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2 5 Sponsored Manufacturer Profile F A L L 2 0 1 9 / S T U F F M A D E I N M A I N E Jøtul is a leading worldwide brand and global market leader sold in 44 countries on 6 continents. Our conscious adaptation to the individual markets, conditions, and customer needs, is a vital part of our international success. Crafted in Norway, built in Maine, Jøtul North America has maintained a Maine presence since 1980. Jøtul's only North America location in Gorham, ME manufacturers products for the US and Canada markets. n I was hired as a temporary, part- time, night-shift welder in 2007. I have steadily progressed through the company — starting in welding, and developing additional skills in press brake operation, laser operation and documentation. I am now broadening my skills in research and development as a Lab Technician. Alyssa Turnbull, 30 www.jotul.com/us 55 Hutcherson Drive, Gorham, ME 04038 P: 207.591.6601 FOUNDED: 1853 PRESIDENT/CEO: Bret Watson FULL-TIME/ FTE EMPLOYEES: 105 HEADQUARTERS: Fredrikstad, Norway ADDITIONAL COMPANY LOCATIONS: Poland, Denmark, France, UK, Spain, and Italy C O M PA N Y P R O F I L E SCHOOLS: Portland Arts and Technology, Welding, 2008 Southern Maine Community College, Associates in Applied Science, Engineering, 2017 University of Southern Maine, BA in Mechanical Engineering, 2017–current YEARS AT COMPANY: 12 POSITION: R&D Lab Technician P R O D U CT S Jøtul has the industry's largest selection of cast iron wood and gas stoves and inserts. M A R K E T S / C U S TO M E R S Distributors and dealers in the United States and Canada C A R E E R / J O B O P P O R T U N I T I E S Production assemblers, machine operators, press brake operators C O M PA N Y B E N E F I T S Generous employer contribution to health, vision, and 401k. Employer paid dental, Life, STD, LTD. Fitness and educational reimbursement, paid holidays, vacation, and personal time. I N T E R N S H I P P R O G R A M Yes C O M M U N I T Y E N GAG E M E N T We are committed to partnering with middle-schools, high-schools, and vocational centers to educate students on the diverse career opportunities available within our organization. S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y Our timeless products bridges the past and present to integrate the architectural and functional qualities of modern living spaces. Our products are both innovative and resistant to short-term trends. Jøtul North America Jøtul has earned numerous awards: 2019 Maine Manufacturer of the year 3x Best Places to Work in Maine 2019 Hearth And Home Wood Products Winner 2019 Hearth and Home Best-in-Show Winner