Grit Testing Coordinator

Job Overview

Job Location:

S&L Inc - Office - Lenexa, KS 66215. Smith & Loveless is united under one cause: “Protecting Water. Protecting People.” We are seeking a Grit Testing Coordinator to partner with our experienced grit testing team in this environmentally focused industry.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with automatic enrollment + employee-directed investment options
• Discretionary 401(k) Match based on performance (100% vested after 3 years)
• Annual Profit-Sharing Bonus
• 100% Employer-Paid Benefits including life insurance & disability coverage
• Paid Time Off – 10 paid holidays; 2 weeks’ vacation (3 weeks after 5 years); 6 paid sick/personal days annually
• Insurance & Financial Benefits – Medical plans (PPO & high-deductible options); dental insurance with preventative care covered at 100%; short‑term & long‑term disability coverage; group life & AD&D insurance (company paid)
• Additional Benefits – Flexible Spending Account (FSA);
  Health Savings Account (HSA) for HDHP participants; voluntary life & AD&D coverage for employees and dependents

• Answer technical questions from customers about grit testing.
• Request and obtain the information required to develop a quote for Grit Removal Efficiency Testing or Grit Profile.
• Develop GRIT TECH™ and Smith & Loveless grit efficiency and grit profile costing, pricing strategy, and formal quotes/proposals.
• Determine required equipment for a grit test, have it arranged, and send to the job site.
• Request detailed drawings, test locations, and velocities at each location before visiting the site. If the customer does not provide this information, send forms for the end‑user to state in the documentation that tests may be inconclusive.
• Obtain approval from Engineering on test locations, verify elevations, and develop a test plan approved before any site visit.
• Provide data collection forms and test plan to technicians performing the test for measurement and documentation of test results.
• Perform or manage lab processing of grit samples.
• Project manager for assigned testing and other projects. Perform on‑site testing, oversee the grit testing, and ensure protocols are followed. Supervise assigned or indirect team members.
• Inventory and keep track of all grit testing equipment; verify equipment is operating correctly after return.
• Draft testing reports from field tests and lab tests for approval by Engineering and others as required; issue final report to customers and file reports for future reference.
• Answer the GRIT TECH™ phone line and e‑mails.
• Work with the Marketing Team to develop marketing materials for grit testing and GRIT TECH™.
• Periodically check the GRIT TECH™ PO box for mail, checks, and samples.
• Follow up on inquiries and quotes.
• Process orders and ensure projects are invoiced in a timely manner.
• Other duties as assigned by Manager.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental, engineering, science, construction management, business, or marketing.
• Associate Technical Degree or equivalent job‑related experience considered.
• 3 months or more related experience in product manufacturing, product testing, or custom manufactured product lines preferred.
• Previous experience in environmental testing, wastewater, or field service in the water/wastewater industry highly preferred.
• Experience in technical writing and project management beneficial.
• Excellent analytical ability.
• Effective interpersonal communication, technical writing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to analyze existing markets of a product to grow and expand the same.
• Ability to communicate with end users and consulting engineers to assist in the selection and implementation of testing and related products.
• Ability to understand costing, markup, and discounts to develop pricing strategy.
• Ability to read and understand project specifications and drawings.
• Ability to set goals and be highly organized.

• Required to sit, stand, and walk.
• Use hands to finger, hand or feel objects, tools or controls.
• Frequent stooping, bending, pulling and pushing.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Required to talk and hear consistently.
• Occasionally lift, carry, and/or drag up to twenty‑five (50) pounds if necessary.
• Specific vision abilities required: distinguish objects with the eye.
• Ability to ascend and descend two flights of stairs.
• Ability to work non‑traditional hours, including evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Occasional travel required to wastewater treatment facilities and trade shows.