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<p><strong>Entrepreneurial Opportunity with Schaeffer Manufacturing – 185 Years of Proven Performance</strong></p><p>If you’re entrepreneurial, self-driven, and ready to <strong>run your own business</strong>, Schaeffer Manufacturing wants to meet you.</p><p><br></p><p>We’re a <strong>185-year-old industry leader</strong> in premium lubricants, synthetic oils, greases, and cutting-edge fuel additives—and we’re expanding across the Southwest. This is a unique 1099 opportunity to build a long-term book of business with one of the most respected names in industrial lubrication.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>⭐ Why This Opportunity Stands Out</strong></p><p>This isn’t just an outside sales role.</p><p>This is <strong>your business</strong>, backed by a powerhouse brand with decades of repeat customers and unmatched product performance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You Get</strong></p><ul><li><strong>1099 Independent Contractor role</strong> — be your own boss</li><li><strong>Uncapped earning potential</strong> — your effort determines your income</li><li><strong>Protected territory</strong> to build and grow your customer base</li><li><strong>Premium, high-value product line</strong> with proven ROI for equipment-heavy industries</li><li><strong>Comprehensive training</strong>: online modules, live sessions, and hands-on field onboarding</li><li><strong>Full support team</strong> with responsive tech and sales assistance</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Who You’ll Sell To</strong></p><p>Any operation that runs equipment and depends on uptime, including:</p><ul><li>Agriculture (farmers, ranchers)</li><li>Trucking & fleet operations</li><li>Construction & excavation</li><li>Manufacturing & industrial plants</li><li>Mining & forestry</li><li>Municipalities and maintenance teams</li><li>Racing and performance customers</li></ul><p>If it <strong>rolls, digs, hauls, cuts, lifts, or runs machinery</strong>, they need what Schaeffer offers.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Who Thrives Here</strong></p><p>We’re looking for <strong>entrepreneurial, business-minded individuals</strong> who want independence and long-term growth:</p><ul><li>Tradespeople, technicians, and equipment operators</li><li>Former small business owners</li><li>Experienced sales professionals seeking autonomy</li><li>Highly self-motivated, disciplined, and accountable individuals</li><li>Natural hunters who enjoy building new relationships and closing deals</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Compensation</strong></p><ul><li><strong>100% commission with true uncapped upside</strong></li><li><strong>Monthly and year-end performance bonuses</strong></li><li>The ability to build a <strong>recurring, long-term book of business</strong></li></ul><p>Many top earners say their only regret is <strong>not joining Schaeffer sooner</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Ready to Own Your Territory and Your Income?</strong></p><p>If you're ready to build your own industrial sales business with the full backing of <strong>Schaeffer</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Manufacturing</strong>, <strong>apply today</strong>.</p><p>Let’s build something big—together.</p><p></p>

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