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Sales Engineer - Focus Partners

Are you ambitious and looking for an opportunity to make a real impact on the tech industry? At Object First, we are revolutionizing backup data storage by offering secure, simple, and powerful solutions designed specifically for Veeam customers. Today, 96% of ransomware attacks target backup data, and more than 70% of companies are attacked by ransomware. Object First offers a last line of defense against cyber threats and allows customers to truly ransomware-proof their organizations. Our team blends innovation, collaboration, and a clear vision to become the market number 1. At Object First, we value creativity, drive, and a passion for tackling challenges. We offer a fast-growing environment where your voice and ideas matter, providing you with opportunities to develop professionally alongside some of the best in the industry. You'll find a dynamic and collaborative setting, ideal for taking your career to the next level.

Object First is seeking a Sales Engineer – Focus Partners. The Object First Sales Engineer is a technical field position that serves as the resource for the Technical Partner Community. As Sales Engineer, it is expected that you will be able to enable partners to perform all the functions that an Object First Sales Engineer does including running Proof of Concepts. In this role you will report directly to the Director, Pre-Sales Engineering Americas.

You will have experience within back-up, disaster recovery and data management solutions either in sales engineering, support or R&D and looking for move into a direct customer facing technical realm.

Key Responsibilities:

• As a Sales Engineer, you will be accountable to deliver and exceed revenue goals by driving innovative technical engagement with partner and/or prospects in conjunction with the Sales team.
• Demonstrate technical leadership and subject matter expertise Object First products
• Support of pre-sales activities in the assigned market building technical relationships with channel partner, their customers and eco-system partners. Assume role of technical expert and consultant
• to develop and propose solutions that meet the technology and business requirements of customers.
• Delivers technical and sales presentations to channel partner's sales teams heavily focused on the technical roles.
• Successfully builds relationships with the account team, partners and customers in support of sales team objectives and engages and leverages corporate resources, abilities, budgets and personnel as appropriate.
• Leads technical sales calls and educates others
• Qualifies sales opportunities in the terms of customer technical requirements, competition, decision making process and funding along with sales team
• Support lead generation activities such as events, webinars, user groups, etc.

Who You Are:

• Hands on experience with Veeam Data Platform and datacenter experience (Storage, networking, virtualization). Other data protection (backup, recovery, and disaster recovery) will be considered.
• Proven ability to provide technical recommendations and thought leadership to customers, partners, and internal teams to development for product evolution.
• Demonstrable sales engineering experience preferably in software sales, DevOps or Data Protection. Or a background in technical support (T2 or T3 Minimum) or technical R&D.
• Driven -highly energetic with a strong hands-on, “can do” approach, Desire to own success.
• Entrepreneurial - willing to go the extra mile, strong work ethic, resourceful, “get it done” attitude.
• Strives in moving in a fast-paced environment; including handling multiple calls/demos per day with immediate follow up.
• A high level of business acumen and experience working with Cx0 level personnel, knowing that technology solutions solve business challenges.
• Communicate and work effectively with multiple sales team members (and other departments).
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies and be able to educate others.
• Willingness to travel for regional events and customer meetings; 50% Travel.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance from day 1.
• 401K.
• Unlimited Flex PTO.
• Flexible Work Location.

Object First is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination in any form on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law. All your information will be kept confidential.

If you're ready to contribute to a company that not only innovates groundbreaking technology but also invests in your growth, Object First is the place for you. Join us and elevate your career!

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Fit Foreman

Department: Production

Location: Butler Weldments Cameron, TX

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Description Summary:

The Fit Foreman oversees the Fitting Department and individuals working within it to ensure maximum operational success. The Foreman serves as a primary resource for the department and communicates regularly with Team Leads and share information upstream with other member of production management. The Foreman must have excellent working knowledge of manufacturing processes, manufacturing engineering principles and ASME/AWS welding procedures.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Promote and adhere to the Core Values and Behavior Code.
• Possess a functional knowledge of overall company operations and assigned department(s) role within that operation.
• Assist production management by overseeing team members, scheduling and monitoring work assignments, and setting priorities.
• Provide guidance, coaching and leadership to Team Leads and Staff.
• Direct effective utilization of staff and equipment to maximize output while maintaining costs, including recommending staffing needs.
• Conduct efficient team meetings and work with other departments to facilitate materials and work order flow.
• Understand and ensure tolerances and allowance of materials, parts and products for department.
• Responsible and accountable for the quality of product or department work and on-time delivery to meet schedules as needed.
• Support production management with employee activities including, but not limited to, evaluations, discipline, and PTO.
• Manage the flow of materials to, from and within the department.
• Ensure company procedures are followed to open / close buildings and start / shut down equipment each day.
• Perform equipment and tooling checks as required, ensuring preventative maintenance measures are taken.
• Support the Human Resource department in the interview process and pre-employment testing of position openings.
• Maintain a favorable employee relations climate through positive qualified supervision, regular communication and proper interpretation and application of the company policies.
• Demonstrate positive leadership through effective communication to all levels of management and team members.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment.
• Responsible for achieving good speed of execution while maintaining quality workmanship in a wide range of production activities.
• Maintain work area, equipment and supplies in a neat and orderly condition. Conduct regular safety inspections of area.
• Required to wear appropriate PPE as required by job duties.
• Promote company goals with a focus on Safety, Quality, and Production.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Education/Experience:

• Bachelors' Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. 5-10+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated manufacturing management experience with progressively increasing responsibility.
• Blueprint reading and comprehension experience.
• Six Sigma Continuous Improvement experience a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• People development skills including training, coaching, mentoring and team development
• Understanding of manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of quality systems and lean manufacturing standards and practices
• Knowledge of health and safety standards and compliance
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Strong problem solving and ability to coordinate, organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Adaptability and flexibility to shift priorities based on the organizations' needs.
• Self-motivated and able to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions, take ownership/accountability and operate with minimal supervision.
• Integrity, professionalism, discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality are essential.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

This full-time position operates in both a professional office and production environment. Use of computer, telephone and other office equipment throughout the day as needed to conduct business. Physical effort consists of frequent handling of light to average weight materials. The employee must be able to lift and move items up to 30 pounds. Work performed requires constant alertness and activity, concentrated mental and visual attention required.

Safety Equipment and Attire:

• Steel toed shoes (required)
• Safety glasses (required)
• Long sleeved shirt (must be tucked into pants, required)
• Long pants, no cuffs (required)
• Ear plugs (required)
• Work gloves (required)

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Travel: Travel is an essential job requirement for this position. As a CSE, you will travel regularly throughout assigned region to customer accounts; your region is centered around Shreveport, LA and stretches approximately 2 hours in all directions. You must be available to provide service to customers during off hours as well as weekends, as necessary.

Description

• Calibrate IM&TE equipment in one or more disciplines including:
  Acoustical, Chemical, Dimensional, DC/Low Frequency, RF/Microwave, Fluid, Mechanical, Optical, Thermodynamics, and Time & Frequency
• Maintain secondary and working calibration standards
• Perform basic maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of precision equipment
• Collect, measure, analyze, summarize, and record calibration data
• Identify out-of-tolerance conditions and perform corrective actions
• Identify and correct measurement errors
• Prepare calibration reports and certificates
• Adapt calibration equipment and techniques for non-standard measurement tasks
• Train junior technicians in calibration concepts and procedures
• Interact with technicians, customer service representatives, account managers, and customers
• Maintain laboratory housekeeping standards
• Perform additional duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year of calibration experience (formal metrology training may offset experience)
• Ability to perform general math and algebra
• Basic troubleshooting skills for precision equipment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Basic computer skills
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to written procedures
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team

• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs without assistance
• Occasional standing and bending required

• Laboratory and manufacturing environments
• Occasional work at customer sites
• Travel as required

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Purchasing Manager

About the Role

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate, standardize, and improve purchasing procedures to ensure consistency, efficiency, and compliance.
• Align purchasing activities with production schedules, inventory requirements, and operational priorities.
• Review and approve purchase orders to ensure accuracy, completeness, and policy adherence.
• Monitor supplier performance across quality, cost, and on-time delivery; adjust the supplier base as needed.
• Develop and implement policies governing the inbound and outbound flow of materials.
• Lead and develop purchasing staff through training, coaching, and performance management.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records to support audits and regulatory requirements.
• Manage rejected material returns and negotiate rework, replacement, or cost recovery with suppliers.

Must-Have Skills and Experience

• Associate’s degree required; additional education in supply chain, business, or operations preferred.
• 5–7 years of purchasing experience, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Experience interpreting technical documents such as blueprints and specifications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with internal teams and external suppliers.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience supporting defense, aerospace, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
• Background in supplier development or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with ERP or MRP systems.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience.

Who You Are

• An organized, detail-oriented problem solver who thrives in operational environments.
• Comfortable balancing short-term production needs with long-term supply strategy.
• Collaborative and capable of building strong vendor and internal relationships.
• Accountable, data-driven, and committed to continuous improvement.

Our Mission & Values

Additional Details

• Salary Range: $85,000 – $95,000 (based on experience)
• Schedule: 5x8 or 4x10
• Benefits:
  • 401(k) with 4% match on 5% deferrals
  • Up to 5 weeks PTO
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Paid family and medical leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Safety shoe and eyewear reimbursement
  • Employee appreciation events

Military Experience Welcome

• Army MOS: 92Y – Unit Supply Specialist
• Navy NEC: LS – Logistics Specialist
• Air Force AFSC: 2SOX1 – Supply Management
• Marine Corps MOS: 3043 – Supply Administration and Operations Specialist

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Quality Engineer

About the Role

What You’ll Do

• Support the ongoing development, maintenance, and improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Partner with Contracts and Engineering teams to address customer quality inquiries and requirements.
• Participate in contract reviews and define quality requirements, ensuring proper flow-down to suppliers.
• Apply working knowledge of NAVSEA Technical Publications (-248, -271, -278, and -1688).
• Analyze quality metrics and inspection data; present findings and recommendations to cross-functional teams.
• Support root cause analysis, corrective actions, and material review board (MRB) dispositions.
• Develop and maintain Quality Plans aligned with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Interpret GD&T to inspect mechanical parts and assemblies.
• Program and operate Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) as required to support inspections.
• Provide technical guidance to inspectors on drawings, specifications, and measurement techniques.
• Maintain organized workspaces and adhere to all safety, health, and environmental requirements.

Must-Have Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent hands-on industry experience.
• 5–8 years of experience in manufacturing and quality inspection environments.
• Minimum of 5 years supporting defense or government-regulated programs.
• Strong understanding of quality standards, technical procedures, and government regulations.
• Proven ability to follow and enforce specifications, standards, and contractual requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience working with NAVSEA programs or Navy shipbuilding/repair standards.
• Hands-on experience with CMM programming and advanced metrology techniques.
• Familiarity with AS9100, ISO 9001, or similar quality standards.
• Experience participating in audits, customer inspections, or government surveillance.

Who You Are

• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of accountability and ownership.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and contracts teams.
• Analytical and methodical, with a data-driven approach to problem solving.
• Committed to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Our Mission & Values

Military Experience Welcome

• Army MOS: 91Q – Logistics/Maintenance Quality Assurance NCO
• Navy NEC: QA-0000 – Quality Assurance Officer
• Air Force AFSC: 2A7X3 – Aircraft Structural Maintenance
• Marine Corps MOS: 6018 – Aviation Quality Assurance Representative / Inspector
• Coast Guard Rating: QM – Quartermaster

Additional Details

• Salary Range: $70,000 – $85,000 annually (based on experience)
• Schedule: 4x10
• Benefits:
  • 401(k) with 4% match on 5% deferrals
  • Up to 5 weeks PTO
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Paid family and medical leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Safety shoe and eyewear reimbursement
  • Employee appreciation events