*company description*established in 1984, midwest air technologies, inc. (mat holdings, inc.) is a privately held $2.0 billion multi-national company with manufacturing operations, distribution centers, and sourcing offices worldwide. The company's core businesses include the production, sales, and service of products in the fencing, lawn & garden, automotive, and power equipment sectors. Mat is a family of companies providing employment opportunities to more than 14,000 team members worldwide.*key responsibilities*- guide the manufacturing process for new products in agricultural fencing to meet master expectations for quality and functionality- document quality control issues and communicate with customers, sales, and production staff to resolve issues- work closely with overseas manufacturing team to ensure that correct procedures are followed, potential problems/delays are avoided, actual problems are identified, and the appropriate corrective action is taken to satisfy the customer's expectations.- recommend new technology or methods to ensure quality and efficient production of products- support production through recommendations on assembly methods, line balance, operator training, and process control- assist in new product development to match the voice of customer, innovation, and product evolution- assist in the development of the mati agricultural fencing products including horse and field fencing non-climb / vmesh, hinge, s knot, cross lock, etc- work closely with production and sales to monitor product attributes and align engineering designs with market demands and company capabilities*qualifications*competencies*- excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present data organizationally.- ability to influence and shape the decisions of others and to work through issues or conflicts to create solutions.- delivers on commitments, has strong follow-up skills, and shows consistency between words and actions.- proven ability to negotiate, making sound decisions in a timely and confident manner.- highly organized, results-driven, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.- self-motivated and results-oriented work ethic- proven history of coordinating or managing projects- proven history in metric-based quality control methods- proficiency with microsoft office- ability to travel domestically / overseas.*education/experience*:- 10+ years of work experience in a product management role for agricultural fencing- bachelor's degree - bs in mechanical engineering preferred.- microsoft office skill a must; adobe illustrator/photoshop a plus*additional information*all your information will be kept confidential according to eeo guidelines.