Branded Products Intern
Lincoln Industries Job In Lincoln, NE
at Lincoln Industries
Job Title: Branded Products Intern
This position is an engineering-focused Branded Products Intern to support our team in product design, project management, and process optimization. This role offers hands-on experience in small-scale design projects, margin analysis, and business case development, while also assisting our sales team with organization and optimization initiatives.
WAGE TYPE: Hourly
FLSA Exemption: Non-exempt
LENGTH OF ASSIGNMENT/INTERNSHIP: Full-time hours - summer; Part-time hours - school year.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Assist in Product Improvement Features (PIFs) and small design projects
Collect and analyze engineering data
Conduct margin reviews to assess product profitability
Coordinate sample processing, material movements, and shipment
Create and refine installation instructions for new and existing products
Design and analyze in Pro/Engineer or SolidWorks
Support running parts and reviewing product performance
Work in Microsoft Excel to process monthly invoices
Assist sales team with organization and optimization
Develop business cases for new projects, analyzing feasibility and potential impact
Design and conduct manufacturing trials
Could potentially come in contact with hazardous chemicals
Any other tasks as required fulfilling Lincoln Industries' Beliefs and Drivers
ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE:
Reports to: Branded Products Segment Manager
QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted for the expected levels of education and experience required.
Education and/or Experience:
Expected: Applicants must be currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree.
Preferred: Engineering Major
Communication Skills:
Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language.
Other Skills:
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Must have strong technical capabilities.
Must have excellent technical/business writing skills.
Candidates must be able to work both independently and, in a team, oriented environment.
Must be a self-starter and able to ask questions to complete assignments on-time and with attention to detail.
Work hours are flexible to accommodate class schedule.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
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Network Supply Planner
Eden Prairie, MN Job
Operations, Supply Chain
Who We Are
Since 1955, we have been on a mission To Passionately Feed Millions Daily with High Quality Food People Enjoy! We are a third-generation family-owned and professionally managed organization with a commitment to strategic growth. We continue to be successful because of talented people, just like you, who choose to join our family and call E.A. Sween home. We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, respectful, and rewarding culture where employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work each and every day. At E.A. Sween, our team members are seen, heard, and appreciated not just for what they do, but for who they are. We hope you'll join us!
What We're Seeking
A motivated and experienced Planner responsible for the end-to-end coordination of the production that is essential to our operations. In addition, this individual will have a strong aptitude to balance, service, cost effectiveness, and the movement of finished goods across our network. This individual will work closely with Planning to right-size inventory of materials. There will also be strong partnerships with the Plants and Contract Manufacturing and the rest of the Supply Chain, to manage all risks and opportunities. The position requires strong skills in analytics, negotiations, and vendor management.
Pay Grade Range for this role is $62,600.00 to $93,962.00
This role reports to the Head of Planning and is a primarily in-person role in our Twin Cities Corporate Headquarter location.
What You'll Do (Responsibilities)
Main Responsibilities:
· Ability to build and execute to a plan across Production locations to ensure a high level of Customer Service, at the best possible cost.
· Provide co-packers with production schedule and manage inventory.
· Developing and executing an inventory plan for products at Third-party Warehouses based on demand, actual orders, network lead times and available inventory.
· Create Key Performance Indicators that inform the organization of decision making.
· Create a Cross-functional team, and a process, to inform the business on key outlooks.
· Measure and communicate end to end KPIs for the Operations team.
Other areas of Focus:
Information Data Management
· Supports the management of materials and finished goods to address concerns of service and cost as identified.
· Participate in the analysis, investment in, and implementation of a Manufacturing Production System
Supply Data
· Active in MRP and Inventory management to ensure Supply is prepared to execute production plans.
Continuous Improvement
Drive customer and employee success by seeking opportunities for improvement.
Champion change management throughout the organization and drives continuous improvement throughout the organization using comprehensive risk assessment, clear goals and expectations, and a focus on data analysis to identify strategic opportunities for improvement.
Use the Spirit of EA Sween to guide decisions.
Leadership
Build strong relationships with key stakeholders including Operations, Continuous Improvement, Sales, R&D, Procurement, and Finance to ensure Logistics is partnering with these groups to add value to the organization and enhance business results.
Create a workplace climate that fosters respect, teamwork, open communication, and professional recognition.
Research & Development
· Collaborate and support new or revised product development execution to introduce new products and formulations.
· Communicate effectively with R&D, Production, Continuous Improvement, Quality, Marketing, Sales, and other departments to resolve issues and ensure smooth commercialization of new or revised products.
· Develop and maintain industry expertise in support of new and existing processes.
May travel to other facilities up 10% of the time.
What You'll Need (Qualifications)
· Bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent experience
· Minimum 3+ years of previous experience in Planning. Multi-site responsibility preferred.
Creative and self-motivated
Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all internal functions, external partners, customers, and suppliers, to achieve best in class solutions.
· Proven ability to meet deadlines, prioritize demands and solve problems creatively.
· Excellent communication skills with ability to interface with all levels of the organization, influence decision makers and set and manage expectations.
· Microsoft Office; Proficiency in programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
· Excellent oral and written communication skills, including writing and presentation creation.
Ability to implement a Risk Assessment program by Product, Customer and Supplier. Demonstrate proven results in identifying ways to mitigate risk within the Supply Chain
· Interest in and appreciation of a multi-cultural and multi-lingual environment with some communication barriers.
How You'll Find Success at EAS
· Value People Most of All:
Show respect & care, embrace diversity, and empower others.
Commit to Safety Everyday:
See something, say something, do something, practice safe behavior, and celebrate safety success.
· Invest in Our Company to Thrive:
Share ideas to improve, learn & grow, and embrace change.
· Think Before Doing and Act Decisively:
Make thoughtful decisions, work together to find solutions, and do what's right.
· Welcome Constructive Straight Talk:
Be honest and respectful even when difficult, be open to ideas and feedback, and ask questions to understand.
· Serve Up Exceptional Experiences:
Provide value to customers, take pride in your work, and help others to be successful.
· Enjoy What You Do!
Have a positive attitude, Live the Spirit of E.A. Sween, and celebrate success.
Maintenance Tech
Clinton, MN Job
The Maintenance Technician position is responsible for performing highly diversified duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment according to safety, predictive and productive maintenance systems and processes to support the achievement of the site's business goals and objectives.
Essential Functions
Perform maintenance related duties (mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic) to install and maintain food processing and production equipment.
Detect, troubleshoot, repair and identify root cause of plant and production equipment issues. (7)
Perform planned, unplanned and preventative repairs of all plant equipment in a Premier manner that contributes to the achievement of planned versus unplanned work order goals. (7)
Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required service.
Perform plant rounds in a highly professional manner always looking to identify any items that need further attention.
Keep assigned work orders current to seven days.
Maintain plant utility systems in such a manner that these systems do not cause any production downtime.
Safely operate the plant utility systems during shift (steam, air handling, ammonia, compressed air, electrical, water and sewer). (7)
Understand and adhere to all PSM requirements. (7)
Maintain training requirements to serve on the emergency response team.
Comply with all company safety rules and follow PPE requirements to achieve no injuries and no lost time accidents.
Maintain standard records pertaining to daily work requirements in a manner that makes them a reliable data source for safety, quality and regulatory requirements and audits.
Understand and adhere to all GMPs and food safety policies and procedures and perform all work in a manner that ensures the highest standard of food safety and quality.
Attend and/or complete required safety and quality training sessions by the assigned deadlines
Use tools, spare parts and supplies in responsible manner yielding maximum profitability for VQC while maintaining equipment and facility to the highest possible standard.
Ensure 100 percent accuracy when signing out spare parts and any other parts transactions.
Respond to all maintenance calls to production areas as a top priority to ensure production time is not lost.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Competencies
Technical Capacity
Problem Solving/Analysis
Communication Proficiency
Computer Skills
Time Management/Initiative
Supervisory Responsibility
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This job operates in a shop and plant environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. Exposed to extreme temperature variations. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.
Physical Demands
Please refer to the separate functional for this position.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position. This position works a 12-hour shift following an alternating schedule which includes weekends and holidays.
Travel
Less than 5% travel expected for this position.
Required Education, Experience & Certifications
High school diploma/GED. Associate degree in related technical field or equivalent number of years of maintenance experience. Proficiency in basic computer skills.
Preferred Education, Experience & Certifications
Knowledge of ammonia refrigeration. Welding experience. Bilingual in English/Spanish.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
Minimum age requirement is 18. Must possess or be able to obtain a valid and appropriate state driver's license prior to employment.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of responsibilities, duties or tasks that are required of the employee for this job. Responsibilities, duties and tasks may change at any time with or without notice.
Modified 4-1-2 Day Shift Rotation
5:00 am to 5:00 pm
LIVE RECEIVING SUPERVISOR - NIGHTS
Winona, MN Job
Pilgrim's is a leading global provider of high-quality food products, including well-recognized brands and value-added premium products. As one of the world's largest poultry producers, Pilgrim's has provided wholesome, quality products to customers and consumers for more than seven decades. It's our passion for excellence that continues to drive us to be the best, and we seek opportunities to diversify and grow.
Pilgrim's Arcadia Location
While Pilgrim's is a global company, we offer a hometown feel within our complex located in Arcadia, WI. Pilgrim's works with 150 local growers. We employ approximately 500 team members at our complex. We give you the tools you need to discover your perfect career match, and the freedom and support to take your career to the next level. It is our goal to be your employer of choice and provide you with the opportunity for a better future!
Pilgrim's wants YOU to join our Night Shift Leadership Team as a LIVE RECEIVING SUPERVISOR! Starting Salary is $55,000 -$60,000/year, based on education and experience. Join our Flock!
Benefits include:
10 Days of Vacation, after 60 days of employment
Benefits at 60 days of employment, 401K contributions on day 1 of employment
70% off quality Pilgrim's poultry products
Advancement opportunities
Better Futures Program - 2 Year Community College tuition paid for you or your dependents!
At Pilgrim's, Safety Is a Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Live Receiving Supervisor provides departmental direction and support, using coaching, motivation, and supervisory techniques, ensures that teams achieve specified levels of performance. The Live Receiving Supervisor continuously seeks process improvement through use of analysis of production methods and data as well as application of processing controls. The Live Receiving Supervisor is required to coordinate multiple processes and integrate process activities in a manner that achieves bottom line success and the mission of Pilgrim's. The Live Receiving Supervisor oversees safety, quality, training, retention, sanitation, budget, and productivity for employee teams under their supervision. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Hires, trains, coaches, and motivates employee team members to achieve their maximum quality and productivity performance. Facilitates and encourages employee involvement through crew meetings, safety teams, audits, problem solving, etc.
Directs and monitors the operations of the department. Makes recommendations and works to plan and implement process improvements.
Promotes department and company goodwill through proactive employee communication. Supports and promotes company position on union free status by maintaining open communication and feedback to employees.
Schedules people, materials, and equipment to most effectively and efficiently utilize departmental resources to achieve the mission of Pilgrim's. Determines work assignments and makes changes as necessary to accommodate staffing and production needs of the department.
Responsible for the performance evaluation process for the department. Prepares and issues performance evaluations and approves those prepared by process leaders for the department.
Is proactive in achieving standard or above standard results in yield, efficiency and quality while maintaining a safe work environment.
Supports problem solving teams and takes an active role on teams as needed.
Monitors equipment and quality checks to assure quality and productivity standards are maintained.
Promotes safe work habits through training, recognizing safety hazards, performing safety audits, and completing accident investigations.
Facilitates the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, and budget, ensuring that necessary records to track, monitor and explain any variances from budgeted goals are established. Promotes communication and understanding of departmental goals.
EXPECTATIONS: - all Team Members
Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies.
Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you work effectively and cooperatively with customers, clients, coworkers, and leadership teams.
Participates in process improvement and problem solving utilizing continuous improvement and rational thinking methodologies.
Recognizes and acts on incidents and safety risks. Consistently practices and enforces safe work habits and drives those habits throughout the organization.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
Observe & enforce all company personnel, quality, safety, and food safety policies.
Considerable knowledge of process operations and practices.
Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university preferred; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Considerable knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures
Strong ability to analyze and solve production problems.
Ability to lead and coach employees and projects.
Good English verbal and written communication skills, bi-lingual skills desired
Basic computer skills required (e-mail, time & attendance, etc.) and intermediate skills preferred (spreadsheet and word processing)
Conflict management skills
Good organizational skills
Knowledge of cultural issues
Good math aptitude
Basic mechanical knowledge
Ability to pass PFT Testing for respirator use.
Completes Lockout/Tagout training and is aware of requirements for Lockout/Tagout safety as well as the company safety programs and policies.
Valid Pilgrim's Pallet jack license or ability to obtain license within 30 days.
Class A CDL or ability to obtain within 6 months.
EOE, including disability/vets
Outside Sales Representative
Minneapolis, MN Job
Outside Sales Representative
Are you ready to make a difference?
Are you a hunter and solution-driven seller who loves the thrill of cultivating new business and delivering results? The Outside Sales Representative at Polymershapes will represent and sell the most extensive selection of trusted performance plastics brands, a solution-oriented strategy, and an unmatched commitment to our customers. Our most successful OSRs are quick learners, self-competitive, empathetic, and highly skilled at reading people and situations. If this sounds like you, this opportunity may be a great fit!
The successful candidate will:
Build and maintain strong customer relationships, loyalty, and retention through exceptional sales and service
Proactively develop customer and supplier relationships
Collaborate with Inside Sales Reps to drive new business growth throughout territory
Enter, update, and maintain CRM information on leads, prospects, and opportunities
Identify customer's buying trends and strategize a plan to further meet their needs
Thoroughly understand our value-proposition to meet client needs
Perform other duties as assigned
We are looking for passionate leaders who bring initiative and creativity while putting the customer at the center of all they do!
To join our Team, you'll need:
Strong business writing and verbal presentation skills including story telling in both formats
Positive and enthusiastic attitude with an eagerness to learn and grow
Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills
Ability to think and act independently within a fast-paced, dynamic environment
3 to 5 years of proven success in a B2B sales environment (client acquisition and business development)
Outstanding organizational, time management, and planning skills
Ambitious mindset with a documented success in exceeding sales goals and objectives
Understanding of and demonstrated ability to apply value pricing principles to optimize profitability
High level of honesty, integrity, and professionalism
High School Diploma or GED required
(Preferred) BA or BS Degree (Business, Sales, Marketing, etc.) or substantial equivalent business experience
(Preferred) Plastics/industrial distribution experience
(Preferred) Territory management experience
What you'll get:
Competitive base salary + bonus (profit sharing)
Car allowance
Cell phone allowance
Paid vacation, holidays, sick days, and personal business days
Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability)
401k + company match; 8% matched up to 4% (US employees)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid parental leave
Opportunity for growth
Who are we?
Polymershapes is the leading distributor of plastic sheet, rod, tube, film, and associated products with over 75 years of industry-leading heritage. Through our network of 80+ stocking facilities located throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, and Chile, we provide thousands of diverse customers and industries access to extensive local inventory from world-class supplier partners.
We have plastic distribution's most knowledgeable and highly trained sales and customer service team. We offer expert conversion capabilities including cut-to-size sheets, film reel conversion, and CNC routing and machining. We consistently deliver innovative solutions to our customers because at Polymershapes, You're the Center of All We Do!
What makes Polymershapes a great place to work?
We invest in YOU. Our team is dedicated to supporting new members as we expand. We have a broad mix of experience levels and tenures and therefore aspire to build an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects based on what will help each team member develop into a better-rounded professional, enabling them to take on tasks that are more complex in the future.
Exposure to sales and executive leadership
Protected territories that are assigned exclusively to you
Ongoing qualified leads
Defined career paths that promote growth and advancement
“Everyone is truly working as a team and it makes things more efficient and provides a higher level of customer service that sets us significantly above our competition. The company has great benefits and is genuinely supportive of and encourages personal and professional development.”
-Olivia Koperek | Outside Sales Representative, Providence
Mac Tools Route Sales/Outside Sales Distributor - Full Training
Offutt Air Force Base, NE Job
Invest in Your Success with Mac Tools
Are you ready to be your own boss and build a thriving business? Mac Tools offers a unique opportunity to own and operate a successful franchise. With a strong credit profile and the right financial foundation, you can unlock the potential to achieve financial independence and a fulfilling lifestyle.
As a Mac Tools franchisee, you will enjoy the freedom and flexibility of running your own business without the overwhelming burdens of startup. Mac Tools offers a family-oriented culture; supported by Stanley Black and Decker - the largest tool company in the world - giving you the best of both worlds.
Key Benefits of Mac Tools Franchise Ownership
Exclusive Territory: Build a loyal customer base in your protected territory. Mac Tools currently has over 1,250 existing franchisees with opportunities available in all fifty states, including Puerto Rico and across Canada.
Proven Business Model: Benefit from an award-winning system that has earned accolades including Fastest Growing Franchise, Top 100 Franchise, Franchise 500, and more.
World-Class Training: Gain the skills and knowledge you need to succeed via classroom and field-based sales training at our headquarters.
Ongoing Support: Receive continuous guidance and assistance, including national marketing support with motorsports branding, sales flyers, videos, etc.
Strong Brand Recognition: Leverage the brand power of Mac Tools and Stanley Black and Decker - the largest and fastest growing tool company in the world.
Financial Flexibility: Explore various financing options to fit your needs.
Financial Requirements
To qualify for a Mac Tools franchise, a strong credit profile and an initial down payment are essential. Your financial strength is a key factor in our franchise approval process, and we have lower start-up costs than many other franchise opportunities with a variety of financing options.
Our Veterans Program offers vets or their spouse credits of up to $25,000 towards inventory purchases.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Are you a qualified entrepreneur ready to invest in and operate a Mac Tools franchise?
Complete our quick mobile application to start your journey towards financial independence.
Our team can get you scheduled for one of our free Discovery Days, providing the opportunity to meet current Franchisees and experience the business first-hand.
Mac Tools , a division of Stanley Black & Decker Inc.
5195 Blazer Parkway
Dublin, Ohio 43017
Sr. Procurement Manager - Equipment Mexico Sourcing Program Lead
Saint Paul, MN Job
As a Senior Procurement Manager - Low Cost Market Sourcing Program Lead on the Global Procurement Team, you will have the opportunity to lead and manage sourcing execution, cross functional collaboration, security of supply and continuous improvement for over $100M of Equipment spend. You will partner closely with the global sourcing, supply chain, marketing and research & development teams to implement procurement strategies, drive year over year cost reduction, enable growth opportunities, mitigate supply risk, and increase operational efficiency. This take-charge leader will drive transformation for how raw materials are sourced, handled and used in Ecolab's operations.
A proven track record of strong leadership, business acumen, influencing skills and an outstanding ability to drive results are essential.
Position open to working out of our office location in St. Paul, MN while following Ecolab's hybrid work model of 3 days in office/ 2 days remote - This person will be traveling to Mexico 1 week per month
Why Join Us:
If you are a passionate professional seeking opportunity, advancement, and a rewarding career, we invite you to apply. This is a great opportunity to join a highly recognized global growth company offering competitive compensation and benefits in addition to career development.
What You Will Do:
Promoting the highest standards of safety, diversity, inclusion & ethical practice in the organization.
Identify, develop, and implement regional sourcing strategies to reduce total delivered cost, mitigate headwinds and improve security of supply.
Partner with procurement peers around the world to understand & align on global sourcing strategies, and drive implementation across the regional supply chain team.
Develop relationships and leverage market intelligence & digital tools to influence internal and external stakeholders, and optimize lowest Total Delivered Cost (TDC).
Create and implement best practice procurement vision, strategy, policies, processes, and procedures to aid and improve business performance.
Ensure that purchasing strategies and processes are in place to deliver optimized costs while meeting business objectives and operational needs.
Support sustainability and environmental strategies that impact future ways of operating.
Maintain a close working relationship with supply chain, operations business leaders and R&D leadership teams to support their strategic growth objectives, and identify & implement cost-savings and efficiency opportunities for gross margin improvement.
Lead, coach and mentor one or more procurement representatives.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum 8 years of work experience, with 5 years of procurement experience (direct and indirect) and 3 years leading teams
Strong leadership, influencing and collaboration skills.
Aptitude in decision-making and working with numbers.
Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
Bachelor's degree in purchasing, engineering, chemistry, supply chain management, business administration or related field.
Immigration Sponsorship is not offered for this role
You will ENJOY and OUTPERFORM in this role if you:
Enjoy striving to do your best and are never satisfied.
Have the tenacity to see things through.
Are comfortable creating and navigating healthy tension to drive differentiated results.
Have a natural curiosity and are excited & enthused by new possibilities, including leveraging digital tools and artificial intelligence (AI).
Have the ambition to develop new skills and take on new responsibilities
Annual or Hourly Compensation Range
The base salary range for this position is $130,100.00 - $195,100.00. This position is eligible for annual bonus pay based on performance, per plan terms. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.
Benefits
Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Click here to see our benefits.
If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.
Potential Customer Requirements Notice
To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:
- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.
In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.
Quality Inspector I
Little Falls, MN Job
SUMMARY: Assists in the implementation of procedures for quality assurance test and measurement programs. Conducts tests and inspections of a moderately complex nature.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Other duties may be assigned.
Assists in devising, revising, and implementing methods and procedures for inspecting, testing, and evaluating components and finished products.
Maintains test and measurement equipment in proper calibration.
Verifies specified requirements of samples by using micrometer, optical components, resistance meters, calipers, scales, microscopes and other equipment as required.
Assists with qualification and testing programs by performing functional testing as directed by applicable specifications.
Performs statistical analysis to assess costs, disposition, and propose corrective actions for non-conforming materials.
Updates and distributes results of the quality reporting system.
Maintains records concerning the processing of customer returns and corrective action correspondence.
Trains and provides assistance to product inspectors.
Performs special testing functions.
Applies and maintains quality standards by use of internal facility audits.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Requires knowledge typically acquired through:
Completion of a High school diploma or general education degree (GED),
One to three years of related experience or training; and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, blue prints, wiring diagrams, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, talk, hear, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, and controls, and reach with arms and hands. The employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Individuals performing incoming and final inspection must meet minimum standards in at least one eye, corrected or uncorrected, of average or normal on a one time only color vision test and 20/25 on a 12 month near vision test.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
MN STATE POSTING REQUIREMENTSSALARY RANGE: $16/HR - $27/HR (depends on level of experience I, II, or III) BENEFITS DESCRIPTION
Competitive wages for all team members paid weekly
Eligible contributions to 401K at date of hire
401K Roth Contributions & After-Tax Contributions
Paid Vacation, Holidays, and 1 additional Personal Day (Accrue at date of hire)
Bonus Day(s) awarded annually based on company performance
Paid Parental Leave
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
Flexible and Health Savings Accounts
Professional Development & Training
Tuition Assistance
Company sponsored Life Insurance , Short-Term & Long -Term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Bonus Program
[Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability/Vet]
This job may require applicant to conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Current Products Engineer
Minnetonka, MN Job
In this role, you will be responsible for supporting existing products in water treatment markets sold in retail, commercial, and e-commerce channels. Specifically, these activities in this position include product enhancements and additions, cost improvements, identifying potential alternate sources, and investigation of quality concerns. In addition, the design and development of new products is an element of this role.
Essential Functions:
Perform recurring engineering activities on existing products as needed and work cross functionally to solve problems.
Identify cost savings or multi-sourcing opportunities. Support development of these work plans, including work breakdown structures, cost estimates, and schedules. Drive implementation of approved plans.
Assist the integration of new and revised products into manufacturing.
Initiate and execute engineering change orders, including CAD model/drawing creation and modification.
Monitor active engineering change orders and coordinate completion with inter-department resources.
Respond to design related CAPAs (Corrective Actions and Preventive Actions)
Assist in the development of new product designs and testing.
Review FAIRs and approve tools
Assist with quality surveillance audits.
Communicate and report project status to supervisor
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or scientific discipline such as Chemical, Materials or Mechanical Engineering.
5+ years engineering experience related to Product Design.
The ability to see and respond to dangerous situations
The ability to lift 20 pounds
The ability to climb in and out of spas
The ability to work in a fast-paced, small team environment under minimal supervision to accomplish planned goals as well as address unplanned product issues.
Ability to travel up to10%
Embrace and foster company values of Integrity, Excellence, People Chemistry, Golden Rule, Courage and Servant-Leadership.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with engineering testing, tool qualification, and product validation.
Knowledgeable in the design and methods used to produce injection molded, blow molded, printed, and machined components.
Exhibit the application of independent engineering judgment, theories, and first principles to concept and product development.
Pool, water processing, filtration, pumping, chemical dilution, or other fluid processing knowledge desirable.
Experience managing product development and improvement projects in a cross-functional environment and meet time, quality, and cost goals.
Experience providing customer support in a technical capacity.
Exhibit the ability to interface with suppliers to identify and implement new processes, approve tools, review designs, and improve or address quality issues.
Proficient in communication with technical and non-technical audiences via e-mail, presentations, application notes, FAQ's, test procedures, reports, and engineering specifications.
Moderately proficient in the use of common hand and power tools necessary to build and modify prototypes and fixtures.
Proficient with SolidWorks (preferred) or other 3D CAD software and MS Office suite.
Brand Manager, Pura
Minneapolis, MN Job
**Remote Consideration will also be given to applicants in MS, MN, CT, MA, IL, TX, TN, GA, FL, KY and OH only!**
The Brand Manager, Pura, is responsible for supporting and growing CURiO Brands' partnership with Pura. This role will manage the day-to-day relationship, drive business growth, and partner on the execution of sales and marketing plans. The Brand Manager will ensure alignment between CURiO and Pura's strategic objectives, fostering a strong, collaborative relationship that maximizes brand visibility, distribution, and profitability.
Work Responsibilities:
Business & Partnership Management
Primary Point of Contact - Serve as the main liaison between CURiO Brands and Pura, ensuring seamless communication and alignment on priorities.
Contract & Agreement Oversight - Ensure all contractual obligations, timelines, and deliverables are met while maintaining a strong working relationship.
Joint Business Planning - Support and execute joint marketing and sales strategies that align with both companies' goals.
Performance Metrics & Reporting - Track key performance indicators (KPIs), analyze sales and marketing effectiveness, and provide insights to optimize the partnership.
Competitive Benchmarking - Monitor competitive activity within the partner's platform to adjust strategy and stay ahead of trends.
Revenue & Margin Optimization - Monitor sales performance, track profitability, and recommend pricing or promotional adjustments as needed.
Financial Reporting & Reconciliation - Manage invoicing, payments, and financial tracking to ensure smooth transactions between CURiO and Pura.
Scalability & Long-Term Growth - Develop strategies to deepen the CURiO-Pura partnership and position the brand for sustained success.
Operational Coordination
Forecasting & Demand Planning - Work with supply chain and sales teams to align inventory needs, prevent stockouts, and optimize fulfillment.
Product Assortment & Innovation - Collaborate on product selection, exclusives, or co-branded offerings that enhance the partnership.
Customer Experience Alignment - Ensure brand representation on the partner's platform is consistent and engaging, including product descriptions, imagery, and promotions and ensure their representation on our platforms conform to their brand guidelines, to drive brand awareness and demand.
Issue Resolution & Problem-Solving - Address challenges, troubleshoot roadblocks, and proactively identify solutions to maintain a smooth partnership.
Communication, Collateral, PR & Launch Execution
Regular Business Reviews - Conduct ongoing meetings with Pura to review performance metrics, share insights, and refine strategies and produce reporting to keep CURiO leadership updated.
Product Launches- Support the execution of new product launches, including coordination with New Product Innovation team and Pura.
Joint Campaign Planning - Align CURiO and Pura marketing calendars to maximize exposure during key promotional periods (e.g., seasonal launches, holiday campaigns).
Compliance Oversight - Oversee marketing materials, including digital content, packaging, and promotional assets, to align with both Thymes / Capri Blue and Pura brand guidelines.
Leadership:
Supports CURiO Cornerstones and strives for individual and functional leadership by using cornerstone behaviors in the workplace and in daily decision making.
Engages in a strong team atmosphere and positive team culture, fostering collaboration across the organization and ensure teams are working cross-functionally to meet CURiO goals.
Actively participate in and lead by example through all change management initiatives, including proactive communication and support of company initiatives, programs, and policies.
General Responsibilities:
Maintain a thorough understanding of CURiO and Pura's business objectives, ensuring all initiatives support overarching company goals.
Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and innovations in fragrance and home fragrance marketing.
Manage time effectively to meet deadlines and business objectives.
Uphold CURiO's brand integrity and standards in all marketing and partnership efforts.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
Minimum of five years of consumer marketing or packaged goods experience.
Experience managing partnerships, strategic collaborations, or third-party retail platforms.
Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize.
Computer and Software Proficiency:
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint.
Core Competencies:
Demonstrated success in marketing a consumer brand, preferably within the home fragrance or personal care industry.
Strong ability to manage relationships and collaborate with external partners.
Experience working in an omnichannel environment, including Direct-to-Consumer and retail partnerships.
Ability to analyze sales data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present effectively to internal and external stakeholders.
Highly organized with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
A proactive, self-starter mindset with a drive for results and continuous improvement.
Ability to protect company proprietary and confidential information.
Position requires extended work hours as necessary to meet deadlines. Performs other work as assigned.
Travel Requirement: Less than 10%
Hybrid Working Environment and Physical Demands:
General office or home office environment: Works at a desk in a well-lit, air-conditioned cubicle/office/home office, with moderate noise levels.
Ability to sit for hours at a time, viewing computer monitor on a constant basis. Some walking and standing relative to interaction with other personnel.
Occasionally required to lift and/or move items weighing 10 - 15 pounds.
When in a facility, occasional exposure to dusty and fragrant conditions, varying temperature levels, work near moving mechanical parts, and high noise environments is possible.
** Note: This job description does not restrict CURiO's right to assign or reassign duties or responsibilities to this job at any time. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. It does not alter the "at will" employment relationship between the company and the employee.
Project Controls Coordinator
Duluth, MN Job
Employment Type: Contract (through 02/23/2026, with high possibility of extension)
Work Schedule: Hybrid (Onsite Monday, Tuesday, Thursday)
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Project Invoicing & Cost Analyst to join our team. This position is responsible for handling a large portfolio of projects, focusing on contract management, purchase orders, and invoice processing to ensure timely payments. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of cost management systems and financial project tracking.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a diverse portfolio of projects across multiple sectors.
Oversee contracts, purchase orders, and revisions.
Ensure invoices are processed and paid on time.
Collaborate with internal teams to support cost management and financial tracking.
Utilize Oracle Cost Management for financial reporting and analysis.
Work with Primavera for project scheduling and management (training available if needed).
Provide support for project-related financial and administrative tasks.
Qualifications & Skills:
Entry-level candidates welcome; recent graduates with relevant internship experience are encouraged to apply.
Experience with Oracle is preferred.
Familiarity with Primavera is a plus (training provided).
Bachelor's degree preferred; however, candidates with an Associate's degree and relevant professional experience will be considered.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
International Buyer
Brooklyn Park, MN Job
Join our dynamic team at Carlson AirFlo as a key contributor!
The primary responsibilities of this role is to build supplier relationships, manage commodities, and monitor the supply base, with a heavy emphasis on order analysis, cost control, delivery performance and supplier quality. It is important for this role to identify and implement solutions in support of the company's delivery, quality, and financial objectives.
Major Responsibilities:
· Able to prioritize a dynamic workload, shift quickly between tasks, and take assertive action daily on critical need items for assigned responsibilities diligently and effectively.
· Ensure timely, accurate, and deliberate actions are taken, as appropriate, to accomplish on-time delivery of material and equipment at a cost savings.
· Build vendor relationships and manage vendor performance.
· Willing and able to travel up to 10% annually, domestically, and internationally, as required.
· Maintain an acute level of detail to ensure that pricing, lead times, minimum order quantities, and safety stock are accurate.
· Support the Purchasing Manager on operational projects as required.
· Execute and manage purchase orders through a cradle-to-grave procurement life cycle.
· Utilize effective negotiation strategy and techniques to maintain low cost and preserve margin.
· Understand and manage supply and demand to meet on-time deliveries in support of lean inventory initiatives.
· Communicate with various levels across departments including sales, planning, engineering, shipping/receiving, and production.
· Utilize various work tools such as MRP system and data gathering tools to ensure that PO confirmation, delivery dates, and NCR details are accurately captured and maintained.
· Expedite and assist in resolving receiving and invoice payment issues.
· Engage with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve product non-conformance reports (NCR's)
· Assist other team members with procurement related activities as assigned.
· Ensure compliance with standard policies, procedures, internal audit, and quality management processes.
· Ability to translate data into strategic recommendations.
KEY BEHAVIORS AND EXPECTATIONS:
Customer Focus Understands the needs of our customers and how to make them consistently satisfied; Looks to bring new ideas, products and always provides solutions to customer problems; Responds quickly to customer requests and addresses inquiries with urgency; Delivers high quality work product on time every time without exception.
Problem Solving & Decision Making Analyzes issues to get to root cause and breaks down a problem into areas for resolution; Generates alternative solutions; Makes fact-based decisions in a timely manner and communicates to all stakeholders.
Communication / Interpersonal Skills Clear communications; Professional in interactions; Listens wells, is respectful of others and can adapt well to changing circumstances; Keeps supervisor and direct reports informed of key issues and relevant decisions.
Positive Energy Makes the workplace enjoyable and a place that others want to be a part of; Creates supportive and welcoming environment and is approachable to others; Assumes positive intent of others when approaching questions or conflict resolution.
Leadership & Talent Development Provides clarity of vision, strategy, and sets priorities for execution; Possesses business acumen, strategic thinking and financial understanding; Conveys enthusiasm and consistently develops talent for the future.
Qualifications:
· BA in Materials Management, Supply Chain Management or a similar educational experience; or 15 years of international purchasing experience.
· Minimum of 10 years of experience required in an international purchasing, inventory management, or planning role; previous metal, plastics and custom fabrications experience required; experience purchasing from foundries or raw material suppliers preferred.
· Supply Chain Certifications, such as CSCP, CPIM, or CPP, are preferred.
· Experience with international purchasing and freight processing which would include a high emphasis managing tariff classification, harmonized tariff, COC and COO for products.
· Ability to read and understand blueprints and engineering specifications required.
· Previous experience with international sourcing is preferred.
· Previous experience in planning, forecasting, and setting inventory order controls is preferred.
· An independent self-starter with excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, and problem-solving skills.
· The ability to prioritize in a multi-tasking environment.
· Must be able to communicate with all levels of management.
· Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
· Excellent analytical skills.
· Advanced use of Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system; Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience strongly desired.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, hear and use hands and fingers to handle, touch or manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee may occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.
WORK ENVIRIONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable a may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position is an office-based position. This position will occasionally need to be in a manufacturing and warehouse environment which may cause them to work near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
This is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform in the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities and additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. Nothing in this restricts the Company's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Employment is at-will, and nothing contained in this job description is intended to create or imply a contractual relationship or alter the at-will status of the employee. The employee will also be required to follow all company policies and procedures.
We are committed to providing salary ranges for open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on applicant's experience, qualifications, location and internal equity considerations.
The salary range for this position is noted in the posting. This range reflects the base salary for this role. There are other benefits associated with this position that are also listed with this posting.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Advanced Diesel Technician
Syracuse, NE Job
Advanced Diesel Technician Employee Status: Full-time KanEquip is a leader and trusted partner in providing quality products, support and innovative solutions to Ag producers in the Mid-West. We employee a team of qualified, skilled and professional experts to support the amazing products that we offer. With 14 locations in Kansas and Nebraska, KanEquip is the preferred Case-IH and New Holland dealership that operates with integrity, financial strength, quality and teamwork.
Our Syracuse, Nebraska location has an immediate opening for a full-time Advanced Diesel Technician to efficiently diagnose, service and repair various types of agriculture and construction equipment.
The ideal Advanced Diesel Technician has…
7-9+ years of experience as a diesel technician/mechanic, preference given to agriculture and construction equipment.
Skills and knowledge to efficiently complete full services on a majority of agricultural and construction equipment.
Appropriate toolset to diagnose and repair agricultural and construction equipment as well as heavy equipment.
Advanced understanding and application in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
Acceptable Motor Vehicle status, with current driver's license, and ability to operate motor vehicle
Satisfactory results of a pre-employment drug screening
The Advanced Diesel Technician will contribute to our team by: (Duties and Responsibilities)
Diagnosing & Repairing: Use your skills to identify failures and confirm repairs with equipment and recommend service for continued equipment reliability.
Analyzing & Confirming: Complete and check electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and diesel repairs on equipment to customer satisfaction.
Meeting and Exceeding: Perform quality service work and attain collectable efficiency, billable efficiency, labor sales, and rework goals.
Documenting and Submitting: Complete work order and forms for service operations in a timely and accurate manner.
Collaborating & Communicating: Consistently focusing on how we all succeed and seek ways to communicate, work together, to generate expected results.
Being Safe & Train: Maintain a clean and safe working environment and continually improve and learn in ways that strengthen our performance and expand opportunities.
If you have/can: (Skills and Experience)
Exceed expected service goals (Labor Sales, Billing Efficiency, Collectible Efficiency, Rework)
Comprehend and interpret technical service manuals and schematics.
Consistent trouble shooting skills in electrical and hydraulic systems.
Operate vehicles and equipment safely in the service shop and in the field.
Ability to work seasonally extended hours during the week or weekends.
Ability to lift 75 pounds as required without assistance.
You will earn/be eligible for…
Competitive hourly wage based on experience, skills and knowledge
Overtime starting at 40 Hours
Performance bonus based on billable efficiency
$3000 sign-on bonus for qualifying candidates
Annual company and location bonuses
Medical/Dental/ Vision Coverage
Health Savings Plan
Life and Disability Insurances
AFLAC
Flexible Spending Account
401K Match and Profit Sharing
96 hours of accrued PTO
32 hours of Holiday PTO
Six (6) Paid Holidays
Bereavement Pay
Wellness Plan
Company Uniforms
Sales Operations Specialist
Dassel, MN Job
Are you analytical? Enjoy providing technical support to others? Collaborate easily with other teams within your company? Do you have experience with HubSpot, CRM and ERP systems? This may be a job for you!
The Sales Operations Specialist will provide operational support to the sales and service teams through business management tools. This position will assist in customizations and integrations of systems to support all stages of the sales cycle. They will act as the liaison between the sales, marketing, and IT departments. They will maintain effective communications with executives and managers across the company to ensure proper sensitivity to the needs of the sales and service department and provide outstanding customer support to internal and external customers. The Sales Operations Specialist is responsible for developing research that will increase our understanding of opportunities identified in our BI analytics tool.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist the sales and service organization in processing software, professional services and support opportunities, and project management.
Develop and champion workflow processes associated with sales, marketing, and service.
Assist in architecting customizations for business management tools.
Recommend best practices to the sales and service team around business management systems use.
Support and maintain FCC process.
Coordinate the requirements and oversee the development of sales and service reporting within the business management tools.
Maintain information flow between the systems to ensure that information is being captured efficiently.
Participate in training sales and service personnel in business management tools.
Provide back up for inbound sales administrative duties.
Champion special projects in both sales and marketing, as needed.
Research firms to identify contacts and process for getting specified.
Analyze firm information with a focus on architects, electrical engineers and contractors.
Identify top firms participating in public construction projects and look at pre-bid, bid and post bidding data and share pertinent information with the sales team.
Serve as the resident expert in our business intelligence tool to determine products specified and study competitive landscape.
Provide the outside sales team with customer and prospect information for regional trips in relation to the competition, firm affiliations, and historical specification data via the bid construction projects and BI analytics tools.
Competencies/Skills Required
Ability and willingness to be part of a team, which includes working together cohesively towards a common goal, creating a positive work atmosphere and supporting each other to combine individual strengths to enhance team performance.
Speak and write clearly and articulately. Maintains this standard in all forms of written communication, including e-mail.
Knowledge of system workflow processes and procedures.
Takes initiative accomplishing multiple projects and details simultaneously.
Ability to analyze data to determine if there is value to it.
Ability to maintain confidentiality both within and outside of the company.
Ability to readily isolate, evaluate and solve problems with sound judgment.
Good organizational/follow-through aptitude.
Must be committed to accuracy, strong attention to detail.
Ability and discipline to follow all company policies including safety policies and procedures.
Efficient computer skills in HubSpot, American Time Website, CRM & ERP systems.
Ability and discipline to follow all company policies including safety policies and procedures.
Process Quality Engineer
Bloomington, MN Job
FMS Corporation is a precision manufacturer of high-performance sintered metal components. The company serves various industries, including off-road vehicles and aerospace. FMS offers design assistance and production capabilities such as in-house tool design, compaction, sintering, CNC machining, and more.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site role located in Bloomington, MN for a Process Quality Engineer at FMS Corporation. The Process Quality Engineer will be responsible for developing and supporting our production processes and work extensively in implementing lean concepts and quality systems.
Qualifications
Quality Control and Quality Assurance skills
Knowledge of SPC and SPC systems
Minimum of 5 years inspection experience or equivalent
Ability to lead and participate with a cross-functional team
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
Project Manager
Norfolk, NE Job
Senior Project Manager
We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead multiple construction projects from inception to completion. In this role, you will oversee project teams, ensuring efficient management of resources, schedules, and budgets while upholding the highest quality and safety standards. Your leadership and expertise will be critical in delivering successful projects and maintaining strong client relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of multiple construction projects.
Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
Lead cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration and accountability.
Identify and address project challenges, implementing effective solutions.
Maintain clear communication with clients, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
Ensure all projects adhere to industry regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
Utilize project management tools and software to track progress and performance.
Requirements:
5-10+ years of experience in construction project management.
Strong knowledge of commercial and/or industrial construction practices.
Proven leadership and problem-solving skills to navigate complex project challenges.
Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and stakeholder communication effectively.
Proficiency in project management software and tools.
Fleet Maintenance Manager
Saint Louis Park, MN Job
We are currently seeking a Fleet Maintenance Manager based at our headquarters office in St. Louis Park, MN. In this role, you will oversee fleet operations and associated fiscal activities for 6 fluid dairy plans across the upper Midwest. This position assists in the administration of an annual maintenance budget and annual capital purchases. The successful applicant will have an extensive background in fleet asset maintenance and standard processes related to maintenance repairs, vendor selection, and compliance with national account programs and supplier agreements.In addition, the ability to lead teams and/or projects across multiple locations, access and analyze data, drive process standardization and improvement, drive accountability for quality repairs, develop budgets, and achieve financial targets are essential in this role.
Kemps is a farmer-owned brand of Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a dairy marketing cooperative owned by more than 12,500 family farmers. Since 1914, Kemps has provided families with fresh, delicious dairy products, fresh milk, frozen yogurt, sour cream, cottage cheese, and frozen novelty treats. By joining Kemps, you can help us continue to make a difference that matters. We care deeply about the well-being of our neighbors and friends, and we celebrate the diversity of our company and our world. It takes an incredible team to deliver the goodness of dairy and enrich our communities - come join us!
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Work in collaboration with each location's distribution manager and distribution supervisors supporting the business unit to include fleet maintenance, route efficiencies/optimization, and overall distribution operating processes and procedures.
Lead the fleet maintenance functions for multiple locations, including vendor oversight and 3rd party maintenance provider relationships.
Establish and track preventative maintenance schedules, utilization standards, and other key metrics/goals for all fleet assets at all assigned locations.
Ensure timely and accurate completion of reporting requirements, variance analysis, and forecasts.
Participate in the development of the division's annual operating budget, capital plans and productivity initiatives.
Ensure data integrity in the fleet management system and that diagnostic tools are utilized effectively.
Lead the root cause analysis for breakdowns and work collaboratively to implement corrective action.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory governing bodies including documentation requirements - FMSCA, Federal DOT, state, and local laws.
Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree or some college in diesel mechanics preferred.
A minimum of 5 years of progressive work experience in fleet maintenance of over-the-road and refrigerated transport equipment.
A minimum of 2 years' experience at the supervisory or management level.
Ability to travel up to 50% (to observe and audit vehicle performance and maintenance programs in remote locations).
Demonstrated work experience in the following:
Accurate record keeping, inventory control, and parts acquisition.
Research and cost reporting procedures.
Use of automated equipment maintenance systems in generating work orders, parts utilization reports, and labor productivity.
Successful negotiation and ongoing management of contract fleet maintenance agreements and outside vendors (i.e., body shops).
Performing audits of vehicle maintenance and safety by performing hands-on vehicle and record inspections.
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification preferred.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel, Word & PowerPoint.
Skilled in organization, time management, prioritization, and attention to detail.
Benefits:
Comprehensive Benefits Package available 1st of the month after start date
401(k) with company contribution
Competitive pay
Paid vacation and holidays
Career growth opportunities - we promote from within!
Service recognition and employee rewards
Employee referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Work for dairy farm families
Product Designer
Minneapolis, MN Job
**Please include a link to your portfolio along with your resume**
The Product Designer is a passionate creative who is responsible for developing products and packaging for CURiO Brands that are innovative, beautiful, safe, and sellable to end consumers. They have a strong artist hand and are confident in illustration, painting, and other traditional mediums. The Product Designer would have the opportunity to work on CURiO's exciting brands CapriBlue, Thymes, Otherland, as well as custom work for brands such as Anthropologie and Nordstrom.
The Product Designer will leverage their unique talents, such as illustration and surface design, to create and source custom vessels (glass, metal, and ceramic) and secondary packaging (paper boxes, tubes, bags, labels, hangtags). They will collaborate across CURiO's departments, working closely with: Project Management, Brand, R&D, Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Marketing.
Work Responsibilities:
Design & Concept: Translates creative requirements from concept through execution using a unique combination of creative and analytical talents.
Collaborates with Art Director, Product Design team and Brand to research and concept new product ideas.
Develops mood boards for new product collections and product formats.
Pushes creative boundaries to drive great design and strong innovation.
Proactively researches market trends and innovation opportunities.
Works with vendors to source and develop new techniques and manufacturing capabilities.
Prepares creative presentations and presents concepts to internal brand team and external customers.
Demonstrates systematic approach in designs for varying structures, materials, sizes and product types.
Brand steward, keen eye for detail, refines designs across selected product assortment.
Creates 3D renderings, recommends dimensions, and determines materials for product and packaging.
Communicates with domestic and international vendors to achieve design intent, construction, safety, and usability goals. Contributes problem-solving ideas throughout the development process.
Participates in the approval of prototype samples for style details, construction, safety, and usability. Organizes and labels incoming samples and approved counters.
Attends weekly Design & Innovation status meetings and other meetings as needed.
Works closely with Brand, Project Management, Engineering, R&D, Purchasing, Quality, Production, Finance, and Sales to ensure development is on track to meet project goals, design intent and timeline.
Develops constructive and collaborative working relationships with vendors, colleagues, and others, maintaining them over time to produce successful results for the design team.
Requests price quotes and works with vendors to ensure target costs are achieved.
Works closely with Project Management team and Cost Analyst on costing exercises. Contributes to product cost discussions, providing insights and ideas on how to cost engineer new developments to meet cost objectives.
Works with production artist for execution of final printable files.
Works closely with external vendors, helping to build strong partnerships.
Works closely with print vendors to develop structures, reviews proofs for color/ detail accuracy and attends press checks as needed. Color advocate for the brand standards.
Cuts and mock-ups packaging/ product samples to support marketing team with photoshoot and sample needs.
Provides design specifics and photos of development samples for specification documents.
General Responsibilities:
Supports CURiO Cornerstones and strives for individual leadership by using cornerstone behaviors in the workplace and in daily decision making.
Follows all policies and procedures of the company. Works cooperatively with all departments, maintaining a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that promotes cooperation with co-workers, supervisors, and managers.
Actively seek individual development through taking advantage of opportunities for skill enhancement.
Keep up to date with the latest best practices, trends, concepts, and regulations in the specific job area.
Manage time effectively, meet personal goals and work effectively with other members of the team to meet CURiO goals.
Follows all safety guidelines and polices. Makes supervisor/manager immediately aware of any observed safety issue. Keeps work area clean, safe, and organized.
Position requires extended work hours as necessary to meet seasonal deadlines. Performs other work as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor of Fine Arts degree; emphasis in graphic or industrial design or equivalent work experience
Two years' experience in product or packaging development or design
Computer and/or software qualifications:
Basic level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook
Intermediate level of proficiency in design software; Adobe CS (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
Preferred Qualifications:
Surface design and illustration skills
3D printer experience
Core Competencies:
Brings passion for the creative work and brand storytelling
Committed to development strong ideas and excellent execution
Ability to work collaboratively with team members and across multiple departments, managing a large volume of projects simultaneously
Knowledge of design techniques, ability to think creatively, with an eye for color and design
Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail, well organized, and systematic in working
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to present concepts and ideas with exceptional presentation and writing skills
Excellent initiative and follow-through
Ability to build and maintain relationships with business partners
Self-Driven, able to work independently
Travel Requirement: Less than 5%
Hybrid Working Environment and Physical Demands:
General office or home office environment: Works at a desk in a well-lit, air-conditioned cubicle/office/home office, with moderate noise levels.
Ability to sit for hours at a time, viewing computer monitor on a constant basis. Some walking and standing relative to interaction with other personnel.
Occasionally required to lift and/or move items weighing 10 - 15 pounds.
When in a facility, occasional exposure to dusty and fragrant conditions, varying temperature levels, work near moving mechanical parts, and high noise environments is possible.
Requires in-office visits weekly for such tasks as: sample unpacking, sample review, organization needs, shipping, in-person meetings.
Youth Welding Apprentice
Lincoln, NE Job
Opportunity to train and become a production welder in Kawasaki Lincoln consumer plant (limited positions available). Applicants must be between 16 and 18 years of age. 1st shift (6:45a.m.-2:55 p.m) or 2nd shift (2:45 p.m.-10:55 p.m.) Starting wage $19.31/hour, increases to $23.00/hour upon successful completion of training.
Must be able to work late May until early August.
Onsite welding demonstration is required.
Supplier Quality Technician
Lincoln Industries Job In Lincoln, NE
at Lincoln Industries
Drives quality improvements back to our suppliers. A Supplier Quality Technician (SQT) identifies and drives quality and cost improvements with Lincoln Industries' strategic suppliers. A SQT works in a fast paced, multi-tasked environment while interacting with a cross-functional team. The SQT is expected to develop good working relationship with LI's people and suppliers.
WAGE TYPE: Hourly. FLSA Exemption: Administrative Exemption.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Perform cosmetic and dimensional inspection on parts.
• Accurately transact products in the ERP system (Navision).
• Quarantine and sort through non-conforming material as needed.
• Generate supplier RMA requests for non-conforming material.
• Provide feedback to the team.
• Effectively communicate using e-mail and telephone.
• Conduct transactions in the Enterprise Resource Planning System (Navision).
• Support elements of Root Cause Analyses and Corrective Action process.
• Proper disposal of waste such as recyclables, standard waste, hazardous waste, etc. is expected. in accordance to LI's environmental policy. Maintain good housekeeping of operational areas.
• Any other tasks required to fulfill Lincoln Industries' Beliefs and Drivers.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be substituted for the expected levels of education and experience required.
Education
• Associate's Degree preferred
• 2+ years in Manufacturing preferred
Skills
• Handles issues with supervision and peer help
• Possesses basic knowledge of subject matter
• Partners with Engineers/Specialists to tests solutions
• Inspects products and processes for flaws and identifies area of improvement
• Ability to audit products and processes to identify opportunities and drive improvements
• Detail oriented
• Influences peers
• Treats others with respect.
• Seeks and acts on feedback for personal growth.
• Proficient at Microsoft Office Programs (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc).
• Can use standard measuring equipment
Communication Skills:
• Must be able to read, write and comprehend the English language
• Must communicate clearly with suppliers in written and verbal means
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, suppliers, or internal stakeholders.
Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to perform physical functions equivalent to Category E.