Cashier/Sales Associate - Midday/Overnight Shift
Kingsport, TN Job
Step into the heart of the day as a Mid/Second Shift Associate! This shift is perfect for those who enjoy the bustling midday and early evening hours. Our convenience store and gas station become a central hub for a diverse range of customers, from lunchtime regulars to evening commuters. If you thrive in a lively environment and enjoy being part of the daytime and early nighttime community, this role offers the perfect blend of pace and interaction.
Why Join Us:
Dynamic Work Environment: Experience the vibrant and varied pace of the mid/second shift.
Balance Your Day: Enjoy the flexibility of midday start times and evening finishes.
Team Engagement: Be part of a supportive and energetic team that thrives during these hours.
Growth Opportunities: We believe in promoting from within and supporting your career goals.
Flexible Scheduling: We understand the importance of work-life balance.
Paid Time Off: Earn time off to relax and recharge, knowing your hard work is valued.
Retirement Savings Plan: Plan for your future with our 401(k) program, featuring a generous 6% match.
Weekly Pay: Enjoy the convenience and security of receiving your paycheck every week.
Pay Rate: $11.00/Hr
Shift Information: Part-Time Open Availability Midday/Overnight Shift.
Responsibilities
Afternoon Customer Hero: Provide top-notch service during the busy midday and evening hours, ensuring every customer leaves happier than when they arrived.
Merchandising Maestro: Manage the store's appearance and stock during peak hours, keeping everything organized and appealing.
Cashier Extraordinaire: Handle a high volume of transactions with efficiency and a friendly attitude.
Safety Advocate: Ensure a secure and safe shopping environment during the varied dynamics of the mid/second shift.
Team Collaborator: Work seamlessly with colleagues to handle the unique pace and challenges of the afternoon and early evening.
Cleanliness Champion: Maintain high standards of store cleanliness, including regular upkeep of the coffee station, restrooms, and outdoor areas.
Inventory Specialist: Manage stock levels and assist in inventory processes, ensuring the store is well-equipped for customer needs.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Age Requirement: Must be 18 years of age or older if located in AR, CT, FL, LA, MI, MA, MS, MO, NC, SC, TX, TN, AZ, and CO. For all other states, must be 21 years of age or older.
Availability: Must be able to work weekends and holidays, embracing the full rhythm of retail.
Communication Skills: Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English effectively.
Math Proficiency: Basic math skills required, including addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication.
Physical Ability: Capable of frequently lifting 10 lbs and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.
Pre-Employment Screening: Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and be subject to a criminal history background check.
Personable and Positive: You have a friendly demeanor and a knack for making people feel welcome.
Detail-Oriented: You notice the little things that make a big difference in a customer's experience.
Reliable and Responsible: Reliable presence during the critical midday and early evening hours.
Flexible: You're adaptable and ready to take on a variety of tasks in our fast-paced environment.
Experience is a Plus: Previous experience in retail or customer service is appreciated, but not required. We believe in learning on the job!
Benefits: For information on benefits offered, please click on the hyperlink below. ***********************************
Equal Opportunity Employer
GPM Investments, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.
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RequiredPreferredJob Industries
Retail
Customer Service & Sales Specialist
Gray, TN Job
Join our dynamic team! We're not just a stop along the road; we're a community hub where customers find more than just snacks and fuel. They find smiling faces, helpful service, and a place that feels like home. As part of our team, you'll be the heartbeat of our store, keeping the shelves stocked, the coffee brewing, and our customers happy.
Why Join Us:
A Fun and Friendly Atmosphere: Be part of a team that supports and encourages each other.
Growth Opportunities: We believe in promoting from within and supporting your career goals.
Flexible Scheduling: We understand the importance of work-life balance.
Paid Time Off: Earn time off to relax and recharge, knowing your hard work is valued.
Retirement Savings Plan: Plan for your future with our 401(k) program, featuring a generous 6% match.
Weekly Pay: Enjoy the convenience and security of receiving your paycheck every week.
Pay Rate: $11.00/Hr
Shift Information: Full-Time Open Availability All Shifts
Responsibilities
Customer Service Superstar: Be the friendly face that greets everyone who walks through our doors. Offer assistance, answer questions, and ensure a pleasant shopping experience.
Sales Floor Guru: Keep our shelves perfectly stocked, our displays appealing, and our store clean. Your attention to detail will make our store the go-to spot for convenience.
Upselling Ace: Master the art of upselling and suggestive selling, elevating the customer experience by recommending products that complement their purchase. Your insightful suggestions not only enhance their shopping journey but also contribute to achieving our sales goals.
Brand Ambassador Extraordinaire: Champion our brand by encouraging customers to join our loyalty rewards program, highlighting the exclusive benefits and personalized offers they can enjoy. Your enthusiasm for our brand and knack for engaging customers will foster lasting relationships and build a loyal community.
Cash Handling Pro: Efficiently manage the cash register, handle transactions with a smile, and keep the financial flow seamless and accurate.
Safety Champion: Maintain a safe and welcoming environment for customers and colleagues alike, adhering to safety guidelines and protocols.
Team Player: Collaborate with your colleagues to ensure smooth operations, always ready to lend a hand wherever needed.
Facility Maintenance Expert: Take pride in maintaining a clean and inviting store. This includes cleaning restrooms, ensuring the inside and outside of the store are tidy, emptying trash bins, and refilling window washing stations. Your effort keeps our store looking its best!
Environment Ambassador: Actively participate in keeping our outdoor space clean and welcoming, contributing to a positive environmental impact and a great customer experience.
Other Duties as Assigned
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Age Requirement: Must be 18 years of age or older if located in AR, CT, FL, LA, MI, MA, MS, MO, NC, SC, TX, TN, AZ, and CO. For all other states, must be 21 years of age or older.
Availability: Must be able to work weekends and holidays, embracing the full rhythm of retail.
Communication Skills: Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English effectively.
Math Proficiency: Basic math skills required, including addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication.
Physical Ability: Capable of frequently lifting 10 lbs and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.
Pre-Employment Screening: Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and be subject to a criminal history background check.
Personable and Positive: You have a friendly demeanor and a knack for making people feel welcome.
Detail-Oriented: You notice the little things that make a big difference in a customer's experience.
Reliable and Responsible: You're punctual, trustworthy, and take pride in your work.
Flexible: You're adaptable and ready to take on a variety of tasks in our fast-paced environment.
Experience is a Plus: Previous experience in retail or customer service is appreciated, but not required. We believe in learning on the job!
Benefits: For information on benefits offered, please click on the hyperlink below. ***********************************
Equal Opportunity Employer
GPM Investments, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.
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Retail
National Account Manager
Remote or Batavia, NY Job
MANUFACTURING IS IN CHAPIN'S DNA. We've been doing it for over a century, designing and producing industry-leading home and industrial sprayers, spreaders, irrigation products and accessories.
We understand that dedication to our employees and to our customers is the formula for our success. You'll contribute to a team that wins and accomplish great things through shared ingenuity, self-discipline and by always going that extra mile.
JOB SUMMARY: Chapin is looking for an experienced
National Account Manager
to join our team. You will be mainly responsible for creating and implementing a strategic business development and selling plan, to grow Chapin's portfolio of national customers and promote the Chapin brand and products. The National Account Manager will build and maintain strong relationships with key accounts to increase sales and profitability.
This National Account Manager position has the potential to quickly become Director of Sales, for the right candidate.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Network with key customers to identify and address specific needs
Develop and maintain relationships with customers to ensure long-term success
Act as the liaison between customers and internal teams ensuring clients' requirements are met
Identify and attract prospective strategic customers
Ensure brand consistency
Negotiate contracts
Collect and analyze sales data and trends
Maintain high customer satisfaction ratings, according to company standards
Liaise with Sales and Marketing departments to set and implement strategies for new products
Develop new and increase existing business along with securing new business opportunities as deemed appropriate to maximize sales performance of designated accounts
Conduct full category & price point analysis in order to identify opportunities to maximize profitability by managing product mix
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the sector, keeping up-to-date with market trends and developments by competitors
Present the Chapin value proposition directly to customers
Create and implement Chapin's strategic strategy to grow sales through all distribution channels
Act as the primary negotiator for Chapin during all distribution or supply agreement creation or renewal
Accountable for maintaining all Chapin agreements with national account customers or suppliers of products distributed by Chapin
Create, implement & manage Chapin's pricing strategy for all national accounts
Create & implement marketing plans with national accounts and suppliers to promote and aggressively sell related products through multiple types of distribution channels
REQUIREMENTS & SKILLS:
Proven work experience as a National Account Manager, preferably with large retail (big box) experience (Home Depot, Lowe's, Ace Hardware)
Solid experience in sales and customer service
Demonstrable experience in negotiating and meeting clients requirements, with the ability to close the deal
In-depth understanding of sales performance metrics
Hands on experience with CRM software and MS Office products.
Excellent analytical and organizational skills
Strong communication skills
Availability to travel as needed
Proactive, self-motivated and driven
Ability to self-manage own workload to tight deadlines, including balancing, planning and organizing multiple tasks simultaneously
Proven conflict management skills and the ability to reason and influence at all levels of key decision makers and stakeholders within the customer account(s)
Able to travel approximately 50% of the time
Position is hybrid, but mostly remote
PAY & BENEFIT INFO:
Industry leading salary + bonus
Full expense account
Remote position
Robust matching 401k retirement plan
Federal Sales Representative
Knoxville, TN Job
Position Overview: IDEAL has an outstanding opportunity for an experienced and capable Federal Account Executive (Sales Representative) that understands what it takes to identify, develop and close business opportunities and has a strong desire to be part of team that offers a great compensation package for producers. The primary mission of this position is to grow sales revenue within the Federal IT, Department of Energy space by meeting or exceeding sales and profitability targets. Your success will be based on cultivating a customer base, the ability to quickly identify and influence opportunities and leveraging your experience as a consultative IT solution provider and value-added reseller. The Sales Representative will leverage our existing vendor partnerships, government contracts and solutions and services portfolio to drive new business into targeted Department of Energy accounts.
Responsibilities Include:
Develop and implement account plans and business development strategy within the various Department of Energy organizations, to include O&M laboratories, contacts and industry knowledge and the core competencies and past performance of the Company;
Vendor negotiations and management;
Experience with multiple IT related solutions such as cloud computing, security, Information Assurance, AI, HPC and etc.
Maintain existing and establish new relationships with government contracting officers and specialists, Office of Small Business representatives and agency influencers (C-level executives, Program Managers, and etc);
Continually acquire and evaluate agency procurement forecasts, programs and opportunities and understand the mission of the respective agency and its organizational components, leadership, major programs and their major challenges;
Attend industry events, trade shows, and seminars to maintain deep understanding of market segment and customer environment in addition to establishing new relationships;
Respond to RFQ's, RFPs and provide quotes for products and solutions;
Identify and recommend strategic partners (both vendors and other service providers) that allow us to deliver a complete solution or augment our capabilities;
Identify, qualify, generate and close new business opportunities in order to achieve revenue and gross profit quotas on a quarterly and annual basis;
Work with vendors and partners for best pricing and compliant solutions;
Build and maintain a robust pipeline including short term and long-term opportunities and contracts;
Preparation of proposals and Statements of Work.
Provide best in class account management and client service to exceed the needs of clients.
Abilities and Attributes Needed for the Position
Proven track record of successful Federal business development and sales and be highly motivated, experienced, possess strong IT sales and negotiation skills.
Proven sales success in a similar role, including meeting or exceeding sales targets/quotas. Must be able to provide verifiable target and quota information
Complex selling by utilizing a consultative approach
Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit
Strong hunting skills a MUST
Strong tactical and strategic business abilities
Proficiency in networking, prospecting and building relationships
Experience managing the pursuit and close of new sales opportunities
Strong presentation, problem-solving and communication skills
Strong commitment to quality and service
Significant Experience related to government contracts and subcontracts including Federal & Defense Industry Contracting with an understanding of FAR/DFAR language;
Proficiency in Bid and Proposal preparation and oversight to include technical writing, pricing, and team alignment
Superior time management and organizational skills including the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and handle a broad range of daily activities; all activities must be captured in our Customer and Vendor Contact Relationship Management System
Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills to address a broad spectrum of audiences including senior and executive management, technical teams, vendors and subcontractors
Excellent computer and typing skills
Minimum Qualifications
7+ years technology enterprise product and solution sales and business development experience including Account Management and Capture and Proposal Development in the Federal sector
Bachelor's Degree
Experience in government contracts and subcontracts including Federal & Defense Industry Contracting
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications
Ability to travel throughout the US (approximately (10-15%)
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to the position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. IDEAL reserves the right to modify position duties at any time due to business necessity. Women, Minorities and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Ideal System Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Candidates must consent to and be able to pass a complete background investigation and may be required to additional drug testing and screening.
Salary is Commensurate with Experience, Salary plus commission with Target compensation package of $120K annually.
Software Engineer, Machine Learning
Remote or Fremont, CA Job
Founding Machine Learning Engineer
At Falconer, we're transforming how engineers create, access, and share knowledge. We're looking for a Founding ML Engineer to help us build an AI-powered knowledge platform that companies love.
As a founding engineer, you won't just help shape our product development-you'll have a seat at the table to define Falconer's technical direction and culture.
Key responsibilities:
Participate in the entire product development lifecycle, including architecture, coding, testing, and deploying
Research and apply best practices in terms of Knowledge Graph, embeddings, vector and graph RAG search, fine-tuning, and model optimization
Develop and maintain backend systems including API services, databases, and server-side logic
Optimize tech stack and applications for maximum precision and speed
Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, following industry best practices-
the Falconer platform will help you!
Stay updated with emerging technologies in web development and make recommendations for adopting new tools and practices
Who you are:
Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or equivalent work experience
Minimum of 2 years of experience in developing ML data pipelines
Experience with text embeddings, RAG systems, and similarity search
Familiar with Entity and Relationship recognition models
Skilled at prompt engineering
Ability to implement backend systems in Python and/or Node.js
You can evaluate tradeoffs and propose the most appropriate storage solution (SQL, NoSQL, Vector DBs, Graph databases)
You enjoy hard problems and open-ended assignments
You use data to make decisions, and experiment your way around hard problems
Bonus points:
You've developed products with LLMs before (extra if you've already built your own agents)
You have fine-tuned foundational models to tailor responses to specific data use cases
You have experience with LlamaIndex and Memgraph to produce knowledge graphs
Perks and benefits:
Generous equity package
Competitive salary and benefits
401(k) retirement account
The best equipment and tools, like a spec'd out MacBook, and dev prod tools like Cursor, Claude, and Linear to help you move fast
Flexible work arrangements with in-office work or hybrid/remote work for the right candidate
Our current office is in San Mateo, just steps from Caltrain
Falconer was founded by the former Head of Docs at Stripe and Uber, and an AI/ML tech lead from Uber and Meta. We are venture-backed, with a phenomenal founding team and strong customer demand.
Mac Tools Route Sales/Outside Sales Distributor - Full Training
Knoxville, TN 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
Thermal and Combustion Process Engineer
Alcoa, TN Job
Arconic is currently in search of Thermal & Combustion Process Engineer to join our Manufacturing Technology Engineering team based out of Alcoa, TN or Davenport, IA or Lancaster, PA.
At Arconic, we are looking for people who share our values of integrity, inclusion, and diversity, and who demonstrate agility, results commitment, and the capability to grow themselves and others. In return, we offer the opportunity to Grow Together with ongoing opportunities for professional growth provided by a constantly changing environment, working alongside employees who value the people they work with just as much as the work they do.
Primary Responsibilities
The Manufacturing Technology Engineering team consists of a staff of professionals who provide Technical, Business, Customer, and financial support to Arconic's Global Rolled Products and Extrusions business units. The staff consists of specialists in various technologies and engineering disciplines with expertise ranging from melting metal through final fabrication.
The Thermal & Combustion Process Engineer has responsibilities that include corporate expert on Combustion Safety for Arconic, Thermal Best Practice development and deployment, solving problems with global systemic and plant specific focus, driving process efficiencies through lowering costs and improving quality, training operators and other technologists, and implementing new technologies.
Key Objectives
Optimization of process equipment for improving quality and capacity
Solve equipment and process problems for Arconic's Thermal Processes
Drive resolution of chronic problems within area of expertise; Lead problem solving teams & organize support from other resources when necessary
Develop and deploy Standard Practices for the different Thermal and Combustion Safety processes, assist in identifying improvement opportunities, and facilitate technology transfer
Maintain a working relationship with vendors of thermal and combustion equipment and be knowledgeable of external developments
Provide engineering and operational support for large capital improvement projects
Sponsor, participate, and occasionally lead development projects
Be relied upon by plant resources for advice and direction on capital and process solutions
Participate in technical assessments of facilities and individual pieces of equipment
Provide equipment, control, and process training to the technical base.
Ability to navigate Rockwell PLC's for troubleshooting a plus
The position requires the desire and ability to travel extensively (around 50%) with a portion of the travel being international
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution
5 years of manufacturing experience
3 years in Thermal and Combustion Safety
Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Must be a self-starter with ability to determine priorities based upon specific business needs
Strong leadership skills
Ability to navigate Rockwell PLCs for troubleshooting
Project Interior Designer
Memphis, TN Job
Supervisor: Design Manager
Salary: Based upon Experience
Benefits: medical, dental, paid time off, 401K match, plus more!
APG Office Furnishings, one of the leading multi-line office furniture dealerships in the Midwest, is growing and searching for a motivated Project Designer.
Job Description: Responsible for the design process from initial discovery and programming, through installation and post-occupancy. Duties include client communication, programming, space planning, furniture and materials selections, quote generation, preparation of all installation plans and other necessary project documentation. Client engagement across project timeline including presentation of product and layout solutions, with or without Sales involvement, based on client relationship and circumstances. The Project Designer will manage multiple interior furnishings projects within a collaborative team environment.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design or related field
Proficiency in AutoCAD 2018 or newer, CAP 20/20 commercial software and Microsoft Office programs
Expertise in production of working drawings: floor plans, furniture plans, finish, floor and wall treatment schedules, interior elevations and isometrics, renderings, etc.
Ability to handle multiple office design projects and manage deliverable execution to project schedule
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Exceptional communication and customer service skills
Must be extremely organized, with good time management skills and the ability to work independently
Ability to read and understand construction documents and specifications
Physical:
Seeing, color perception, hearing/listening, clear speech, hand and finger dexterity
Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
Complex reading and writing skills, basic math skills, judgement/decision making, analysis/comprehension
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Chief Executive Officer
Remote or Saint Louis, MO Job
To explore this exciting opportunity, send a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three references to **************************** by January 20, 2025 for priority consideration.
Chief Executive Officer
Full-Time
Location: St. Louis, MO (Delmar Divine)
Compensation: Salary range $90,000-$110,000 with benefit package including employer-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, SIMPLE IRA with employer match, professional development through Washington University Center for Human Services Leadership, free on-site gym, and state-of-the-art meeting facilities.
About HOME WORKS!
HOME WORKS! is an established, Missouri-based nonprofit, leading the way in implementing impactful parent and family engagement strategies that support student success. Research shows that students thrive academically and socially when parents and teachers partner together, but too often, this collaboration is missing. HOME WORKS! bridges that gap by fostering relationships between parents and educators to help students succeed both in and out of the classroom. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we empower parents and teachers to work together to create brighter futures. Our students attend school more regularly, perform better academically, and feel more connected to their school communities. Learn more at teacherhomevisit.org.
Position Overview
The Board of Directors seeks a strategic, visionary leader with a passion for public service to guide HOME WORKS! through its next chapter. As we aim to engage 10,000 families by 2033, our next CEO will have overall responsibility for a $1 million organization with a hybrid team of 10. This role is pivotal in driving transformational change as we build on a strong foundation of success and financial stability, ensuring that more students and families thrive academically and socially. The CEO will lead a dedicated team and foster strong relationships with schools, families, community partners, and donors, positioning HOME WORKS! as a national leader in family engagement strategies.
Priority Competencies
Executive Leadership
Fundraising
Programming
Key Responsibilities
Visionary Leadership: Set a clear vision and strategic direction for the organization, inspiring and guiding staff and stakeholders towards achieving the mission and building a five-year strategic plan in partnership with the board.
Relationship Building: Establish a strong working partnership with the Board of Directors and its Chair and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including donors, volunteers, community leaders, and other partners.
Fundraising and Resource Development: In partnership with the Director of Development, develop and implement strategies to secure funding and resources necessary for the organization's sustainability and growth.
Metrics and Evaluation: Demonstrate strong competency in metrics and evaluation, ensuring data-driven decision-making to assess program effectiveness, track impact, and drive continuous organizational improvement.
Financial Acumen: Ensure sound financial management, including budgeting, accounting, annual audit, and risk management to protect the organization's assets.
Advocacy and Public Relations: Serve as the primary spokesperson, effectively promoting the organization and advocating for its mission and work within the St. Louis community and beyond.
Operational Management: With the support of the Operations Associate, oversee day-to-day operations, including administration, human resources, information technology, employee coaching and development, along with a Leadership Team comprising Director of Program Operations and Director of Development.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in related field or combination of relevant education and experience
Proven leadership and achievement in nonprofit or educational settings
Passion for HOME WORKS!' mission and vision
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Strong strategic and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills, including public speaking
Strong computer skills
Unquestioned integrity and sound judgment
Ability to work with diverse groups of people
Preferred Experience
Experience in preK-12 education
Successful nonprofit fund development experience, especially in education or within St. Louis
Prior experience leading a nonprofit board through strategic planning
Working Conditions
M-F daytime hours and occasional evening and weekend requirements, with limited day travel outside of the St. Louis area required
Flexible working conditions, including hybrid options, available
Valid Driver's License, automobile insurance, and access to transportation
Learn More & Apply
HOME WORKS! is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture and does not discriminate on the basis of disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, socio-economic background, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected class. Due to our agreements with school districts, all employees must undergo a criminal background check.
To explore this exciting opportunity, send a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three references to ****************************.
Production Manager
Somerville, TN Job
The ideal candidate will own the entire production process. They will strategize with other internal teams to ensure operational excellence. The will also run quality assessment to ensure customer satisfaction.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Safety first for each employee by encouraging all employees to maintain a safe workplace.
Plan, organize, direct & run optimum day to day operations to exceed our company expectations of Safety, Quality, Production and Inventory.
Oversee and administer daily production of plant personnel.
Increase production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining client quality standards.
Review new product opportunities and develop written procedures for scale-up and full-scale operations.
Track and report KPI data for critical metrics including production volumes, capacity, labor costs, and product mix.
Be responsible for production output and product quality.
Allocate resources effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results.
Develop and maintain processes for Management of Change for critical quality system and operational documents and procedures.
Work closely with quality personnel to review products consistency while monitoring scrap rates to determine trends and areas of improvement.
Anticipate and prepare for upcoming projects and processes, overseeing equipment changeovers, new equipment design and installation.
Create engineering processes and procedures to help the company meet budgetary targets as wells as performance quotas for manufacturing and production.
Initiate comprehensive investigative root-cause analyses following any quality or safety incident.
Facilitate vendor, executive, and customer plant walkthroughs and audits.
Troubleshoot equipment issues that cause work stoppages with the Maintenance team.
Address disciplinary issues directly with their team, implementing corrective actions.
Mentor the Process Unit Supervisor/Managers and leadership team, providing guidance and training as needed.
Develop and implement practical work schedules for plant personnel.
Facilitate interdepartmental communication between all Quality Departments, Logistics, Planning, Compounding and all Maintenance Departments.
Participated in the Inventory Control process with cycle-counting and tracking and managing periodic wall-to-wall physical counts.
Oversee the general organization and cleanliness of the manufacturing plant.
Identify safety concerns and work directly with EHS to implement solutions.
Participate in staffing functions such as development of job descriptions, reviewing prospective employee applications, arranging and performing hiring interviews, screening and onboarding of new employees.
Administrate and track payroll metrics for employees, perform performance and bonus reviews, monitor overtime and labor costs.
Develop procedures for packaging of all products.
Backfill the roles of critical personnel including
Coordinate with Maintenance Facilities and production of repair and improvements.
Other duties and responsibilities as part of the leadership team and outlined by Site Leader
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Ability to think ahead, plan accordingly and prepare/deliver action plans to achieve results.
Possess strong analytical skills and mechanical aptitude to help troubleshoot problems and implement improvement plans which deliver solutions effectively.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations.
Highly organized, self-motivated, and assertive when appropriate.
High energy and experience in inspiring and motivating cross-functional teams.
Able to utilize math to perform basic weights for formulas.
Able to read and interpret directions and order details.
Able to effectively communicate both in writing and verbally to facility work through all departments.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications(Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
Experience utilizing WMS systems (preferably MASS and/or SAP).
Proven ability to learn new computer skills and programs
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Related Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university or equivalent combination of education and experience
Five to ten years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
5+ Years Plant experience. Preferred experience in packaging manufacturing.
Proficient in all of the plant equipment or equivalent work experience.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The work environment and physical demands characteristics 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 essentials functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on occasion, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and speak or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Frequent computer usage.
This position description reflects the current assignment of essential functions and is not meant to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned to this job at any time and may be modified to reasonably accommodate an individual with a disability, or for other reasons. We are proud to be an EEO employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.”
Business Development Associate
Nashville, TN Job
Position: Are you a highly competitive individual looking to transition into a rewarding entry level career in Sales & Leadership? This position is designed to provide a path for motivated and driven individuals to progress into Business Development Managers.
About Us: Helion is a dynamic startup offering innovative solutions to businesses across various industries to provide sustainable growth. We are committed to fostering a culture of community within the organization. Our Core Values; Mind & Body Connection, Be Resourceful, If We Can We Will, and Be Authentic drive everything we do.
Responsibilities:
Engage with clients and contractors to understand their needs and deliver solutions.
Manage projects and ensure timely delivery.
Develop leadership skills and mentor junior team members.
Research industries related to consulting to become a subject matter expert.
Build strong client relationships through clear communication.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in business, finance, marketing, or related fields.
Strong communication and analytical skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Benefits:
$50,000 base salary with quarterly/yearly bonuses and weekly commissions.
Yearly performance-based incentive trip to Mexico.
Internal advancement opportunities.
Comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities.
Health, dental, vision, and supportive company culture.
How to Apply: If you are a driven and competitive individual seeking a rewarding career in sales & consulting, we invite you to apply by sending your resume to ************************* or sending the best contact number to reach you at!
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Remote or Saint Cloud, MN Job
Senior Mechanical Engineer - New Product Development
Are you an experienced Mechanical Engineer with a passion for creating innovative solutions and designing groundbreaking products?
Join our team as a Senior Mechanical Engineer on our New Product Development Team, where you'll play a critical role in bringing visionary ideas to life. Your expertise will shape the future of our product offerings, driving innovation and excellence in the CNC machinery industry.
Who We Are
Since 1953, Park Industries has been a leader in stoneworking machinery manufacturing across North America. Based in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, we're a family-owned company renowned for our commitment to quality and innovation. As the largest American manufacturer in our industry, we take pride in our cutting-edge facilities, exceptional customer service, and ongoing support throughout the product lifecycle.
What You'll Do
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer in New Product Development at Park Industries, you will:
Innovative Design: Lead the development of innovative designs and solutions for new products, ensuring they meet customer needs and industry standards.
Product Development: Drive the creation and refinement of new products from concept through production, including ideation, prototyping, testing, and launch.
Engineering Excellence: Conduct mechanical analyses, simulations, and design validations to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and manufacturability of new products.
Technology Integration: Incorporate cutting-edge technologies, including CNC systems, robotics, and advanced materials, into product designs.
Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing, Sales, and Customer Service, to align designs with customer expectations and business goals.
Documentation and Compliance: Develop and maintain accurate documentation, ensuring all designs meet regulatory and company standards.
Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for innovation in design processes and technologies, driving ongoing enhancements in product development practices.
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you'll work standard business hours from Monday to Friday, with a hybrid work arrangement that combines remote work flexibility with onsite collaboration at our St. Cloud, MN office.
Experience and Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering is required; a Master's Degree is preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a focus on new product development or design engineering. Experience in CNC or robotic equipment is preferred.
Skills: Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling (AutoCAD/Inventor preferred), mechanical analysis, and design validation. Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems design, as well as GD&T, is essential.
Attributes: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on innovation and optimizing designs for performance and manufacturability.
Why Join Us
At Park Industries, we're more than just a company-we're a community of innovators, builders, and professionals united by a shared vision of excellence. When you join us, you'll become part of a culture that fosters creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. Alongside our dynamic work environment, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, and dental insurance, HSA and FSA accounts, a 401k program, tuition reimbursement, and more.
Pay Transparency Statement
In accordance with pay transparency regulations, the anticipated starting salary for this position ranges from $63,800 to $86,500 annually. Please note that the salary range provided is an estimate and not a guarantee; the final offer will be determined based on factors such as experience, education, location, and assigned shift. Full-time employees may also be eligible for variable compensation, company-wide incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package. Additionally, the availability of benefits and programs may vary depending on the hire date, employment type, and hours worked.
Apply today to become a driving force behind the innovation and success of industry-leading products that shape the future of stoneworking and CNC machinery!
Director, Operations
Knoxville, TN Job
The Tranzonic Companies is the hub for a strategic collection of manufacturing and sales companies that lead the way in multiple categories - from personal care and protection to textiles, from cleaning products to contamination control - to empower its distributor partners into the future. Their cohesive approach promotes operational efficiency and fuels innovation, while equipping its varied businesses to tackle the toughest challenges across industrial and manufacturing, healthcare and life sciences, food service, hospitality, transportation, and many other dynamic market segments. Tranzonic's rapid growth, both organic and via acquisition, is powered by its team of driven, innovative problem-solvers and a culture of integrity and respect.
Position Summary:
The Director, Operations is responsible for overseeing all manufacturing, production, and distribution operations at the Knoxville, TN location across 2 sites and 300 associates. This role ensures operational excellence in safety quality, delivery and cost reduction while fostering a high-performance culture. The Senior Director will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Supply Chain, Quality, EHS, HR, and Finance, to align plant operations with overall business objectives.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Lead and oversee all plant operations, including production, maintenance, distribution, inventory.
Develop and execute strategies to improve operational efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other best practices to enhance processes.
Ensure on-time production and delivery of products while maintaining high standards for quality.
Oversight to distribution center execution, capacity and delivery.
Develop and manage the plant's budget, ensuring cost controls and financial targets are met.
Drive inventory and cycle counting programs to ensure accuracy.
Ensure Labor Management program utilized to drive standards and productivity.
Lead maintenance and engineering to maximize machine up time and OEE.
Analyze key performance metrics (KPIs) and implement corrective actions as needed.
Optimize labor, materials, and equipment utilization to achieve cost reduction goals.
Promote a culture of safety, ensuring all employees adhere to OSHA and company EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) policies.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and industry standards related to manufacturing and distribution.
Partner with the Quality team to maintain high product quality standards and resolve production issues proactively.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, including operations managers and supervisors.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and employee engagement.
Drive talent development initiatives, including training programs and succession planning.
Work closely with Supply Chain to optimize inventory levels and minimize disruptions.
Partner with HR to drive workforce planning, staffing, and employee relations initiatives.
Collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance teams to ensure equipment reliability and efficiency.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
10+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing, plant operations, or supply chain management.
5+ years in a senior leadership role overseeing multi-functional teams.
Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or related industries.
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Deep understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process improvement methodologies.
Financial acumen, including budget management and cost control.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Experience managing a high-volume production facility.
Knowledge of ERP systems (D365 preferred).
Familiarity with automation and advanced manufacturing technologies.
Primarily on-site role at the Knoxville, TN plant.
Occasional travel may be required for corporate meetings and supplier visits.
Senior Process Metallurgy Specialist
Alcoa, TN Job
Arconic is currently in search of Senior Process Metallurgy Specialist to join our Tennessee Operations in Alcoa, Tennessee.
At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world. We strive to create a safe, inclusive and collaborative workplace with competitive benefits, development opportunities and a culture that values and rewards employees on all levels of the organization.
Primary Responsibilities
Mentor Area Lead Metallurgists to ensure they are focused on process stability, process improvement and ensuring end product meets customer requirements.
Interface with others in QA dept (Product Metallurgists, Quality Systems Professionals, etc.) to ensure process capability in production areas supports compliance to industry and customer specifications including quality system audits.
Interface with ATC on product/process technology, and with SMART manufacturing to drive capacity, product conformance, and reliability improvements to support manufacturing cost reduction.
Interfacing with ATC and MTE on benchmarking of production processes against other plants or companies.
Key Objectives
Ensure Area Metallurgists are receiving proper training and support to maximize their productivity and value to the company.
Mentor Area Metallurgists to aid their personal growth and effectiveness.
Work with Area Metallurgists on inter- and intra-departmental process and product improvement projects that improve throughput, recovery and quality.
Support recovery charters for all products, with clearly aligned goals from manufacturing and MQS, to efficiency, meeting customer requirements for high quality, low cost and sable delivery.
Ensure critical process variables relating to EOL's per TN QFD are in control and capable.
Ultimately responsible for resolving internal/external customer quality issues that relate to process metallurgical characteristics.
Ultimately responsible for ensuring critical process variables relating to EOL's per TN QFD are in control and capable.
Support companywide technical networks to promote problem solving and best practice benchmarking.
In cooperation with the MQS Manager, facilitate interplant transfer of metallurgical engineers and technicians to build depth of experience for succession planning and personal development.
10%-15% travel (domestic and international). Should be willing to travel on short notice; most travel can be pre-planned.
This role is primarily day shift, Monday-Friday. However, because our facilities operate on a 24/7 schedule, this role is expected to support the overall quality function of the areas for new product trials, production disruptions, and training. This could include on-call help and/or working off-hours/off-shifts at times to support the operation.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelors level degree in Metallurgical Engineering.
Two to three years minimum of metallurgical experience in casting, homogenization/pre-heating, hot rolling, cold rolling, thermal processing, and finishing.
Experience with aluminum sheet manufacturing for the automotive, industrial, and rigid packaging markets., and aluminum applications in a manufacturing setting.
Ability to travel to assigned customer locations at short notice as required.
10 years or greater experience with metallurgy and metal-forming or industrial process improvement using quality systems and statistical tools
Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
Results oriented and capable of working independently with proven record of accomplishment
Excellent analysis and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Manufacturing within and IATF and ISO Quality systems environment
Preferred Qualifications
Master's Degree and five (5) years' experience greater experience in casting, homogenization/pre-heating, hot rolling, cold rolling, thermal processing, and finishing.
Business Application Developer
Remote or Saint Cloud, MN Job
Why Join Us?
As a growing ESOP company, we believe in creating long-term value for both our customers and our employee-owners.
This position's main responsibility is to integrate software solutions to improve process flow and capture key data that leads to reduction of costs and support company growth.
Responsibilities:
· Develop Business Applications: Design, develop, and implement business applications to support various organizational functions and improve operational efficiency.
· Application Management: Oversee the maintenance, updates, and enhancements of existing business applications to ensure optimal performance and user satisfaction.
· Project Leadership: Lead and manage application development projects, including planning, execution, and delivery, while coordinating with cross-functional teams.
· API Integration: Develop and manage APIs to ensure seamless integration between business applications and other systems.
· UI/UX Design: Collaborate to enhance the user interface and user experience of business applications, making them intuitive and user-friendly.
· Technical Support: Provide technical support and troubleshooting for business applications, addressing any issues promptly.
· Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of development processes, application configurations, project progress, and change management.
Qualifications:
· Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field.
· Experience: Minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in business application development and management.
· Technical Skills: Proficiency in programming languages specifically, SQL, C#, Objective-C, Visual Basic, or Python. Experience with business application platforms such as Epicor, Infor's SyteLine, and API development.
· UI/UX Skills: Understanding of UI/UX design principles and experience with design tools (e.g., Adobe XD, Figma).
· Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead projects and program effectively.
· Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
· Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. This individual will be required to bridge the gap between the application and the users knowledge.
· Workplace Requirements: This job is preferred on-site only. There is flexibility with remote work. Travel may be required to our other facilities across the country.
Application Engineer - Mechanical Packing
Remote or Groveland, MA Job
For over 140 years, A.W. Chesterton has been an innovator and a knowledge provider for our industrial partners around the globe. From our ground-breaking split seal technologies, to our cutting-edge packing and lubricant solutions, we are continually focused on new ways to bring solutions to our customers, while also celebrating our own rich history and our unique place in the sealing industry.
Chesterton's continually strives to innovate for our customers, and our professional engineers are at the heart of that effort. Unlike many companies, all of Chesterton's engineers are required to possess a bachelor's degree in engineering within a focused field of study - guaranteeing our customers that top professionals will be working on their behalf. We offer a work environment that appeals to our engineers: time and space to think and collaborate with other engineers, challenging and complex problems to dig into every day, and a flexible work environment that encourages work-life balance. Whether you're forward facing with our customers to help them troubleshoot field applications, working in our state of the art test labs, or driving efficiencies into our manufacturing floors, there is an engineering career waiting for you with us!
Our benefits offering include:
Chesterton Student Loan Repayment Program
BCBS Medical Coverage
Delta Dental
401K savings plan with a Chesterton contribution
PTO including vacation sick, time, 11 paid holidays, and paid to time off to volunteer for causes
Flexible work schedules, including fully remote and hybrid work options for many jobs
Vision insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
HSA & FSA options to cover additional medical costs
Parental leave for moms and dads to be
Hiring referral bonuses (up to $3,000 for select roles)
A host of other fringe benefits including legal services, pet insurance, Chesterton relief fund for employees in need, and more!
Job Summary:
Responsible for engineering and technical support of Chesterton MPD products. Provides technical support via Email and telephone. Conducts factory tours. Reviews pump, valve, flange, heat exchanger, and manway information/drawings provided, makes necessary calculations, and recommends sealing solutions. Provides technical documentation to field sales force, distributors, end users, and OEM's as required. Analyzes failed packing, gaskets, and live load materials; provides detailed written description of investigation results as well as recommendations for corrective action. Generates ECN's to update specifications, drawings, and installation instructions. Reviews customer's written procedures when necessary and makes recommended changes. Handles SolidWorks drawing requests for CLL Type Live Load Assemblies, carbon bushings, DFR & 5300 dies, and manway assemblies.
Job Model: Hybrid
Hybrid positions will require employees to work both on-site and remote each week under a schedule that has been determined and agreed upon by you and your manager.
Responsibilities:
Responds to customer inquiries via Email and telephone. Provides detailed answers and recommended MPD sealing solutions to customer inquiries.
Handles valve OEM onboarding responsibilities for Chesterton's LOW E packing solutions. This includes review of customer drawings and stuffing box dimensional information. Verifies valve stuffing box dimensions meet the requirements of API Specifications and makes recommendations for tighter tolerances where necessary with intension of passing API 624 or ISO 15848-1 Testing. Writes required test requests where necessary.
Occasional travel to the field for sales support; provides on- site training and product troubleshooting. Training may involve lifting up to 50 pounds.
Investigates customer problems/complaints/product failure analysis involving MPD products. Provides detailed written responses to customer complaints and product failure analysis. Documents same in ICN System.
Assists with the field testing of new products which involves completing, maintaining and processing pertinent paperwork and records where necessary.
Creates CAD drawings using SolidWorks to help support MP Application Engineering needs.
Interacts with Customer Service Representatives, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, Marketing, IT, and Procurement.
Initiates ECN's when necessary.
Studies drawings and specifications; performs complex calculations to conceive equipment and systems designed meet proper engineering requirements for recommended Chesterton product.
Supports live loading software program implementation and ongoing updates/improvements.
Responsible for after-hours technical support telephone four months of the year. Chesterton provides 24/7 technical support to its customers.
Complexity of Duties:
Works under general direction. Works independently and as a team player.
Ability to write detailed and well thought out technical reports and letters.
Must exercise judgment and make recommendations.
Ability to research technical manuals, test reports, etc.
Some travel required.
Ability to interact with other departments and vendors.
Essential Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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.
Ability to respond to moderately complex technical inquiries or complaints from customers, distributors, customer service representatives, and salesmen.
Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Strong written/verbal/telephone communication skills. Commitment to customer.
Strong computer skills; Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and SolidWorks/CAD experience preferred.
Strong presentation skills.
Ability to work in a fast paced environment; works under pressure. Ability to manage multiple projects/inquiries and prioritize constant changing responsibilities.
Education and/or Experience:
Engineering Degree from a four year college or university.
One to three years of related experience and/or training preferably in a manufacturing/engineering environment.
Other Skills and Abilities:
Ability to produce high quality detailed correspondence that addresses customer complaints, product performance, project status, and inquiries.
Ability to solve practical to moderately complex problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
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 occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Moderate noise (i.e.; computer printers, traffic) exists daily in the work environment.
Disclaimer:
A.W. CHESTERTON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Targeted pay range: $72,000/yr. - $75,000/yr.
Chesterton is committed to paying all its employees in a fair and equitable manner. The pay range associated with this position ($72,000/yr. - $75,000/yr. DOE) is Chesterton's good-faith salary estimate for the presently available position. Please note that the final salary offered for any position will be based on many factors, including but not limited to: candidate qualifications such as education and experience, internal equity, geographical location, and budget. Please note, it is not the company's usual practice to hire near or at the top of a pay range for any position that is available.
All of A.W. Chesterton Company employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background check and the respective medical surveillance requirements.
Chesterton is an equal opportunity employer M/F/V/D. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Principal Protection and Control Engineers - FACTS and HVDC
Remote or Pennsylvania Job
Principal Protection and Controls Engineer - FACTS and HVDC
Mitsubishi Electric Power Products (MEPPI) serves the North American power systems, rail transportation, and large visual display markets with electrical and electronic products, systems, and services.
POSITION SUMMARY
MEPPI is seeking a Principal Protection and Controls Engineer to drive advanced control systems design, programming, and implementation for groundbreaking FACTS and HVDC projects within the Substation Division (SSD). This role demands expertise in control, communication, and cybersecurity technologies to shape the future of sustainable power.
This position will report to the Manager, FACTS and HVDC Product Lines, who oversees a team of Sales Engineers and System Designers focused on utility grade electrical substation projects.
We can consider remote based in the U.S. but will require 50-60% travel both domestic and some international. Up to 30% of travel is required for Pittsburgh-based candidates.
What You'll Do:
Lead and oversee the programming of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) software and hardware to monitor and control energy system equipment.
Provide leadership in the development and implementation of advanced design improvements for product quality, processing time, component lead time, construction design and product support.
Lead the creation of hardware and software specifications for substation projects. Prepare and review mechanical and electrical drawings
Recommend improvements to cybersecurity requirements for FACTS & HVDC system hardware and software that will ensure continued compliance with periodic updates to NERC-CIP regulations.
Oversee the implementation and execution of cybersecurity software maintenance program, including developing, testing, and implementing software patches and managing version control for SSD software installations.
Program, test, and troubleshoot cybersecurity devices, including unidirectional data diodes, remote access servers, and other SCADA communications equipment.
Conceptualize novel HMI hardware and software solutions for FACTS & HVDC systems, fault recording devices, and communications devices and provide guidance on design and programming of such solutions.
Provide technical expertise and oversight of site commissioning tests for FACTS and HVDC systems.
Prepare and review mechanical and electrical and system drawings.
Provide technical expertise and oversight of factory acceptance tests (FAT) and field/site acceptance tests (SAT). Create test plans and report results.
Monitor and track progress toward completion milestones and deadlines. Communicate progress toward the achievement of milestones and deadlines.
Conduct technical presentations for customers and lead meetings with customers to execute FACTS and HVDC Sales plan. Assist and support Sales Team with bids and technical proposal development.
Maintain a robust network of industry contacts comprising FACTS and HVDC customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants. Influence trade organization standards by establishing and leading technical committee tasks.
Further the goals and positive, professional image of the Substation Division by conducting business with other MEPPI departments and outside contacts in a timely and cooperative manner.
What You Bring:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related discipline with a minimum of 10 years of experience, or equivalent education and experience.
Advanced experience with protective relaying principles, design, and programming
Advanced knowledge of FACTS & HVDC technologies.
Advanced computer programming experience with modern programming languages.
Advanced knowledge of network and communication protocols, logic and control platforms, and system programming.
Advanced interpersonal communication skills required to communicate with employees, customers and suppliers.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to read and understand technical drawings and material.
Intermediate computer skills, emphasizing knowledge of MS Office products and MATLAB, Simulink, and power systems simulation software.
What's in It for You?
Comprehensive Health Coverage: We've got you covered! MEPPI pays 90% of the cost for medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring you and your family can focus on staying healthy without the stress of high costs.
Retirement Plans: Secure your future with our 401(k) plan, where MEPPI matches up to 4% of your contributions. Your financial wellness is just as important to us as it is to you.
Generous Paid Time Off: Work-life balance is key. Begin earning vacation after just 90 days, plus 12 paid holidays per year.
Career Development: We're invested in your growth. Take advantage of our training programs and educational assistance to elevate your skills and advance your career.
Exclusive Employee Discounts: Being part of the MEPPI family comes with perks! Enjoy profit sharing and special discounts on our products and services, designed to make your life better.
Why MEPPI?
At MEPPI, you're not just another team member-you're part of a mission to innovate and make an impact. As a U.S. affiliate of Mitsubishi Electric, we're a leader in providing cutting-edge solutions for power systems and rail transportation. Join our collaborative environment where your ideas matter, and your skills help shape the future.
About Us: Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. is a leader in the North American power systems, rail transportation, and large visual display markets. Join us, and be part of a global team that's driving the future of transportation and energy solutions.
Equal Opportunity Employer: MEPPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and ensure that every candidate is considered fairly.
Notice to Agencies and Search Firms: MEPPI is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted without a signed search agreement will become the property of MEPPI, and no fee will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result of an unsolicited referral.
Sr. VP of Engineering (Electrical/Power)
Nashville, TN Job
About Shermco
Since 1974, Shermco has become North America's largest and fastest growing NETA-accredited electrical testing organization. Our focus is to make sure electrical power systems are functioning properly and safely. Additionally, our Professional Engineering Group, Rotating Machinery Division, Renewable Energy Services, and Field Repair and local Repair Service Centers, places Shermco in a position to handle all things electrical. All done with an emphasis on safety and client service. Backed by Gryphon Investors, a leading private equity firm focused on profitably growing and competitively enhancing middle-market companies in partnership with experienced management, Shermco is poised for the next decade and beyond.
Senior Vice President of Engineering Practices
This position reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer. As a Senior Vice President (SVP) of Engineering, you will be a key driver for technical excellence, innovation and the application of consistent policies and practices across the entire Company geographies. In this role, you will act as the voice of engineering. You will be operating at the intersection of senior leadership and regional execution, you will lead, guide and influence the development of operational and sales strategy for the engineering organization, as we expand across an ever-growing branch and regional footprint. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of our engineering practices, leading a team to deliver robust and scalable solutions and making Engineering a
core
service offering. We are seeking someone located in Irving/DFW or Houston TX, Regina (Canada), Chicago IL or Nashville, TN. We may consider someone remotely if they reside close to one of our engineering hubs and are willing to travel.
Job Responsibilities and Expectations:
As a key member of the COO team, work with Corporate staff members and regional VPs to promote Engineering services.
Provide proactive and strategic leadership for the electrical engineering discipline and function, offering direction, expertise, and support to ensure a successful engineering strategy is realized.
Build a unified engineering organization across all regions that leverages the significant in-house experience to provide engineering solutions at the branch level
Build a collaborative team of regional leaders that support each other while expanding the engineering capabilities for
One Shermco
.
Establish a strong relationship with sales leaders (at multiple levels) to find, pursue and win engineering studies and projects across the client spectrum. Support the sales team with engineering expertise, engage with potential clients
Support the overall long-term growth strategy and pipeline development of Electrical Engineering work in all disciplines. Oversee and manage an annual engineering services sales budget to include top line growth
Ensure that engineering discipline certifications, accreditations, and value proposition is developed and continuously improved. Remain current in latest electrical engineering techniques and practices.
Lead and mentor a team of engineering leaders, providing strategic guidance and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical roadmaps and ensure alignment with business objectives.
Hands-on involvement in setting engineering standards
Conduct regular reviews of engineering initiatives, ensuring adherence to best practices and high-quality consistent standards. Promote the use of standardized templates and estimating tools
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. An MBA is highly desired.
12+ years of relevant post education experience in electrical engineering and infrastructure design for capital projects in power generation, transmission, and distribution at a utility, industrial, or commercial scale.
5 years of experience working as a VP of Engineering in power systems/engineering
Ideally we are seeking someone from an OEM ($50M+ in revenue)
Professional Engineer license preferred (multi-state preferred).
Advanced proficiency with electrical engineering principles, practices, process, design/build, standard of care, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues.
Strong working knowledge of relevant engineering and electrical construction laws, codes, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements, and the business impact upon the organization.
Works independently and provides guidance and leadership to mid-level to senior level team or project members, with strict adherence to QA/QC and Safety.
Excellent leadership and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively, persuasively, and tactfully interact with employees at all levels of the organization.
Tactical lateral thinking and strong analytical skills with attention to detail and prioritization of responsibilities in a pressure work environment.
Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including senior management, clients, regulators, and company-wide staff, including those with whom no formal hierarchical relationship exits.
Advanced proficiency with office automation, discipline-specific design software
M&A experience
Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet business needs.
Travel as required to all regions of the organization
Other Requirements:
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and periodic, unannounced random drug tests
Must be able to pass a pre-employment criminal background check
All offers are conditioned on acceptable results from a background check and drug and alcohol screening
Must be available to work overtime and travel out of town periodically
Must have a valid driver's license, and currently have and be able to maintain a good driving record
Must be available for periodic domestic travel; international travel a plus and U.S. passport desired
Must be able to fluently read, write, and speak English.
Retail Assistant Manager
Gray, TN Job
Join Our Dynamic Team as an Assistant Manager at Our Thriving C onvenience Store! Are you ready to drive success and be the fuel behind a thriving convenience store? We are on the lookout for energetic Assistant Managers to supercharge our team
Why Join Us:
$1000 Sign On Bonus - Paid After 6 Months in Position
Weekly Paychecks: Enjoy the immediate reward of your hard work with weekly pay.
Monthly Bonuses: Potential to earn extra based on performance - your effort directly boosts your earnings!
Career Advancement: This isn't just a job; it's a launchpad into leadership roles. Grow with us!
Generous 401(k) Plan: We match your contributions up to 6% - we invest in your future as much as you do.
Paid Time Off: Recharge with well-deserved breaks. Your well-being matters!
Insurance Benefits: Comprehensive insurance coverage to ensure your peace of mind.
Pay Rate: $13.00/Hr
Responsibilities
Team up with the Store Manager to steer all store operations.
Dive into recruitment, nurturing a skilled and enthusiastic store crew.
Offer inspirational feedback, fostering a motivated work environment.
Craft employee schedules, ensuring our station runs like a well-oiled machine.
Take charge of inventory, from ordering to stocking, keeping us well-supplied.
Maintain our station's sparkle, ensuring a safe and welcoming space for everyone.
Manage key financial aspects, keeping us on the road to success.
Step in for the Store Manager, ensuring smooth sailing even on their day off.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
18 years of age or older for AR, CT, FL, LA, MI, MA, MS, MO, NC, SC, TX, TN, AZ, and CO/ 21 years of age for all other states
Access to a car or other motorized vehicle.
Liability insurance on such vehicle.
Flexibility Master: Ready to work various shifts and days, adapting to our dynamic environment.
Fluent in English with basic math prowess - you're comfortable with numbers!
Prepared to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Eager to learn, especially if you're in Tennessee and ready to master Topshelf Manager Training.
Benefits: For information on benefits offered, please click on the hyperlink below. ***********************************
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Principal System Design Engineer FACTS & HVDC
Remote or Pennsylvania Job
Mitsubishi Electric Power Products (MEPPI) serves the North American power systems, rail transportation, and large visual display markets with electrical and electronic products, systems, and services.
MEPPI is looking for a Principal System Design Engineer to provide technical consultation and leadership for FACTS and HVDC system design, equipment design and rating, and system configuration for the Substation Division (SSD). Determine novel applications and improvements for power electronics products.
This position will report to the Manager, FACTS and HVDC Product Lines, who oversees a team of Sales Engineers and System Designers focused on utility grade electrical substation projects.
We can consider remote based in the U.S. but will require 50-60% travel both domestic and some international. Up to 30% of travel is required for Pittsburgh-based candidates.
What You'll Do:
Lead and oversee design studies for FACTS and HVDC systems, such as harmonic filter design, loss calculation, audible noise analysis, and control performance analysis. Direct and review technical studies performed by other departments and outside services.
Lead and develop advanced equipment design and rating calculations for FACTS and HVDC systems, including development of one-line diagram of FACTS and HVDC systems.
Provide technical consultation in the areas of FACTS and HVDC protection and control systems, operation methods of FACTS and HVDC systems, and lead site commissioning testing of FACTS and HVDC systems.
Develop equipment specifications for power electronic converters, cooling systems, large power transformers, and another main circuit equipment.
Lead local design and commissioning efforts.
Coordinate system design through implementation of equipment factory test and real-time digital simulator testing.
Guide field engineers and service personnel with start-up, troubleshooting and repair of FACTS and HVDC systems. Coordinate the response to issues in field by providing on time solutions to installation and testing issues.
Contribute to the advancement of FACTS & HVDC product development through collaboration with Mitsubishi Electric's global engineering teams by reporting on new product developments emerging in the industry.
Assist in the development of market studies and sales plans to promote the continued health and growth of the FACTS and HVDC business.
Create, implement and modify FACTS and HVDC design procedures.
Conduct technical presentations for customers and lead meetings with customers to execute FACTS and HVDC Sales plan. Assist and support Sales Team with bids and technical proposal development.
Monitor factory and field test plans to ensure adequate techniques and uniform, cost effective practices. Review and interpret factory test results for power electronics equipment and systems.
Oversee the creation and maintenance of design standards
Maintain a robust network of industry contacts comprising FACTS and HVDC customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants. Influence trade organization standards by establishing and leading technical committee tasks.
Lead cost reduction initiatives for power electronics equipment and system designs.
Further the goals and positive, professional image of the Substation Division by conducting business with other MEPPI departments and outside contacts in a timely and cooperative manner.
What You Bring:
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Power Electronics Engineering with a minimum 10 years of experience in FACTS or HVDC system engineering, or equivalent education and experience.
Advanced knowledge of power electronics, electrical transmission systems and substation equipment,
Advanced knowledge of substation theory, protection and control, including fundamental concepts of feedback control.
Advanced knowledge of harmonic and harmonic filtering equipment design methods.
Advanced interpersonal, communication, presentation, and technical writing skills.
Advanced analytical and problem solving skills.
Ability to read, understand and create technical drawings and material.
Ability to conceptualize novel power electronics applications and improvements to existing designs.
Ability to analyze technical products and market need to arrive at an appropriate product roadmap.
Advanced computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office products and understanding MATLAB, Simulink, and power systems simulation software.
What's in It for You?
Comprehensive Health Coverage: We've got you covered! MEPPI pays 90% of the cost for medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring you and your family can focus on staying healthy without the stress of high costs.
Retirement Plans: Secure your future with our 401(k) plan, where MEPPI matches up to 4% of your contributions. Your financial wellness is just as important to us as it is to you.
Generous Paid Time Off: Work-life balance is key. Begin earning vacation after just 90 days, plus 12 paid holidays per year.
Career Development: We're invested in your growth. Take advantage of our training programs and educational assistance to elevate your skills and advance your career.
Exclusive Employee Discounts: Being part of the MEPPI family comes with perks! Enjoy profit sharing and special discounts on our products and services, designed to make your life better.
Why MEPPI?
At MEPPI, you're not just another team member-you're part of a mission to innovate and make an impact. As a U.S. affiliate of Mitsubishi Electric, we're a leader in providing cutting-edge solutions for power systems and rail transportation. Join our collaborative environment where your ideas matter, and your skills help shape the future.
About Us: Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. is a leader in the North American power systems, rail transportation, and large visual display markets. Join us, and be part of a global team that's driving the future of transportation and energy solutions.
Equal Opportunity Employer: MEPPI is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and ensure that every candidate is considered fairly.
Notice to Agencies and Search Firms: MEPPI is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted without a signed search agreement will become the property of MEPPI, and no fee will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result of an unsolicited referral.