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Eaton Corp. in Galesburg, Mich. has an opening for a Castings Commodity Manager. This is a full-time management position.

Job Description

This person hire to take this position will manage the strategic coordination of sourcing and supplier relationship management including developing commodity strategies, leading supplier selection activities, and establishing purchase contracts governing assigned commodities.

Emphasis is on selection and management of vendors so as to provide Eaton with the highest levels of quality at the lowest landed cost while insuring adequate capacity, on-time delivery, and commitment to continuous improvement. The scope includes supporting current products as well as new product development.

The primary responsibilities are as follows:

• Develop commodity strategy for required commodities. This includes segmenting the commodity into sourceable categories, developing and executing supply base right-sizing, three year road maps to improve supplier performance (cost, quality, delivery), and ensuring appropriate levels of capacity to support business unit demand.

• Manages supplier relationships and opportunities for cost out and product/supplier improvement, while ensuring production, delivery, and capacity requirements for all commodities.

• Participate in the activities (i.e., PPAP, supplier approval process, specification/print development when necessary, trials, etc.) during supplier start-up. Coordinate cost estimating and design parameters for new projects and products.

• Applies skillful negotiations with internal and external suppliers; conducts problem resolution and settles disputes; develops win/win solutions and creates positive relations with tact and expert judgment.

• Coordinate the exchange of technical information regarding product and product processing with adequate safeguards for confidentiality.

• Negotiate resolution (as required) of Eaton claims (i.e., cost, time, rework, scrap, labor, sorting charges) with suppliers regarding non-conforming material.

• Evaluate social, economic, and governmental information to determine the risks and opportunities regarding global sourcing (i.e., tariffs, dumping duties, exchange rates, etc.).

• Actively participate in teams working towards continuous process improvements, elimination of waste, simultaneous engineering, and advanced product quality planning.

• Support the corporate sponsored IDEAS program and its associated activities and tools.

• Develop productive relationships with others in Supply Chain Management, mentoring, teaching and training.

• Comply with Eaton standard SCM processes and policies both locally and at the corporate level.

• Locate and develop new suppliers to improve the capability of Eaton’s supply base.

Position Criteria:

• Experience can be replaced with strong technical commodity knowledge.

• Strong Communication and Presentation Skills.

• Understanding of key financial metrics.

• Knowledge and skills in MRP, MRPII, JIT, Lean Mfg., Kan Ban, Vendor Managed Inventory.

• Knowledge and experience with Oracle.

• Strong analytical/problem solving skills.

• Contract Negotiating Skills.

• Blueprint reading skills.

• Knowledge of iron castings and/or forging industries.

Preferred:

• MBA preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, engineering, or specialized degree in purchasing/logistics/supply chain from an accredited institution plus a minimum of five years of experience in the supply chain field.

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.

Landscape Forms, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for its business in Kalamazoo, Mich. This is a full-time position in manufacturing outdoor furniture for  public spaces.

Job Description

Landscape Forms has been designing and manufacturing high-quality commercial outdoor furniture in Kalamazoo since 1969. Landscape Forms is one of the 15 best small companies in the United States as awarded by the Wall Street Journal. The company believes that the right people are the key to our competitive advantage in the global marketplace. As it continues to grow, we have incredible opportunities for growth on its teams.
 
Summary

The focus of this position is to develop, implement, and maintain manufacturing processes for new and existing Core Team products. It is the responsibility of the person in this position to develop Standardized Work and tooling that allows optimization of Man, Method, and Material for the entire value stream. Also, it is the responsibility of the person in this position to recommend necessary changes and lead the projects as required to assure they are implemented.
 
Principal Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the principal accountabilities.
1. Operate within facility safety guidelines.
2. Prepare cost justification, quotes and proposals for new products and capital.
3. Responsible for production layouts, mfg. cycle times, and part quality.
4. Develop and implement work instructions, quality criteria, and other related standard work tools for associates.
5. Design production tooling and equipment and provide operator instruction.
6. Responsible for clear and accurate documentation and audit criteria for key process controls.
7. Collaborate with Engineers, designers, suppliers, tool builders, and associates for proto-types, new product launches, and specials requests.
8. Support Manufacturing objectives including but not limited to level production, Playbook development, cross training, and tooling preventative maintenance.
9. Facilitate problem resolution through troubleshooting and effective communication skills.
10 Responsible for meeting project deadlines, ordering equipment, and providing manufacturing support.

Desired Skills and Experience
Criteria for Success

Must have a history of achievement with an emphasis on problem solving and service developing manufacturing tooling and processes. Must have the desire to continuously improve and be willing to accept responsibility. Must be able to work in a team and build a network of relationships with a positive attitude.
 
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent skill level, training or experience in related field. Must demonstrate knowledge in the use of lean manufacturing and project management tools.

Experience working with GD&T is a plus, however, must be knowledgeable with tools used as part of a quality system such as PFMEA, Gage R&R, capability studies, tolerance stack-ups, standard deviation and the use of a CMM.

Must be knowledgeable in basic manufacturing equipment and their use including lathes, mills, plasma, welders, and presses.

Must be proficient in CAD and Microsoft office software.  Experience in metal fabrication, cellular manufacturing, and the properties of material used in site furniture such as steel, aluminum, wood, and plastics.
 
Must be knowledgeable in long-range planning and scheduling and ability to analyze data and compile detailed reports and/or budgets.

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed instructions and deal with problems involving concrete variables. 

The person in this position must possess a high level of communication and reasoning ability, as he or she is required to work with a variety disciplines and lead project teams.
 
Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Mostly office, but may be required to work in noisy or hot environment and around moving machinery. 

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to stand, sit, or walk for up to 5 hours.

Company Description
Landscape Forms is the leading designer and manufacturer of site furniture in North America. Landscape Forms is completely focused on site furniture. Our extensive offering of products includes transit shelters, benches, modular seating, chairs, tables, LED lighting, umbrellas, litter and recycling receptacles, ash urns, planters, bike racks and bollards. Studio 431, the company's custom division, offers the industry's premier custom product development. Landscape Forms partners with leading design professionals to create products that respond to evolving needs and conditions; to engineer and manufacture our products using cutting edge technology; and employ environmentally responsible materials and processes in our business.

Pfizer Inc. Is seeking a Principal Scientist for its Kalamazoo, Mich., location. This is a full-time job in pharmaceuticals.

Responsibilities

Pfizer Inc. Is seeking a talented senior scientist to join our efforts in the discovery of novel protein therapeutics for veterinary medicine applications. This job will require an independent thinker with the ability to effectively collaborate with other team members within the department as well colleagues in other technical disciplines.  Excellent communication skills are essential. This position will not have any direct reports and will not require significant travel.  Scientists with a keen interest in Veterinary Medicine and proven research ability are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Specifically, the incumbent will:

1. Serve as Metabolism & Safety representative/subteam leader for multiple concurrent projects

2.   Design and manage the conduct of in vitro and in vivo studies in laboratory and veterinary species

3.   Ensure that projects receive the correct level of support from all Metabolism and Safety technical disciplines

4.   Ensure timely conduct of quantitative bioanalytical assays for large-molecule compounds

5.   Prepare reports and present results to scientists and management in group settings

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Pharmacology, or related discipline with more than 2 years of ndustry experience (or BS/MS with >10 years of industry experience and more than 2 years experience serving as project team representative/subteam leader for drug discovery/development teams)

• Advanced knowledge of PK, PK/PD, pharmacology, and bioanalytical chemistry, particularly for large molecules (proteins/peptides, oligonucleotides, etc.)

• Comprehensive knowledge of methods for quantitative analysis (LC-MS/MS, immunoassays) and biological sample prep for large molecules (proteins/peptides, oligonucleotides, etc.).

• Working knowledge of principles and concepts in adjacent disciplines for biotherapeutic projects (toxicology, molecular biology, protein/peptide chemistry, drug synthesis/formulation, protein expression/characterization, etc.)

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in other disciplines on project teams

• Ability to work under minimum supervision and direction

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Fluency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Desired Qualifications

• Experience conducting in vitro and in vivo studies

• Experience with radioisotopes (14C and/or 3H), particularly conducting radioisotope-labeled drug disposition studies

• Familiarity with veterinary species (companion animals and food animals)

• Experience with PK modeling and data acquisition software such as WinNONLIN, WATSON, ANALYST, and others

Marketing Statement

Founded in 1849, Pfizer is the world's premier biopharmaceutical company taking new approaches to better health.  Pfizer discovers, develops, manufactures and delivers 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 our medicines and to provide better quality health care and health system support.  At Pfizer, colleagues in more than 90 countries work every day to help people stay happier and healthier longer and to reduce the human and economic burden of disease worldwide.

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.

The Arc Community Advocates of the Kalamazoo, Mich, area is seeking an Executive Director. This is a full-time directorship job in nonprofit organization management.

Job Description

Key Function One: Advocacy. The Executive Director (ED) will promote the needs and desires of individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD).

• Build and maintain relationships with community members, referral agencies, funding organizations, and other key stakeholders to support client service needs and the continued growth and stability of the agency;

• Broaden public awareness of persons with I/DD, as well as of the agency and its mission, programs and role in the local community;

• Communicate effectively with clients, volunteers, donors and the public;

• Identify and strengthen opportunities for strategic collaboration with other agencies, businesses, schools and groups;

• Lead in the effort to promote a positive image of the organization and the people The Arc Community Advocates supports;
• Garner community recognition of the agency’s work;

• Advocate for the agency and its clients at local, state and national levels; and

• Represent the programs and point of view of the organization to agencies, organizations, and the general public.

Key Function Two: Programs. The Executive Director will oversee all programming as determined by the Strategic Plan.

• Lead a planning process that establishes measurable goals, clear strategies and achievable action plans that are consistent with the strategic plan, mission and vision of the agency. This includes communicating a clear and compelling strategy to board, staff, funding sources, and partner organizations;

• Continuously evaluate, refine and oversee an organizational structure appropriate for the agency’s operations;

• Foster the development of community programs as needs change and new challenges emerge;

• Maintain an effective working relationship with the constituency, community, healthcare industry, and regulatory agencies;

• Ensure that agency growth is supported internally by technology, facilities, appropriate human resources, fund development and communication;

• Evaluate and keep records for all programs;

• Ensure compliance with all laws and legal requirements;

• Keep abreast of local, state, and federal policy issues related to I/DD and communicate the impact of policy to the organization’s key stakeholders; and

• Facilitate the annual meeting.

Key Function Three: Financial Management and Fund Development.  The ED will manage the fiscal resources consistent with the organizational mission and the directives of the Board of Directors, and will work with the Board to ensure that the financial resources are available to the organization to fulfill its mission.

• Prepare annual fund development plan including identification of potential grant sources, corporate donations, and individual donors;

• Write grant proposals for funding;

• Fundraise according to the Benevon Model;

• Maintain relationships with donors and develop new ones;

• Assure fiscal compliance with all grant contracts;

• Develop new partner relationships and strengthen existing relationships through donor recognition events and public relations activities;

• Assure timely and appropriate acknowledgement of agency donors and investors;

• Prepare annual budget with accountant and Board Finance Committee;

• Ensure that the agency is fiscally sound and operated in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, board and agency policies and procedures, and all other applicable rules and guidelines;

• Oversee all accounting functions including those necessary for auditing, budgeting, financial analysis, capital asset and property;

• Ensure that the budget supports implementation of the strategic plan;

• Be responsible for grants, funding and contract management; and

• Ensure that an independent CPA is engaged to conduct annual financial audit.

Key Function Four: Supervise Staff. The ED will establish a working environment that inspires and nurtures creativity and continuous growth, fosters cooperation and communication, and contributes to the organizational goals.

• Recruit, hire, manage, and empower staff.  Build an organizational culture that attracts, sustains, supports, motivates and retains a diverse group of highly committed and talented staff;

• Recommend personnel policies and administer those approved by the Board;

• Delegate tasks;

• Create, review and maintain Employee Handbook and Policy;

• Develop and maintain personnel files

• Analyze and coordinate employee benefits and ensure enrollment and termination of same;

• Ensure staff are properly trained, including orientation of new employees;

• Conduct annual staff evaluations.


Key Function Five: Board Relations. The ED will support and partner with the Board of Directors to model exceptional governance practices, fiduciary oversight and strategic leadership.

• Work with the Board to develop and implement a strategic plan and annual budget;

• Serve as a liaison to the Board and its committees;

• Implement policies developed in conjunction with the Board;

• Ensure that the Board is kept fully informed on conditions, operations, and all important factors influencing them;

• Give guidance on matters of program, publications, budget, and legal responsibility;

• Assist in the recruitment, training, and retention of Board members and volunteers;

• Attend all meetings of the Board and the Executive Committee; and

• Provide a written Director’s Report, including financial status, each month. Discuss report at each Board meeting.

Desired Skills and Experience

General Statement of Executive Director’s Function:  Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director is responsible for the oversight of all programming, advocacy, financial management and fund development, supervision of agency staff, and the implementation of policies developed in conjunction with the Board of Directors.

Qualifications: The candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree, three years of experience serving persons with disabilities, and experience nurturing community support and collaboration. Candidates will possess an entrepreneurial spirit with successful grant writing, fundraising, and management skills.

Company Description

The Arc Community Advocates is a nonprofit agency that serves people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in Kalamazoo County, Michigan.

Mann + Hummel is seeking a design engineer for its Portage, Mich. location. This is full-time mid-senior level position in engineering design in the automotive industry.

Job Description

SUMMARY:  The person who accepts this position will be responsible for developing and revising complex designs for new and existing products.  He or she performs and documents research and analysis of engineering proposals and products.

Products include: Intake Manifolds and Air Cleaners.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Actively participates in establishing conceptual design of MANN + HUMMEL products.

• Establish program budgets for design cost and timing in collaboration with the Manager-Design and Development.

• Leads the development of fully parameterized product models according to the program timelines.  Responsible for confirmation of product design throughout product development cycle.

• Assists with planning and formulating the research and analysis of engineering proposals, designs and specifications to determine the feasibility of product design, while minimizing the costs to develop and manufacture.

• Analyzes operational, validation and verification testing and research data to establish performance compliance for newly designed or modified products or methods.

• Updates project team of project status.

• Develops and revises Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis (DFMEA).

• Leads interdepartmental design review meetings.

• Supports Test Engineer in the research and/or development of specifications for product validation and testing.

• Provides support during product validation and testing.

Desired Skills & Experience

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or an equivalent combination of two years related experience for each year of education required plus at least seven years of applicable work experience.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software.

Demonstrated computer skills to be able to create and revise product models using (Catia, Unigraphics, IDEAS).
Ability to communicate easily and effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.

Company Description

The MANN + HUMMEL Group is a development partner and original equipment supplier to the international automotive and mechanical engineering industries. Employing 11,800 people at 41 locations worldwide, the company achieved turnover of 1.67 billion Euros in 2009. The Group’s product portfolio includes air filter systems, intake manifold systems, liquid filter systems, cabin filters and cylinder head covers made of plastic with many integrated functions for the automotive industry, as well as filter elements for vehicle servicing and repair.

For general engineering, process engineering and industrial manufacturing sectors the company’s product range includes industrial filters, a series of products to reduce carbon emission levels in diesel engines, membrane filters for water filtration, filter systems and complete lines as well as units for conveying, dosing and drying of free flowing plastics.

Rockwell Automation is seeking a Program Manager in Business Development for its Kalamazoo-area location. This is a full-time position in Control Products and Solutions.

Position Summary

Ensure customer satisfaction and effective program management by providing appropriate support and leadership with customer’s locations.

This position will manage the customer’s Repair and Warranty Program for U.S. locations and assist in reliability strategies.

The Program Manager will have overall responsibility for the program performance with customer.

The Program Manager will provide management experience to streamline processes, drive program efficiencies and consistency and recommend inventory strategies.

The candidate must act with a sense of urgency; have strong communication skills as well as great customer service skills.

The candidate must be a highly motivated individual that is able to multitask, excellent organizational skills, great problem solving skills, be very detail-oriented, be self directed and self motivated, and work independently as well as with a small team.

The candidate must be able to manage in-direct, non-local field teams.

This position requires the ability to travel to other Rockwell Automation and Customer locations on business for periods of one to two weeks as required. Approximately 50 percent travel may be required.

This position requires mobility in an industrial, plant floor environment and is subject to the client’s plant safety requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor Degree or equivalent years experience in Logistics, Business, Engineering, Inventory Management or Supply.

Chain Management

Some experience with project management methodology, process improvement tools (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen), or statistical data.

At least 5 years related work experience in sales, customer satisfaction or lean experience preferred.

The successful candidate will have a high computer proficiency in, but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio and PowerPoint.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with SAP is preferred.

Perrigo is seeking a QC manager for a full-time position in Allegan, Mich.

Job Description

The person who accepts this position is responsible for the management of all resources (people, equipment, and facilities), establishes standards, processes, and systems for services supporting PMI.  

The incumbent will provide subject matter expertise on events and investigations related to testing for PMI.  

The scope extends to material suppliers and contract manufacturing as needed.  

The person who accepts this position is responsible for Overview, Change Control, and Compliance for the Laboratory programs; cGMP and cGLP Compliance.

The incumbent will be responsible for the development and selection of laboratory and scientific staff.

Along with the approval of laboratory OOT/OOS and excursion investigations.

SME / Deviations/Incidents (Facilities, Manufacturing, Packaging, and/or Suppliers). In addition this position will be responsible for the management of budget resources, support for Production, Business Development, Validation, and/or Stability.

Required Skills

• Bachelor of Science in a related science or specific area is required (Microbiology, Biology, Medical Technology, Chemistry);

• Minimum of six  years of experience with progressive responsibilities and supervision in a cGMP regulated environment;

• Must be able to interpret and apply scientific and regulatory documentation and principles; and

• Must have proven ability to investigate a wide range of manufacturing problems and work closely with a variety of staff in both scientific and production fields; and strong verbal and written communication.

The Getman Corp. of Bangor, Mich., is seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer. This is a full-time position at the mid-senior level in manufacturing.

Job Description
 
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

Be part of continuous improvement process in Operations by helping to drive improvement in the supply chain.              

Create the reporting structure that enables this improvement process.

Support the Quality Control team in their effort to meet Department goals and Job related expectations by dealing with supplier issues that put a strain on building Getman trucks.

Work directly with the Engineering, Purchasing and Operations departments to improve the quality and ease of manufacturing Getman supplied parts.
          
Work with suppliers to maintain Getman Welding Standards and Procedures as developed by our Quality Control Supervisor.
          
Work closely with the Manufacturing Managers and Assembly manager to establish a reporting structure for issues and an open regular communication line that will help continually improve our supplier quality in turn improving our internal quality.

Create reports to monthly demonstrate improved quality and other continuous improvement with our supply base to the Director of Operations.

Work with Purchasing to help achieve cost targets with suppliers. This person will not negotiate pricing with a supplier but can aide purchasing in this role.

Work with Purchasing and Accounting to achieve a formal process where Getman can accurately charge back suppliers for issues that directly affect us.  Work with suppliers to eliminate issues like these from reaching us.  Require and review formal problem solving from suppliers to avoid future quality issues.

Work with Engineering to address specification issues that may result from suppliers.

Be the key Getman contact for current supplier part related issues.

Work with the Director of Operations and President to seek out new sources for supplied parts.

Travel as necessary to suppliers to maintain relationships and or handle quality issues that may arise.  

Other duties may be assigned. 

Desired Skills and Experience

Skills, talents and characteristics

Ability to:

Work independently or in a team setting.

Utilize spreadsheets and word processing programs and equipment and create reports.

Communicate effectively orally and written with suppliers and internal team members.

Read and understand blueprints.

Travel.

Understand and coach on effective problem solving.

Company Description

Getman Corporation is a manufacturer of underground mining equipment.  We are located in southwest Michigan. To learn more about our company please visit our website.

Send resumes directly to rreilly@getman.com.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking at research and development Medical Scientist for a full-time, entry level job at its Kalamazoo, Mich., location.  Expertise in scientific research and development and a master’s degree are required.

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Research & Development (R&D) Medical Scientist is responsible for the design, execution, and documentation in new product development. The R&D Medical Scientist’s primary role is in the discovery of methods that bridge pre-analytic specimen quality with downstream testing on specimen amino acid sequences, protein structures, and nucleic acids as well as impact on signal transduction pathways.

Secondary duties may include the performance of internal product verification studies and assist with external product validation studies: alpha-site testing (customer testing in-house) and beta-site testing (field testing). He or she will collect accurate data and prepare written research protocols, assist with writing conclusive research and development reports based upon in-house testing and field testing results.

The R&D Medical Scientist is expected to participate in creative collaboration with existing R&D Staff, Strategic Marketing Staff, and other colleagues across the company to strengthen product pipeline and to keep current on industry trends via literature, trade show participation, and participation in customer focus groups.

The R&D medical Scientist will interface with Strategic and Tactical Marketing for project updates and project transfer.

The R&D Medical Scientist will conduct training sessions with internal team members on the use of new products. He or she will ensure adherence to regulations for new product development of Medical Devices as outlined by ISO 13485.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• MS or PhD/MD in biological or physical sciences
• Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
• in situ hybridization (ISH)
• standard hybridization (Western, Southern, Northern Blotting)
• Protein separation, amplification & analysis techniques: Mass Spectroscopy, PCR, FACS / flow cytometry, electrophoresis
• Protein structure analysis techniques: FTIR spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy
• Nanobiology familiarity
• Technical / scientific report writing
• Familiarity with PACE/PACE++, ISO 13485, and GLP/GMP preferred.

Non-Negotiable Hiring Criteria:

• MS or PhD/MD in biological or physical sciences
• Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
• in situ hybridization (ISH)
• standard hybridization (Western, Southern, Northern Blotting)
• Protein separation, amplification & analysis techniques: Mass Spectroscopy, PCR, FACS / flow cytometry, electrophoresis
• Protein structure analysis techniques: FTIR spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy
Technical / scientific report writing

Company Information

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc is a world leader in serving science, enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. With annual revenues of $10.5 billion, the company has more than 34,000 employees and serve over 350,000 customers within pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospitals and clinical diagnostic labs, universities, research institutions and government agencies, as well as environmental and industrial process control settings.

Visit www.thermofisher.com.

Hydro Aluminum North America is seeking a regional controller for its operations in Kalamazoo, Mich.

About the role

Hydro Aluminum is recruiting an experienced Regional Controller for our Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Missouri locations.

Ideal candidate will have a strong accounting background, 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.

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, 10 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.

Further 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

Company Profile

Hydro Aluminum North America is a unit of Norsk Hydro, a global supplier of aluminum and aluminum products. Based in Norway, the company employs 19,000 people in 40 countries and has activities on all continents.

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is looking for a Project Manager for its Battle Creek, Mich., location.


Primary Job Responsibilities

The Project Manager is responsible for commercial or public sector, technical contractual activities on one or more projects of various sizes.  

The individual is the company's prime contact with the client and as such is responsible for promoting continuing relations.

He or she also is responsible for field construction efforts, design phase services and all subcontracting, as well as participating in all major technical, cost, scheduling and performance decisions.

Training and Experience

This position requires a minimum of five years experience as a Project Manager or project related experience.

A bachelor of science degree is required and an advanced degree and professional registration are preferred.

The position requires three years experience in the food, consumer products, or pharma/bio industries.


Affirmative Action/Employment Opportunity

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Jacobs does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of: race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.

Vaupell Molding & Tooling of Constantine is seeking a Sales Engineer.

Job Description

Vaupell is currently seeking a full-time sales engineer to manage and expand the relationship with current major customers and selected other target accounts with the objectives of making Vaupell the “go-to” partner for any service it offers. The results should be high customer satisfaction and significantly increased profitable sales.  This is a full-time position for a mid-senior level position in engineering within the plastics industry.

The ideal candidate will have a broad engineering background, be a good problem solver, have a good understanding of business processes, have strong organization and communication skills, and have the leadership skills to motivate others to a desired result.

Job Requirements

Develop customer relationships that drive identification of new opportunities. Work with internal staff to develop solutions addressing customer problems and requirements that help establish Vaupell as their first call when they need a solution resulting in increased profitable sales and high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Manage and expand (across customer organizations including engineering, supply chain, accounting, operations,product management, etc.) relationships with current major customers, selected other customers and prospective customers.
• Develop and execute strategies and plans for the customers for which you are responsible.
• Identify and develop business opportunities with the assigned customers/prospects.
• Understand customers’ requirements, plans and challenges
• Cross-sell a broader range of services/capabilities to existing customers
• Communicate Vaupell’s value proposition as it applies to customer opportunities
• Qualify the opportunities: need, timeframe, authority, money
• Develop solutions
• Assist and provide value to customers in terms of technical, business and operational recommendations.  As needed, leverage the skills and resources of the Vaupell team.
• With assistance from Vaupell engineer and operational staff,  formulate solutions with significant content from among the services offered by Vaupell
• Up-sell and cross-sell additional services/value add to obtain more content from current customers
• Propose solutions
• Work with customers to obtain and validate necessary information to quote jobs.
• Prepare package with requirements and data required for quote generation
• Work with Vaupell staff to generate costs, prices and quotes/proposals.
• Generate proposals and present to customers.
• Close - With assistance and guidance from management and others, secure new business
• Trial Close
• Address Objections
• Close Sales
• Be the “voice of the customer” inside Vaupell
• Communicate and manage, as necessary, customer issues and opportunities.
• Communicate customer needs to the Vaupell management and staff.
• Reporting as needed
• Provide periodic sales forecasts
• Provide periodic pipeline reports
• Provide periodic call reports
• Participate in business planning and forecasting activities as needed.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with others within the Vaupell team to ensure tasks required to support customer satisfaction and growth can be effectively executed.
• Understand and communicate current requirements and new developments in the markets Vaupell serves.
• Frequent  travel (within 150 miles) and occasional travel (outside 150 miles) will be required to develop and maintain customer relationships

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering (mechanical, plastics, manufacturing or other related field)
• Experienced in a role requiring significant customer interaction and relationships (e.g.  sales, program management, sales/application engineering, etc.).
• Creative problem solver, business and technical.
• Good verbal,written and presentation skills.
• Good skills with MS Office products, particularly Word and Excel.
• Familiarity with manufacturing operations, experience in support of medical, aerospace and defense industries a plus.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, management, external vendors and customers
• Excellent organizational skills
• Experienced with various CAD systems: Solid Works, ProE, CATIA and AutoCAD, etc. a plus
• Ability to manage projects, working to deadlines and within budgets.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Strong leadership skills and “Problem Solving Attitude”

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. It provides advanced, integrated solutions to select customers in these niche markets and can assist in all phases of a company's product life cycle.

Its rapid prototyping capabilities include Stereolithography (SLA), Resin Casting including Cast Urethane, Laser Sintered Plastic (LSP or SLS), CNC Machining, Metal Casting, Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS), Injection molds, Precision Machining, and short-run injection molding.

Production capabilities include injection molding of all types of polymers, including engineered resins such as PEEK, RADEL, and ULTEM. We are the market leader in the molding of aerospace interior components. In the medical device market, we specialize in bioresorbable and implantable products, and have Class 7 & 8 cleanrooms for production molding.

With nearly 500 employees in six operating facilities around the globe and registrations such as ISO 9001, AS9100 and ISO 13485; Vaupell Holdings, Inc serves top tier OEM's and promising start-ups in its selected industries. Facilities are located in Washington, Michigan, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Texas, and China.

Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek is seeking a President and Chief Executive Officer. This is a full-time job in management with responsibilities in developing strategy, planning and administration for a nonprofit organization with recreational facilties and services.

Job Description

Essential functions and responsibilities
• Serves as the head of the senior leadership team, to lead and motivate staff and volunteers to attain excellence in operations of the zoo.

• Ensures the operations, goals and plans are consistent with the zoo’s mission.

• Primary leadership role in fund development for the Zoo, both project-related and long term investment.

• Relates positively with diverse groups of people including guests, staff and volunteers.

• Perform within an ethical framework, build relationships, communicate effectively, foster teamwork and provide leadership to both the Zoo and the Community as a whole.

• Possess ability to work within the Carver Board Governance Model.

• Ensures the zoo operates within its annual budget and financial parameters.

• Develop and implement the strategic plan including exhibit design, long term financial planning and operational advancement.

• Represents the Zzoo locally, nationally and internationally.

Other responsibilities

    •    Set goals and priorities in performing job.

    •    Comply with all Binder Park Zoo policies and procedures.

    •    Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.

    •    Possess strong communication skills and the ability to present to large groups on a wide variety of subjects as pertains to the zoo’s mission.

    •    Have a passion for conservation and empathy for nature and wildlife.

    •    Be able to work independently and to plan, organize and handle multiple tasks as necessary.

    •    Work a flexible schedule and maintain presence at Zoo during weekends and holidays of the Zoo’s season.

    •    Participate within Community Groups, whether as member or board member, to ensure attainment of long term community goals


Physical and environmental demands

    •    Ability to work both outdoors and indoors, with exposure to all weather conditions, which may include wet, icy or muddy conditions and different terrains.

    •    Ability to read, speak and write English in order to fulfill job functions in an understandable way.

    •    Ability to perform job functions using the zoo’s network technology including all hardware and software programs.


Desired Skills and Experience

• Minimum of Bachelors Degree in appropriate field, graduate degree beneficial.

• Minimum of five years work experience in senior management, preferably not-for-profit.

•Possess a valid Michigan driver’s license or obtain within 90 days of employment.

•Experience and proven track record in fundraising campaigns, individual and legacy gifting, corporate sponsorships, development of grant solicitation and planned giving.

•Experience in development of planned giving program

Company Description

Binder Park Zoo is located outside of Battle Creek, Michigan, on 433 acres of natural forests and wetlands. In the past 35 years, it has grown to be one of the leading cultural attractions in the region. Binder Park Zoo was created on the model of an entrepreneurial self-supporting nonprofit organization, with oversight by a board of directors comprised of regional community leaders utilizing the Carver Governance Model.

Binder Park Zoo offers employment opportunities, education programs, and services without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
    •    Be able to work independently and to plan, organize and handle multiple tasks as necessary.

    •    Work a flexible schedule and maintain presence at Zoo during weekends and holidays of the Zoo’s season.

    •    Participate within Community Groups, whether as member or board member, to ensure attainment of long term community goals


Physical and environmental demands
    •    Ability to work both outdoors and indoors, with exposure to all weather conditions, which may include wet, icy or muddy conditions and different terrains.

    •    Ability to read, speak and write English in order to fulfill job functions in an understandable way.

    •    Ability to perform job functions using the zoo’s network technology including all hardware and software programs.


Desired Skills and Experience
    •    Minimum of Bachelors Degree in appropriate field, graduate degree beneficial.

    •    Minimum of five years work experience in senior management, preferably not-for-profit.

    •    Possess a valid Michigan driver’s license or obtain within 90 days of employment.

    •    Experience and proven track record in fundraising campaigns, individual and legacy gifting, corporate sponsorships, development of grant solicitation and planned giving.
    •    Experience in development of planned giving program

Company Description
Binder Park Zoo is located outside of Battle Creek, Michigan, on 433 acres of natural forests and wetlands. In the past 35 years, it has grown to be one of the leading cultural attractions in the region. Binder Park Zoo was created on the model of an entrepreneurial self-supporting nonprofit organization, with oversight by a board of directors comprised of regional community leaders utilizing the Carver Governance Model.

Binder Park Zoo offers employment opportunities, education programs, and services without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Pfizer is seeking an Associate Director and Manager for its Swine Biological area in Kalamazoo, Mich. This is a full-time management job for a director in the pharmaceutical industry.

Job Description

• Responsible for leading efforts in the design and for implementing swine studies to test the safety and efficacy of biological products. This includes obtaining clinical samples, conducting clinical evaluations and writing of facility procedures and study protocols.

•  Responsible for collecting and maintaining accurate documentation to meet regulatory requirements for conducting swine studies.

•  Responsible for interpreting and correlating clinical results and preparing reports.

• Responsible for participation on research project teams with the goal to license animal health biologics.

• Responsible for establishing contacts with external experts and third party contractors for the conduct of swine studies.

• Up to 25 percent travel is required.

Desired Skills and Experience

Educational Background:
Minimum: DVM or BS/MS
Desirable: PhD or DVM with post-graduate training

Work Experience/Skills

Minimum: DVM with a minimum of two years experience in swine medicine or BS/MS with five years experience in the biological sciences and/or of research in an academic institution or the pharmaceutical industry.

Desirable: PhD or DVM with post-graduate training in swine clinical veterinary medicine or in a scientific discipline relevant to animal disease. Experience as a project leader for biological product research and development.


Other Attributes Desirable:

A good understanding of disease pathogenesis and laboratory clinical assays.
Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
Demonstration of initiative, independent thinking, strong interpersonal skills and an ability to pay attention to detail.

Ability to meet multiple project timelines.

Company Description

Pfizer is committed to applying science and our global resources to improve health and well-being at every stage of life. We strive to provide access to safe, effective and affordable medicines and related health care services to the people who need them.