Come join us at the Ontario Transportation Expo! Canadian Sales Manager Roger Hristovski and Engineering Manager Dave Lakickas are in Booth 412, meeting our Ontario customers and displaying some of our new parts, such as the 284878 exhaust bellows for New Flyer buses and some of our newer brake parts for Meritor and MAN axles.

Mohawk is looking for a talented and energetic product engineer. This person will work with the engineering manager to develop new parts and improve existing parts.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to product.engineer@mohawkmfg.com or fax it to 847-647-1464.

Job Function

Responsible for the design, development, & implementation of aftermarket components for the transit industry.

Scope of Responsibilities/Expectations

• Reverse engineer component parts and assemblies from initial design & prototyping stages through manufacturing and final approval.
• Perform competitive part analysis.
• Use 3-D CAD system to create new product designs and modify existing products.
• Prepare detailed component part & assembly drawings of new & existing products.
• Work with sourcing and vendors on a regular basis to identify cost effective solutions for new and existing parts.
• Work with quality to ensure all incoming parts conform to part specifications.
• Perform product testing as required.
• Implement “value added” solutions to customer problems and new part designs.
• Support sales team by creating technical sales literature and product information sheets.
• Communicate with all cross-functional teams, vendors and customers.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of all Mohawk products, policies, and procedures.
• Attend appropriate departmental and/or company meetings of updates and discussion of any relevant problems.

Working Conditions

Normal office environment with minimal exposure to dust, noise, etc. Extended CRT viewing and keyboard use.

Skills

• High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult.
• Proactively utilize strong problem-solving skills in order to deliver customer focused solutions.
• Must be flexible to be able to support the changing priorities and needs.
• Multitask effectively and attention to detail critical.
• Demonstrates strong listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Effective time management skills are required.
• Confident individual who is willing to assume responsibility.
• Individual contributor and team player.

Specific Knowledge

• BS Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering Degree or Technical related degree.
• Experience in an automotive manufacturing environment and transit experience a plus.
• Knowledge of common manufacturing processes and assembly operations helpful.
• Understanding of SAE automotive standards.
• Highly proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and testing results.
• Proficient use of SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

This position description is meant to describe the typical kinds of duties or difficulty level that may be required of positions with this title. The use of a particular expression shall not limit or exclude other duties or difficulty levels not mentioned. This position description is not meant to limit or modify Mohawk’s right to assign, direct or control the work assigned to this position. Mohawk is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce.

Benefits

• Health/Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Education Reimbursement

Please send salary requirements.

Mohawk greeted customers at the United Motorcoach Association Expo 2012 in Long Beach, Cal., tonight, as the event began with a welcoming reception and a sneak preview of the exhibit hall. Company President John W. Brown (left) and Northeast Regional Sales Manager Jim Malone (right) will be in Booth 1126, along with Southwest Regional Sales Manager Chelsea Campbell.

Mohawk has been a leader in the motorcoach industry since it was founded in 1958, and at the UMA Expo, we will demonstrate the value we bring to the fleets we serve, as well as show some of our capabilities in devising custom brake kits, manufacturing quality value-added aftermarket parts, stocking the top lines in the industry, and extending the life of your fleet.

NILES, Ill. (October 20, 2011) — Mohawk Mfg. & Supply Co. proudly welcomed Roger Hristovski to its team today, appointing him Canadian Sales Manager, effective immediately.

Hristovski will have sales responsibilities for all of Canada, marketing Mohawk’s full line of products and services from coast to coast to coast.

“I am excited to have joined the Mohawk family in this capacity to serve the Canadian marketplace,” Hristovski said. “Mohawk’s sales and customer service team is second-to-none in this industry, and I am honoured to be part of this group. Furthermore, I am thrilled at the prospect of working with my Canadian customers, assisting them in meeting their requirements.”

Roger brings a wealth of transportation-related experience to Mohawk. Having worked in various capacities ranging from marketing, sales, customer program management, and operations with a leading transit bus manufacturer in North America, he has far-reaching expertise that Mohawk is proud to have gained. Roger attended the University of Manitoba, earning a Bachelor of Commerce – Honours degree with majors in Marketing and Finance.

“Roger has earned a great deal of respect throughout the industry,” Mohawk President John W. Brown said. “His knowledge of the Canadian and North American markets, his customer-centric philosophy and his technical expertise will help us deliver on our commitment to our Canadian customers.”

Roger and his wife are lifetime residents of Manitoba and enjoy supporting the community in which they live. He enjoys outdoor activities including fishing, camping, outdoor sporting events, and snowmobiling. He has served the local snowmobile club as an executive since 2006.

Mohawk Mfg. & Supply Co. is a national manufacturer and distributor of replacement parts for transit and coach buses. A family-owned and operated business since its founding in 1958, Mohawk has established itself as one of the premier sources of bus parts to transit authorities and coach operators throughout the United States and Canada.

For more information, contact Robert L. Brown at (847) 647-9350, ext. 206 or Roger Hristovski at (847) 636-9610.

As the APTA EXPO 2011 concludes today in New Orleans, we want to invite all attendees to stop over at Booth 3350 to see us and some of our most popular transit products. Meet engineering manager Dave Lakickas (left) and Northeast Regional Sales Manager Jim Malone (right) as well as Western Regional Sales Manager Chelsea Campbell and Southeastern Regional Sales Manager Terry Muellner as we’re here until 3 pm today!

Mohawk is seeking a Purchasing Manager. The successful applicant will have a strong purchasing and manufacturing background, preferably in heavy-duty transportation.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to hr@mohawkmfg.com or fax it to 847-647-1464.

Job Function

Responsible for leading a small team through multiple purchasing projects with a high sense of urgency and delivering superior quality performance.

Scope of Responsibilities/Expectations

• Initiate, direct, supervise and control purchasing projects.
  • Manage purchasing department, assign and evaluate responsibilities according to appropriate position.
  • Implement cost reduction initiatives.
  • Coordinate with bidding and contracts department time sensitive pricing and strict deadlines.
  • Issue purchase agreements, purchase orders, and blanket orders within Mohawk’s purchasing policy.
  • Negotiate discounts and/or rebates with vendors.
• Update department heads on current developments and future projects.
• Manage purchasing research and development
  • Review bid history of non-stocking and non-inventory items to be procured.
  • Work with Engineering Manager to identify the profitability and manufacturability of prospective items.
  • Determine final disposition of obtained samples to be OEM sourced or manufactured.
• Inventory management
  • Review non-profitable inventory and determine end of life of item or re-source for better margin.
  • Maintain minimum and maximum inventory levels.
  • Review open contracts and ensure minimum availability.
  • Monitor increased usage of non-stocking items.
  • Monitor OEM’s for superseded and obsolete items.
  • Ensure up to date pricing and lead times.
• Evaluate current and future suppliers.
  • Re-source, develop and maintain relationships with OEM supply chain.
  • Preserve and expand vendor base relationships for Mohawk brand product.
  • Evaluate all suppliers based on quality, delivery and pricing.
  • Travel to vendors for onsite inspection, qualification and capabilities.
• Serve as primary purchasing communication contact for all cross-functional teams, vendors and customers.
• Attend appropriate departmental and/or company meetings of updates and discussion of any relevant problems.

Working Conditions

Normal office environment with minimal exposure to dust, noise, etc. Extended CRT viewing and keyboard use.

Specific Knowledge

• Undergraduate degree, technical related degree or equal experience in purchasing.
• 7+ years of experience as a leader in a purchasing department with an automotive manufacturing environment required, transit experience a plus.
• Knowledge of various design, materials, development, manufacturing processes and assembly operations.
• Global knowledge of suppliers and international markets.
  • Experience in global vendor negotiations and emerging economies.
  • Continuous quality evaluation of offshore manufactures.
  • Research and evaluate importers and exporters for rates, fees and delivery.
• Highly proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and testing results.
• Familiarity with basic machine types, design build and test services.
• Knowledge of estimating and quoting business.
• Able to attain and maintain thorough knowledge of all Mohawk products, policies, and procedures.

Skills

• Extensive knowledge and understanding of word processing, spread sheets and search engines.
• High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult.
• Strong problem-solving skills in order to deliver customer focused solutions.
• Flexibility to support the changing priorities and needs.
• Attention to detail critical.
• Strong listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Effective time management skills are required.
• Excellent trouble shooting skills.
• Responsibly decisive.
• Individual contributor and team player.

This position description is meant to describe the typical kinds of duties or difficulty level that may be required of positions with this title. The use of a particular expression shall not limit or exclude other duties or difficulty levels not mentioned. This position description is not meant to limit or modify Mohawk’s right to assign, direct or control the work assigned to this position. Mohawk is Proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in our workforce.

Benefits

• Health/Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Profit Sharing Plan
• Education Reimbursement

Compensation

Please send salary requirements.

Come see us at the United Motorcoach Association show in Tampa this weekend! President John W. Brown and Southeastern Regional Sales Manager Terry Muellner will be there at our booth greeting customers, showing how Mohawk can help your coach company increase profitability, and answering any parts questions you may have.

Through October 15, save with Mohawk on Bendix, Haldex, SKF/CR and Mohawk air dryer and air dryer cartridges! These items are commonly used on many of your coaches and prices are slashed by as much as 60 percent for this limited time!

Through August 11, Mohawk is offering discounts of up to 25 percent on suspension parts, including Koni and Delco shocks for MCI coaches, Mohawk-brand leveling valves for MCI and Prevost coaches, and Mohawk’s popular severe-duty radius rod bushing.

For more information about each part (or to order), click the links below. Order online, or call 800-323-7652.

Rebuilding, reworking or repairing your Delco 50DN alternators? Now’s the time to turn to Mohawk, as we’re cutting prices on some of our most popular Mohawk-brand parts for these applications by as much as 60 percent!

Simply order today. You don’t need to mention any coupon code or this special deal. Between now and July 28, these parts are on sale at these special prices.