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Genemarkers is accepting applications for a Molecular Biology Laboratory Manager. This is a full-time position that will report directly to the company president in Kalamazoo. This is a mid-senior level position in biotechnology.

Job Responsibilities
 • Provides direct supervision of lab staff, including scheduling, staff training, performance management, and monitoring of workflow to ensure lab efficiency.

 • Performs all duties associated with a Molecular Technologist and provides technical coverage including participation in assay development and preparation of maintenance protocols according to company standards.

 • Supervises proper maintenance of laboratory equipment; monitors QA and equipment controls; maintains records and procedures for management requirements.

 • Supervises laboratory supply orders; maintains inventory; generates/updates cost analysis and researches capital purchases.

 • Must be able to communicate both orally and in writing with staff and professional colleagues.

 • Assures that proper competency and training documentation is maintained.

 •  Maintains instrumentation service agreements\warranties and communicates changes to lab personnel.

Desired Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, demonstrates the ability to analyze and evaluate innovative ideas, exhibits a collaborative approach and possesses strong communication skills.

• Masters or PhD and a minimum of 5 years experience in relevant field.

• Hands-on experience with RNA/DNA isolation, microarray analysis, qPCR, cell culture, statistics/bioinformatics, knowledge of Next-Gen sequencing a plus.

 • Experience in Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory a plus.

Company Description
Genemarkers is a young, rapidly growing contract research organization located in Kalamazoo, Mich., that specializes in genomics technologies, providing genomics research services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology and personal care companies.

CSM Group is seeking Human Resource Manager for its Kalamazoo, Mich., location. This is a full-time. mid-senior level position in the construction industry.

Job Description
The Human Resources Manager is responsible for developing, organizing, implementing, managing and evaluating the organization’s human resources functions while fostering an engaging environment to empower employees to be successful.

The person who accepts this position must have skills in program assistance in employee career planning and development as well as participation in the corporate strategic planning process.  

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for translation of the strategic plan into HR operational plans and goals that are in alignment with being a talent driven organization.  The position is responsible for ensuring Human Resources functions in accordance to company policy and procedures, follows ethical business practices and governmental regulations and policies.

This position is an opportunity for CSM to elevate its Human Resource department, which fosters an engaging environment to empower our people to be successful.

Desired Skills and Experience

Required Competencies:  
• Take initiative and do whatever it takes to achieve goals.

• Accept responsibility for actions and results.

• Build trust with others through openness and candor; be truthful and forthright in communications.

• Enjoy supporting and coaching others to be successful.

• Develop and maintain a wide network of strong internal relationships.

• Listen, observe and strive to gain understanding of others.

• Treat all people with respect, courtesy and consideration.

• Maintain poise under stressful or challenging situations.

• Effectively manage time and priorities to meet deadlines.

• Computer literacy including Microsoft Office.

• Broad knowledge of Human Resource functions.

• Have a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and five or more years HR experience.

Some of the major areas of responsibility include:
• Succession Planning Support.

• Work with executive team to create and execute a succession plan.

• Employee Retention.

• Create and implement an employee retention plan.

• Employee Training and Development.

• Develop and implement an annual Employee Development Plan that supports core competencies and aligns with the corporate strategic plan.

• Recruitment and Hiring.

• Work with CSM team leaders to develop staffing strategies.

• Human Resource Administration.

• Further develop and implement Human Resource policies and procedures.

•  Maintain legal compliance.                       

Company Description
CSM Group was founded in 1983 in Kalamazoo, Mich., CSM Group is currently providing construction management services nationwide in four market segments: Healthcare, Education, Food and Beverage, and Commercial Projects.

It has been voted one of the 101 Best and Brightest places to work in West Michigan for five consecutive years. Please visit the company's website  for more information.

Eaton Corp. is seeking a Specialist Controls Engineer for its Commercial Vehicle Transmission product line. This is a full-time position for a mid-senior level engineer at the company’s Galesburg, Mich., location.

The person who accepts this position is part of a team developing controls solutions within a transmission development program. As a member of the team you will define requirements, contribute to definition of hardware designs, generate algorithm solutions, define test plans and perform validation testing to meet requirements. In this role you will be responsible to structure development, resources and timing to achieve the desired result. Achieving the desired results will require individual contributions as well as contributions attained by leading, coaching and mentoring team members.

Primary duties include

• Define system level and algorithm requirements to meet product performance and reliability requirements.

• Provide leadership/oversight of resources to ensure product objective are met; including defining and tracking tasks, prioritizing and scheduling work, providing guidance, and arbitrating direction and decisions as needed.

• Achieve algorithm solutions, through self and others, to meet requirements. Use pre-existing simulation tools to efficiently perform design iterations and optimization. Verify solutions created by you or other team members through simulation, sub-system and vehicle level testing.

• Drive implementation consistency across multiple resources contributing to the same Simulink model. Champion improvements in the methods we use to engineer our products.

• Utilize FMEA process at system level function and specific controls functions to enhance design robustness.

• Develop certification test plans at a unit, sub-system and vehicle level to fully validate requirements have been met.

• Analyze vehicle data from testing and customer vehicles to investigate, identify, and resolve issues and performance complaints.

• Contribute to continued enhancement of Model Architecture to support additional product features.

• Supporting prototype and production OEM vehicle integration and development efforts from the power train controls perspective (e.g., configuration, calibration and drivability).

Job Criteria

• Project management skills to assess task effort, manage priorities, report status and provide leadership to others.

• Good analytical and problem solving skills in mechanical and electrical systems.

• Broad understanding of vehicle drivetrain/power train systems.

• Thorough understanding of transmission power train principles, components, and system variants.

• Strong communication skills with ability to interface directly with external partners, suppliers, OEM’s and customers at the end-user level.

Preferred Specialized Knowledge

• Matlab and Simulink experience or other similar toolset.

• Expertise with CAN vehicle networks such as SAE-J1939.

• Expertise with Vector tools such as CANape and CANalyzer.

• The ideal candidate would have more than seven years experience in, or strong knowledge of, heavy-duty truck or automotive drivetrain/powertrain systems and components.

Basic Qualifications

• The candidate is required to have a BS in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science or Physics.

• 1 year experience in embedded control design, integration and analysis.

• 7 years overall engineering experience working with product engineers (and others) to implement technical requirements.

• Must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship needed.

MPI Research is seeking a Research Technician in general toxicology for primates for its headquarters in Mattawan, Mich.

Responsibilities

The person who accepts this position is responsible for providing humane care to all laboratory animals and will perform assigned technical and administrative functions within the guidelines and requirements outlined in a protocol or appropriate Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), thus producing sound, reliable data from which to evaluate the efficacy or toxicity of a test compound.

Duties and Responsibilities (the purpose of the function and result to be accomplished) include but are not limited to:

• Performs basic husbandry functions daily (i.e., feeding/watering, monitoring health).

• Carefully handles animals to prevent injury to technician or animal.

• Administers test article daily via such routes as bolus intravenous injection, subcutaneous injection, oral gavage, and intravenous infusion.

• Collects and documents data daily on an electronic data capture system or appropriate form(s).
• Performs functions used to evaluate the toxicity of the test article (i.e., electrocardiograms, blood pressure measurements, detailed clinical observations, body weight measurements).

• Collects samples periodically (i.e., blood, feces, urine).

• Punctual and reliable attendance according to MPI Research company policy.

Qualifications

•  HS / GED.?

• BS in relevant field.?

• Previous experience working with animals, preferred.?

• Basic computer skills.?

• Computer skills, commensurate with Essential Functions and including ability to learn a validated system.?

• Ability to work extended hours beyond normal work schedule to include, but not limited to, evenings, weekends,?extended shifts and/or extra shifts, sometimes on short notice.?

• Ability to work under specific time constraints.?

Benefits at a Glance
MPI Research provides the following competitive benefits:?

• Three choices of medical coverage, including prescription drug and vision coverage.

•  Two choices of dental coverage?.

• Medical and dependent pre-tax flexible spending accounts.?

• Paid time off bank and holidays?.

•  Retirement savings plan – 401K plan with company matching on employee contributions?.

•  Short/Long term disability plans, voluntary life insurance, and company paid life insurance.

•  Tuition reimbursement program?.

• Employee assistance program?· Employees at MPI Research also are given the opportunity to participate in company-sponsored events, wellness programs, self-directed work teams and open communications programs such as the All Employee Survey.?


About MPI Research

MPI Research, with global headquarters in Mattawan, Michigan, provides discovery, safety evaluation, bioanalytical, and analytical services to the biopharmaceutical, medical device, animal health, and chemical industries. Scientific knowledge and experience, integrity, trust, teamwork, and dedication to strong and enduring Sponsor relationships are the defining attributes that characterize MPI Research as a high-performance, high-quality organization that is committed to bringing safer and more effective products to the world.

Pfizer Inc. is seeking an associate scientist in biology for its Kalamazoo, Mich. location. This is a full-time position.

Role Description
Pfizer is seeking a self-motivated Research associate who is willing to work within a team setting on a variety of projects supporting analytical assays for veterinary vaccine development. This individual will be working primarily in a virology lab, while providing some bacteriological support.

Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include:
• Cell culture
• Preparation of reagents
• Clinical assay support
• in vivo/ in vitro assay development.

Qualifications
• B.S. in Biochemistry, Biology, Immunology, Virology, Microbiology, or related discipline with experience in mammalian tissue/cell culture, virological/bacteriological techniques, and the use of laboratory automation.  
• ELISA experience  is highly desirable.
• Must be willing to work with animals.  
• The candidate must have a strong commitment toward generating high quality data, be able to work under stringent timelines, and have a strong desire to innovate.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status.  Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act.  

About Pfizer Inc.
Founded in 1849, Pfizer is the world's premier biopharmaceutical company taking new approaches to better health. The company's employees discover, develop, manufacture and deliver quality, safe and effective prescription medicines to treat and help prevent disease for both people and animals.  The company also partners with healthcare providers, governments and local communities around the world to expand access to its medicines and to provide better quality health care and health system support.

Vaupell Holdings, Inc., a global contract manufacturer of custom injection molded components, is seeking a Program Manager for its Constantine, Mich., operation. This is a full-time, mid-senior level position in plastics manufacturing.

Job Description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned:
• Use program management tools and techniques to define and drive identified new business opportunities through a more complete understanding of customer requirements, prompt and complete responses to customer requests and requirements, reduced timeframe from new program identification to product launch.
• Primarily responsible for and manage customer requirements across all disciplines at Vaupell with support of General Management, NBD, operations, and engineering.
• Provide Design for Manufacture (DFM) assistance to customers including plastic part design, tooling design, and material selection.
• Plan, coordinate, and lead engineering efforts to ensure projects/programs meet customer and manufacturing requirements in a fast-paced environment.
• Manage programs from tooling kick-off to production-ready.
• Track, document and report on progress of multiple projects, interacting with customers and team members regularly to communicate program status and to resolve problems. Medical / Defense / Aerospace background a plus.
• Generate cost models with cross functional buy-in and prepare formal quotations in response to quote opportunities.  Monitor and manage project budgets to ensure that they're adhered to.
•  Personnel in this position demonstrate initiative in project management, team building, and business development; continuously seek to improve policies and procedures.

Supervisory responsibilities
Must be able to work well individually and participate as a member of a team. May be a team leader where individual has no formal authority over team members.

Desired Skills and Experience
Education, Skills and Experience
• Well-organized project management skills with demonstrated record of team leadership - program management background a plus.
• Experience with secondary operations: design, specification and integration of fixtures and processes.
• Strong knowledge of close-tolerance plastic injection molding part and tooling design preferred.
• Knowledge of mold flow, material selection and processing characteristics a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required – successful candidate will effectively facilitate communication between customer, engineering functions, outside vendors, manufacturing and multi-facility groups.
• Six Sigma / Lean Manufacturing a plus.
• BS in Engineering/related field or five to 10 years related experience.
• Experience working with customers.
• Experience preferred with various CAD systems: e.g. Solid Works, AutoCAD, Cimatron, Pro E
• This position requires intermediate skills with Microsoft Office software such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio.

Language Skills
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, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills
Understanding and application of algebra, trigonometry, geometry and statistics as it applies to performing job function.

Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with multiple abstract and concrete variables.

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 frequently required to sit and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

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 is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The employee may travel as a representative of the company to interact with customers / suppliers as the need arise.  It is anticipated that this travel will not exceed 15 percent.

Company Description
Vaupell Holdings, Inc. is a global contract manufacturer of custom injection molded components and assemblies focused on the aerospace, medical, and defense marketplaces. We provide advanced, integrated solutions to select customers in these niche markets and can assist in all phases of a company's product life cycle. Our facilities are located in Washington, Michigan, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Texas, and China.

Hydro Aluminum is recruiting an experienced Regional Controller for its Phoenix and Mexico locations.  This is a full-time mid-senior level job in accounting, auditing and finance. The ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, business turnaround expertise, preferably in a manufacturing environment, and proven financial leadership with multi-site oversight.  Individual must possess excellent communication and process improvement skills as well as the characteristics needed to establish and develop internal business partnerships across all levels of the organization. ERP systems, preferably SAP, knowledge is a plus.

Career Path:  Position provides excellent upward mobility for Senior Business Controller (corporate) or Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Responsibilities:
• Serves as a key member of the management team to drive positive business results with multi-site plant locations.

• Develops and mentors finance/accounting staff.

• Develops and drives financial and KPI initiatives/improvements.

• Performs financial reviews and analysis, works with team to execute recommended improvements.

• Performs month end close and financial reporting in compliance with GAAP.

• Prepares and manages Budget Planning process.

• Responsible for communication of financial results within the plant and within the sector.

• Handles highly confidential information/material.
  
• Performs other related duties and assignments as directed by VP Operations/CFO.

• Exhibits and lives the Hydro Values (courage, respect, determination, cooperation, and foresight) as part of doing business.

Desired Skills & Experience

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have a proven financial leadership ability; excellent interpersonal abilities; and a proven record of strategy execution.  Maintains honesty, integrity and professionalism in the formulation of business and accounting decisions.  Strong professional diplomacy, ability to work independently, and accept outside direction.  

Exceptionally self-motivated and directed.  Ability to influence and negotiate through all levels of the organization.

Experience and high comfort level working in matrix reporting structure

Bachelors Degree in Accounting/Economics, ten plus years progressive financial experience with at least 5 years as controller.  CPA, CMA, or MBA a plus.  SAP or Major ERP, Hyperion, and manufacturing facility background strongly desired.  Exceptional computer proficiency including Microsoft office suite

Solid understanding of metrics based performance management (MBO), strategic goal and plan development.  

Superior analytical, evaluative, and problem-solving abilities.  Ability to set and manage priorities judiciously.  Strong desire to learn all aspects of the business

Requires ability to travel in moderation.

Closing Information:
• Hydro Aluminum North America is actively seeking to recruit individuals with a focus on customer development and innovation.

• Hydro offers competitive salaries, relocation assistance, 401K dollar for dollar match up to 4 percent, and comprehensive benefit plans.

• EOE - Drug Free Workplace.

• Position requires the right to work in the United States- Local Conditions Apply.

Stryker, a global leader in medical technology is expanding its Quality Engineering talent.  The company is looking for the best and brightest Quality Engineers to strengthen its team and drive the business going forward. This is a full-time, mid-senior level position in medical devices engineering. As a Quality Engineer at Stryker, you will:

• Impact the development of cutting edge products

• Take a place within a fast paced and growing industry

• Be part of one of Fortune Magazine’s Top 100 companies to work for

• Implement new ideas, be constantly challenged, and create your own career path

• Take advantage of a world class benefits and training package

If you have a passion for quality and drive to succeed the company hopes ou will consider Stryker,, Stryker has enjoyed a 20 plus year record of earnings growth which has allowed us to invest in resources and innovation opportunities, employee rewards, community and charitable causes.  

This kind of organizational growth has created significant career development pathways and leadership development opportunities.  

We are particularly proud that Stryker has received the Gallup Global Workplace Award, recognizing us as one of the most highly engaged and productive companies in the world, and just recently Stryker was added to FORTUNE Magazine’s 2011 list of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” in the United States.

Candidates must have a minimum of two years of Quality Engineering experience and a 4 year degree in Engineering.


Company Description

Stryker is one of the world's leading medical technology companies with the most broadly based range of products in orthopaedics and a significant presence in other medical specialties.

Perrigo is seeking a Regulatory Affairs Project Manager. This is a full-time job in Allegan, Mich.

Job Description

The person who is hired for this job will:

•  Assemble and review data and information required for ANDA and NDA submissions and amendments for new drug products.

•  Work closely with all relevant departments to ensure availability of proper documents for timely filing of approvable submissions.

•  Communicate with FDA to resolve issues and ensure expeditious approvals and relay information to appropriate groups within company.

•  Assemble and file supplements for ANDAs and NDAs and Annual Reports. Review bioequivalence and clinical study protocols and coordinating studies with CROs.  

•  Implement post-approval activities including labeling and trade dress supplements.

•  Lead or participate in task force activities related to supplements and new applications. Participate in formulation of submissions and approval strategies for projects.

Required Skills

Masters degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, or Pharmaceutical Science and three years experience as Regulatory Affairs Project Manager, Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Regulatory Affairs Associate or related in the pharmaceutical industry or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, or Pharmaceutical Science and five years progressively responsible experience as Regulatory Affairs Project Manager, Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Regulatory Affairs Associate or related in the pharmaceutical industry required.

Perrigo is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Kellogg Co. is seeking a Director of Financial Planning and Reporting

Description

Kellogg Company has a new Director, Financial Planning and Reporting opportunity available in Battle Creek, Mich. This person hired for this role is responsible for the supervision and professional development of Sr. Managers/Associate Directors, Managers, Associate Managers, Sr. Financial Analysts, Financial Analysts and/or Associate Financial Analysts and may be responsible for the performance and results of a moderate size business unit or function. The Director, Financial Planning and Reporting serves as the back-up to Sr. Director or VP as needed.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Responsible for providing complex financial insights, guidance and direction for Sr. Director and VP roles across functions and business units as data provided by less senior roles.

• Ensures execution/completion of projects, key due dates, identification of opportunities and risks, and financial metrics.

• Provides leadership and direction to those finance professionals who are responsible for evaluating financial models to be used in economic/financial research and analyses for use in the development of business strategies and in subsequent analyses of results.

• Ensures project financials are in conformance with GAAP and company accounting policy.

• Provides subject matter expertise and consultation with other business units and functions to ensure consistency of processes and sharing of best practices.

• Typically reports to Sr. Director or VP role.

• Typically supervises 1-5 direct reports.

• Peer relationships exist across multiple functions throughout the organization (e.g., Finance, Audit, Supply Chain, Marketing, Sales, etc.)

• Interacts with multiple levels in the organization

Position Requirements Minimum:

• Bachelor's Degree in a Finance/Business-Related field + 8 or more years of related work experience or Master's Degree in a Finance/Business-Related + 6 or more years of work related experience

Preferred:

Master's Degree in Finance/Business-Related field plus 10 or more years of related work experience plus CPA/CMA Certification

Must have advanced PC skills with an emphasis on Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Knowledge of ERP and other financial planning systems is required, with SAP experience preferred.

Must have advanced analytical, problem solving, decision making, and communication skills and be detail-oriented.

Must have very strong leadership skills.

For more than 100 years, consumers have counted on Kellogg for great-tasting, high-quality and nutritious foods. Kellogg Company, with 2010 sales of more than $12 billion, is the world's leading producer of cereal and a leading producer of convenience foods, including cookies, crackers, toaster pastries, cereal bars, fruit-flavored snacks, frozen waffles and veggie foods. Kellogg Company's beloved brands, which are manufactured in 18 countries and marketed in more than 180 countries. For more information on the Kellogg Company, including its corporate responsibility initiatives, visit the company website.


Kellogg Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people.

The Coca-Cola Company is looking for a maintenance manager for its Paw Paw, Mich.,  location. This is a full-time, mid-senior level engineering job in the food production industry.

Job Description

Position Overview: Lead the plant maintenance function at one of our large/most complex plants. Position will report to the Plant/General Manager and serves on the plant's leadership team. Will be responsible for building and supporting Coca-Cola Company culture of continuous improvement and efficiency. Manages and develops maintenance team leads/supervisors and technicians. Develops and manages the plant maintenance department's plan, budget and activities.

Function Specific Activities:
    
• Develop and/or maintain an effective preventive maintenance program (including repair, modification and installation of equipment) in order to improve production efficiency and ensure optimum machine time availability.

• Review plant production equipment environment (e.g., technology, systems, quality, cost, efficiencies, yield) in order to recommend process improvements.

• Synthesize data and identify problems through operational and financial analysis in order to improve operational and financial performance.

• Track maintenance schedules for trucks and/or equipment assets in order to ensure preventive maintenance is current.

• Record and analyze plant equipment performance data using design and performance specifications in order to ensure optimum machine reliability.

Desired Skills and Experience

Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience

Related Work Experience: At least seven years

Technical Skills: Engineering Change Management: Knowledge of the principles of change management within an engineering system. Includes the ability to use engineering change documentation and approval to manage supply of parts, maintenance, installation, removal and refurbishment to a base of existing equipment to minimize life and ownership costs.

Equipment Evaluation: Ability to assess gaps in design and performance of equipment (e.g., fountain dispensers,manufacturing plant processing equipment), design corrective actions, and make basic corrections and repairs.

Includes the ability to work in field-based environment to oversee trouble-shooting, commissioning, repair, removal and improvement of equipment.

Warehouse/Facility Layout Design: Knowledge of warehouse/manufacturing layout or design elements (e.g., product flow, storage requirements)necessary for effective manufacturing or warehousing.

Equipment Installation Requirements: Knowledge of equipment installation requirements (e.g., electrical power, water, drain, airflow, space requirements). Knowledge and application of dispensing equipment installation principles.

Engineering Analysis: Knowledge of analytical engineering tools including critical path problem solving and root cause analysis in order to determine design feasibility and identify variation from performance specifications.

Honesty and integrity have always been cornerstone values of The Coca-Cola Company. Our passion for people of integrity mirrors our spirited drive for total quality in our brands. These and other elements allow the company to sustain strategic practices and drive business performance. The Personnel Integrity Assurance Program is another step toward making The Coca-Cola Company the premier workplace. This process includes a pre-employment background investigation that applies to all applicants employees and contractors of the company. The scope of this inquiry may cover such elements as education employment history a criminal history check reference checks and a pre-employment drug screen.  

Designated countries or sensitive positions within the company may have more stringent standards.

At The Coca-Cola Company is the largest manufacturer and distributor of nonalcoholic drinks in the world, selling more than 1 billion drinks a day. Unlock your full potential with a future-focused company that is known and respected throughout the world.

Evergreen Packaging is seeking a Business Process Improvement Manager for its Kalamazoo location. This is a full-time job in management.

General Job Activities:

Responsible for leading efforts around the key objectives of safety, environmental compliance, quality, scrap minimization and productivity, as well as to meet customer delivery dates. This Leadership position is a preferred precursor to further Leadership assignments up through and including Plant Manager.

Direct responsibility for building, documenting and implementing standard work certification processes and other elements of Work System Enhancements (WSE); has direct and meaningful impact on the systems and frameworks through which our employees work and make business decisions.

Responsible for implementing process improvement projects within the business. Facilitate change management and lead subject matter experts to increase customer satisfaction levels and business productivity using process improvement methodology and tools.

To be hired for this position requires basic statistics, comparative analysis, being computer literate and working with teams/people that may not have experience in process measurement.  

Responsible for the development of a process improvement program that will show measurable results in process efficiency, customer satisfaction and financial savings in all areas of the organization.

Specific Job Activities:

• Implement process improvement projects within the business to improve business results and increase customer satisfaction.

• Take total responsibility for projects assigned, create timelines, and manage all program elements   including proactive communications regarding initiatives. Keep management within Leadership & Career Development informed.

• Work with team members to create open communication, share information and knowledge, and maintain a positive working environment. Work on other programs and projects in Leadership as time and the business dictate

• Facilitate change management and lead subject matter experts to increase customer satisfaction levels and business productivity using process improvement methodology and tools.

• Work with Finance to quantify, document and monitor financial benefits of improvement projects.
• Establish control systems to maintain the gains achieved.  These systems to include financial, quality and business.

• Deliver and help write training programs to support continuous improvement

• Mentor/coach/support other Business Improvement Leaders and management through share groups, facilitation and project planning

• Support process improvement initiative metrics by providing reports and information on project status and results as required.

• Ensure that all requirements of SQF Code 2000 are being administered and adhered to.

• Implement and maintain quality systems that ensure procedures and processes are in place to provide products that meet manufacturing specifications and customer requirements; provide tools for educating team members on quality standards and specifications for packaging; standardize quality test procedures and interpretation of results throughout the division; create a foundation and mechanism for process monitoring and continuous improvement.

• Develop strategies to continuously improving the quality of our products and services, and the efficiency of operations and staff activities throughout the business.

• Lead quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

Skills:

• A demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others.

• Results driven

• High energy

• Business planning skills

• Problem solving skills

• Initiate and manage change

• Must have an intense curiosity in not just manufacturing processes, but also in understanding and action upon the process of people.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work well under pressure.

• Strong team player.

• Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of product.

• Knowledge of business and management principles.

• Computer literate.

• Knowledge of Food Safety Requirements

• Ability to interpret and administer SQF Code 2000

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Preferred


Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
uirements

• Ability to interpret and administer SQF Code 2000

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Preferred


Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Ralcorp Holdings is seeking a director of human resources for its Battle Creek Location. This is a full-time mid-senior level position in manufacturing. This job is based at Post Operational Headquarters in Battle Creek, but it will involve travel to all Post locations as necessary to be involved with all Human Resource activities.

Job Description

• Direct and coordinate Post Divisional Human Resources activities, including policy administration, recruitment/selection, safety, workforce relations and employment practices and overall Human Resources management. Ensure alignment with strategic business priorities and overall Human Resources systems and policies.

• Direct and advise on activities of Post Human Resources Managers to ensure compliance with policies and federal, state and local regulations, in areas to include EEO/AAP, NLRB, Human Rights, ERISA, OSHA, ADA, etc. at all Post facilities.

• Coordinate with Benefits Administration and Benefits Coordinators regarding employee benefits programs.

• Initiate and direct development programs for all levels to ensure continued development of people to meet ongoing talent needs of the Company. Establish advancement plans as appropriate for all Human Resources Manager positions.

• Assist Division Management in establishing human resources policies, succession planning, senior staff recruitment, and HR site budgeting.

• Initiate and lead labor relations at all Post locations, while continuing to provide overall leadership for our HPWS culture.

• Maintain salary administration program at all locations which ensures competitive, fair and equitable salary programs.

• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills & Experience

• BSBA with emphasis in Human Resources or related field required; PHR or SPHR designation or advanced degree desired.

• 10 years in Human Resources positions of increasing responsibility.

• Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills,

• Travel 45 percent.

• Employee relations experience in union and non-union environments.

Company Description

Ralcorp has proven to be not only a stable, but growing company with a Management Philosophy of creating Shareholder value now and everyday. Ralcorp's vision is to grow through both internal expansion and strategic acquisitions. Our net sales have grown to $3.8 billion in fiscal year 2009, with continued expectations for growth in the upcoming year. Ralcorp has created value through its growth, consistency and credibility. Through the years, Ralcorp has sustained its stability and has evolved from the industry leader for private label food to The premier mid-cap food company offering a balanced product portfolio.

Jones Lang LaSalle is seeking an analyst for its Battle Creek, Mich., location. This is a full-time, mid-senior level position in accounting/auditing for commercial real estate.

Job Description

Work with Jones Lang LaSalle team in supporting a key client on the following areas:

• transaction management

• property management

•  data management

• lease administration

• market research

• financial analysis

• benchmarking

• metrics reporting

Responsibilities:

• Work with the CRE directors and managers

• Develop pro forma financials

• Gather and evaluate economic, demographic and real estate market data

• Assist with preparation of client deliverables and presentations demonstrating value-add to the client

• Review and analyze legal documents and other materials as part of the due diligence process or as part of on-going property oversight

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external clients

• Market research utilizing internal and external resources, as well as self-generated surveys

• Interaction with clients and prospective buyers, lenders and investors

• Assist transaction managers and property managers

• Complete benchmarking and metrics initiatives

• Complete lease administration activities

• Complete financial analysis of lease transactions

Serve as an information resource – conduct research, compile data, process inquiries and perform special projects

Desired Skills and Experience

Requirements:

• Two years of commercial real estate or corporate experience

• Integrity and outstanding judgment in all business matters

• Desire to work in a fast-paced, high-energy, team-oriented, entrepreneurial environment

• Highly professional demeanor, exceptional work ethic, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail

• Strong professional presence and demonstrated ability to present to and close C-level decision makers

• Interpersonal communication skills and ability to interact with associates at all levels of responsibility

• Real Estate, Brokers or Salesperson license is a plus

• Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and problem solve creatively

• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word, with a desire to learn additional specialty software as needed

• Bachelor’s degree required

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to analyze and translate qualitative and quantitative data into strategic deliverables and business opportunities

• Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines with a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail and business maturity

Company Description

Jones Lang LaSalle is a financial and professional services firm specializing in real estate and investment management.
Operating from 750 locations in 60 countries, the company's more than 35,000 people serve the local, regional and global real estate needs of owners, occupiers and investors. In response to changing client expectations and market conditions, Jones Lang LaSalle assembles teams of experts who deliver integrated services.

Jones Lang LaSalle offers a competitive salary and benefits package. To be considered, please visit the company website at to apply online. All resumes must be submitted via the web site. Please reference Job: 18916.

Jones Lang LaSalle is an Equal Opportunity Employer.