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Career Opportunities at Youngblood Automation

Searching for employment opportunities in the manufacturing and automation sectors? Make an impact by working with a company that is a leader in motion control, lubrication, robotics, safety, vision, hydraulics, and pneumatics. As a growing organization, we are seeking individuals who can bring experience and creativity to our team of engineers, sales professionals, customer service specialists, and production staff.

Employees are offered competitive pay and benefits, including health, dental and life insurance, 401(k) with partial company match, paid holidays, and vacation and personal days.

Youngblood Automation is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Current Openings

Columbus, OH

  • Outside Sales Representative

    Columbus, OH

    Are you a driven, motivated sales professional with a passion for innovation and technology? Youngblood Automation, a division of H&P Technologies, is seeking an energetic Outside Sales Representative to join our dynamic team. As a leader in fluid power, motion control, and automation solutions, we’re committed to delivering cutting-edge technology to industries that depend on us. If you’re eager to help us grow, build relationships, and make an immediate impact – we want YOU to be part of our team!

     

    Why Youngblood Automation?
    At Youngblood Automation, you’re more than just an employee – you’re part of a team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and growth. In our fast-paced, supportive environment, your contributions will have a direct impact on our success. We empower you to drive growth while supporting you with an experienced team of Application Engineers, Customer Service experts, and trusted Vendor Partners.

     

    As an Outside Sales Representative, you’ll be on the front lines, focusing on growing sales within your territory, building lasting customer relationships, and providing innovative solutions. This is your chance to work with a passionate team that values continuous improvement and supports your professional development.

    Responsibilities

    • Drive Sales Growth: Promote and sell Youngblood Automation’s products, systems, and services, focusing on both new opportunities and existing clients.
    • Customer Solutions: Identify customer needs and recommend the best products and services to solve their challenges.
    • Prospect & Build Relationships: Identify and develop new business opportunities by establishing relationships across all levels of organizations.
    • Market Intelligence: Gather and communicate market trends and insights to the Regional Sales Manager, Sales Director, and Vendor Partners.
    • Collaborative Success: Work closely with internal teams to ensure timely flow of quotations and meet customer demands.
    • Strategic Planning: Set up sales visits, customer action plans, and activities to hit sales and profit targets.

    Skills & Experience

    • A proven background in selling Automation Equipment & Components (preferred), value-added sales, and technical applications.
    • An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
    • A passion for providing exceptional service and understanding customer needs.
    • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
    • Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask with attention to detail.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, basic CAD, and business operational software.

    Critical Competencies

    • Teamwork: Fostering a cooperative environment that drives collective success.
    • Communication: Active listening and clear, effective information exchange.
    • Customer-Centric: Putting customers at the forefront of decision-making, addressing their needs and concerns.
    • Professionalism: Maintaining a solution-oriented mindset, even in challenging situations.

    Join the Youngblood Automation Team

    Why Youngblood Automation? 

    At Youngblood Automation, we believe in creating a family-like atmosphere where we empower each team member to grow and succeed. We offer challenging and rewarding work, competitive compensation, and a supportive culture that celebrates your achievements. Our work environment is dynamic and offers opportunities for personal and professional development.

     

    Ready to Take the Next Step?

    If you are an experienced salesperson looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now and join a growing, financially strong organization with a vision for innovation.

    Apply Now

Grand Rapids, MI

  • Inventory Coordinator

    Grand Rapids, MI

    Youngblood Automation, a division of H&P Technologies, is seeking an Inventory Coordinator to join our dynamic team. As a leader in fluid power, motion control, and automation solutions, we are committed to delivering innovative technology to industries that depend on us. If you are eager to help us grow, build relationships, and make an immediate impact – we want YOU to be part of our team!

    The Inventory Coordinator is responsible for managing accurate receipt, tracking, storage, and movement of inventory. This role ensures timely and accurate processing of incoming materials, maintains inventory integrity, and supports operational efficiency across warehouse, production, and customer fulfillment functions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and capable of working in a fast-paced, technical distribution setting.

    Responsibilities

    • Receive incoming shipments and verify accuracy against purchase orders and packing slips.
    • Coordinate resolution of discrepancies with purchasing, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
    • Maintain accurate records in ERP system including quantities, locations, and status (e.g., receipts, transfers, adjustments).
    • Perform routine cycle counts and assist with full physical inventory audits. 
    • Investigate and resolve inventory variances and discrepancies.
    • Ensure proper labeling, identification, and traceability of parts and components.
    • Support kitting, staging, and internal material requests for production or assembly.
    • Organize and store inventory in designated warehouse locations.

    Skills & Experience

    • Prior purchasing, inventory or warehouse operations experience is a plus but not required.
    • Associates degree, working towards a degree, or equivalent work experience desired.
    • Familiarity with ERP or warehouse management systems.
    • Willingness to learn, be coached, and collaborate in a friendly, team environment.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products, particularly Excel.
    • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
    • Good oral and written communication skills.
    • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
    • Basic understanding of mechanical or electrical components is a plus.

    Critical Competencies

    • Teamwork: Building cooperation among individuals and departments, sharing information and resources, and working to achieve group goals and outcomes.
    • Communication: Listening effectively, transmitting information accurately and understandably, and actively seeking feedback.
    • Customer Focus: Understanding and meeting the needs of customers and addressing the interests and concerns of all organization stakeholders.
    • Professionalism: Dealing directly and forthrightly with people and problems, persisting to get the job done.

    Join the Youngblood Automation Team

    Why Youngblood Automation? 

    At Youngblood Automation, we believe in creating a family-like atmosphere where we empower each team member to grow and succeed. We offer challenging and rewarding work, competitive compensation, and a supportive culture that celebrates your achievements. Our work environment is dynamic and offers opportunities for personal and professional development.

     

    Ready to Take the Next Step?

    Apply now and join a growing, financially strong organization with a vision for innovation. Youngblood Automation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to providing a fair, inclusive environment for all applicants and employees. We are committed to hiring the best talent, regardless of background.

     

    Learn more about us and our product offerings at youngbloodautomation.com

    Apply Now

  • Machine Assembler

    Grand Rapids, MI

    At Youngblood Automation, a division of H&P Technologies, we are looking for a Machine Assembler to join our team. At Youngblood Automation, we are at the forefront of fluid power, motion control, and automation equipment, providing cutting-edge solutions to a wide range of industries. As part of H&P Technologies, we combine engineering excellence, industry expertise, and a drive for continuous innovation. Our collaborative culture fosters an environment where each team member’s ideas are valued, and their contributions make a significant impact

    Responsibilities

    • Perform all aspects of aluminum extrusion machine assembly and inspection
    • Identify and solve problems in the various segments of machine assembly
    • Transfer engineering drawings and schematics into mechanical assemblies.
    • Operate mill, saws, drill press, tappers, and hi-lo
    • Ability to fabricate parts from aluminum extrusion and raw materials
    • Proficient operation of small power and hand tools
    • Machinery rigging and shipping
    • Measurements with tape measures and calipers (both inch and millimeter units)
    • Additional opportunities for candidates with machine automation skills

    Skills & Experience

    • High school diploma, or equivalent
    • Preferred skills include technical classes in high school or post-secondary
    • Experience in a complex assembly operation preferred
    • Basic computer knowledge
    • Strong math and measuring skills
    • Ability and motivation to maintain good attendance, high productivity and a positive attitude
    • Ability and experience to earn a forklift permit

    Critical Competencies

    • Teamwork: Building cooperation among individuals and departments, sharing information and resources, and working to achieve group goals and outcomes.
    • Communication: Listening effectively, transmitting information accurately and understandably, and actively seeking feedback.
    • Customer Focus: Understanding and meeting the needs of customers and addressing the interests and concerns of all organizational stakeholders.
    • Professionalism: Dealing directly and forthrightly with people and problems, persisting to get the job done.

    Join the Youngblood Automation Team

    Why Youngblood Automation? 

    At Youngblood Automation, we believe in creating a family-like atmosphere where we empower each team member to grow and succeed. We offer challenging and rewarding work, competitive compensation, and a supportive culture that celebrates your achievements. Our work environment is dynamic and offers opportunities for personal and professional development.

     

    Ready to Take the Next Step?

    If you are looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now and join a growing, financially strong organization with a vision for innovation.

    Apply Now

  • Operations Manager

    Grand Rapids, MI

    Youngblood Automation, a division of H&P Technologies, is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead our team in Grand Rapids, MI.

    Youngblood Automation is a privately-held, value-added distributor of automation products and custom engineered solutions, serving customers across Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Western Pennsylvania and West Virgina.  Youngblood Automation provides solutions to a wide variety of industries, including Industrial, Automotive, Factory Automation, Aerospace, Defense, Consumer Goods, Food & Packaging, Steel, Medical, and Mobile. 

     

    Why Youngblood Automation?

    As the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for leading the Customer Service, Purchasing, and Warehouse Personnel. The Operations Manager also will be required to interact with our sales managers to ensure that we are supporting our customers and sales representatives in the territory. The Operations Manager will also interact with senior management to identify and implement short and long-term plans for the team that align with company’s objectives and strategic vision. 

    Responsibilities

    • Supervise day-to-day operations in the Customer Service, Purchasing and Warehouse Departments, with the goal of providing best-in-class service.
    • Coordinate technical, service, and procedure training for team members.
    • Develop, mentor, and lead diverse personalities and talents to create a strong and well-functioning team.
    • Prepare and deliver periodic performance appraisals intended to establish mutual goals, recognize employee accomplishments, and foster professional growth and development.
    • Monitor productivity and the utilization of resources in your area of responsibility.
    • Monitor customer satisfaction, and the satisfaction of the outside sales team with respect to the performance of your team.
    • Oversee inventory management in Grand Rapids, including forecasting, ordering, monitoring of min-max stock levels, and stock returns.
    • Manage those who maintain customer specific pricing libraries and update the vendor pricing in our ERP system.
    • Foster a positive working environment by providing hands-on leadership.
    • Hire, train, develop and mentor new members of the team when needed.

    Skills & Experience

    • Associate or bachelor’s degree.
    • Familiarity with fluid power, motion control and/or automation products a plus.
    • A minimum of 5 years of experience in operations and/or customer service management.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and customer service software.
    • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills.
    • Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
    • Customer driven with a positive, professional, customer first attitude.
    • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task with attention to detail and accuracy.

    Critical Competencies

    • Teamwork: Building cooperation among individuals and departments, sharing information and resources, and working to achieve group goals and outcomes.
    • Communication: Listening effectively, transmitting information accurately and understandably, and actively seeking feedback.
    • Customer Focus: Understanding and meeting the needs of customers and addressing the interests and concerns of all organizational stakeholders.
    • Professionalism: Dealing directly and forthrightly with people and problems, persisting in getting the job done.

    Join the Youngblood Automation Team

    At Youngblood Automation, we believe in creating a family-like atmosphere where we empower each team member to grow and succeed. We offer challenging and rewarding work, competitive compensation, and a supportive culture that celebrates your achievements. 

     

    Ready to Take the Next Step?

     

    If you are an experienced leader looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now and join a growing, financially strong organization with a vision for innovation.

     

    Youngblood Automation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

     

    Learn more about us and our product offerings at youngbloodautomation.com.

    Apply Now

  • Customer Service Representative

    Grand Rapids, MI

    Youngblood Automation is looking for an energetic and motivated Customer Service Representative to join our team. Youngblood Automation is a full service pneumatic, hydraulic, lubrication, motion control, and automation distributor, with in-house engineering and value-add manufacturing capabilities. 

     

    As a Customer Service Representative, you’ll be responsible for researching, processing, and resolving customer questions about products, orders, and pricing. 

    Responsibilities

    • Guide and process customer orders and inquiries in a fast-paced environment.
    • Assist customers with product questions, sales, and order taking via phone, email and chat.
    • Solve customer problems and find best possible solutions.
    • Monitor open orders to ensure process is on schedule
    • Provide knowledgeable answers to questions about products, pricing and availability.
    • Respond to shipping inquiries and answer order status questions.
    • Become a product expert and understand each customer’s needs to provide real, effective solutions and deliver exceptional customer service.

    Skills & Experience

    • Prior customer service experience is a plus, but not required.
    • Associates degree, working towards a degree, or equivalent work experience desired.
    • Willingness to learn, be coached, and collaborate in a friendly, team environment.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products, particularly Excel.
    • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
    • Good oral and written communication skills.
    • Excellent data-entry skills – must possess both speed and accuracy.

    Critical Competencies

    • Teamwork: Building cooperation among individuals and departments, sharing information and resources, and working to achieve group goals and outcomes.
    • Communication: Listening effectively, transmitting information accurately and understandably, and actively seeking feedback.
    • Customer Focus: Understanding and meeting the needs of customers and addressing the interests and concerns of all organization stakeholders.
    • Professionalism: Dealing directly and forthrightly with people and problems, persisting to get the job done.

    Join the Youngblood Automation Team

    Youngblood Automation is a growing and financially sound organization that provides interesting and challenging work to our team members, a family-like atmosphere, and value-added solutions to our customers.

    Apply Now

  • Shipping & Receiving Representative

    Grand Rapids, MI

    As a Shipping & Receiving Representative, you’ll be responsible for ensuring that parts are shipped and received in an orderly fashion. This includes coordinating shipments, packaging, and receipt details so that goods arrive on time and in good condition according to customer demands.

    Responsibilities

    • Perform receiving duties on incoming material, including item identification and description verification, quantity, and quality checks.
    • Load and unload trucks.
    • Correspond with shippers, team members and/or the department manager to report and rectify damaged shipments, discrepancies and/or shortages.
    • Label and stock incoming products into inventory or apply to customer orders, as required.
    • Process outgoing shipments.
    • Inspect and verify outgoing products ensuring that the products and quantities are accurate.
    • Prepare, package, palletize, and/or band products for shipment.
    • Process outgoing shipments in the computer system.
    • Generate and apply UPS and FedEx package shipping labels and paperwork.
    • Generate and apply LTL Freight paperwork for pallet and larger product shipments.
    • Keep Shipping & Receiving areas neat, clean, and organized at all times.
    • Maintain, manage, and organize our shipping supplies.
    • Attend to customers and drivers who visit our will call counter.

    Skills & Experience

    • High School diploma or GED equivalent.
    • Excellent customer service skills.
    • Experience operating a forklift, or willing to learn.
    • Must be able to lift 50-70 lbs.
    • Experience operating an overhead crane or hoist, or willing to learn.
    • Willingness to learn, be coached, and collaborate in a friendly, team environment.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products, particularly Excel.
    • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
    • Good oral and written communication skills.
    • Data-entry skills - must possess both speed and accuracy.

    Critical Competencies

    • Teamwork: Building cooperation among individuals and departments, sharing information and resources, and working to achieve group goals and outcomes.
    • Communication: Listening effectively, transmitting information accurately and understandably, and actively seeking feedback.
    • Customer Focus: Understanding and meeting the needs of customers and addressing the interests and concerns of all organization stakeholders.
    • Professionalism: Dealing directly and forthrightly with people and problems, persisting to get the job done.

    Join the Youngblood Automation Team

    We are a growing and financially sound organization that provides interesting and challenging work to our team members, a family-like atmosphere, and value-added solutions to our customers.

     

    Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

    Apply Now

Indianapolis, IN

  • Outside Sales Representative

    Indianapolis, IN

    Are you a driven, motivated sales professional with a passion for innovation and technology? Youngblood Automation, a division of H&P Technologies, is seeking an energetic Outside Sales Representative to join our dynamic team. As a leader in fluid power, motion control, and automation solutions, we’re committed to delivering cutting-edge technology to industries that depend on us. If you’re eager to help us grow, build relationships, and make an immediate impact – we want YOU to be part of our team!

     

    Why Youngblood Automation?
    At Youngblood Automation, you’re more than just an employee – you’re part of a team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and growth. In our fast-paced, supportive environment, your contributions will have a direct impact on our success. We empower you to drive growth while supporting you with an experienced team of Application Engineers, Customer Service experts, and trusted Vendor Partners.

     

    As an Outside Sales Representative, you’ll be on the front lines, focusing on growing sales within your territory, building lasting customer relationships, and providing innovative solutions. This is your chance to work with a passionate team that values continuous improvement and supports your professional development.

    Responsibilities

    • Drive Sales Growth: Promote and sell Youngblood Automation’s products, systems, and services, focusing on both new opportunities and existing clients.
    • Customer Solutions: Identify customer needs and recommend the best products and services to solve their challenges.
    • Prospect & Build Relationships: Identify and develop new business opportunities by establishing relationships across all levels of organizations.
    • Market Intelligence: Gather and communicate market trends and insights to the Regional Sales Manager, Sales Director, and Vendor Partners.
    • Collaborative Success: Work closely with internal teams to ensure timely flow of quotations and meet customer demands.
    • Strategic Planning: Set up sales visits, customer action plans, and activities to hit sales and profit targets.

    Skills & Experience

    • A proven background in selling Automation Equipment & Components (preferred), value-added sales, and technical applications.
    • An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
    • A passion for providing exceptional service and understanding customer needs.
    • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
    • Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask with attention to detail.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, basic CAD, and business operational software.

    Critical Competencies

    • Teamwork: Fostering a cooperative environment that drives collective success.
    • Communication: Active listening and clear, effective information exchange.
    • Customer-Centric: Putting customers at the forefront of decision-making, addressing their needs and concerns.
    • Professionalism: Maintaining a solution-oriented mindset, even in challenging situations.

    Join the Youngblood Automation Team

    Why Youngblood Automation? 

    At Youngblood Automation, we believe in creating a family-like atmosphere where we empower each team member to grow and succeed. We offer challenging and rewarding work, competitive compensation, and a supportive culture that celebrates your achievements. Our work environment is dynamic and offers opportunities for personal and professional development.

     

    Ready to Take the Next Step?

    If you are an experienced salesperson looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now and join a growing, financially strong organization with a vision for innovation.

    Apply Now

Lansing, MI

  • Outside Sales Representative

    Lansing, MI

    Are you a driven, motivated sales professional with a passion for innovation and technology? Youngblood Automation, a division of H&P Technologies, is seeking an energetic Outside Sales Representative to join our dynamic team. As a leader in fluid power, motion control, and automation solutions, we’re committed to delivering cutting-edge technology to industries that depend on us. If you’re eager to help us grow, build relationships, and make an immediate impact – we want YOU to be part of our team!

     

    Why Youngblood Automation?
    At Youngblood Automation, you’re more than just an employee – you’re part of a team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and growth. In our fast-paced, supportive environment, your contributions will have a direct impact on our success. We empower you to drive growth while supporting you with an experienced team of Application Engineers, Customer Service experts, and trusted Vendor Partners.

     

    As an Outside Sales Representative, you’ll be on the front lines, focusing on growing sales within your territory, building lasting customer relationships, and providing innovative solutions. This is your chance to work with a passionate team that values continuous improvement and supports your professional development.

    Responsibilities

    • Drive Sales Growth: Promote and sell Youngblood Automation’s products, systems, and services, focusing on both new opportunities and existing clients.
    • Customer Solutions: Identify customer needs and recommend the best products and services to solve their challenges.
    • Prospect & Build Relationships: Identify and develop new business opportunities by establishing relationships across all levels of organizations.
    • Market Intelligence: Gather and communicate market trends and insights to the Regional Sales Manager, Sales Director, and Vendor Partners.
    • Collaborative Success: Work closely with internal teams to ensure timely flow of quotations and meet customer demands.
    • Strategic Planning: Set up sales visits, customer action plans, and activities to hit sales and profit targets.

    Skills & Experience

    • A proven background in selling Automation Equipment & Components (preferred), value-added sales, and technical applications.
    • An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
    • A passion for providing exceptional service and understanding customer needs.
    • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
    • Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask with attention to detail.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, basic CAD, and business operational software.

    Critical Competencies

    • Teamwork: Fostering a cooperative environment that drives collective success.
    • Communication: Active listening and clear, effective information exchange.
    • Customer-Centric: Putting customers at the forefront of decision-making, addressing their needs and concerns.
    • Professionalism: Maintaining a solution-oriented mindset, even in challenging situations.

    Join the Youngblood Automation Team

    Why Youngblood Automation? 

    At Youngblood Automation, we believe in creating a family-like atmosphere where we empower each team member to grow and succeed. We offer challenging and rewarding work, competitive compensation, and a supportive culture that celebrates your achievements. Our work environment is dynamic and offers opportunities for personal and professional development.

     

    Ready to Take the Next Step?

    If you are an experienced salesperson looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now and join a growing, financially strong organization with a vision for innovation.

    Apply Now

Northeast Indiana

  • Outside Sales Representative

    Northeast Indiana

    Are you a driven, motivated sales professional with a passion for innovation and technology? Youngblood Automation, a division of H&P Technologies, is seeking an energetic Outside Sales Representative to join our dynamic team. As a leader in fluid power, motion control, and automation solutions, we’re committed to delivering cutting-edge technology to industries that depend on us. If you’re eager to help us grow, build relationships, and make an immediate impact – we want YOU to be part of our team!

     

    Why Youngblood Automation?
    At Youngblood Automation, you’re more than just an employee – you’re part of a team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and growth. In our fast-paced, supportive environment, your contributions will have a direct impact on our success. We empower you to drive growth while supporting you with an experienced team of Application Engineers, Customer Service experts, and trusted Vendor Partners.

     

    As an Outside Sales Representative, you’ll be on the front lines, focusing on growing sales within your territory, building lasting customer relationships, and providing innovative solutions. This is your chance to work with a passionate team that values continuous improvement and supports your professional development.

    Responsibilities

    • Drive Sales Growth: Promote and sell Youngblood Automation’s products, systems, and services, focusing on both new opportunities and existing clients.
    • Customer Solutions: Identify customer needs and recommend the best products and services to solve their challenges.
    • Prospect & Build Relationships: Identify and develop new business opportunities by establishing relationships across all levels of organizations.
    • Market Intelligence: Gather and communicate market trends and insights to the Regional Sales Manager, Sales Director, and Vendor Partners.
    • Collaborative Success: Work closely with internal teams to ensure timely flow of quotations and meet customer demands.
    • Strategic Planning: Set up sales visits, customer action plans, and activities to hit sales and profit targets.

    Skills & Experience

    • A proven background in selling Automation Equipment & Components (preferred), value-added sales, and technical applications.
    • An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
    • A passion for providing exceptional service and understanding customer needs.
    • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
    • Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask with attention to detail.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, basic CAD, and business operational software.

    Critical Competencies

    • Teamwork: Fostering a cooperative environment that drives collective success.
    • Communication: Active listening and clear, effective information exchange.
    • Customer-Centric: Putting customers at the forefront of decision-making, addressing their needs and concerns.
    • Professionalism: Maintaining a solution-oriented mindset, even in challenging situations.

    Join the Youngblood Automation Team

    Why Youngblood Automation? 

    At Youngblood Automation, we believe in creating a family-like atmosphere where we empower each team member to grow and succeed. We offer challenging and rewarding work, competitive compensation, and a supportive culture that celebrates your achievements. Our work environment is dynamic and offers opportunities for personal and professional development.

     

    Ready to Take the Next Step?

    If you are an experienced salesperson looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now and join a growing, financially strong organization with a vision for innovation.

    Apply Now

Warren, MI

  • Division President

    Warren, MI

    Youngblood Automation, a division of H&P Technologies, is seeking an inspiring and results-driven Division President to lead the business into the next chapter of success. Youngblood Automation is a privately-held, value-added distributor of automation products and custom engineered solutions, serving customers across Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Western Pennsylvania and West Virgina. Youngblood Automation provides solutions to a wide variety of industries, including Industrial, Automotive, Factory Automation, Aerospace, Defense, Consumer Goods, Food & Packaging, Steel, Medical, and Mobile.


    Why Youngblood Automation?

    As President, you will lead an organization with a broad and diverse portfolio of leading products, a talented team of sales, technical, and operational professionals, and a clear vision for growth. You will be empowered to shape our strategy, drive growth and innovation, and lead the team to deliver impactful solutions to our customers and opportunities for professional growth to our colleagues.

    Responsibilities

    • With the input and support of ownership, develop and execute a comprehensive business strategy that aligns with Youngblood Automation’s long-term vision and growth objectives.
    • Assume accountability for the company’s financial, operational, and strategic performance.
    • Lead the organization through continued growth – organically, geographically and/or through additional strategic acquisitions.
    • Unify a geographically dispersed team by a shared, purpose-driven culture, frequent communication, and fostering trust through consistent, transparent, and inclusive leadership.
    • Cultivate leadership talent, ensuring a pipeline of future leaders who can help drive the business forward.
    • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key vendor partners and customers.
    • Monitor key performance metrics, providing regular reports to ownership.
    • Drive efficiency improvements across all business operations to ensure scalability and profitability.

    Skills & Experience

    • 10+ years of sales and commercial management experience with a distributor, ideally in the fluid power, motion control, or automation industries, with a history of leading teams and driving growth, operational efficiencies, and excellence.
    • Strong experience in navigating complex business challenges and seizing opportunities for growth and improvement.
    • A relationship-centric leader who builds trust-based relationships with colleagues, key customers and vendor partners.
    • Outstanding communication skills with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
    • Deep understanding of the automation industry is preferred, but an eagerness to learn and adapt is key.
    • A record of delivering strong financial results while maintaining a focus on operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

    Critical Competencies

    • Teamwork: Fostering a cooperative environment that drives collective success.
    • Communication: Active listening and regular, clear, and effective information exchange with team members and key vendor partners.
    • Customer-Centric: Putting customers at the forefront of decision-making, addressing their needs and concerns.
    • Professionalism: Maintaining a solution-oriented mindset, even in challenging situations.
    • Relationship Building: Effectively interface with team members, customers and vendors.
    • Street Smarts: Common sense and instincts to make pragmatic, tactical decisions on the fly, when required.
    • Active Leadership: Willingness to roll up his/her sleeves to tackle a task, directly supporting colleagues and setting a positive example for others (particularly when strategizing, planning and delegating, alone, won’t get the job done in a timely and/or effective manner)

    Join the Youngblood Automation Team

    At Youngblood Automation, we believe in creating a family-like atmosphere where we empower each team member to grow and succeed. We offer challenging and rewarding work, competitive compensation, and a supportive culture that celebrates your achievements.
    The Division President role may be headquartered in either our Warren or Grand Rapids office, based on the candidate’s location and overall fit with the organization’s needs.


    Ready to Take the Next Step?


    If you are an experienced leader looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now and join a growing, financially strong organization with a vision for innovation.


    Youngblood Automation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to treating all applicantsand associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
    Learn more about us and our product offerings at youngbloodautomation.com.

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  • Outside Sales Representative

    Warren, MI

    Are you a driven, motivated sales professional with a passion for innovation and technology? Youngblood Automation, a division of H&P Technologies, is seeking an energetic Outside Sales Representative to join our dynamic team. As a leader in fluid power, motion control, and automation solutions, we’re committed to delivering cutting-edge technology to industries that depend on us. If you’re eager to help us grow, build relationships, and make an immediate impact – we want YOU to be part of our team!

     

    Why Youngblood Automation?
    At Youngblood Automation, you’re more than just an employee – you’re part of a team that thrives on collaboration, creativity, and growth. In our fast-paced, supportive environment, your contributions will have a direct impact on our success. We empower you to drive growth while supporting you with an experienced team of Application Engineers, Customer Service experts, and trusted Vendor Partners.

     

    As an Outside Sales Representative, you’ll be on the front lines, focusing on growing sales within your territory, building lasting customer relationships, and providing innovative solutions. This is your chance to work with a passionate team that values continuous improvement and supports your professional development.

    Responsibilities

    • Drive Sales Growth: Promote and sell Youngblood Automation’s products, systems, and services, focusing on both new opportunities and existing clients.
    • Customer Solutions: Identify customer needs and recommend the best products and services to solve their challenges.
    • Prospect & Build Relationships: Identify and develop new business opportunities by establishing relationships across all levels of organizations.
    • Market Intelligence: Gather and communicate market trends and insights to the Regional Sales Manager, Sales Director, and Vendor Partners.
    • Collaborative Success: Work closely with internal teams to ensure timely flow of quotations and meet customer demands.
    • Strategic Planning: Set up sales visits, customer action plans, and activities to hit sales and profit targets.

    Skills & Experience

    • A proven background in selling Automation Equipment & Components (preferred), value-added sales, and technical applications.
    • An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
    • A passion for providing exceptional service and understanding customer needs.
    • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
    • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
    • Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask with attention to detail.
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, basic CAD, and business operational software.

    Critical Competencies

    • Teamwork: Fostering a cooperative environment that drives collective success.
    • Communication: Active listening and clear, effective information exchange.
    • Customer-Centric: Putting customers at the forefront of decision-making, addressing their needs and concerns.
    • Professionalism: Maintaining a solution-oriented mindset, even in challenging situations.

    Join the Youngblood Automation Team

    Why Youngblood Automation? 

    At Youngblood Automation, we believe in creating a family-like atmosphere where we empower each team member to grow and succeed. We offer challenging and rewarding work, competitive compensation, and a supportive culture that celebrates your achievements. Our work environment is dynamic and offers opportunities for personal and professional development.

     

    Ready to Take the Next Step?

    If you are an experienced salesperson looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now and join a growing, financially strong organization with a vision for innovation.

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  • Customer Service Representative

    Warren, MI

    Youngblood Automation is looking for an energetic and motivated Customer Service Representative to join our team. Youngblood Automation is a full service pneumatic, hydraulic, lubrication, motion control, and automation distributor, with in-house engineering and value-add manufacturing capabilities. 

     

    As a Customer Service Representative, you’ll be responsible for researching, processing, and resolving customer questions about products, orders, and pricing. 

    Responsibilities

    • Guide and process customer orders and inquiries in a fast-paced environment.
    • Assist customers with product questions, sales, and order taking via phone, email and chat.
    • Solve customer problems and find best possible solutions.
    • Monitor open orders to ensure process is on schedule
    • Provide knowledgeable answers to questions about products, pricing and availability.
    • Respond to shipping inquiries and answer order status questions.
    • Become a product expert and understand each customer’s needs to provide real, effective solutions and deliver exceptional customer service.

    Skills & Experience

    • Prior customer service experience is a plus, but not required.
    • Associates degree, working towards a degree, or equivalent work experience desired.
    • Willingness to learn, be coached, and collaborate in a friendly, team environment.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products, particularly Excel.
    • Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
    • Good oral and written communication skills.
    • Excellent data-entry skills – must possess both speed and accuracy.

    Critical Competencies

    • Teamwork: Building cooperation among individuals and departments, sharing information and resources, and working to achieve group goals and outcomes.
    • Communication: Listening effectively, transmitting information accurately and understandably, and actively seeking feedback.
    • Customer Focus: Understanding and meeting the needs of customers and addressing the interests and concerns of all organization stakeholders.
    • Professionalism: Dealing directly and forthrightly with people and problems, persisting to get the job done.

    Join the Youngblood Automation Team

    Youngblood Automation is a growing and financially sound organization that provides interesting and challenging work to our team members, a family-like atmosphere, and value-added solutions to our customers.

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  • Hydraulic Product Manager

    Warren, MI

    We are seeking a dynamic Hydraulic Product Manager to lead our hydraulic product and engineered systems group and drive growth in our business. The Hydraulic Product Manager will serve as a pivotal leader within our organization, acting as a technical resource for our outside sales team, and overseeing the design engineering team and manufacturing operations. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership, and strategic vision to support sales efforts, ensure product excellence, and drive growth for this important segment of our business. 

     

    Youngblood Automation offers a variety of hydraulic, lubrication, and fluid power products and systems, including: hydraulic power units and systems, electro-hydraulic controls for force and positioning systems, manifold assemblies and integrated circuits, hydraulic drives and transmissions, filtration packages and systems, circulation, centralized, and automatic lubrication systems, fluid dispensing systems, pneumatic control packages, electro-pneumatic panels and assemblies, air preparation assemblies, and air logic control systems.

    Responsibilities

    • Technical Sales Support: Work with the outside sales team to identify, develop, and close sales opportunities for hydraulic components, assemblies, and complete engineered systems to a diverse customer base, including OEMs, Integrators, and end users. Provide product and technical training to outside and inside sales teams.
    • Engineering Team Leadership: Oversee the design engineering team to develop innovative, reliable, and cost-effective hydraulic power units and other fluid power systems, ensuring designs meet industry standards and client requirements.
    • Manufacturing Oversight: Senior management leadership over manufacturing operations to ensure efficient production, high-quality output, and on-time delivery of engineered fluid power systems while optimizing processes and maintaining safety standards.
    • Customer Engagement: Collaborate with customers to understand their technical needs, provide solutions, and ensure customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
    • Vendor Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with key vendor partners, with the goal of exceeding vendor expectations in terms of sales team engagement, market penetration and sales growth.
    • Strategic Planning: Develop and implement product strategies to enhance market competitiveness, conduct product portfolio rationalization, drive innovation, and align with company growth objectives.
    • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with sales, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure seamless project execution and alignment with business goals.
    • Market Analysis: Stay informed of industry trends, competitor offerings, and emerging technologies to position our products and systems as market leaders.
    • Budget and Resource Management: Oversee resource allocation, and cost controls for the hydraulic product group to maximize profitability.

    Skills & Experience

    • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field preferred.
    • 5+ years of experience in hydraulic systems design, engineering, or product management, with a focus on industrial applications.
    • Proven expertise in hydraulic power unit design and manufacturing processes, with knowledge of components such as pumps, valves, actuators, and fluid dynamics.
    • Strong leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional teams.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate and build relationships with sales teams, customers, and internal stakeholders.
    • Ability to analyze complex technical requirements and translate them into practical, customer-focused solutions.
    • Results-oriented mindset with a track record of driving sales growth and operational efficiency.

    Critical Competencies

    • Teamwork: Fostering a cooperative environment that drives collective success.
    • Communication: Active listening and regular, clear, and effective information exchange with team members and key vendor partners.
    • Customer-Centric: Putting customers at the forefront of decision-making, addressing their needs and concerns.
    • Professionalism: Maintaining a solution-oriented mindset, even in challenging situations.
    • Relationship Building: Effectively interface with team members, customers and vendors, from buyers and design engineers to executive-level management.

    Join the Youngblood Automation Team

    Why Youngblood Automation? 

     

    At Youngblood Automation, we believe in creating a family-like atmosphere where we empower each team member to grow and succeed. We offer challenging and rewarding work, competitive compensation, and a supportive culture that celebrates your achievements. Our work environment is dynamic and offers opportunities for personal and professional development.

     

    Ready to Take the Next Step?

     

    If you are looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now and join a growing, financially strong organization with a vision for innovation.

    Apply Now