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Denso Manufacturing of Michigan is seeking a Process Engineer in Battle Creek. This is a full-time, mid-senior level position in automotive engineering.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Process Design (Failure Mode Analysis, Line Balancing, etc...), Equipment/Jig Specification, Justification, Installation, Testing, and Buyoff, Process Validation and Capability, EPIQS Process Documentation (PFMEA, Process Flow, Control Plan, QA-Net). Presentations for key NPI meetings (G-ESC milestone meetings), Coordination support for production trials, Prototype development, Process Support (from Design Reviews at prototype through Early Stage Control of mass production), Capacity and feasibility studies, facilitate design review process with QA NET and Kaizen teams-incorporate current process limitations into new product designs.

Support Leak and Scrap root cause analysis: Support Production with process improvements to address department scrap and leak goals.

Productivity: Work to improve process through machine improvements. Show payback and achieve executive approval for proposals considering cost, quality and delivery. Demonstrate process flow, labor balance, and cost per piece impact as part of decision matrix. Work with other engineering groups to plan new equipment. Lead planning and actual install events, support equipment training, line-off, and document buy-off condition incorporating ergo, safety and spare parts. Understand machine operation and making suggestions to improve machine operation ratios, net operator time and product flow.

Quality and credibility: Support all necessary manufacturing issues with high level activity for process safety concerns, customer quality concerns, supplier and/or vendor quality investigations, shipment concerns and product sort/rework activities. Support request from DENSO Japan Engineering team and other group companies. Field claim root cause analysis, basic tooling and machine design.

Manage projects from concept through completion: Using associate safety, product quality, TPS, and piece price as primary drivers. Prepare and present materials that explain background, concern, current condition, and countermeasure as requested. Display quick action, clear communication, and high level of professionalism. Communicate between support departments for open items. (Design, Quality, Production Control, Production, Business Planning, Purchasing, etc.)

Desired Skills and Experience
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelors degree in Engineering.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  Excellent self-management and project management skills (ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously). Ability to work in a team environment. Willingness to work overtime when required. Highly capable in the use of Microsoft Office Applications. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, time management and organization skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills, highly motivated and technically competent, innovative problem-solver that incorporates the plan, do, check, action methods. Ability to negotiate and prioritize, ability to multitask, willingness to travel (to support other group DENSO companies, customers, suppliers, etc.)

PREFERENCES:  Has experience justifying and receiving approval of large capital expenditures and experience in head exchanger manufacturing process. Knowledge in CAD software (AutoCAD and Solidworks), A proactive person who will seek out and implement additional tasks that will add value to DMMI, Heat Exchange Process Experience, HVAC Final Assembly Process Experience. Understanding of the DNA system (QANET). Ability to read and understand G, D, &T, Understanding of customer expectations (process documentation, quality standards, etc.). Minimum of 3 years experience in project leadership. Minimum of 3 years experience in Production/Process Engineering or related area. PFMEA & CONTROL PLAN Training, TS16949 Standards Training or Experience. Willingness to relocate (Ex-Patriate positions).

Company Description
DENSO Manufacturing Michigan, Inc. ?
DENSO came to Battle Creek, MI in 1984, bringing with it a unique culture, blending the best of American and Japanese practices: lean manufacturing, kaizen (continuous improvement) and teamwork. Our manufacturing facility in Battle Creek, MI was the first major U.S. manufacturing plant for DENSO.

DENSO Manufacturing Michigan, Inc. is an industry leader in the design and production of advanced automotive heating and cooling components and systems, including radiators, heaters, blowers, condensers, evaporators and air conditioning units. Our customers include Toyota, Honda, Chrysler, GM, Subaru, BMW, Mitsubishi and Ford.

We are a two shift operation employing over 1,750 associates. We are a tobacco-free campus and offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including an on-site Pharmacy and Recreation Center.

American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking a manufacturing engineer for its  manufacturing facility in Three Rivers, Mich. The person who accepts the position with this Tier One automotive components supplier will have the  following responsibilities:

Essential Job Functions

1) Procurement of capital equipment and project management skills.

2) Work holding design and procurement.

3) Application, design, and procurement of durable and nondurable tooling.

4) Machine programming and robotic applications.

5) New product manufacturing and assembly process development.

6) Machine and assembly line equipment knowledge and troubleshooting skills.

7) Conducting equipment certifications and supplier engineering contact.

8) Leader in productivity improvements.

9) Conducts cost analysis for new projects and products.

10) PFMEA, control plan, and process documentation responsible.

11 Understanding of statistical analysis: machine and process capability, SPC.

12) Application of lean concepts and capacity planning.

13) Application of mistake and error proofing engineering.

14) Strong written and oral communication skills.

15) Availability to travel (domestic and internationally), work all shifts, and flexible hours.

16) Strong Mechanical Aptitude.

17) Experienced Machining Engineer.

18) CNC programming experience.

19) Fixture, Work holding, and tooling knowledge.

20) Ideal candidate will have previous gear manufacturing experience.

Other Job Functions

1) Use of engineering software systems.

2) Experience with manufacturing operators and maintenance personnel.

3) Machine operation and electrical knowledge.

4) Fastener and torque strategy knowledge.

5) AutoCAD experience and GD&T knowledge.

6) Knowledge of gage design, procurement, and repeatability studies.

7) Background in materials and forging processes.

Qualifications

1) A bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology.

2) Experience with manufacturing and assembly processes.

3) Knowledge of design software and programming and machine languages.

4) Project management skills.

5) Related experience in a production environment.

6) High volume manufacturing experience in automotive or heavy industrial preferred.

7) Driveline manufacturing experience a plus.

8) Knowledge of DC torque tools & PLC’s a plus.

9) Minimum 3 years previous experience preferred.

10) Knowledge of TS16949.

11) Excellent interpersonal, communication, and computer skills.

Skills Required

Adaptable to Change

Assembly

Blueprint Reading

Cellular Manufacturing

Computer Aided Design

Failure Mode/ Effects Analysis

Geometric Dimension and Tolerance

ISO/QS9000

Job Knowledge

Lean Manufacturing

Ability to Make Good Decisions

Ability to Manage Resources

Ability to Manage Stress

Knowledge of Manufacturing Methods

MS Suite

Project Management

Recordkeeping

Striving for Excellence

Familiarity with Tier One Automotive Suppliers

Education Required

Bachelor's Level Degree

American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc. is a world leader in the manufacture, engineering, validation and design of driveline systems, chassis systems and forged products for trucks, buses, sport utility vehicles, passenger cars, and commercial vehicles.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking an accounting supervisor. This is a full-time mid-senior level position in accounting and auditing.

Job Description

Handles all general ledger accounts. Maintains and oversees the control of accounts and records in such areas as disbursements, expenses and income. Compiles and analyzes financial information to record transactions, prepare reports, and review and verify accuracy. Works as part of a team in preparing balance sheet and profit and loss statements, consolidated financial statements, and other accounting schedules, budgets and reports used by senior management. Serves as primary liaison for accounting matters with Allergon division.

Ensures the execution and continuous improvement of inventory processes, such as replenishment, data interchange, article management, demand management and related functions. Communicates regularly with customer services, customs brokers, the Sweden export group, and Sweden’s production planning and inventory management teams.

The person who accepts this position must comply with Thermo Fisher Scientific’s business needs and directives. Financial reporting must be timely and accurate. Fixed asset management to comply with company policies. Accounts receivable must show continual reduction in DSO and past due balances. Accounts payable principles must be in line with cash flow objectives.

As a member of management, the accounting supervisor coaches and supervises staff in accounts payable and accounts receivable, to include performance appraisals.

Accurate and timely mapping of funds between appropriate accounts, timely payment of all bills and collection of receivables within company guidelines; inventories at target levels, fixed asset ledger management, and prompt resolution of product issues. This position must be an effective part of the finance team in Portage, displaying initiative and cooperation as priorities shift.

Desired Skills and Experience

BBA in Accounting or Finance, plus 3-5 years experience in roles involving financial reporting and management.

Prior management experience is required.

MBA/CPA plus knowledge of deferred tax accounting and tax provision is preferable.

Company Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. With revenues of nearly $11 billion, we have approximately 37,000 employees and serve customers within pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospitals and clinical diagnostic labs, universities, research institutions and government agencies, as well as in environmental and process control industries.

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

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

Primary duties include

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Job Criteria

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

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

• Broad understanding of vehicle drivetrain/power train systems.

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

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

Preferred Specialized Knowledge

• Matlab and Simulink experience or other similar toolset.

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

• Expertise with Vector tools such as CANape and CANalyzer.

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

Basic Qualifications

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

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

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

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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

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

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

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

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

• Develops and mentors finance/accounting staff.

• Develops and drives financial and KPI initiatives/improvements.

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

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

• Prepares and manages Budget Planning process.

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

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

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

Desired Skills & Experience

Requirements:

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

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

Experience and high comfort level working in matrix reporting structure

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

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

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

Requires ability to travel in moderation.

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

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

• EOE - Drug Free Workplace.

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

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

• Impact the development of cutting edge products

• Take a place within a fast paced and growing industry

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

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

• Take advantage of a world class benefits and training package

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

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

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

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


Company Description

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

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

General Job Activities:

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

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

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

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

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

Specific Job Activities:

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

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

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

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

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

• Deliver and help write training programs to support continuous improvement

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

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

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

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

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

• Lead quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

Skills:

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

• Results driven

• High energy

• Business planning skills

• Problem solving skills

• Initiate and manage change

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

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

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

• Strong team player.

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

• Knowledge of business and management principles.

• Computer literate.

• Knowledge of Food Safety Requirements

• Ability to interpret and administer SQF Code 2000

Qualifications:

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


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

• Ability to interpret and administer SQF Code 2000

Qualifications:

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


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

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.

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.

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.

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.