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Kellogg Company is look for a Human Resources Director for its Battle Creek, Michigan location.

Job Description
Kellogg Company knows its people and leaders drive business performance, and as an HR professional you know what it takes for great talent to flourish and thrive. You have already proven yourself as a strong HR Generalist with expertise and passion for talent development, and you are ready for the next challenge.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING
• Leveraging your HR Generalist expertise by partnering with key stakeholders to deliver business focused development interventions that enable our organization to drive performance, innovation and business growth.

• Aligning development initiatives to our overarching Company Vision, Purpose and Business Growth Strategies. Leading organizational-wide executive development initiatives, such as the “WK Kellogg Leadership Academy” and Executive Leadership Conferences.

• Collaborating with Senior Global Business Leaders to assess current and future organizational capability needs. Proactively maintaining knowledge of the business environment and external market place, and how this impacts on people and their development. Reinforcing existing people capability to sustain and grow business results.

• Engaging in executive level coaching and facilitation. Enabling our senior managers to be great leaders of others.

• Creating and deploying a new, business focused L and D Curriculum to support the launch of our refreshed Kellogg Leadership and People Capability Framework. Where relevant leading or supporting Global L and D initiatives.

Desired Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will demonstrate a hunger to drive business performance, grow your HR Generalist career and succeed in talent development, to be considered for this position you must be able to meet the following requirements:

Required:
• Bachelors degree
• Senior HR Generalist with significant and demonstrated experience in strategic HR business partnering. Has worked as a HR Leader, managing others and developing new strategies
• Experience of working in the CPG sector and in a global organization. Has worked and with global stakeholders to deliver solutions that work across multiple functions and geographies.
• Proven track record in managing projects, driving business change and delivering business focused HR / Development Initiatives• Strong business acumen and ability to align HR and Development objectives with the overall business strategies of the organization
• Strong experience in facilitating senior leadership engagements. Credibility to influence at the executive level
• Extensive knowledge in people capability, leadership development, L and D and how this applies to an organizational setting
• Strong presentation and advanced facilitation skills

Preferred:
• Senior HR Director with Fortune 500 experience, ideally in the food and beverage sector
• Master’s degree or higher in a Business, Human Resources related area
• Formal training, accreditation or post graduate qualifications in the field of Learning and Development and/or Leadership Development. Executive Coach Certification

WHAT ELSE DO I NEED TO KNOW
The successful candidate needs to be able to travel about 20 percent of their time (this could also include international travel, evenings and weekends)

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.
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AccroSeal, a high tech manufacturer of engineered plastic components for OEM’s in the Fluid Power, Aerospace and Pharmaceutical industries, is seeking a Technical Sales Associate for its Vicksburg operation.

Are you a pacesetter? Do you thrive as part of a committed team? Do you love to find creative solutions to old challenges? Do you want to make an impact and help your company and your career advance together? Are you passionate about helping customers go further, faster?

At AccroSeal your potential is only limited by your talents and ambitions. We seek people who care enough about performance to improve it. Do you have huge ambitions about what you and a team of committed people can do to positively change an organization?

AccroSeal has room on its team for a technical sales associate with several years of sales experience, mechanical aptitude, and a bachelor’s degree.

The position requires significant travel.

Responsibilities:

• Identify, qualify and develop new customers using AccroSeal’s technical sales process.

• Grow sales with existing customers.

• Work with customer engineering, purchasing and senior/executive management to find solutions and opportunities for AccroSeal.

• Up to 25 percent travel required.

This is a highly technical sales position. High energy and self-motivation is essential to building an excellent new customer base on which commission is paid. This position has a base salary with an uncapped commission structure. All business related travel expenses are reimbursed. AccroSeal is an excellent and financially sound business with high growth potential.

Please see the AccroSeal website for more information about our company and submit a resume with cover letter explaining how your specific accomplishments can be applied and contribute to AccroSeal’s further growth. Send submittal to Human Relations here.

Eaton Corp. is seeking an Supply Chain Management Program Specialist in Change Management for its Galesburg, Mich., operation.This is a full-time, mid-senior level management job.           
            
Job Description
Eaton Corporation's Galesburg facility has an opening for an SCM Program Specialist, Change Manager supporting our Vehicle Corporate Supply Chain group.

This role will act as the primary Supply Chain Management (SCM) interface for Truck North America Change Management business process improvements impacting current and future model products, including the Change Window Process initiative. The person in this role also will lead SCM Program Management for TNA Change Management Projects to ensure the SCM functions meet all deliverables for timing, cost, quality and delivery for the projects.

For this role it is important to be competent in these areas: Strong technical aptitude, project-management experience, knowledge of all SCM functions and systems, drive for results, positive customer relationship-building, and managerial courage.

Responsibilities include:
• Act as SCM leader for Change Management projects and as primary interface for Program Management, Product Engineering, Reliability Engineering, Operations, Finance and Quality. Responsibility, Authority and Accountability (RAA) for SCM related project scope delivery and successful execution within technical, schedule, cost and quality commitments.

• Execute leadership for all change projects. Seek team input to promote rapid resolution to issues. Coach and provide feedback to individuals in accordance with performance indicators.

• Determine key SCM program deliverables and timing based on TNA’s Change Management process including sourcing, cost, quality, and flawless launch/ramp-up performance based on APQP disciplines. Provides direction to the project teams in areas of customer-related issues, potential changes in scope, and risk assessment

• Manage the complete BOM for the Change Management projects to ensure accuracy of content and that there is a robust sourcing and launch plan for each part. Follow up with respective Engineers to ensure design specifications are complete and released on-time to support SCM actions and with Commodity Buyers, SDE, SQE and Materials Planners to ensure SCM actions are executed on time with high efficiency.

• Where applicable, initiate and/or participate in Sourcing Council reviews supporting program/project source selection, consistent with Commodity Strategies.

• Develop Change Management workload metrics for SCM and assess SCM Program Management, Commodity Management, Materials and SDE resource requirements needed for sustained effective process execution.

• Provide SCM leadership and participate on cross-functional teams for Change Management process improvement initiatives, track and communicate initiative status to the SCM organization, ensure development of appropriate materials, forums and deployment plan for SCM implementation.

• Comply with established SCM policies and procedures and support continuous improvement of EBE processes for SCM Program Management.

• Ensure effective change management process is utilized.

• Ensure standard program management processes are utilized and provide appropriate support to the project teams by coordinating PM reviews, and preparing and publishing metrics/reports for all projects (e.g. cost, quality,and delivery through all project phases). Coordinate all risks and requirements of the project into a complete integrated entity. This is accomplished by planning, controlling, and integrating all SCM related project deliverables and measuring each element to ensure the requirements and goals are achieved. Provide updates to the business units as well as divisional• and group-level teams.

• Align SCM related deliverables with customer and supplier requirements/contracts, pricing, terms and conditions and contractual flow-down through the organization.

• Coordinate and monitor projects as One Eaton Truck Group across global regions and business units.

Basic Qualifications
• BS degree in business, engineering, or financial discipline from a nationally accredited institution with 5 years of experience in a manufacturing-based business.

• Minimum of Five years of experience with program/project management tools and techniques.

• Minimum of Five years’ experience in, and coupled with, ability to apply, purchasing and supplier management best practices • including supplier selection, APQP, performance metrics/reporting, quality assurance, and continuous process improvement methodologies.

• Minimum of three years’ experience in using quality tools/methodologies (PPAP, APQP, MSA, SPC, auditing)
• All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship

Preferred qualifications
• Knowledge of automotive industry-specific quality registration (ISO/TS16949).

• Five years of experience with defining problems, eliminating root cause(s), and creating supply chain solutions and/or process improvements.

• Effective people/interpersonal, negotiation, communication and customer-care skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Three years’ experience in reading and interpreting complex drawings and specifications.

• Proficient computer/systems knowledge and application skills (Oracle, Matrix One, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).

• Ability to think and act strategically.

J. Rettenmaier USA is seeking a safety engineer for its Kalamazoo-area location. This is a full-time, associate engineering position in the chemical industry.

Job Description
Are you technically oriented? Do you focus on meeting and exceeding high standards of accuracy and quality based on established systems, technologies and guidelines?   

Are you a technical problem-solver who uses expertise and experience as well as a strong commitment to efficiently achieve high quality results?  

Are you looking for an opportunity to be the valued expert in the area of safety for a strong company? If this description fits consider this:

J. Rettenmaier USA is looking for a Safety Engineer to join its hard-working team.  

The Safety Engineer will be responsible for creating, implementing and maintaining health and safety programs in a multiple plant environment.  

Additional responsibilities include employee training and supplying support to the Engineering Department and assisting with project management.

Desired Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate will bring the following:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in manufacturing, mechanical, industrial or process engineering
• 3-5 years experience in an industrial environment
• Experience as a project or process engineer (ideal)
• Ability to multi-task and perform in a fast paced environment
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain composure in high stress situations
• Must be able to work independently
• Must be a motivated self starter
• Must have excellent organizational skills, detail oriented, strong time management skills and flexibility to adjust schedule as needed
• OSHA experience
• Willingness to travel, approx. 20 percent (within the US and to Mexico)
• Willingness to develop into a safety expert within the organization

How to apply
Please apply here.
J. Rettenmaier USA has engaged ADVISA to identify the top candidates for this position. Please direct all communications about this position to them.

Kadant Johnson Inc. is seeking a talented, motivated, and detail-oriented individual to fill a Product Development Engineering position. This is a full-time mid-senior level position for its Three Rivers, Mich., operation.

Job Description
The Product Development Engineer is responsible for the coordination and execution of the steps required to develop Kadant Johnson products.

These steps include:  
• concept development;
• feasibility analysis;
• form, fit, and function review;
• creating layouts and detail drawings; prototyping;
• conducting lab and field testing; costing;
• and providing product training pre- and post-product launch.

The Product Development Engineer is also responsible for establishing and communicating corporate design standards as they relate to Kadant Johnson products and materials.

Additional duties include interfacing with customers and prospects and supporting the Sales, Customer Service, Applications, and Manufacturing departments by providing product recommendations, equipment sizing, competitive information, and technical support, among other activities.

Desired Skills and Experience
The preferred candidate will have demonstrated business acumen in addition to a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and three to five years of relevant work experience.  

Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience would be beneficial as would familiarity with rotary seal design.  Strong critical thinking skills, the ability to apply logic to diverse situations, and technical aptitude coupled with excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential to the success of this position.  

The candidate will report to the Director of Product Development.

Company Description
For more than a century, Kadant Inc. has been delivering smart and efficient solutions to process industries. As a global leader in fiber processing, fluid handling, water management, and doctoring systems, we design and manufacture products used in industries ranging from paper to plastics and textiles to tires.

Landscape Forms is seeking a Lighting Support Specialist for its operation in the Kalamazoo area.

Landscape Forms has been designing and manufacturing high-quality commercial outdoor furniture in Kalamazoo since 1969. Landscape Forms believes that the right people are the key to its competitive advantage in the global marketplace. As the company continues to grow, there will be incredible opportunities for employees to grow on its teams.

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work for one of the 15 best small companies in the United States as awarded by the Wall Street Journal?
Do you do your best at whatever the challenge?
Do you thrive in a fast paced, hard working environment?
Do you value working in a team to continuously improve processes?
Do others recognize you as positive and approachable?
Do you thrive on collaboration?

Summary
The person in this position is responsible for helping the company’s sales reps with technical lighting questions. This person must be skilled at understanding lighting requirements and be able to propose solutions and answers to potential customers. The most successful candidates will be highly motivated servant leaders who can manage projects and effectively communicate with designers, management, team members and production staff.

Principal Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the principal accountabilities.
1.  Using AGi32, provide illumination plots to assist our lighting sales effort.
2.  Provide verbal and written responses to technical lighting questions.
3. Compose and update product support pages including FAQ’s, glossary, and other technical marketing documents.
4. Participate in training our sales force on basic, intermediate, and advanced lighting concepts.
5. Conduct LACES, AIA, and LFI sales presentations through travel or webinar less than 10 percent of the time.
6. Represent LFI within the IES, attending classes and shows while seeking Lighting Certification (LC).
7. Keep us updated on the competition and participate with continuous improvement ideas.
8. Other duties as assigned

Desired Skills and Experience

Critical Talents, Education, Experience, and Skills
Must have a history of problem solving and providing great service. Must have the desire to learn, continuously improve and be willing to accept responsibility. Must be able to work individually, or as a member of a team, use common sense and build a network of relationships with a positive attitude.

A degree in engineering, plus three years related experience is required. Must be able to analyze data from many variables and apply engineering calculations to design solutions. Must be proficient in AutoCAD, AGi32, Microsoft office and reading technical documents. Experience with drafting, lighting, electronics, metal fabrication, cellular manufacturing, LED’s or wind loads are preferred.

This person must possess a high level of written and verbal communication with a variety of audiences. Must have the ability to give clear instruction regarding technical data to both technical and non-technical disciplines including written reports. For example, to sales representatives, architects, engineers, vendors and production personnel.

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 industry leader in integrated collections of high-design site furniture and advanced LED lighting. For more than 40 years Landscape Forms has been producing site furniture and accessories that help designers and other clients create a sense of place in outdoor environments.

Cytec Industries Inc. is seeking a Production Engineer, to be located at our Kalamazoo, Mich., facility. This is a full-time, mid-senior level position in engineering.

Job Description
• Provide design, construction, and startup services for new process equipment installation or modifications; studies process and initiates equipment or operating modifications to improve quality, consistency, or cycle times.
• Ensure resources are available for a productive, smooth running operation.  Works to continuously improve productivity, reduce waste, and utilize lean manufacturing concepts and processes across the organization.
• Provide leadership and direction on Productivity and Waste Key Objectives.  Programs established to improve productivity and reduce waste centered on Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Lead the creation of a positive employee engagement culture in the work unit. Develop performance standards and performance plans for site leadership team.  Analyze and evaluate performance; institute development plans for staff as needed.

Desired Skills and Experience
• Ability to utilize computer applications including, but not limited to Maximo, KRONOS, LIMS, BPICS, BAAN, PCAT, PI, NCDB and other applications as required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering strongly preferred, with 3 to 5 years’ experience in a leadership role in Chemical Manufacturing.
• Develops scope of work and cost estimates for capital projects.
• Prepares Process Safety Information and conducts Process Hazards Analysis.
• Specifies instrumentation and equipment.
• Coordinates receiving, calibration, and installation of instruments and equipment.
• Develops contractor bid packages and assists in the evaluation and awarding of contracts.
• Prepares operating procedures.
• Assists in the development of environmental or other permits required.
• Assists Operations in troubleshooting or process problems.
• Recognized expertise in elements of continuous improvement and demonstrated success in leading significant change through an organization.
• Must be Customer focused, organized, detailed, results oriented and able to thrive in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
• Broadly knowledgeable and experienced with problem solving techniques, employee based decision processes, change management and integrated data / metric systems.
• Success working in a matrix organization in a chemical business and demonstrated success in developing, implementing and leading use of best practices.
• Analytical skills including root cause and consensus building to develop corrective actions to resolve open issues.
• Highly evolved communication skills (verbal, written, computer).
• Peer auditing and participative/lead roles within audit actions.
• Must have the ability to transition from technical task to strategic based on daily operational needs.
• Must have customer relations and community involvement skills related to advocacy for corporate initiatives.
• Must be able to establish relationships across all levels of the organization, both internal and external to the site.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment, but willing to take a hands-on approach with daily issues.
Cytec Industries Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

Company Description
Cytec’s focus is on innovation, advanced technology and application expertise enables the company to develop, manufacture and sell products that change the way our customers do business. Our pioneering products perform specific and important functions for our customers, enabling them to offer innovative solutions to the industries that they serve.        

Cytec Engineered Materials (CEM) is a global provider of technologically advanced materials making it possible for designers and engineers in aerospace, high-performance industrial and other extreme-demand environments to anticipate their time, performance and quality requirements.

The Kellogg Co. is seeking a Food Technologist for its Battle Creek operation. This is a mid-senior level position in the field of science.   
                                          
Job Description
Kellogg Co. is always interested in hearing from talented Food Technologists. The leader who is hired for this position will support food process technology projects and programs including scale-up and introduction of new Kellogg products, product quality improvements, productivity increases, and capacity changes in Kellogg North America Manufacturing. Engage with the company as you impact its success as a technical resource to various functions within the company and provide high impact support to project teams. Innovate with the Kellogg Co. as you apply your range of knowledge to create and define new processes or operating procedures that lead to competitive advantage for the company.

What will I be doing?
In your role as Food Technologist you will be part of the company’s success by:

• Exhibiting innovation in discovery, evaluation, and advancement of new technologies in the area of food/process research and development, which can have a significant impact on new products and/or processes, improved products and processes, and capital spending avoidance.

• Converting developed formulas to production formulas for the manufacturing facilities.

• Writing and issuing plant test/start up plans and reports and being able to effectively communicate verbally and in writing to stakeholders (plant and corporate) as appropriate.

• Leading or supporting new product ideas, ingredients, formulas, and processing as well as optimizing cost and efficiency on existing formulas and processes.

• Supporting the testing of ingredients and processes using Design of Experiments

What do I need to demonstrate?
As well as a hunger to learn and succeed in Research and Technology, to be considered for this position you must be able to meet the following requirements:

Required:

• Bachelor or Masters of Science Degree in Food Science, engineering, or related field.

• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, plan and coordinate project activities, communicate progress and challenges, and be a technical expert.

• Have flexibility to work beyond normal workday hours, shift work, and some weekends. Operation of process equipment is required.

Preferred:

• Leadership, cost consciousness, communication skills and diplomacy that will promote good relations with all facets of worldwide management and other technical and scientific disciplines in the effective execution of projects.

• Function effectively as a Project Team Member and Technical Expert.

• Internship in food or related field.

What else do I need to know?

• Traveling to manufacturing or test facilities 50 to 75 percent of the time.

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.

Johnson Controls is seeking a Weld Tech for its Battle Creek operation. This is a full-time job in engineering, quality assurance and research.
                 
Job Description
The successful candidate for this position will have one to three years experience working in the automotive industry. The candidate will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operation of the weld process. This person must have experience in basic troubleshooting, preventative maintenance and process improvements.

Qualifications
Knowledge of quality standards and continuous improvement is necessary. Associate's Degree (A.S.) in Welding Technology or related technical field required or equivalent experience.

About Johnson Controls
Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and industrial leader serving customers in more than 150 countries. Its 162,000 employees create quality products, services and solutions to optimize energy and operational efficiencies of buildings; lead-acid automotive batteries and advanced batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles; and interior systems for automobiles. Our commitment to sustainability dates back to our roots in 1885, with the invention of the first electric room thermostat. In 2011, Corporate Responsibility Magazine recognized Johnson Controls as the No. 1 company in its annual "100 Best Corporate Citizens" list.

Eaton Corp. in Marshall, Mich., has an opening for a COE Engineering Manager. This is a full-time, mid-senior level position.

Job Description
The Engineering Manager will provide engineering management and leadership for the Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) function for global Industrial Sector product lines in order to support business growth of the Vehicle Group, Hydraulics Group and Aerospace Group businesses.

Manage and develop a team of engineering professionals, project and program schedules and budgets, and provide technical direction to support key strategic initiatives.

Lead NVH activities with cross-functional participation from business engineering teams, program management, business development, technical service, customer support engineering, and systems engineering teams to ensure completion of deliverables to accomplish profit plan goals.

Lead NVH engineering strategy on new and current product development programs based on the technology roadmap and business growth strategy.

Manage engineering resources to ensure NVH performance of new product development programs achieves flawless launch status.

Essential Functions:
A. Supervises and manages the department activities within the NVH COE, establishes priorities within the scope of the group’s responsibility, and conducts regular reviews of group projects and activities to ensure delivery of profit plan objectives and business commitments.

B. Builds organizational capability by conducting regular performance evaluations for direct reports and global functional reports contributing to performance reviews of functional reports. Facilitates career discussions with subordinates and creates appropriate development plans to ensure continuous growth of talent and capability within the organization.

C. Champions changes to current procedures and develops new procedures to ensure continuous improvement of engineering processes and business systems.

D. Leads initiatives to evaluate and provide competitive assessment and industry trends through business intelligence gathering activities. Remains knowledgeable and informed regarding state-of-the-art technology and transfers this into tangible contributions.

E. Prepares comprehensive reports and presentations, and communicates this information to leadership, customers, partners, etc., in a clear and concise manner.

F. Provides input to profit plan to define project and program deliverables and accurately assess timelines, and resources to accomplish these objectives. Tracks progress on a regular basis to enable monthly reporting of variance to plan.

G. Interfaces with product planning and other business functions to ensure customer requests and requirements are captured in the strategic planning and portfolio management processes.

H. Contributes to strategic direction and advancement of current functional technology and development of new technology and product feature sets, to drive value propositions that command a premium for the associated products.

I. Leads and coordinates engineering projects and programs with external partners, suppliers, academia, and customers to develop technology solutions to meet internal and external customer requirements for the Industrial Sector’s product portfolio.

J. Drives the use of tools such as 8D, FTA, DFMEA, and DFSS/Six Sigma design techniques to ensure development of robust design specifications, guidelines, processes, and NVH design validation plans that produce robust design solutions for NVH characteristics.

K. Partners with global product teams, industry consultants, and contractors to execute on warranty reduction, reliability improvement, internal CONC reduction and new product development programs.

L. Interfaces with and supports suppliers and Industrial Sector manufacturing facilities to ensure production of world class NVH quality products and prevention of NVH related customer spills and ZMPD’s.

Preferred Qualifications
• Master’s degree in Engineering or MBA.

• 3-plus years engineering management and leadership experience with proven track record.

• Experience in NVH support of multiple businesses.

• 10-plus years of experience in, or strong knowledge of, heavy-duty truck or automotive drivetrain/powertrain systems as well as hydraulic systems NVH development.

• Understanding of global business markets and key customer drivers.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering.

• 7 years of Noise, Vibration and Harshness engineering in powertrain design.

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

Coca-Cola is seeking a Safety, Environmental Security Manager for its Paw Paw, Mich., location. This is a full-time mid-senior level position.

POSITION DESCRIPTION
The SES Manager II is responsible for development and implementation of required safety, health, environmental, sustainability and related management system programs and processes.

Deliver Results and Grow Business
• Facilitate Risk Assessment Process (FMEA, Health and Safety Risks, Environmental Aspects and Impacts) in order to mitigate risks.
• Conduct or respond to health and safety assessments/analyses in plant to minimize health and safety risks.
• Lead the implementation of the facilities wastewater quality strategy compliance tracking and review/approval of designs.
• Champion sustainability efforts within the facility.
• Perform other duties as required.

Develops and Inspires Diverse and High-Performing Teams
• Design and deliver SES procedure and management system related training modules at five levels: New Hire Orientation, Annual Review, Specialty, Contractor, and Management.
• Develop implementation strategies, implement, evaluate and/or certify effective implementation of ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001 and OSHA VPP programs and standards.
• Establish and maintain medical response program and emergency response organization.

Communicates Effectively
• Coordinate and communicate findings of internal and external audits to management staff, and ensure items of non-conformance are addressed and corrected according to schedule.
• Effectively translate safety and sustainability goals and objectives to all levels of the organization ensuring alignment on relevant performance data.
• Routinely review safety and sustainability results with plant personnel to maximize facility performance.
• Foster an environment that supports an engaged safety and sustainability culture.

Import and Export Good Ideas that Drive Change
• Participate in industry organizations to stay current on technologies, process and regulations.
• Seek, share and adopt ideas and best practices in and outside the Company and embrace change introduced by others.

Build Customer Value
• Design, implement and execute programs and processes to protect the safety and health of employees.
• Ensure facility compliance with good environmental practices.
• Ensure facility compliance with applicable regulations.
• Establish and maintain appropriate relationships with state and local regulatory agencies. Represent company on regulatory issues with impact outside local plant.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Education/Experience:
Education
Required:
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred:
Master's Degree: In Environmental Sciences/Management

Experience Required:
• At least 15 years of increasing levels of manager roles of people and processes.
• Knowledge of technical practices and programs used in the reduction of workplace hazards.
• Knowledge of worker safety regulations as they relate to manufacturing.
• Ability to design, develop and implement effective management systems (ISO 14001, 18001, VPP Star).
• Knowledge of procedures used to anticipate, recognize, evaluate and control physical, chemical, biological and ergonomic hazards.
• Ability to interact with government officials.
Preferred:
• Lean, Six Sigma
• Food or beverage manufacturing experience
• Expert in behavioral safety

Specialized Technical Skills
• Expert in biological waste water treatment operation
• Expert in industrial hygiene
• Expert in environmental regulations
• Proficient in Process Safety Management

Preferred Level
• Licensed CSP (BSCP)
• CIH (ABIH)
• State licensed Waste Water Treatment Operator
• Registered Environmental Manager (REM) or equivalent environmental certification.

Company Description
Coca-Cola Refreshments is the sales and operational elements of The Coca-Cola Company's North American businesses. Coca-Cola Refreshments USA, Inc. ("CCR") and Coca-Cola Refreshments Canada Company, are wholly-owned subsidiaries of The Coca-Cola Company and led by CCR President and CEO Steve Cahillane.

CCR integrates five business components into a 21st-century bottling and customer service operation in both the U.S. and Canada. The five components formerly were: (1) CCE North America; (2) CCNA Foodservice; (3) the Minute Maid and Odwalla juice businesses; (4) CCNA Supply Chain Operations and (5) the Company-owned bottling operations in Philadelphia.

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Tekna Inc. is seeking a manufacturing engineer for its Kalamazoo, Mich., operation.

Job Description
The primary purpose of this position is to develop and maintain robust, cost effective assembly processes and related documentation for use throughout the manufacturing facility, which is consistent with Tekna’s quality and manufacturing excellence goals and objectives. The manufacturing engineer's role at Tekna is to ensure Tekna’s internal and external customer expectations are met or exceeded.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Essential Job Functions
• Evaluate existing manufacturing lines including time studies, line layouts, component design, equipment, tools, fixturing, etc. to improve productivity, obtain cost reductions, and improve quality.
• Resolve manufacturing and supplier nonconformities with sound and long-lasting corrective actions.
• Work with suppliers to improve components, reduce cost, and correct problems.
• Provide technical expertise and support to manufacturing personnel.
• Write, update, and approve manufacturing processes.
• Train manufacturing processes.
• Assist in evaluation of personnel’s competency of manufacturing processes.
• Plan line layout and determine equipment requirements for new products.
• Review and approve drawings for new components and products.

Product testing
• Participate in risk management activities.
• Participate in internal and external audits
• Assist in evaluation and corrective action for returns and customer complaints.
• Assist with process validations
• Perform other functions as required

Position Qualifications
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Design Technology, or similar.

Minimum Experience
3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering role.

Specialized Knowledge
• Computer skills as required by stated accountabilities. Intermediate word-processing and spreadsheet skills.
• Excellent problem solving skills.  
• Solid knowledge of engineering fundamentals and a proven ability to apply this knowledge in manufacturing and new product development.  
• Familiarity with 21CFR820, ISO 13485, and ISO14971 is a plus.

Special Skills
Strong written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and solve conflicts. Intermediate skill level in Pro-E Wildfire.

Company Description
Tekna designs, develops and manufactures medical products for world class medical device companies. Tekna’s manufacturing and distribution capabilities allow it to complete the entire development process from concept to distribution. It is a small company on a growth path. Its quality management systems play a significant role in the development and realization of products. It ensures its success in part by complying with ISO13485 and FDA QSR.

Johnson Controls is seeking an advanced manufacturing engineer for its Battle Creek, Mich., operation.  

Job Description
• Lead "Design for Manufacture" (DFM) reviews, on assigned programs with product engineering team(s), including GD&T review of product(s).

• Develop "Technical Specification Package" (TSP) including PFEMA, process flow, performance requirements, product safety templates, machine safety and ergonomic specifications (SESS/SEGG), environmental requirements (ISO 14001) and specific customer requirements. TSP also includes OEM documentation requirements, Pre and Post launch support requirements and ultimate sign-off criteria the equipment OEM will be held accountable to, in order to get final payment rendered.

• Work with production plant to assure staffing, plant layout and utility needs and timing are understood and agreed upon.

•  With Program Management, identify capital, expense and resource needs to execute. With PM, author capital expenditure requests (CARs) and report on status (timing and expenditures) against them, including deviations, delays and potential risks to program timing. Penning of requisitions and delivery and tracking of purchase orders to vendors will also be involved.

•  Manage equipment OEMs to program timing expectations and deliverables. Maintain "Open Issues Lists" (OILs) on both equipment and manufacturing development. Drive resolution to ensure program needs are addressed.

• Attend and report out in scheduled SDT meetings with program team(s) on status to above activities.

• Work with the production plant to assure timely and proper installation and qualification of the capital equipment occurs, program expectations are met (financial and performance) and a smooth and effective transition and hand-off is realized.

Qualifications
Skills and Experience:
• Engineering Degree (or equivalent experience), prefer ME, IE or EE
• 10+ years experience in manufacturing (prefer automotive or related)

Essential
• Ability to work as part of a team towards common goals but with separate but often crossing areas of responsibility.

• Skilled in problem solving.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Proven interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills (will be working as part of a team on almost all aspects of assignments).

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments.

Desirable
• Program Management experience.

• Prefer individual with proven record of success with Capital Budgets.

• Automotive Safety Standards (i.e., FMVSS).

• Equipment background as Manf. Eng. or machine building background.

Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and industrial leader serving customers in more than 150 countries. Its 162,000 employees create quality products, services and solutions to optimize energy and operational efficiencies of buildings; lead-acid automotive batteries and advanced batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles; and interior systems for automobiles.

Northrop Grumman Information Systems sector is seeking a Technical lead for the Defense Logistics Agency Disposition Services Data Base Administration team who enjoys challenges. This position is located in Battle Creek, Mich.

The qualified applicant will lead the Systems and Software Application Support DBA team working supporting all DLA Disposition Services applications.  Northrop Grumman is seeking an individual who can lead a team that supports a variety of data management and database administration services and support functions. This includes mid-tier, and PC computing environments.  

Roles and Responsibilities:
* Represent the team as the senior technical contact on tasks and projects.
* Interact with senior technical personnel and other technical leads on technical and/or customer matters.
* Assists Database manager with the formulation and enforcement of department database policies and workload management
* Meet with customer representatives concerning projects, operational decisions, and scheduling requirements.
* Implement and maintains smooth operation and physical design of databases.
* Conducts performance tuning of indexes and databases/ provide back up and recovery/make recommendations regarding enhancements/improvements.
* Review database design and integration of systems, maintain security and integrity controls/ may develop stored procedures.
* Provide technical direction to less experienced DBA's.

Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems or a technical degree  with appropriate additional training or experience in lieu of education.
* 9 years of solid experience as a database administrator/database architect performing complete software lifecycle support.
* 5 years experience with Oracle database administration.
* Possess active Oracle Certified Professional certification
* Possess Security + certification.
* Solid experience working in a team environment in the Department of Defense.
* Good verbal and written communications skills.
* Applicant must be a US Citizen and must possess the necessary security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications
Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:
* 3 years experience working as a Database administrator or database architect supporting DLA Disposition Services.
* Domain knowledge of major Oracle applications at DLA Disposition Services preferably 10g/11g.
* Current access and permissions to the DLA Logistics Information Service operating environment and applications.
For a listing of all Northrop Grumman open positions, please visit the company website.

Northrop Grumman Corporation is a leading global security company whose 75,000 employees provide innovative systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems and technical services to government and commercial customers worldwide. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce regardless of age. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Fabri-Kal is seeking a Process Engineer for its Kalamazoo, Mich. location. This is a full-time, mid-senior level position in plastics engineering.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Job purpose:
Responsible for the development and enhancement of processing capabilities in thermoforming, extrusion, and supporting manufacturing processes.  Works with Forming Teams and Engineering functions to develop and implement processing continuous improvement efforts.  Supports initiatives requiring technical / engineering support in pursuit of achieving FK objectives in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost.  Develops sustainable improvements through the ability to train and develop shop floor and plant technical staff.  

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• Continuous Improvement and Problem Solving:  Initiate, develop and lead plant / forming team process initiatives to improve quality and output; supporting plant safety, delivery, cost and quality objectives.  Support quality and manufacturing functions thru effective execution of assigned improvement projects.  Provide solutions to problems thru sound root cause problem solving deployment.  Implement solutions effectively thru transfer into shop floor standard work
• Project development and implementation/management:  Initiate and or assist in the design, installation and commissioning of equipment in areas of responsibility.  Monitor modifications and upgrades and troubleshoot existing processes.  Integrate safety requirements and considerations into projects.  Work with manufacturing to develop standard work for setup, operation, and processing of new equipment.  Support Product Realization Projects both directly (team member), and indirectly (technical coach of team member) to achieve 1st time run success.
• Shop Floor Support/Standard Work:  Develop and support systems for thermoforming process using lean manufacturing principles. Work directly with assigned plant manufacturing areas to develop, implement, and monitor the effectiveness of standard work in the areas of S,Q,D,C.  Resource assigned help chain triggers.

Other duties as assigned
Desired Skills and Experience
• Four year technical degree with minimum 7 years relevant experience or similar combination of education and experience with history of progressive achievements.
• Thorough understanding of polymer behavior and processes
• Strong knowledge of engineering principles
• Training experience
• Good verbal, written and presentation skills
• Strong analytical, root cause problem solving and trouble shooting skills.
• Computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, SAP, etc.) required
• Experience working with lean concepts and activities

Company Description
Fabri-Kal was founded in Kalamazoo, Michigan, in 1950 with nine employees that manufactured hardware packaging. Today, Fabri-Kal is the sixth largest thermoformer in North America with more than 800 dedicated employees. Headquartered in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Fabri-Kal has three manufacturing locations in the United States.

Fabri-Kal is proud to be a leader in sustainable packaging. We are a member of the Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC), and in line with that commitment, our newest facility earned LEED certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. Our selection of environmentally-friendly foodservice packaging continues to expand and now includes postconsumer recycled material and resins from plants.

Our dedication to delivering the best product quality and customer service in the foodservice industry is unparalleled. We employ a first class manufacturer’s representatives network.