Careers

A People-First Business Since 1900

Our founder, William Boss, was an innovator committed to people and the community. His values are deeply woven into who we are today: A company focused on continuously driving the industry forward, providing exceptional customer service, and helping our employees grow into the best versions of themselves, both professionally and personally.

We believe in giving people the education and tools they need to be successful in their jobs and have built a culture of collaboration, respect and creativity.

Current Opportunities

The Specialty Mfg. Co. hires for various professional, technical and skilled positions, including CNC machinist jobs and assembly jobs. Become part of a 100+ year tradition and legacy by joining a team where your talent, experience, and commitment will be rewarded and recognized.

Our Values

Personalized Service

We provide the highest level of proactive, personalized service in our efforts to research, design and deliver tailored solutions for our customers.

Respect, Creativity and Collaboration

Our diverse team’s efforts continuously demonstrate mutual respect, creativity, and collaboration across divisions.

Employee Development

We acknowledge that our strength is based on the talent and commitment of our employees. Therefore, we dedicate resources toward their development, reward, and recognition.

Environmental Awareness

We maintain the highest standards in our manufacturing and production processes to protect the health of our environment.

Ethical Business Conduct

We are committed to high ethical standards of business conduct. Professionalism, fair play, commitment to philanthropy, and community service are principles of the company’s development.

Sustained Growth

Shareholders set direction and make decisions consistent with the objectives to achieve sustained, profitable growth in conjunction with long-term commitment to high-performing employees.

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Growing Our Company & Our People

Employees and Growing

Average Years with the Company

Years Named a Great Place to Work

A Great Place to Build Your Career

Committed to People & the Community Since Day One

Every achievement is a testament to our commitment to creating a positive work environment where people are encouraged to grow and develop their skills. We would not be where we are today without the employees who put passion into everything they do and use their talents to continue driving our business and the industry forward.

1900
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1900
Founder William Boss establishes The Specialty Manufacturing Company.
1951
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1951
Founded the Boss Foundation to support the arts and humanities in St. Paul, Minnesota.
2017-2020
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2017-2020
Named in StarTribune’s Top Work Places
2021-2023
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2021-2023
Certified Great Place to Work®

Why Work Here?

Growth & Innovation

Your role has an impact on our future

Collaboration & Openness

We welcome diversity of thought at all levels

Safety & Comfort

Clean, safe, and climate-controlled facilities

Employee Benefits Package

Why Work Here?

As a family-owned company built on solid values and a belief in work/life balance, our people are our priority. Eligible full-time employees receive a benefits package that allows flexibility to choose the coverage that best suits their individual and family needs.

  • Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 410(k) Profit Sharing Plan
  • 15 Days of Paid Time Off (increases annually with service)
  • 9+ Paid Holidays Per Year
  • Short-Term Disability Coverage
  • Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Day Off for Annual Physical
  • Tuition Assistance & Educational Reimbursement
  • Safety Equipment Reimbursement (Boots and Glasses)

Testimonials

Our People Are Our Culture

"I like working at the Specialty Mfg. Co. because of the people, working with the parts, and I like working with the leader. I would like you guys to raise the pay a little bit more."
Current Employee
"I like working at the Specialty Mfg. Co. because of the people, working with the parts, and I like working with the leader. I would like you guys to raise the pay a little bit more."
Current Employee 1
Current Employee
"I enjoy working here because the work is easy and I am proud of the benefits here."
Current Employee
"I enjoy working here because the work is easy and I am proud of the benefits here."
Current Employee 2
Current Employee
"I've been working at The Specialty Mfg. Co. for 10 years, and have had a lot of wonderful opportunities so far. The company is founded on family values, which is exhibited through compassionate leadership and a strong total compensation package. I really enjoy the people I work with and have made lifelong friendships through a job I really enjoy."
Current Employee
"I've been working at The Specialty Mfg. Co. for 10 years, and have had a lot of wonderful opportunities so far. The company is founded on family values, which is exhibited through compassionate leadership and a strong total compensation package. I really enjoy the people I work with and have made lifelong friendships through a job I really enjoy."
Current Employee 3
Current Employee
"I enjoy working here because this company gives good PTO and benefits. Managers are good too. Thank you!!"
Houa Lee, Rola-Chem, 9 years
"I enjoy working here because this company gives good PTO and benefits. Managers are good too. Thank you!!"
Houa Lee
Houa Lee, Rola-Chem, 9 years
"The company is close to my house and has easy road access. Also have good benefits. I am proud of the nice owner, and I like the job a lot. Managers and supervisors are also nice."
Current Employee, 7 years
"The company is close to my house and has easy road access. Also have good benefits. I am proud of the nice owner, and I like the job a lot. Managers and supervisors are also nice."
Current Employee 4
Current Employee, 7 years
"Because I like everything in this company. I am happy that I’m part of this company."
Current Employee
"Because I like everything in this company. I am happy that I’m part of this company."
Current Employee 5
Current Employee
"Very much enjoy this company because they respect everyone. We celebrated Hmong New Year and it’s not far away from my house. I’m most proud of this company because we have great benefits and retirement plan. Thank you so much."
Current Employee
"Very much enjoy this company because they respect everyone. We celebrated Hmong New Year and it’s not far away from my house. I’m most proud of this company because we have great benefits and retirement plan. Thank you so much."
Current Employee 6
Current Employee
"I've been working at The Specialty Manufacturing Company for nearly 3 years and enjoyed the work environment, work ethics and diverse culture. I've received opportunities to take on projects and added roles to keeps things both challenging and interesting. I think it's important to be stay engaged and help foster changes that can benefit my peers and the company. The key factors that differentiate SMC from past employments is not through specializations, but by contributions from the people within."
Current Employee
"I've been working at The Specialty Manufacturing Company for nearly 3 years and enjoyed the work environment, work ethics and diverse culture. I've received opportunities to take on projects and added roles to keeps things both challenging and interesting. I think it's important to be stay engaged and help foster changes that can benefit my peers and the company. The key factors that differentiate SMC from past employments is not through specializations, but by contributions from the people within."
Current Employee 7
Current Employee
"Because the company is close to my house, and I like the job. I like the people because they are nice, and the building."
Current Employee
"Because the company is close to my house, and I like the job. I like the people because they are nice, and the building."
Current Employee 8
Current Employee
"I love working here because of the good retirement plan."
Current Employee
"I love working here because of the good retirement plan."
Current Employee 9
Current Employee
"I enjoy working at the company because it's easy to do my work, and close to my house. Area is clean. Learning is easy to do. You can stand and sit. Most proud of at the company, I like my supervisor. They are all nice. And they give us good benefits helping."
Current Employee, 2 years
"I enjoy working at the company because it's easy to do my work, and close to my house. Area is clean. Learning is easy to do. You can stand and sit. Most proud of at the company, I like my supervisor. They are all nice. And they give us good benefits helping."
Current Employee 10
Current Employee, 2 years
"I like to work here because it helps pay my bills. I like the benefits."
Current Employee
"I like to work here because it helps pay my bills. I like the benefits."
Current Employee 11
Current Employee
"I enjoy working here because the work is easy and proud of the benefits here."
Current Employee
"I enjoy working here because the work is easy and proud of the benefits here."
Current Employee 12
Current Employee
"I very much enjoy working in this company because all the leaders and owner are very nice, and all the people who work in this company are nice and respect each other. I'm so very proud that I am very lucky to work in this company, I am so happy about the retirement plan. Thank you."
Current Employee
"I very much enjoy working in this company because all the leaders and owner are very nice, and all the people who work in this company are nice and respect each other. I'm so very proud that I am very lucky to work in this company, I am so happy about the retirement plan. Thank you."
Current Employee 13
Current Employee
"I enjoy working here because it's close to my house. I'm proud about the bonuses, and co-workers understand each other along with the managers, and celebrating our Hmong New Years too."
Current Employee
"I enjoy working here because it's close to my house. I'm proud about the bonuses, and co-workers understand each other along with the managers, and celebrating our Hmong New Years too."
Current Employee 14
Current Employee
"I like this place because it is a good place to know new people and make new friends. I really like the potluck, food trucks and auction."
Current Employee
"I like this place because it is a good place to know new people and make new friends. I really like the potluck, food trucks and auction."
Current Employee 15
Current Employee
"Good benefits, convenient location."
Current Employee, 18 years
"Good benefits, convenient location."
Current Employee 16
Current Employee, 18 years
"I enjoy working here because of how much a culture difference there is. I like working with all sorts of different people from all over the world. I am most proud of the benefits they offer and how they treat their employees."
Current Employee, 2 years
"I enjoy working here because of how much a culture difference there is. I like working with all sorts of different people from all over the world. I am most proud of the benefits they offer and how they treat their employees."
Current Employee 17
Current Employee, 2 years

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New nylon suction strainers are available immediately. Suction strainers provide protection in liquid or air applications by trapping debris before it can enter and damage downstream system components. Many popular sizes can ship next day. Specialty Manufacturing Company suction strainers – also commonly referred to as sump strainers – feature type 304 stainless steel mesh sizes from 4 to 100 with a 1/8″ to 3″ Nylon NPT base. These strainers are rated for continuous use up to 200°F, and custom mesh sizes are available. CAD models and product drawings for the complete offering.