Careers
WHY WORK AT MWSCO?
- Family-owned business for 85 years.
- Great work hours, typically M-F: 7 am - 4 pm
- See what employees have to say. Follow #MWSCOanniversary on your favorite social media network.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Life and Disabilty Insurance
- Wellness Program
- Retirement 401K and Profit Sharing
- Vacation and Personal Time, accrued
- Paid Holiday Time
- Bereavement Leave
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Technology Grant Program
- Employee Apparel Program
Manager
Branch Manager | Appleton, WI
At MWSCO, customer service isn’t just part of the job—it’s who we are. We’re a family-owned company built on integrity, professionalism, and excellence, and we’re looking for a Branch Manager who embodies those values. This is a leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong teams, and takes pride in delivering an outstanding customer experience.
As Branch Manager, you’ll oversee branch operations, sales, routing, inventory, and customer service—all while developing your team and growing customer relationships. If you’re a strong leader with a passion for people and the drive to succeed, this is your chance to make a real impact.
What You’ll Do
- Lead daily branch operations with a focus on efficiency, professionalism, and excellence.
- Inspire, coach, and develop your team to provide exceptional customer service.
- Drive sales, oversee inside sales activities, and support routing and delivery operations.
- Manage local inventory and ensure accuracy across all processes.
- Build strong partnerships with vendors and lead branch-level marketing initiatives.
- Review and respond to reports, trends, and business needs to keep the branch performing at its best.
- Host branch meetings and ensure clear communication with your team and across the company.
- Represent MWSCO with integrity, professionalism, and a customer-first mindset.
What We’re Looking For
- 2+ years of leadership and management experience (retail, distribution, or similar preferred).
- A management or related degree is a plus—but equivalent experience counts.
- Experience in welding, industrial supply, or related industries strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of retail operations: route delivery, customer relations, DOT regulations, etc.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (or similar programs) to manage reports and data.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- A professional, customer-focused presence that inspires trust and confidence.
Why Join MWSCO?
As a Branch Manager, you won’t just be running a branch—you’ll be leading people, serving customers, and shaping the success of the business. At MWSCO, we value teamwork, professionalism, and growth, and we’re committed to investing in leaders who share our vision. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and lead a team where customer service comes first, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and grow your leadership with MWSCO!
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the Employment Application Form and upload to the Apply Online webform.
The salary range for this position is $60,000-$80,000 based on several factors including education and experience.
Sales
Outside Sales Representative | Decorah, IA
Are you a driven, people-oriented professional who thrives on building relationships and creating new opportunities? MWSCO, a family-owned business that values integrity, service, and growth, is looking for an Outside Sales Representative to join our team! This role is perfect for someone with experience in outside sales and welding supplies, but we’re also open to training the right candidate who brings energy, ambition, and a customer-first mindset.
What You'll Do:
You’ll take ownership of a well-established sales territory with existing customers and work to grow that territory by:
- Developing strong relationships and becoming the go-to contact for customers
- Actively seeking out new business opportunities in your region
- Promoting MWSCO’s full line of products and services
- Creating and executing a personalized sales plan
- Providing quotes, placing orders, and responding to customer needs with professionalism and speed
- Coordinating with branch teams to schedule deliveries and service calls
- Staying current with product knowledge and offering demos and insights to customers
What We're Looking For:
- Experience in outside sales and/or industrial or welding supply preferred — but not required if you’re motivated and eager to learn!
- A two-year associate’s degree in welding, business, or a related field – or equivalent hands-on industry experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (or similar software)
- Someone who’s self-motivated, organized, and enjoys working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
Why Join MWSCO?
- Be part of a company that truly cares about its people – we’re a family-owned business where your voice matters
- Enjoy predictable hours and a consistent schedule
- Competitive wages, great benefits, a supportive team, and opportunities to grow your career
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the Employment Application Form and upload to the Apply Online webform. Or, pick up an application at the Decorah store, 2343 172nd Ave, Decorah, IA 52101
*The wage range for this position is $60,000-$80,000 per year*
Technical Services
Electronics Service Technician | Appleton, WI
Position Summary
The Electronics Service Technician is responsible for providing effective equipment or process troubleshooting and repair for welding power sources, plasma cutters, cutting tables and other automation related equipment. The Technician also assumes direct responsibility for providing outstanding customer service during each service, upgrade, or repair transaction from start to finish, using discretion and judgment to satisfy customer needs.
Educational and skills requirements:
Degree in Electronics Technology preferred, or equivalent industry experience. Successful candidates will have an in depth understanding of electrical theory, schematic reading, electro-mechanical systems, electrical component identification. Intermediate level use of Microsoft Office software or equivalent programs (e.g. Word, Excel) required.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Responsible for effective equipment or process troubleshooting and repair within the Service Department.
- Responsible for all aspects of effective customer service within the Service Department.
- Explore and research new products and repair techniques to use within the Service Department.
- Interface with vendors
- Follow through on part orders and resolve issues as they arise, e.g. miss-shipped orders
- Work with existing customers to actively sell products and services
- Follow MWSCO safety policies, procedures, and goals.
Physical Demands
- Regularly required to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to move products or materials weighing 100+ pounds with the assistance of material handling equipment or coworkers.
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the Employment Application Form and upload to the Apply Online webform. Or, pick up an application at the Appleton store, 3900 N Providence Ave, Appleton, WI 54913
*Pay range for this position is $28-$34 an hour*
Electronics Service Technician | La Crosse, WI
Position Summary
The Electronics Service Technician is responsible for providing effective equipment or process troubleshooting and repair for welding power sources, plasma cutters, cutting tables and other automation related equipment. The Technician also assumes direct responsibility for providing outstanding customer service during each service, upgrade, or repair transaction from start to finish, using discretion and judgment to satisfy customer needs.
Educational and skills requirements:
Degree in Electronics Technology preferred, or equivalent industry experience. Successful candidates will have an in depth understanding of electrical theory, schematic reading, electro-mechanical systems, electrical component identification. Intermediate level use of Microsoft Office software or equivalent programs (e.g. Word, Excel) required.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Responsible for effective equipment or process troubleshooting and repair within the Service Department.
- Responsible for all aspects of effective customer service within the Service Department.
- Explore and research new products and repair techniques to use within the Service Department.
- Interface with vendors
- Follow through on part orders and resolve issues as they arise, e.g. miss-shipped orders
- Work with existing customers to actively sell products and services
- Follow MWSCO safety policies, procedures, and goals.
Physical Demands
- Regularly required to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to move products or materials weighing 100+ pounds with the assistance of material handling equipment or coworkers.
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the Employment Application Form and upload to the Apply Online webform. Or, pick up an application at the La Crosse Store, 611 George St, La Crosse, WI 54603
*Pay range for this position is $28-$34 an hour*
Accounting
Credit & Collections Representative | Winona, MN
The Credit & Collections Representative works in the Accounting Department of MWSCO. This position will contribute to departmental excellence through effective internal and external communications and excellent customer service. This full-time, Monday-Friday position will report to the Office Manager.
Primary Duties:
- Setup and maintain customer accounts, including name changes and merging of accounts
- Monitor AR aging to identify past due accounts, taking action to encourage timely debt payments
- Contact customers regarding past due accounts
- Maintain records of contacts and attempted contacts with delinquent account customers
- Work with management as needed to advance collection efforts
- Review daily application of incoming payments to ensure accuracy, compliance with financial policies and procedures and correspond with the terms of customer contract
- Evaluate potential customers’ creditworthiness
- Participate in monthly statement processing
Knowledge & Skills:
- In depth understanding of account management skills and customer service philosophies
- 2 years’ experience in collections preferred
- Excellent communication skills
- Knowledge of basic accounting
- Exhibit strong commitment to serve the customer in a professional manner
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the Employment Application Form and upload to the Apply Online webform. Or, pick up an application at the Winona store, 5150 W 6th St, Winona, MN 55987
*Pay range for this position is $19-22 an hour*
Fill Plant
Specialty Gas Filler | Winona, MN
The Specialty Gas Filler is responsible for filling gases under pressure. This position is also responsible for assisting with general Fill Plant cleanliness and contributing to overall departmental success through teamwork and support of the Fill Plant team.
Primary Duties
- Safely filling Specialty Gas and high pressure cylinders by both partial pressure and gravimetric processes while adhering to DOT and MWSCO procedures.
- Filling of various high pressure cylinders to maintain stock levels and fulfill branch orders.
- Assist in the Lab as needed.
- Performing general maintenance on fill manifolds, fill panels, vacuum pumps and cryogenic pumps as required.
- Assist with general Fill Plant operations as needed.
Physical Demands
- Regularly required to lift up to 50 pounds and move products or materials weighing 100+ pounds with the assistance of material handling equipment.
- Regularly lift 50 pound cylinders on/off skids as needed (manipulate/dead lift of weight).
- Frequent kneeling, bending, pushing, pulling and lifting.
Scheduling Requirements
- Anticipated schedule for this position is Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
- Evening/weekend work is possible based on customer demand
- Overnight travel as needed for training or conferences.
*The wage range for this position is $21-$23 an hour*
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the Employment Application Form and upload to the Apply Online webform.

