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On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!
We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.
If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.
Apply below and let’s start the conversation.
Who We Are
Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,400 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.
As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.
Join Our Team
If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.
We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.
Summary
Virginia Transformer is seeking a results-oriented Sr. Manager/Director of Inbound Logistics to lead global transportation operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring timely, safe, and cost-effective inbound delivery of materials and components to support production schedules across our network.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead inbound transportation strategy across ocean, air, and freight forwarding channels.
- Develop and manage relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, and 3PLs to ensure reliability and cost efficiency.
- Drive the implementation of a Transportation Management System (TMS) to enhance visibility, automation, and performance tracking.
- Establish and monitor logistics KPIs (on-time delivery, freight cost per unit, transit times, carrier performance).
- Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations and documentation requirements.
- Provide strong team leadership, mentoring and developing logistics professionals to foster accountability and continuous improvement.
- Partner with Finance and Supply Chain leadership to manage freight budgets and cost-reduction initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 8-10 years of progressive logistics/transportation experience, with at least 3 years in leadership.
- Proven expertise in ocean, air, and freight forwarding operations.
- Demonstrated success in TMS implementation and optimization.
- Strong leadership and team development skills.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!
We’re strategically building our leadership team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is intense, operationally complex, and incredibly rewarding. We are highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.
If you have the leadership depth, operational rigor, and execution discipline to build and scale a world-class planning organization — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.
Apply below and let’s start the conversation.
Who We Are:
Virginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America. For over 50 years, we’ve grown by relentlessly delivering for our customers. We are more than 5,400 employees strong and known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium-quality transformers in the shortest lead times.
As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.
Position Overview:
The Planning Director (Rincon, GA) will lead all production planning, scheduling, and execution control functions for the facility, ensuring disciplined alignment between demand, capacity, materials, and shop floor execution.
This role moves beyond daily scheduling — it is responsible for building a scalable planning infrastructure capable of supporting aggressive growth while protecting customer commitments, lead times, and operational stability.
You will serve as the central coordination leader between production, materials, engineering, operations leadership, and executive management.
Core Responsibilities:
1. Production Planning Strategy & Execution
- Own the facility master production schedule (MPS)
- Translate strategic production targets into executable daily, weekly, and monthly plans
- Align capacity, labor, and material flow with demand
- Ensure schedule realism and stability in a high-mix, engineered-to-order environment
- Drive schedule attainment and lead time performance
2. Accuracy, Audit & Floor Validation Discipline
- Establish audit rigor across schedules, work orders, and ERP data
- Personally validate WIP status through routine plant-floor verification
- Eliminate discrepancies between system data and physical conditions
- Institutionalize disciplined documentation and traceability standards
3. Risk Detection, Constraint Management & Recovery
- Proactively identify bottlenecks, constraints, and schedule risk
- Escalate customer-impacting issues early with data-driven insight
- Lead structured recovery planning for missed milestones
- Drive relentless follow-through on corrective actions
4. Systems, Reporting & Planning Infrastructure
- Own ERP scheduling integrity and system-of-record discipline
- Develop executive-level dashboards (schedule attainment, WIP aging, constraint tracking, milestone adherence)
- Enhance visibility through structured Excel / visual management tools
- Ensure audit-ready planning data at all times
- Lead continuous improvement of planning systems and processes
5. Leadership & Cross-Functional Accountability
- Lead daily and weekly production review meetings
- Clearly communicate risks, recovery plans, and priority shifts
- Hold teams accountable while fostering collaborative problem-solving
- Build and develop a high-performance planning team
- Act as a strategic partner to Plant Leadership and Corporate Operations
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 8+ years of production planning / scheduling experience in industrial manufacturing
- 3+ years in leadership capacity (manager or above)
- Experience supporting 24/7 operations
- Advanced Excel proficiency (analysis, modeling, reporting)
- Strong ERP/MRP system experience
- Proven record of driving schedule recovery and operational stability
Key Skills & Attributes:
- Exceptional attention to detail with strategic perspective
- Strong floor presence — comfortable validating information firsthand
- Analytical, structured, and data-driven decision maker
- Calm under pressure in high-growth environments
- Confident leader capable of running executive-level production reviews
- High accountability mindset with low tolerance for missed commitments
- Ability to scale processes, not just manage daily execution
Working Conditions:
- On-site leadership role with frequent presence on the manufacturing floor
- Exposure to industrial production environments
- Availability to support off-shift or weekend issues as required by a 24/7 operation
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**Job Description
**: As a Dockworker at FedEx, your primary responsibility will be managing the loading and unloading of freight from trucks, sorting items, and ensuring that shipments are handled correctly.
This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
You will need to operate machinery, such as forklifts, to move freight safely and efficiently.
The ideal candidate will have experience with dock work, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to safety protocols.
This position is essential to ensuring that freight is processed accurately and on time.
On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!
We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.
If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.
Apply below and let’s start the conversation.
Who We Are
Virginia Transformer is the largestU.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,800 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.
As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.
Join Our Team
If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.
We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.
Competitive Salary and Relocation Offered.
Location Roanoke, VA onsite.
Job Title: Commodity Manager – Conductive Materials (Copper & Related Commodities)
Location: Roanoke, VA – Office Park
Department: Supply Chain
Reports To: Director of Procurement or VP of Supply Chain
Position Type: Full-Time, On-site
Position Overview:
Virginia Transformer Corp is seeking a strategic and experienced Commodity Manager to lead sourcing and supplier management for conductive materials, including copper, copper alloys, and other critical electrical-grade raw materials. This role is responsible for vendor selection, contract negotiations, supply chain risk mitigation, and driving cost savings across multiple manufacturing sites.
You will serve as the internal subject matter expert on conductive commodity markets, proactively shaping procurement strategy and partnering with engineering, operations, and finance to ensure a secure, cost-effective, and compliant supply chain.
Key Responsibilities:
- Vendor Selection & Management: Lead sourcing and qualification of suppliers for copper and conductive materials. Establish relationships with domestic and international vendors to support quality, capacity, and pricing needs.
- Contract Management: Negotiate and manage commodity contracts, including pricing structures, terms and conditions, volume commitments, and enforcement of supply agreements.
- Commodity Strategy: Develop and execute commodity strategies based on market trends, supply/demand forecasts, risk analysis, and internal demand planning.
- Cost Optimization: Drive productivity and cost-reduction initiatives by leveraging strategic sourcing, alternate materials, or supply chain efficiencies.
- Market Analysis & Forecasting: Monitor global copper and metal market trends (e.g., LME pricing, tariffs, logistics costs) and translate insights into procurement actions.
- Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring alignment with Virginia Transformer’s standards on performance, quality, delivery, and compliance.
- Risk Mitigation: Identify and manage risks in the supply base including availability, geopolitical disruptions, logistics, and pricing volatility.
- Early Supplier Involvement: Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing early in the product design process to align material requirements and optimize cost and manufacturability.
- Specification & Alternative Sourcing: Review material specifications to explore competitive alternatives and manage design-to-cost initiatives.
- Performance Reporting: Track supplier KPIs and procurement performance metrics such as cost savings, contract coverage, delivery, and lead times.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business.
- 6–8 years of experience in sourcing, supply chain, or commodity management in a manufacturing or engineered products environment.
- Strong understanding of copper markets and conductive material supply chains (e.g., rod, wire, bar stock, busbar).
- Proven experience with vendor contract negotiation and commodity strategy development.
- Familiarity with domestic and international electrical raw material suppliers.
- Proficient in analyzing pricing trends, metal indices (LME/COMEX), and procurement forecasting.
- ERP experience required (SAP preferred); proficiency in Excel and data analysis.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience in transformer or heavy electrical equipment manufacturing.
- Understanding of metal hedging strategies, futures pricing, or strategic stockpiling.
- Experience conducting e-auctions, RFQs, and supplier scorecard management.
Work Location:
Roanoke, VA – Office Park (on-site presence required)
- Candidates must be able to reliably commute or relocate prior to the start date.
Here, you’ll do preventative maintenance and minor repairs on the newest and best maintained fleet of vehicles in the industry.
You will help our customers keep their vehicles in shape and on the road.
Whether you’re looking for your first job out of school or have some vehicle repair experience and are looking to switch gears, becoming a Penske Technician may be a great fit for you.
Why is this job awesome? For starters, no day is the same.
You’ll get to work on lots of different types of equipment—not just one manufacturer.
We work hard to get the job done, but we also make sure you have the time you need to do the job right.
Safety and reliability are our top priorities.
Working alongside experienced supervisors and master technicians, we’ll teach you about our vehicle maintenance processes and the cutting-edge technology we use.
And we will make sure you are getting the industry certified training you need to succeed and grow your career.
You’ll learn from the best in the industry.
We also take pride in how clean our facilities are, and we provide you with all the necessary major shop tools.
If you are mechanically inclined or have completed any vehicle repair training, are willing to learn, and interested in a stable career with a lot of opportunity for growth, join our team.
Main Responsibilities: • Making sure vehicles are maintained and safe for our customers • Using Penske’s tools and technologies to log, research and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics • Doing preventative maintenance repairs—like replacing or rotating tires—and completing vehicle component lubrication and replacement, some electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on gas and diesel engine vehicles • Partnering with your manager to learn new skills using Penske?????????s technician training and hands-on coaching • Working on other projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor Why Penske is for You: • Competitive starting salary • Shift Premiums • Career stability • Opportunity for growth • Excellent benefits, including lots of time off • Strong, well-rounded training on a variety of OEM equipment (Penske’s Technician Certification Program is certified as a Continuing Automotive Service Education provider) • Advanced vehicle maintenance technology • Location and schedule flexibility Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent preferred; vocational or technical certification in vehicle repair preferred • Basic mechanical aptitude and 1-2 years of automotive or diesel repair experience (preferred) • Valid driver’s license • The ability to solve problems and comfort using tools • Excellent customer service skills and communication skills • The ability to work well as part of a team and outside • Basic computer skills • The associate will be required to understand and comply with specific instructions, guidelines, rules, regulations, or other information established by Penske management • The associate must be able to perform all work adhering to DOT, OSHA, and all Penske safety and maintenance policies; including but not limited to the correct selection and use of appropriate tools, PPE, machine guarding, and established best safety practice.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job • As this position requires driving Penske and customer vehicles, it is regulated by the DOT and requires a current driver qualification file to be maintained as required by the role.
The driver qualification file includes: an annual motor vehicle records (MVR) check, a successfully completed DOT Physical, and Safety Performance History records request from prior employers in the last 3 years.
Additionally, CDL holders will have a DOT Drug Screening within 30 days of start and subject to a FMCSA Clearinghouse review.
• Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specific location required, complete Penske employment application, submit to a background screening (to include criminal checks, past employment and education), the ability to pass a drug screen and physical as required by the Department of Transportation, and potential travel within a near geography for training are required This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation or designated as safety sensitive by the company, and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is required.
Associates must have the ability to accept responsibility for their own safety, as well as the safety of others.
Physical Requirements: The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate 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 associate will be required to move frequently, stand, walk, climb, bend, and sit for extended length of time throughout their scheduled working period.
• The associate is required to use their hands on a routine and daily basis to grasp, reach, touch, handle, feel, and/or otherwise operate required tools or controls.
• The associate must be able to work safely at heights using applicable ladders and elevated working platforms.
• The associate must be able to safely work in all weather conditions.
• Given the frequent movement of large trucks through the workplace, the associate must be able to see and hear in order to safely navigate the work environment.
• The associate must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50lbs/23kg and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100lbs/45kg.
This position also requires the ability to push/pull truck tires on a regular basis that exceed 100 pounds.
Penske is an Equal Opportunity Employer About Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions Penske Truck Leasing/Transportation Solutions is a premier global transportation provider that delivers essential and innovative transportation, logistics and technology services to help companies and people move forward.
With headquarters in Reading, PA, Penske and its associates are driven by a dedication to excellence and a commitment to customer success.
Visit Go Penske to learn more.
Job Category: Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics/Technicians Job Function: Truck Maintenance Job Family: Vehicle Maintenance Address: 1702 Midland Rd Primary Location: US-VA-Salem Employer: Penske Truck Leasing Co., L.P.
Req ID: 2602745
- Intensive Care Unit Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Roanoke, Virginia.
Job Description & Requirements Specialty: ICU
- Intensive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 03/30/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel We're living in the new normal.
Lives and careers look different today.
So why shouldn't you have a role that delivers excitement, fewer restrictions, and brings you closer to loved ones? At American Medical Staffing (AMS), we believe in supporting the pioneers who embody the sense of adventure each new placement brings and we're looking for a RN: ICU for our Hospital contract assignment.
Job Title : RN: ICU Location : Roanoke, Virginia Pay Range : Competitive, Negotiable, with Weekly Pay Schedule : 4 x 12 Days, 07:00:00-19:00:00, 12.00-4 Contract Length : 13 Weeks Requirements : · 2 years of experience as a RN · Qualified applicants MUST have at least 2 years of experience in the ICU · Valid RN license · Be willing to obtain Virginia licensure Why Choose American Medical Staffing? · Day-One Benefits : Medical, dental, and vision plans with no waiting period.
· Wellness PTO : Build 1 or 2 weeks of paid time off into your contract.
· Hotel Discounts : Save up to 60% on hotel bookings with access to 700,000 discounted properties.
· Loyalty Program : Earn financial incentives automatically based on hours worked and assignment type.
· Referral Program : $500 for you and $500 for each referral after 450 hours—no limits.
· Working Advantage : Access exclusive discounts on retail, entertainment, and travel.
· Scrub Discount : 20% off all scrubs through our customized AMS store.
· Retirement Plans : 401(k) options to help you plan for the future.
· Compliance & Credentialing Support : Let us handle the logistics so you can focus on patient care.
Responsibilities · Deliver specialized care to patients across a variety of acute and subacute units.
· Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive and compassionate care.
· Monitor patient conditions, administer treatments and document outcomes.
· Advocate for the best possible patient experience while supporting recovery, safety, and continuity of care.
Apply now to take the next step in your journey.
American Medical Staffing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or any other non-merit factor.
American Medical Staffing Job ID 109603.
Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
Posted job title: RN:ICU,07:00:00-19:00:00 About American Medical Staffing American Medical Staffing is a staffing agency headquartered in Baltimore, MD.
Our goal is to CREATE an extraordinary experience for our health care professionals.
Our roots are nurse owned and operated so we know what clinicians want
- lots of options, a smooth and informed placement process, competitive and accurate pay, great customer service and responsiveness to requests, and advocacy when there is an issue.
When AMS was founded in 2001, we started our company with a mission to be a better agency than our competitors.
We have always put a heavy emphasis into what is best for our employees, not necessarily just our clients or our company.
You are not an expense as you may be to a hospital; you are an asset.
We take employee advocacy seriously; you are not just a number to us.
The end result is that you don`t work for us; we work for you.
Since starting in Baltimore, MD, we continue to grow throughout the country.
Check out our industry leading reviews on Google and Indeed to see how much our clinicians enjoy working with us! · Benefits: AMS offers an array of benefits for any employee working 30 hours or more! Those eligible employees who choose to participate will pay the premiums with deductions from their pre-tax earnings.
We offer a complete benefits package including Health Insurance, 401K with up to 2% match, Life, Vision, and Dental.
From health and wellness support, financial or legal needs, or help with life's everyday challenges, our Employee Assistance Program provides you with resources, services and discounts to help you manage your unique concerns and save time, energy and money.
We also offer additional Employee Perks that you can enjoy as an AMS employee: Scrubin
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- unlimited access to thousands of exclusive discounts and special offers nationwide for theme parks, shows, tours, attractions, sports, concerts, hotels, rental cars, retail gift cards, movie tickets and much more Hotel Engine
- Save up to 60% when booking hotel rooms, with access to more than 700,000 deeply discounted hotels worldwide.
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- 1 month of free therapy, followed by a discounted rate for our Healthcare Professionals and their family members.
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- $500 for you, and $500 for them! Benefits 401k retirement plan Life insurance Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386
CDL-A truck driving opportunities open now pulling dry van freight!
Fuchs Trucking (rhymes with books!) was founded in 1955 and is still going strong today as a full-service trucking and logistics company We have career opportunities open now for CDL-A truck drivers in our van division with excellent home time options, consistent year-round freight, updated newer trucks (less than 3 years old) and I-Pass/PrePass.
Take a look at our open positions and connect with us today!
CDL-A Truck Driver Opportunities Offer:
- Earn $.59 - $.66 per mile, depending on experience (bonus included in wage)
- Our Home Weekly drivers averaged $89,200 last year!
- Stop pay and detention pay
- $200 Paid Orientation
- 10¢ Per Diem- No Admin Fees
- Tenure bonus! The longer the stay the more you make!
- Home Time: Regional – 5.5 days out! Leave Sunday, home Friday! Leave Monday, home Saturday!
- Midwest-focused routes with options for longer runs!
- Average 2,700 miles weekly
- Consistent year-round freight
- Updated fleet with APUs, inverters and refrigerators - our average truck is less than 3 years old
CDL-A Truck Driver Benefits include:
- Monthly safety bonus, Annual mileage bonus
- Health, dental, vision & life insurance
- I-Pass and Pre-Pass provided
- Short & long-term disability
- 401k plan with employer contribution
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Pet and Passenger Policy
CDL-A Truck Driver Qualifications:
- Class A CDL License
- Minimum 6 months over the road experience
- 6 months exp winter driver preferred
- Good driving record, with no DUI convictions in past 5 years
- Dependable and timely
- Friendly, service-oriented attitude
Foot Levelers, Inc. is the world’s leading provider of custom orthotics — proudly family-owned and proudly made in the U.S.A.
We’re a fast-moving wellness company on an exciting growth trajectory, supporting an ever-expanding network of chiropractors, physical therapists, and other medical professionals who rely on us to help their patients live pain-free, healthy lives.
Now, we’re looking for a truly exceptional Executive Assistant to the CEO — someone whip-smart, relentlessly organized, and naturally proactive. This role is not “just admin.” It’s a high-trust, high-impact position for someone who thrives on making things run smoothly, anticipates needs before they’re voiced, and knows how to operate with discretion, tact, and executive-level polish.
If you’re the type of person who sees what needs to happen and makes it happen — this might be your dream job.
What You’ll Do
As Executive Assistant to the CEO, you’ll serve as a key partner in maximizing executive efficiency, managing priorities, and ensuring the CEO is fully supported across daily operations and strategic initiatives.
You’ll be responsible for:
Executive Support & Calendar Management
- Own and manage the CEO’s calendar with accuracy, urgency, and sound judgment
- Schedule meetings, resolve conflicts, and ensure the CEO’s time is protected and prioritized
- Manage inbox communications and coordinate timely follow-up when needed
Travel & Event Coordination
- Plan and coordinate complex travel arrangements
- Support preparation for conferences, company events, and leadership meetings
- Ensure itineraries, materials, and logistics are organized and seamless
Communication & Coordination
- Serve as a liaison between the CEO and internal teams, leaders, and external partners
- Draft and prepare professional communications, memos, and correspondence
- Support cross-department collaboration and ensure alignment on key priorities
Projects & Executive Deliverables
- Track and follow through on executive projects to ensure deadlines are met
- Assist with business reporting, document preparation, and presentation materials
- Conduct research and light data analysis to support decision-making
- Prepare agendas, timelines, and supporting documents for executive and leadership meetings
Confidentiality & Professionalism
- Handle sensitive matters with discretion, maturity, and impeccable integrity
- Maintain high standards of professionalism in every interaction
What We’re Looking For
Our ideal candidate is sharp, reliable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You’re calm under pressure, energized by complexity, and proud of doing things the right way.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience supporting senior leadership (VP level and above); CEO support strongly preferred
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities and execute with speed and accuracy
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through
- Ability to work on-site in Southwest Virginia
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in a manufacturing, healthcare, wellness, or fast-growth environment
- ERP experience and comfort navigating business systems
- Experience supporting board meetings or executive leadership meetings
The Traits That Win in This Role
- Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented
- Extremely organized and detail-driven
- Confident, tactful, and emotionally intelligent
- Able to anticipate needs and act independently
- Discreet and trustworthy with confidential information
- Strong business curiosity — you want to understand the company, not just support it
Why Foot Levelers
This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly visible role with direct access to senior leadership in a company that is growing, stable, and mission-driven.
At Foot Levelers, you’ll find:
- A family-owned culture with strong values
- A company committed to quality, wellness, and innovation
- A team that works hard, moves fast, and genuinely cares about what we do
We Create Products and Brands That People Trust to Clean, Sanitize, and Protect Their Homes and Pools
When you join KIK Consumer Products, you’re joining a team that cares about the work we do and also about each other. We bring exceptional brands and products to consumers that help them protect the health and wellness of their families and the cleanliness of their homes and pools. We are committed to building a culture of performance driven by accountability, collaboration, and agility that enables timely fact-based decision-making and exceptional execution with unwavering ethics. As one of North America’s largest independent manufacturers of consumer products, KIK helps a large portfolio of brands and retailers bring their products to life.
Your Role at KIK
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Production Planner to join our manufacturing team. This role is responsible for developing and managing weekly production schedules based on sales forecasts and customer orders. The Production Planner will coordinate workflow across departments, monitor inventory levels, and ensure the availability of raw materials to meet production goals. Key responsibilities include analyzing supply and demand trends, identifying risks and inefficiencies in the production plan, tracking actual performance against the production schedule, and supporting overall supply chain strategy. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience in supply chain functions, and the ability to collaborate across teams to improve plant performance.
What You’ll Do
- Develop weekly production schedule according to sales forecasts or customer orders.
- Plans and schedules workflow for each department according to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times.
- Analyze and identify risks associated with the options built into the Production Schedule.
- Closely manage WIP and FG inventory levels.
- Perform supply demand analysis each quarter, highlighting areas of concern for the next 12-18 months’ Work closely with department managers to develop ways to improve plant efficiencies.
- Monitor actual output versus the Master Production Plan.
- Identify gaps and drive solutions, including a metric for production performance to the requested production schedule.
- Support performance against schedule, inventory strategy, supply plan to meet demand, and resource implications.
- Ensure availability of raw materials to fulfill planned work orders through just in time delivery of raw materials.
- Owns the Inventory Counting, and cycle counting processes.
- Assists in the management of raw material procurement.
- Prepares various operations-related reporting.
- Knowledge of supply chain functions.
- Other duties as needed.
- Create Production Schedules for the Plant
- Meet Customer Order demands and identify any challenges meeting those demands
- Work with Procurement, Customer Service, Supply Chain, and internal department to maximize production output.
- Communicating Daily Production Plans to the Plant and Corporate Supply Chain groups.
- Attend and Conduct Production and Planning Meetings.
What You’ll Bring
- High School or GED required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- A minimum of 3 years of production scheduling and planning experience in a manufacturing environment (beverage, food, plastic).
- Computer literacy, specifically Windows, Microsoft Office, and MRP software.
- Experience managing rail lines preferred
- Able to manage demands and conflicting requests.
- Ability to work independently.
- Work as a part of a team, ensuring that communication is strong and all are involved.
- Demonstrate a track record of achieving success with the ability to multitask under pressure, meet deadlines.
- Extremely proactive and forward-thinking with exceptional analytical skills and ability to identify issues and proactively plan to satisfy requirements.
What You Will Get
KIK offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with KIK's retirement savings options including employer match. KIK also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.
About KIK
We create the products and brands that people trust to clean, sanitize, and protect their homes, pools, and cars. We are one of North America’s largest independent consumer product manufacturers with 16 North American manufacturing facilities. We also operate globally in Canada, Europe, South Africa, and Australia. We are known for our portfolio of notable brands including Spic and Span® and Comet® cleaning products, Clorox® Pool&Spa™ (under license), BioGuard®, and Natural Chemistry® pool chemicals. We are also the #1 producer in North America of store-brand bleach and a leading private-label provider of laundry detergent and additives, dishwashing products, general-purpose cleaning, and other home care products.
Our global team of over 2,300 employees drives our capabilities in product development, product formulation, strategic sourcing, manufacturing, packaging design, brand marketing, project management, quality assurance, compliance, distribution, and logistics.
Our organization is constantly evolving and is driven by a set of “One KIK” values – a dedication to following through on commitments in a customer-focused, profit-motivated way; while never compromising on safety, ethics, or integrity.
KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. KIK does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or uniformed services status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.
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ABOUT THIS JOB
***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***
As an Automated Logistical Specialist, similar to a laborer or freight mover, you’ll perform maintenance management and warehouse functions in order to maintain equipment records. You’ll oversee incoming supplies and equipment, simplify and standardize maintenance data, and raise the quality and accuracy of performance, cost, and parts data through improved maintenance management.
Skills you’ll learn align with Record Keeping, Data Collection & Analysis, Stocking and Storage. In addition, you could earn 8 nationally recognized certifications!
ALREADY HAVE THE SKILLS FOR THIS JOB?
Join the Army at a higher rank, earn more pay, and obtain leadership positions quicker. If you have prior experience, the Army Civilian Acquired Skills Program (ACASP) can reduce the length of your initial training and streamline your assignment process, so you can start your Army career sooner. Work with a recruiter to get started.
REQUIREMENTS
- 10 weeks of Basic Training
- 9 weeks of Advanced Individual Training
- U.S. Citizen
- 17 to 34 Years Old
- High School Diploma or GED
- Meet Tattoo Guidelines
- No Major Law Violations
- No Medical Concerns
BENEFITS
The Army offers a complete package of benefits that not only supports you and your family but also helps you advance in your career. Whether you serve part-time or full-time as an enlisted Soldier or Army Officer, you’ll earn competitive pay with opportunities for bonuses, as well as receive health care at little to no cost. You could also receive money for education, student loan repayment assistance, training and certifications, housing, living expenses, and more.
- Paid Training and credentialing to strengthen your skillsets
- Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
- Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldier
- 30 days paid annual vacation
- 401(K) type savings plan
- Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family member
- Paid tuition opportunities to continue your education
- Signing bonus - up to $40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties
