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The Pfannenberg Group is an internationally active family business in the field of electro-technology.

We develop, manufacture and sell technical products of the highest quality in the fields of thermal management of electrical enclosures, signaling technology and process cooling. Our objective is “Protecting Man, Machine and the Environment”. We promote the individual development of our employees by target-oriented management and extensive education and training. Many of the daily challenges we face, are often solved in teamwork.

Versatile tasks, high workplace safety, performance-oriented salaries, international career opportunities and a work-life balance: What are you waiting for?

Check out our open positions below and apply. It’s that easy!

Open Positions

Great Minds Welcome!

Are you interested in working for Pfannenberg? Here you can find our current available positions with a detailed description of the responsibilities and the requirements.

If you don’t see something that matches your qualifications at this time, check back soon.  We are a growing company, and update our list often.

SENIOR CREATIVE DESIGNER

Shape the Future of Our Brand

We are seeking an experienced and highly talented Senior Creative Designer – Brand & Market Communications to join our marketing team. This role is ideal for a creative professional who thrives at the intersection of strategy, storytelling, and design execution.

The Senior Creative Designer is an experienced creative professional responsible for developing and executing high-impact visual communications across digital, print, video, social media, web, tradeshow, presentation, and environmental channels. This role combines creative ideation with hands-on design execution, partnering closely with marketing leadership to transform business objectives into compelling customer-facing and internal communications.

The position serves as a senior individual contributor, providing advanced creative expertise, influencing design quality and direction across projects, and supporting global brand consistency. The successful candidate is proficient across the full creative workflow, from concept development through final production, utilizing modern design, video, web, presentation, and AI-assisted creative tools.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the development and execution of creative concepts that support marketing, brand, and business objectives.
  • Design compelling visual communications across digital, print, social media, web, video, presentations, trade shows, environmental graphics, and other customer-facing and internal channels.
  • Partner with marketing leadership and key stakeholders to transform strategic goals into effective creative solutions.
  • Ensure a consistent and compelling brand experience across all touchpoints and global markets.
  • Create engaging visual storytelling that communicates complex ideas clearly and effectively.
  • Manage projects independently from initial concept development through final production and delivery.
  • Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure high-quality creative execution.
  • Provide creative leadership and influence design quality across projects through expertise, collaboration, and mentorship.

Required Experience

  • 7-10+ years of professional experience in creative design, marketing communications and branding
  • Demonstrated expertise across print, digital, web, social media, video, presentation, and experiential design.
  • Proven ability to independently lead creative projects from strategy and concept through production and launch.
  • Deep understanding of branding, visual storytelling, marketing communications, and user experience principles.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at multiple levels.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Technical Skills

Experience with a broad range of creative tools and platforms, including:

  • Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects, etc.)
  • Presentation design platforms (PowerPoint and related tools)
  • Web and digital content creation tools
  • Video production and editing software

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
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PRODUCTION PLANNER

Position Summary

We are seeking a self-motivated, experienced Production Planner who thrives on challenges and embraces new opportunities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the on-time delivery of finished products by effectively planning and scheduling one shift of production within a manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in maintaining customer satisfaction by meeting published lead times and customer delivery requirements while balancing inventory and production capacity.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain production schedules to ensure on-time delivery of finished products.
  • Plan and coordinate one shift of manufacturing operations to meet customer demand and business objectives.
  • Establish and maintain planning parameters within the ERP system to support efficient production flow and fiscally responsible inventory levels.
  • Monitor inventory levels and recommend adjustments to optimize material availability while minimizing excess inventory.
  • Utilize MRP/ERP systems to support effective production planning, scheduling, and capacity management.
  • Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Customer Service, and other cross-functional teams to resolve scheduling conflicts and production challenges.
  • Analyze production requirements, capacity constraints, and inventory needs to support operational goals.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, delivery performance, and inventory accuracy.
  • Support ERP system enhancements and implementation activities as needed.
  • Communicate production plans, priorities, and changes effectively across all levels of the organization.

Required Qualifications

  • Previous experience as a Production Planner or Scheduler in a manufacturing environment.
  • Demonstrated experience with manufacturing planning processes.
  • Strong understanding of MRP/ERP methodologies, including capacity planning.
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Diagnose and troubleshoot cooling systems, thermostats, sensors, relays, and control circuits.
  • Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
  • Verify proper system operation through testing and commissioning procedures.
  • Configure and support electronic controllers and monitoring systems.
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PRODUCTION MANAGER

What You’ll Do

• Lead day-to-day production operations to ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Supervise, coach, and develop production team members

• Monitor production schedules, capacity, and workflow to meet customer demand.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, waste reduction, and throughput.
• Partner with manufacturing engineering, quality, and supply chain to resolve production issues.
• Ensure adherence to standard work, work instructions, and operational procedures.
• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OEE, scrap, labor efficiency, and output.
• Support training, cross-training, and workforce development initiatives.
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company standards.
• Participate in NPI readiness, ensuring production teams are prepared for new product launches.

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of production or operations experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, scheduling, and workflow optimization.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and production reporting (SAP experience is a plus).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in electro-mechanical or industrial product manufacturing.
• Background in high-mix, low-volume production environments.

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APPLICATIONS ENGINEER

Summary:

Pfannenberg is currently seeking an Application Engineer to understand customer needs and recommend tailored solutions while supporting all phases of the sales process in close collaboration with sales, engineering, and operations to ensure complete customer satisfaction. This role requires the ability to translate complex technologies into clear, easy-to-understand communication for non-technical audiences, while confidently engaging in detailed technical discussions with engineers at all levels. The Application Engineer will document and share unique application success stories for training and marketing purposes to help generate new business opportunities. Acting as the voice of the customer, this individual will play a key role in enhancing the overall customer experience and driving continuous improvement. Working closely with Product Management, the Application Engineer will lead and contribute to cross-functional initiatives that support business growth, leveraging an engineering background to make impactful individual contributions while providing leadership through influence to ensure project success.

Responsibilities

  • Provide recommendations and technical guidance to customers, channel partners, and the sales team on application-related matters.
  • Maintain strong product expertise and in-depth knowledge to effectively support the commercial team and customers.
  • Develop and deliver technical training programs for sales partners, channel partners, and end users.
  • Participate in the development and maintenance of technical content for the company website.
  • Lead competitive benchmarking initiatives, including product testing and thorough documentation of results.
  • Represent the company in trade organizations and industry associations, staying current on market trends and developments.
  • Author technical articles and white papers on relevant subjects to contribute to the industry and differentiate Pfannenberg.
  • Prepare comprehensive technical proposals, including system design for thermal management and signalling solutions (e.g., process chillers, heat exchangers, cooling units, sounder).
  • Coordinate activities with internal teams, vendors, external consultants, and customers to ensure successful project execution.
  • Partner with engineering and cross-functional teams on product development, customer feedback, testing, and cost considerations aligned with sales potential.
  • As needed, assume project management responsibilities to plan, scope, and oversee local and global projects, ensuring completion on time and within budget.

Qualification

  • Associate degree in Engineering or equivalent experience/knowledge
  • 2+ years’ experience in technical support or sales role, and project management familiarity is a plus
  • Experience with industrial refrigeration, fluid cooling systems and/or logic controls (PLC) is a plus
  • Computer Skills: MS Office. Navision, Salesforce, SAP and LabVIEW are a plus
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INSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE – BILINGUAL (ENGLISH/SPANISH)

Job Summary

We are seeking a high-performing, bilingual (English and Spanish) Inside Sales Representative to drive new business growth within industrial markets. This is a true sales role focused on prospecting, relationship-building, and closing opportunities—not customer service or order entry.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong B2B sales instincts, who thrives on identifying opportunities, engaging decision-makers, and delivering value-driven solutions. This role works cross-functionally with Sales, Product Management, Marketing, and Channel Partners to expand market presence and grow revenue.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute targeted outbound call and email campaigns to generate new business
  • Prospect and qualify leads across OEMs, distributors, integrators, and end users
  • Build and manage a robust sales pipeline using CRM tools (Salesforce or HubSpot preferred)
  • Communicate effectively in both English and Spanish with customers across North America and Latin America
  • Develop relationships with engineers, plant managers, purchasing agents, and decision-makers
  • Identify customer needs and present technical product solutions and value propositions
  • Own the sales cycle from initial outreach through closing opportunities
  • Collaborate with Inside Sales, Outside Sales, Product Management, Marketing, and Sales Partners
  • Maintain accurate CRM data and track performance metrics
  • Support territory growth, account penetration, and market intelligence efforts

Qualifications

  • Fluent in English and Spanish (spoken and written) – REQUIRED
  • 5+ years of experience in B2B Inside Sales (not customer service or order processing)
  • Proven ability to prospect, qualify, and close new business
  • Strong cold calling, outbound sales, and consultative selling skills
  • Experience with CRM platforms (Salesforce.com or HubSpot preferred)
  • Excellent communication, listening, and presentation skills
  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Ability to work independently and in a collaborative environment
  • Self-motivated with drive, resilience, and a results-oriented mindset

Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

What Success Looks Like

  • Consistently generating qualified leads and new opportunities
  • Maintaining a strong, active sales pipeline
  • Converting prospects into long-term customers
  • Driving measurable revenue growth
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ASSEMBLER

We are looking for an Assembler for our Production Department.  Responsible for the building of air conditioner units and air to water heat exchangers.  This involves:  Metal fabrication, using wiring schematics to assembly electrical boxes/wiring unit, brazing and soldering copper pipes, general assembly techniques, ability to use power tools, lifting up to 50lbs, twisting, bending and reaching, standing for long periods of time, able to work overtime and Saturdays and the ability to work within a team. 

Pay: $18/hr

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WAREHOUSE GENERAL

We are looking for a team player with the ability to pick, pack and pull material for fast passed shipping, receiving and production warehouse.  Will be cross trained for shipping/receiving.  Must be customer focused with a sense of urgency, good follow through, follow up and prioritization skills.  Must be computer literate.  Fork lift experience a must.  Prior warehouse experience and scanner use a plus.

Pay: $18/hr

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INTERN

Internships are opened for various departments. Please click on “Apply here” for more information.

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