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PACCAR Inc. Product Release Specialist Job in Renton, Washington
Company Information PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines andalso provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business. Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services - you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started! Division Information Kenworth Truck Company Kenworth Truck Company is the manufacturer of The World's Best heavy and medium duty trucks. Kenworth is an industry leader in providing fuel-saving technology solutions that help increase fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. The company's dedication to the green fleet includes aerodynamic trucks, compressed and liquefied natural gas trucks, and medium duty diesel-electric hybrids. Why Work at PACCAR? PACCAR offers comprehensive benefits from time of hire through retirement for vested employees and their families. As a U.S. Salaried PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including: * Competitive salary and 401k with up to a 5% company match * Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement * Comprehensive paid time off - minimum of 10 paid vacation days,12 paid holidays; and sick leave. * Tuition Reimbursement for continued education * Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for you and your family * Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) * Paid short and long term disability program * Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance * EAP services including wellness plans * This position is also eligible for a holiday bonus Requisition Summary This position is responsible for reviewing sales orders for accuracy and customizing them based on the application desired for the type of truck model purchased. Once the order is validated, this position will prepare the order for release to materials and operations by ensuring an accurate bill of material is generated and the truck components are placed on the chassis frame layout model that meets standard engineering specifications, customer requirements, and safety/compliance standards. Job Functions / Responsibilities Analyzes and adjusts order content related to compatibility, engineering, and compliance standards and calculations. Contacts dealers to clarify sales orders and/or make recommendations related to proper component usage and/or chassis layouts. Coordinates with Design Engineers and Application Engineers to obtain input/direction related to chassis configuration. Customizes sales orders and/or system generated bill of material indexes based on reported exceptions in order to generate accurate part requirements and build instructions. Completes chassis frame layouts per Engineering guidelines and specifications using 3-D modelling software. Incorporates customization related to design engineering direction and sales option change orders. Implements continuous improvement efforts related to job functions. Desires to understand new activities and functions of other roles in the department as requested by supervisor and/or manager. Qualifications College degree in related field preferred; High School diploma required; May consider experience in product engineering related positions. Ability to effectively communicate technical data related to truck compon