Careers

Cutting Tool Sales Engineer 

Tungaloy-NTK America, Inc. is an emerging leader in the development and distribution of innovative carbide cutting tools.  We are looking for an experienced Sales Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience in machining and cutting tool sales and applications.  The ideal candidate should have a strong account following already in these markets.  The person will represent the company in the territory that has been assigned, and ideally the candidate will live in this region, but other locations can be considered for the right person. Tungaloy-NTK America, Inc. offers a competitive salary, progressive commission and bonus program, generous benefits package, company auto and travel expenses.

Responsibilities Include:

• Work directly with end users and distributors to achieve product sales goals.
• Provide technical service to identify customer needs, define problems, and recommend solutions while providing service after the sale.
• Prepare and provide test data reports
• Provide ongoing distributor training, new product updates, tool demonstrations, and promotions to distribution channel.
• Submit sales and progress reports to Divisional/Regional Management

 Work Experience and Skills:

• BS or equivalent plus a minimum of 5 years of experience in carbide and ceramic cutting tool sales to the metal working industry
• Hands-on manufacturing knowledge specifically in the operation of CNC machine tools, programming and materials knowledge
• Knowledge of the distributor role in stocking, promoting, and selling the company’s products within the territory
• Excellent time management, organization, communication, and verbal skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Please send your resume to [email protected]

Application Engineer

Tungaloy-NTK America is an emerging leader in the development and distribution of innovative carbide cutting tools.  Our Company is looking at expanding the Engineering department. We are seeking individuals with knowledge and experience in the CNC machining industry for an Application Engineer position in our Arlington Heights, IL office. If you are currently a Manufacturing Engineer, CNC Programmer, Machinist or have previous hands-on machining and CNC programming experience, we would be very interested in speaking with you!

In this technical position the applicant will be responsible for offering technical support to end-users and distributors to improve their machining productivity and tool performance. We offer a competitive salary and generous benefits package.

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of cutting tools.
• Knowledge of CNC machining.
• Knowledge in part processing, metal cutting, CNC programming, reading drawings, and machine setup.
• Basic understanding of metallurgy.
• Ability to review and read technical documents and blueprints.
• Computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Excellent communication skills, positive attitude, and demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide technical guidance and support on cutting tools.
• Working on tooling proposals, time study creation, programming parts to showcase tool path suggestions.
• Coordinate with Product Engineering and Sales Department to support the customer request.
• Assist customers in developing product solutions including tailor made solutions.
• Planning, programming, and executing demonstrations on the machine.
• Creating and managing tailor made specials.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum level of education: Associate degree or Technical Training.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in machining.

Preferred Skills:

• CNC programming / CAD experience in the following preferred: Mastercam, & Fusion 360.
• CNC operating experience in the following preferred: HAAS Mill, Mazak Lathe, & Citizen Swiss Machine.

Please send your resume to [email protected]

Marketing Specialist

Tungaloy-NTK America, the North American Sales & Marketing office of a global leader in metal cutting tools headquartered in Japan, is based in Arlington Heights, Illinois. We are seeking a talented and experienced Marketing Specialist to join our team full time, working onsite. In this role, you’ll play a key part in developing marketing initiatives that strengthen brand awareness and support sales growth.

Responsibilities:

• Develop marketing materials, including brochures, flyers, and presentations.
• Plan, organize, and manage events such as trade shows and seminars.
• Collaborate with internal teams (product and sales) and external partners (publishers and vendors) to implement marketing initiatives.
• Coordinate and manage digital marketing efforts, including website updates and email campaigns.
• Serve as a secondary resource for social media management by managing posts, monitoring engagement, and maintaining platform activity as needed.
• Work closely with global teams to create visual content that aligns with the brand’s image and messaging.
• Provide support on various tasks aimed at enhancing brand visibility and driving sales growth.
• Serve as a go-to resource for team members needing assistance with projects.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging marketing tools, and best practices.

Work Experience and Skills:

• Demonstrated track record (1-2 years) in marketing.
• Strong proficiency in graphic design tools, particularly Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Outstanding organizational skills, coupled with effective time management, able to work independently to meet deadlines and achieve objectives.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a deadline-driven environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Experience in a manufacturing or engineering company environment is not required but would be highly valuable, particularly for understanding industry-specific terminology.

The Marketing Specialist will play a key role in supporting the marketing team’s efforts to boost brand visibility, engage customers, and drive business growth across multiple channels. Join us at Tungaloy-NTK America and be part of our exciting journey!

Please send your resume to [email protected]

Remote or hybrid work arrangements are not available for this position.

Cutting Tool Sales Engineer 

Tungaloy Canada, Inc. is an emerging leader in the development and distribution of innovative carbide cutting tools.  We are looking for an experienced, bilingual Sales Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience in machining and cutting tool sales and applications.  The ideal candidate should have a strong account following already in this market.  The person will represent the company in the territory that has been assigned, and ideally the candidate will live in this region, but other locations can be considered for the right person. Tungaloy Canada offers a competitive salary, progressive commission and bonus program, generous benefits package, company auto and travel expenses.

Responsibilities Include:

• Work directly with end users and distributors to achieve product sales goals.
• Provide technical service to identify customer needs, define problems, and recommend solutions while providing service after the sale.
• Prepare and provide test data reports.
• Provide ongoing training, new product updates, tool demonstrations, and promotions to the market.
• Submit sales and progress reports to Management.

 Work Experience and Skills:

• BS or equivalent plus a minimum of 5 years of experience in carbide and ceramic cutting tool sales to the metal working industry.
• Hands-on manufacturing knowledge specifically in the operation of CNC machine tools, programming, and materials knowledge.
• Excellent time management, organization, communication, and verbal skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Bilingual.

Please send your resume to [email protected]