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Project Manager- Equipment Group

CompanyHawkins Inc
LocationGarnett
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 9, 2026
About The Company
Hawkins, Inc. was founded in 1938 and is a leading water treatment and specialty ingredients company that formulates, manufactures, distributes and blends products for its Water Treatment, Food & Health Sciences and Industrial Solutions customers. Thousands of water treatment facilities, manufacturers, food and dairy producers, research labs and many other organizations depend on Hawkins for the chemical products they need. These products range from potassium carbonate to chlorine to FCC grade citrates and phosphates. Our mission is to exceed our customers'​ expectations as a high-quality, service-oriented chemical supplier. We will adapt quickly to the changing chemical needs of customers with a keen focus on technical expertise, teamwork, safety, profitability, and responsible care of the environment and of our community.
About the Role

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Based at one of the Hawkins Water Treatment Group locations in Kansas, Arkansas, or Oklahoma, the Project Manager is a front-line customer focused leader who works to understand project needs and manages service expectations within the territory of these states. The Project Manager is responsible for networking with their clients to identify and define projects, develop, and negotiate proposals as well as maintain quality products and processes to ensure the work remains on-track and is delivered according to customer project scope, schedule, and budget.  


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Management:

  •  Develop project specifications with consulting engineers and customers to create safe, cost-effective designs that meet the client’s needs.
  •  Work with contractors to insure correct installation of chemical feed equipment to safely meet the client’s needs, create positive community relations and future business.
  •  Install and calibrate equipment during the commissioning process, as well as trouble-shoot or rework existing equipment. 

Sales and Sales Support:

  •  Bid Management, order and review plans and specifications and prepare bid packages for projects that meet the client’s needs and lead to future business.
  •  External sales growth by developing relationships with current customers as well as networking to seek out new customer opportunities.
  •  Cross-functional technical sales support with both Industrial Sales and Water Treatment Sales focusing on chemical feed equipment as well as tanks and mixers used in chemical storage
  •  Support consulting engineers and technical sales representatives in the promotion and sale of chemical feed equipment to customers.
  •  Providing quotations and follow-up for internal and external customers.
  •  Provide solution technical troubleshooting for both internal and external customers. 

Training:

  • Internal:
  • Develop or maintain general training guidance for Sales staff for product scope.
  • Lead training for Sales staff for product scope
  • External:
  • Operator training during the start-up process. 

Process Improvement:

  • Review and or revise business processes this position interacts with to increase efficiency and

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERRED BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE:

  •  Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent experience in engineering and/or water and wastewater treatment preferred.
  •  5+ years of experience working with chemical feed equipment and controls preferred.
  •  5+ years of experience with electronic control equipment required.
  •  Proficiency reading and understanding blueprints and schematics required.
  •  Software Experience:
  •  Required: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Visio.
  •  Preferred: Filemaker and AdobePro
  •  Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
  •  Demonstrated problem solving ability with root cause analysis required.
  •  Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
  •  Ability to solve internal problems and customer issues and needs.
  •  Independent, self-motivated and hard-working individual.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs. 10-20 feet up to 10 times/day; ability to lift and carry up to 10 pounds, frequently.
  • Ability to sit, stand, and climb stairs for up to 12 hours per day.
  • Ability to work in facilities where temperatures may range from 45 up to 105 degrees Fahrenheit; as well as work outside in all weather conditions (all four seasons).
  • Able to perform manual dexterity tasks.
  • Occasional turning, twisting, stooping, bending, and reaching.

TRAVEL:

Up to 40%


Expected Compensation: $85,000-100,000/Yr. +  10% Bonus eligibility 


Hawkins offers eligible employees and their dependents comprehensive benefits, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD/STD and more. Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP), paid time off, and paid holidays.


For more information on Hawkins benefits, visit: https://www.hawkinsinc.com/careers/benefits/


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All applications must be received online. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Hawkins is a Drug Free workplace.

Key Skills
Project managementChemical feed equipmentTechnical salesBlueprint readingSchematic interpretationRoot cause analysisProblem solvingCustomer relationship managementBid managementEquipment commissioningTechnical troubleshootingMicrosoft OfficeVisioCommunication skillsNegotiation
Categories
EngineeringManagement & LeadershipSalesManufacturingConsulting
Benefits
Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insuranceLong-term disability insuranceShort-term disability insurance401(k) matchEmployee Stock Purchase programPaid time offPaid holidays
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Project Manager leads customer-focused projects by defining scope, negotiating proposals, and ensuring delivery within budget and schedule. They also provide technical sales support, manage equipment installations, and conduct training for both internal staff and external operators.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$85,000 - $100,000
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
545
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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