Are you looking for the chance to work with an established Church Goods Company that carries a fine selection of church goods and religious articles, has an enthusiastic environment and is family-owned & operated? You came to the right place!
The F.C. Ziegler Co. - Catholic Art & Gifts is known nationwide for its excellence in metalware manufacturing, custom liturgical design, metalware refinishing and repair, and all other aspects of the church supply industry. Catholic Art & Gifts is a retail division of F.C. Ziegler Company and is leading the way with huge selection of crucifixes, rosaries, bibles, books, DVD's on Christian spirituality and other Catholic gifts for every occasion. Our main location is in Tulsa, OK and accompanied with a manufacturing shop, warehouse, administration, customer service and full retail store. Our other 8 locations are throughout the United States, including Tulsa, OK - Wichita, KS - Dallas, TX - Austin, TX - Houston, TX - Baton Rouge, LA - Scottsdale, AZ - Albuquerque, NM - Oakland Park, FL - Baltimore, MD*(Warehouse Only). You can see more about our retail stores by clicking here.
The F.C Ziegler Co. mission is to provide all needed goods and services for worship and devotion, both public and private. We strive to promote the values our great founder left behind. That is faith, family values and superb service to our customers. For over 95 years this has allowed us to keep our doors open and our customers happy and coming back.
Positions currently available:
To apply: please send cover letter and resume and any specific job requests to hrdept@zieglers.com.
Make sure to specify the position for which you are applying.
Manufacturing Operations Manager - Tulsa, OK
Job description
Our family-owned company started in 1929 and has grown from a small manufacturing firm to a wide-ranging organization with 9 retail locations, a manufacturing and design branch, a wholesale arm, and a healthy e-commerce website.
We work in materials such as brass, bronze, aluminum, sterling silver and wood to create decorative adornments and furniture for sanctuaries across the country and pride ourselves on having an eye for detail and quality.
This is a hands-on manufacturing leadership position. You will spend at least 50% of your time on the shop floor.
We are a leader in our industry, and we seek someone to help assist us into the future.
F.C. Ziegler Co. Manufacturing Recruitment Video
Duties & Responsibilities
Basic Scope
- Establish and lead the performance objectives for manufacturing activities.
- Oversee the day-to-day operations and performance of manufacturing activities.
- Develop manufacturing workmanship, and quality standards
- Creates goals to reduce costs and increase efficiencies in safety and manufacturing, then drives performance to achieve those goals utilizing manufacturing concepts and continuous improvement tools.
- Develops departmental budget and tracks to ensure goals are met.
- Works with Finance to understand manufacturing costs and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Responsible for attainment of agreed upon production schedules.
- Coordinates manufacturing activities with all other functions of the organization and suppliers to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines and equipment.
Key Job Functions:
- Develop annual operating plan including facility improvements, manning work plans, budgetary targets, safety plans, employee engagement.
- Ensure expectations are met or exceeded in safety, delivery, quality, and customer service.
- Establish and improve operating metrics across all disciplines to gauge performance.
- Effectively communicate safety, production, quality and all other company goals to ensure all members of the team are aware and understand them.
- Knowledge of metallurgy is a plus
Qualifications
Skills/Knowledge/Experience/Education Required:
- Proven record of accomplishments in budget attainment, safety improvements, customer satisfaction, employee development, and process improvement.
- Excellent Interpersonal skills with strong verbal/written communications abilities.
- Strong background in root cause analysis, error proofing, corrective actions and process improvement.
- Proven experience in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
- Strong background in establishing metrics and effectively communicating targets. Establish plans and contingencies to meet the established metric-based targets.
- Previous leadership experience in assembly, manufacturing, fabrication and/or weld shop.
Work Remotely
- No
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Please tell me why you are interested in this position. To be considered for the role, you must answer this question in detail.
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Manufacturing management: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
To apply: please send a cover letter and resume and any specific job requests to hrdept@zieglers.com. Make sure to specify the position for which you are applying.
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Char-lite Associate - Tulsa, OK
Char-lite Associate – Get Your Hands Dirty & Your Future Bright!
Are you someone who doesn’t mind a little grit under your nails? Do you take pride in a hard day's work, knowing you’ve had a hand in crafting a product people rely on? If so, we want you on our team!
FC Ziegler Company—a family-owned business since 1929—is on the lookout for a full-time Char-lite Associate to help produce self-lighting charcoal briquettes. This is an essential role where you'll be working hands-on in our production process, ensuring that backyard BBQs, campfire cookouts, and grill masters everywhere have the high-quality charcoal they need.
Who We Are
From our humble beginnings as a small manufacturing firm, we’ve grown into a leading industry name with 9 retail locations, a manufacturing and design branch, a wholesale division, and a thriving e-commerce presence. We’re proud of our legacy and are looking for motivated individuals to help fuel our future success.
What You’ll Do
- Mix it up! Measure and combine charcoal batches.
- Press on. Operate machinery to form briquettes.
- Bring the heat! Ensure proper processing for quality results.
- Seal the deal. Package the finished product for distribution.
- Test, verify, repeat. Make sure every batch meets our high standards.
- Stay stocked. Monitor materials and inventory.
- Keep it clean. Maintain equipment and workspace.
- Stay alert. Report any equipment issues before they become problems.
What We’re Looking For
- Familiarity with shop equipment (presses, mixing tanks, etc.).
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment.
- Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Commitment to safety and cleanliness in the workplace.
To apply from a computer: please send cover letter and resume to hrdept@zieglers.com. Make sure to specify the position for which you are applying.
Associate Controller
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Associate Controller to join our Administrative team in Tulsa, OK. In this role, you will support the Financial Controller in managing the company’s overall accounting and financial operations. Acting as a strategic partner, you will help ensure accuracy in financial reporting, maintain compliance with policies and regulations, and provide backup leadership when needed. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to contribute to the success of a respected and growing company.
Key Responsibilities:
· Support the Controller in overseeing accounting and finance activities.
· Serve as a backup for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger functions.
· Review monthly trial balances, financial statements, and cash flow reports.
· Oversee reconciliations of receivables, payables, expenses, and bank accounts.
· Assist with regulatory filings and annual audits, acting as a liaison with external auditors.
· Monitor cash management and assist with expense control.
· Ensure integrity, confidentiality, and accountability in all financial practices.
What We’re Looking For:
· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
· 3–5 years of accounting or financial management experience.
· Proficiency in accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger.
· Strong technical acumen with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
· Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
· High level of integrity and accountability.
· Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Job Type: Full-time
To apply from a computer: please send a cover letter and resume to hrdept@zieglers.com. Make sure to specify the position for which you are applying.
The Assembly Technician is responsible for assembling items with care for the F.C. Ziegler line of goods and ensuring quality finishes.
Job Qualifications:
- Read and interpret diagrams, bills of material, specifications, drawings, and other technical documents to assemble a finished product.
- Identify and gather finished materials, parts, and tools to complete an item using a bill of materials.
- Identify and report any defects in the assembly process.
- Provide attention to detail.
- Maintain a clean and safe workspace.
- Using reason to problem solve.
- Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Work with Quality Control to ensure finished products meet F.C. Ziegler standards.
- Strong understanding of metal casting processes and materials
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with departments within the organization.
- Possess problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
- Proficiency in inventory management software and Microsoft Office.
- Maintain a healthy and safe work environment, report any health or safety hazards, and follow the Company health and safety rules.
Physical Requirements:
- Must use proper lifting techniques and be able to lift up to 50 pounds +/- or ask for assistance as needed.
- Ability to perform essential physical job functions requiring; seeing, hearing, bending, standing, walking, handling objects, pushing/pulling, and use fine finger movements with manual dexterity.
- Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, and temperature fluctuations.
Job Type: Full-time
To apply from a computer: please send cover letter and resume to hrdept@zieglers.com. Make sure to specify the position for which you are applying.
We are seeking two skilled and motivated Skilled Craftsman/Fabricators to join our team as a Master Craftsman Apprentice. This is an exciting opportunity to hone your skills, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to the production of meaningful, high-quality pieces. If you’re a detail-oriented professional with experience in manual machining, metalworking, and precision craftsmanship, we’d love to hear from you!
Position: Craftsman / Fabrication Specialist
We’re looking for a skilled, hands-on craftsmen to join our team in a key area:
- Tabernacle Area – creating and building new products from the ground up
What You’ll Do:
- Work with precision – Interpret blueprints, drawings, and instructions to craft accurate components
- Operate specialized tools – Use manual lathes, mills, drills, shears, rollers, and benders
- Measure and assemble – Utilize calipers, rulers, micrometers, and other precision tools to ensure top-tier quality
- Refinish or fabricate – Restore existing products or create new ones depending on your assigned area
- Collaborate and grow – Work alongside expert craftsmen in a structured mentorship environment
- Maintain quality and safety – Ensure all work meets high standards while following safety guidelines
What We’re Looking For:
- 3–5 years of experience in machining, manufacturing, or a similar field
- Familiarity with drill guides, jigs, weld jigs, and fixtures
- Experience with soldering and welding is a plus
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- A team-oriented mindset with a proactive, hands-on approach
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods in a manufacturing setting
Job Type: Full-time
To apply from a computer: please send cover letter and resume to hrdept@zieglers.com. Make sure to specify the position for which you are applying.
Network Systems Administrator
F.C. Ziegler Co. is seeking an experienced Network Systems Administrator to lead and support the technology infrastructure that powers our retail, manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, and corporate operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for an IT professional who enjoys balancing hands-on technical work with infrastructure planning, cybersecurity, continuous improvement, and leadership. You'll serve as the primary systems administrator for our Tulsa operations while partnering with our Maine-based IT team to support company-wide initiatives.
If you're someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, improving systems, and helping shape the future of an organization's technology environment, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
As our Network Systems Administrator, you will:
- Administer and maintain Windows Server infrastructure, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, virtualization platforms, and enterprise systems.
- Manage LAN/WAN networks, wireless infrastructure, VPNs, firewalls, and network security.
- Monitor system performance, backups, storage capacity, and infrastructure health.
- Help drive infrastructure planning, technology evaluations, and continuous improvement.
- Serve as the Tier II/III escalation point for complex technical issues.
- Manage user accounts, permissions, licensing, and security access.
- Support ERP, eCommerce, and other enterprise business applications.
- Plan and coordinate maintenance, upgrades, security patching, and firmware updates.
- Administer Microsoft SQL Server operational tasks, including backups, restores, scheduled jobs, and database monitoring.
- Plan and lead disaster recovery testing and business continuity initiatives.
- Implement cybersecurity best practices including endpoint protection, MFA, vulnerability management, and security improvements.
- Maintain accurate system documentation, network diagrams, and IT standards.
- Coordinate infrastructure projects with vendors and internal stakeholders.
- Provide occasional after-hours support during maintenance windows or emergencies.
- Travel occasionally to company locations as needed.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience supporting enterprise IT infrastructure in a business environment.
- Strong experience administering Microsoft Windows Server environments.
- Experience with Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Entra ID (Azure AD), Exchange Online, and Group Policy.
- Experience with VMware, Hyper-V, or similar virtualization platforms.
- Experience supporting enterprise networking, including switches, routers, wireless networks, VPNs, and firewalls.
- Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects while supporting business operations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting ERP or other enterprise business applications.
- Microsoft SQL Server administration experience.
- Experience with cybersecurity technologies and best practices.
- Experience leading infrastructure projects, technology evaluations, and disaster recovery testing.
- Experience working with help desk ticketing systems and IT documentation tools.
Why You'll Enjoy This Role:
- Opportunity to lead technology initiatives that directly impact business operations.
- Mix of infrastructure engineering, cybersecurity, systems administration, and strategic planning.
- Variety of technologies across manufacturing, retail, warehouse, and corporate environments.
- Collaborative IT team with cross-coverage and professional development opportunities.
- Stable, established company with a long history of serving customers nationwide.
Work Environment:
This position is primarily based in our Tulsa office and includes regular interaction with manufacturing, warehouse, retail, and administrative departments. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required during planned maintenance or critical business needs. Some travel to company locations is required. This position reports to the IT Manager and works in partnership with our Maine-based systems administrator.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to install desktop computers, networking equipment, and servers.
- Comfortable working in office and server room environments.
Equal Opportunity Employer
F.C. Ziegler Co. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.
To apply from a computer: please send cover letter and resume to hrdept@zieglers.com. Make sure to specify the position for which you are applying.
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Paint Booth Assitant Technician - Tulsa, OK
We are seeking a detail-oriented Paint Booth Technician / Finishing Assistant to support our finishing operations. This role is responsible for preparing, coating, inspecting, and handling metal parts to ensure high-quality finishes that meet customer and company standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Surface Preparation
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- Clean, degrease, sand, and mask parts prior to painting or coating
- Prepare metal surfaces (brass, bronze, aluminum) to ensure proper finish adhesion
Purchase Order & Product Review
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- Read and interpret purchase orders to understand product type, quantities, materials, and finish requirements (paint, lacquer, plating, polish level)
- Review special instructions, including masking and handling requirements
- Verify work against shop orders, drawings, or samples before beginning
Paint Booth Support & Quality
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- Stage and hang parts for coating
- Assist with mixing paints, primers, and coatings according to specifications
- Set up and maintain spray equipment
- Support painters during coating application as needed
- Inspect parts for defects such as runs, thin coverage, or contamination
- Ensure all finishes meet company standards and customer expectations
Collaboration & Quality Coordination
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- Work closely with polishing team to ensure proper surface finish before coating
- Coordinate with Quality Control to verify incoming parts meet specifications
- Assist with final inspection of outgoing parts
- Communicate defects, inconsistencies, or concerns before proceeding
- Help maintain consistency across polishing, finishing, and final product quality
Booth & Shop Maintenance
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- Maintain cleanliness of paint booth and work areas
- Replace filters, clean equipment, and properly manage materials
Post-Finishing Handling
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- Unmask, inspect, and safely handle finished parts
- Prepare completed items for the next production stage or shipment
Qualifications
- Previous experience in paint booth operations, finishing, or manufacturing preferred
- Ability to read and interpret work orders and technical instructions
- Strong attention to detail and quality standards
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
- Comfortable working with coatings, chemicals, and shop equipment
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Ability to lift and move parts as needed
- Comfortable working in a production/shop environment
To apply from a computer: please send cover letter and resume to hrdept@zieglers.com. Make sure to specify the position for which you are applying.