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Forbes Hospitality is looking for an Event Manager to add to their current team. We are seeking candidates with 3+ years experience as an Event and/or Catering Captain or Supervisor, or 1+ years as a Banquet Manager. Prior wedding events experience is a plus.

Comprehensive benefits to include: medical, dental, vision, 401k with company match, paid time off, free parking, etc.

Description:

• Managing the Operational team to orchestrate a successful event from beginning to end
• Working with a team of Event Managers & Service Captains
• Schedule: Days, Nights & Weekends, required.
• Off Days: 2-3 days a week depending on the schedule of events

Responsibilities:

• Manage the Operation of Events
• Coordinate Room Sets, Break Downs, and Closing Procedures
• Manage all Front of House Staff: Bartenders, Servers, Door Hosts
• On Site Contact for all event clients and Vendors
• Follow the Contract and Banquet Event Order
• Coordinate Event Logistics with Kitchen, Sales Team, AV/Tech Team
• Manage the timeline and flow of the event
• Enforce all company policies and procedures
• Additional responsibilities among all Event Managers: linen, inventory, reporting condition of buildings/equipment
• Responsible for employee hiring, training, scheduling, performance reviews, etc.
• Anticipate guests’ needs and respond to complaints in a timely manner

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Positive attitude
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure and multi-task
• Friendly demeanor with a passion for customer service
• Strong leadership skills - leading by example
• Proactively prepare for events in advance

Pay Frequency:

• Bi weekly

Work Remotely

• No

Summary

The Toyoda Gosei Group is a leading global manufacturer of rubber and plastic automotive components, safety systems and LEDs. Globally Headquartered in Japan with a network of 67 group companies in 17 countries and regions, the Group brings its extensive range of products to customers all over the world.

Toyoda Gosei North America (headquartered in Troy, MI) has an opening for a Buyer in the Purchasing department. The Buyer functions with a high degree of autonomy, and is responsible for responsible for providing professional level production related procurement for Toyoda Gosei (TG) North America Corporation (TGNA) and TGNA Manufacturing Companies (AMCs).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive cost savings initiatives such as annual price review, VA/VE, and others as assigned
• Lead Annual Price Review negotiations with existing suppliers for cost reductions
• Support VA/VE activities with suppliers and TG cross functional groups to drive cost savings
• Negotiate price increases and tariffs with suppliers
• Implement sourcing & new program launch activities with new/existing materials
• Participate in new program launch activities with manufacturing plants, cross functional departments, and suppliers
• Issue, collect, negotiate and analyze RFQ’s and cost breakdowns with new and existing suppliers
• Analyze and forecast Petrochemical/Metals market data for price negotiations and budget preparation
• Maintain purchase order data and ensure approvals for upcoming purchases
• Contribute to commodity strategy development
• Communicate with TG Japan (HQ) regarding global material strategies
• Participate in Purchasing’s annual cost saving target setting and strategy development
• Partner with TG cross functional groups and locations in new material development, commercial agreement strategies, commodity sourcing strategies, and cost reduction initiatives
• Function in a highly collaborative environment where flexibility and teamwork is critical to success
• Drive optimization by being actively engaged in continuous improvement efforts
• Manage and resolve supplier issues as needed
• Travel to TG manufacturing plants and supplier as needed
• Drive optimization by being actively engaged in continuous improvement efforts (kaizen)
• This role requires the completion of other duties as assigned

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

Certifications and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business or related field is required, or equivalent years of relevant experience is required

Experience

• 1 to 4 years of experience in Purchasing function is preferred
• Strong desire to learn all aspects of Purchasing and a willingness to expand to other commodities is preferred
• Exposure to the development of short and long-term global purchasing strategy is preferred

Physical Requirements

• 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 regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Technology Competencies

• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suites is required

Work Environment

• Office Environment

Additional Competencies

• Ability to consistently meet deadlines is required
• Effective verbal, non-verbal, negotiation and written communication skills are required
• Ability to sustain a high degree of professionalism in interacting with internal and external customers is required
• Effective attention to detail, problem solving, analytical and organizational skills are required

Benefits (subject to eligibility):

• Hybrid Work Style (if eligible)
• Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Program)
• Company Paid STD, LTD, Life, and AD&D
• Generous Employer Contribution to HSA
• Short and Long Term Disability
• 401K Company Match
• Paid Time Off/Holidays
• Free Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Reimbursement Programs (Cellphone, Tuition, Vehicle, etc.)
• Multiple Free Wellness Programs Offered

Job Title: Ignition SCADA Developer / Support Engineer

Department: OT / Industrial Automation

Detroit, MI

Full Time

Onsite

Role Overview

Ignition SCADA Developer / Support Engineer in Industrial Automation team. support of real-time industrial dashboards, and operator interfaces using Ignition by Inductive Automation.

HMI/SCADA development, database integration, Documentation, and familiarity with PLC systems and OT networking. This role requires both hands-on technical development and post-deployment support.

Job Descriptions

1. Dashboard & HMI Development

• Design and build high-performance, scalable real-time dashboards using Ignition's Perspective modules.
• Create responsive web-based HMIs for Desktop.
• Utilize templates, tag bindings, scripting, and UDTs for modular and reusable design.
• Develop alarm dashboards, KPI visualizations, production monitoring screens, and operator control interfaces.

2. SCADA Configuration & Deployment

• Set up and configure Ignition Gateways (single and redundant systems), projects, and modules.
• Manage deployment pipelines for Ignition projects in development, staging, and production environments.
• Collaborate with IT/OT to configure OPC-UA, MQTT, and tag providers across distributed systems.
• Implement project versioning, backups, and rollback strategies using Git or Ignition’s project tools.

3. Database & Data Modeling

• Design, query, and optimize SQL databases (PostgreSQL, MSSQL, MySQL) for process data and reports.
• Build dynamic datasets from historical tag data, transactional systems, and ERP/MES interfaces.

4. Scripting & Logic

• Write Python (Jython) scripts for dynamic behavior and data processing.
• Develop Gateway Event and Tag Change Scripts.
• Use Ignition Expression Language and Python for custom logic, bindings, and calculations.

5. Document & Report Generation

• Design and generate project Documentation for HMI and SCADA
• Schedule and deliver reports via email, file export, or shared drives.
• Create compliance reports (batch, downtime, traceability, OEE) integrated with MES or third-party systems.

6. System Support & Maintenance

• Monitor SCADA performance, logs, tag usage, and database performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve runtime errors, deployment issues, and integration bugs.
• Support Ignition platform.
• Create user guides, SOPs, and technical documentation for all developed solutions

Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in:
• OPC-UA, MQTT, and Modbus protocols
• PLC Integration (Rockwell, Siemens, or equivalent)
• Ignition Gateway configuration and deployment
• Solid understanding of:
• OT network topologies and SCADA architecture
• HMI/SCADA security best practices
• Data historian and time-series data management

Tools & Platforms

• Ignition by Inductive Automation (Core modules, Perspective, Reporting)
• Database Systems: PostgreSQL, SQL Server, MySQL
• Version Control: Git, Bitbucket, GitHub

365 Retail Markets is the most trusted global provider of unattended retail technology, delivering conveniently smart self-service solutions since 2008. The company’s all-in-one platform powers retail spaces across food service, global retail, and hospitality with a comprehensive suite of frictionless smart stores, micro markets, vending, catering, and dining point-of-sale options. These technologies can be found worldwide in corporate offices, manufacturing and distribution facilities, educational campuses, hotels, and beyond.

As a nine-time honoree on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in the United States, and with a continually expanding global presence, 365 Retail Markets is committed to growth, innovation, and providing superior, integrated technology that meets the evolving needs of its customers and consumers.

The retail industry is rapidly evolving, with Computer Vision (CV) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) reshaping consumer experiences while improving operational efficiency and margins. As Senior Product Manager for our CV + AI portfolio, you will own the strategy, roadmap, and delivery of AI-enabled products that power next-generation frictionless retail experiences.

You will be accountable for defining and executing both short-term, tactical initiatives and long-term platform strategy, ensuring alignment with 365’s broader business objectives. This role requires strong cross-functional leadership, deep product thinking, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to executive stakeholders.

This position reports to the Manager, Product Management and has high visibility across executive leadership and all 365 brands.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve the AI and Computer Vision product roadmap, setting a clear long-term platform vision while balancing near-term delivery priorities aligned to business objectives, customer needs, and industry trends.
• Deliver features and enhancements on time and to plan, owning the full lifecycle from ideation, discovery, and requirements through launch and post-release evaluation.
• Translate machine learning, computer vision, and generative AI (including LLMs) capabilities into scalable, user-centric product features.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Data Science, Design, Marketing, Sales, and Operations to ensure successful execution and adoption.
• Work closely with other Senior Product Managers to ensure a consistent, seamless, and effective consumer experience across product lines.
• Identify and evaluate high-impact AI use cases through a deep understanding of business context, data availability, and technical feasibility.
• Oversee model development, training, deployment, and iteration to ensure solutions perform reliably in real-world retail environments, including edge deployment constraints (latency, compute, bandwidth), lighting variability, occlusion, and ongoing product packaging changes.
• Collaborate with data and engineering teams to ensure responsible AI practices, including bias mitigation, data integrity, and model interpretability.
• Monitor competitive landscape and emerging AI trends to maintain 365’s innovation leadership.
• Communicate product vision, trade-offs, and progress clearly to executive leadership to drive fast alignment and informed decision-making.
• Own go-to-market readiness and pilot execution, ensuring customer readiness, coordinating launch plans, and enabling internal teams (Support, Sales, Operations) through training, documentation, and clear launch handoff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in computer sciences or software engineering. MBA preferred.
• 5-8+ years Product Management experience
• Proven experience owning complex product portfolios, including both tactical execution and long-term strategic planning, ensuring effective product lifecycle management.
• Experience delivering Machine Learning products in collaboration with Data Science and ML Engineering teams, including experimentation, model evaluation, and continuous performance optimization.
• Specifying requirements, execution and evaluation of designs, analysis, development, testing and control of major engineering projects where creativity and initiative are involved as well as a high level of independent judgment.
• Comfortable operating in ambiguous, evolving environments, shaping clarity and direction in new or undefined problem spaces.
• Strong experience working cross-functionally, managing dependencies, and communicating priorities to ensure roadmap alignment and delivery
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills with the ability to manage competing initiatives
• Excellent presentation and storytelling skills, with a strong emphasis on communicating to executive-level audiences for rapid alignment and decision-making.
• Work collaboratively as part of a broader product leadership team, prioritizing shared outcomes over individual ownership to ensure overall portfolio success.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with technical and operational stakeholders across CV retail products, including hardware, field operations, support, and customer-facing teams
• Added bonus for experience working within Retail, payments, or POS industries

Company Overview:

At Activate, we are renowned for crafting extraordinary experiences that make a lasting impact for some of the world's most influential brands. Our expertise spans the production of kits, mobile tours, and standout live events, enhancing brand visibility and strengthening customer loyalty. As a WBENC-certified company, we take pride in fostering an inclusive work environment that emphasizes growth, offers competitive benefits, and champions collaboration.

Position Summary:

We are on the lookout for a talented and enthusiastic Associate Producer to join our team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with Producers to deliver exceptional experiential events. As an Associate Producer, you play a vital role in supporting various facets of event production, making significant contributions to achieving client objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Office Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Producer to create and manage production documentation throughout the program lifecycle. This includes statements of work, work-back schedules, budgets, artwork approvals, operations manuals, metrics reports, expense reports, and post-program recaps.
• Take the lead in sourcing and procuring necessary event assets, such as décor, furniture, giveaways, staff, venues, rentals, or new specialty vendors.
• Monitor and track expenses against the internal budget, ensuring meticulous management of receipts and expense reporting.
• Contribute to the process of securing permits from local and state municipalities for special events, food service, road closures, and other unique program requirements.
• Play a substantial role in curating and overseeing the mise en scène of each event, ensuring that visual and atmospheric elements align with the brand's narrative, leaving an indelible impression on attendees.

Onsite Responsibilities:

• Collaborate closely with Producers to ensure the timely and efficient completion of all on-site tasks.
• Assist in the management of the Run of Show, ensuring adherence to deadlines and the well-being of the crew with necessary breaks.
• Participate actively in the execution of experiential marketing plans and contribute to achieving client Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) during each show day.
• Provide support in handling necessary pivots or contingency execution as required.

Activate reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Job Qualifications:

• Education: A Bachelor's degree is required.
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• A strong interest in and enthusiasm for event production and experiential marketing.

Requirements:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong critical thinking skills in high-pressure situations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency in task management or project management software (Asana is a plus).
• Willingness to travel extensively (varies by account and season).

Activate provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

365 Retail Markets is the most trusted global provider of unattended retail technology, delivering conveniently smart self-service solutions since 2008. The company’s all-in-one platform powers retail spaces across food service, global retail, and hospitality with a comprehensive suite of frictionless smart stores, micro markets, vending, catering, and dining point-of-sale options. These technologies can be found worldwide in corporate offices, manufacturing and distribution facilities, educational campuses, hotels, and beyond.

As a nine-time honoree on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in the United States, and with a continually expanding global presence, 365 Retail Markets is committed to growth, innovation, and providing superior, integrated technology that meets the evolving needs of its customers and consumers.

This position is located within the Development department of 365 Retail Markets and reports to the Manager of Software Development. The Software Engineer role will be responsible for all aspects of software development from interpreting software requirements to coding, unit test, and documentation, mentoring other engineers, as well as supporting the release of developed software into production. The Software Developer will work with peers within a team environment to jointly develop and enhance applications within the 365 Retail Markets product suite.

Responsibilities

• Independently build, test, and maintain software features, ensuring code quality, maintainability, and performance
• Participate actively in design discussions, architecture decisions, and sprint planning with an eye toward scalability and maintainability
• Write clean, scalable, and modular code using modern frameworks and tools
• Work in an Agile development environment, actively participating in stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
• Collaborate closely with QA, DevOps, UX/UI, and Product Management to ensure successful feature delivery
• Take ownership of small-to-medium-sized projects or features from design to release
• Contribute to and enforce best practices in code reviews, testing, and documentation
• Implement and maintain unit, integration, and functional tests as part of a CI/CD process
• Assist in identifying and reducing technical debt through refactoring and optimization
• Participate in on-call rotations and production issue resolution as needed
• Support and mentor junior developers when needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related technical field or equivalent practical experience
• 3+ years of professional experience in software development
• Proficiency in Java, JavaScript, Kotlin and familiarity with frameworks like Spring Boot, React
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Git-based workflows
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and web architecture including authentication and authorization best practices
• Working knowledge of unit testing, integration testing, and performance profiling
• Experience with cloud services (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally

Bonus/Preferred Skills

• Experience using AI-powered development tools (e.g., Qodo, Copilot) responsibly
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity best practices (e.g., OWASP Top 10)
• Awareness of modern software observability practices (e.g., logging, monitoring)
• Interest or exposure to AI/ML technologies (even if not in-depth)
• Exposure to payment processing hardware and APIs (Castles, Adyen, Heartland)

Hercules Materials Holdings - Warren, MI. - Fleet Maintenance Coordinator

Hercules Materials Holdings is an emerging, privately owned Concrete Ready Mix company that specializes in concrete production and delivery. We started back in 2020 and since then, we’ve grown to 8 plants, and over 130 drivers! We are currently looking to add a maintenance coordinator to our team, working out of our corporate office in Warren, MI.

Must be able to work 7:30am - 5:30pm Monday through Friday

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• 1-2 years in concrete industry preferred but not required
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills
• Moderate proficiency with office based software
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Associate’s Degree preferred but not required

Duties Include, but not limited:

• Verify vendor invoices to match company records
• Finding relevant vendors and service providers for parts and equipment
• Developing and implementing maintenance plans
• Tracking and updating maintenance logs
• Delegating Maintenance tasks such as moving equipment and seasonal PM's
• Maintain a safe work environment compliant with state and federal DOT/OSHA standards

We offer a competitive base salary and benefits package including medical, dental, 401K, and paid time off in addition to offering upward mobility within the company. If you are energetic, self-motivated and looking to launch your career to new heights while becoming part of an expanding organization - don't waste a second - respond today!

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced CAE Durability Engineer – Technical Specialist to lead the structural durability and fatigue validation of critical vehicle systems. This role is responsible for driving virtual sign-off processes, advanced simulation analysis, and correlation between simulation models and physical testing to ensure the durability and reliability of vehicle structures, particularly for electric vehicle architectures.

The ideal candidate will serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in structural durability, guiding engineering teams through simulation-based design validation while collaborating cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, and testing teams.

Job Duties for Durability CAE Tech Specialist

Core Responsibilities

• Virtual Sign-off & Validation: Lead the structural durability and fatigue sign-off for critical systems like body structures, frames, and electric vehicle (EV) battery trays before physical prototype builds.
• Advanced Simulation Leadership: Oversee complex, full-vehicle explicit and implicit dynamic simulations (e.g., ground strikes, curb strikes, and cyclic loading) to assess structural resilience.
• Model Correlation: Drive the alignment between virtual simulation models and physical test results from proving grounds or lab rigs to ensure predictive accuracy.
• Root Cause Analysis: Use physics-based principles and simulation data to diagnose and resolve durability failures from early development through production.
• Technical Mentorship: Act as a "subject matter expert" (SME), coaching junior engineers and developing new CAE methodologies.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Engage with design, manufacturing, and "Road Load" teams to develop design load targets and ensure lessons learned are integrated into future vehicle architectures.

Key Technical Skills & Qualifications

• Simulation Software Expertise: Mastery of CAE tools such as Abaqus, Nastran and fatigue solvers like nCode DesignLife or FEMFAT.
• Material Science Knowledge: Deep understanding of fatigue life prediction, plasticity, ductile failure, and metal joining methods (e.g., welding in HSLA steels or cast materials).
• Data Processing: Proficiency in pre-processors ANSA or HyperMesh and Post-processors HyperView or Meta/Post. Familiarity in scripting languages like Python or MATLAB for automation would be a plus.
• Communication & Presentation: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a proven ability to translate complex data into clear technical and executive presentations for leadership decision-making
• Experience: Requires 10+ years of experience in structural components and CAE correlation for specialist roles.

Special Considerations:

• AI & Machine Learning:
• Proficiency in applying Reduced Order Modeling (ROM) and Neural Networks to accelerate traditional CAE simulations.
• Experience using AI-driven design tools (e.g., Altair PhysicsAI or Ansys SimAI) to predict stress and strain fields without full solver runs.
• Knowledge of Generative Design algorithms to optimize topology for durability and mass reduction.

Are you looking to join a dynamic team that provides its people with the tools to be successful and opportunities to grow?

Universal Logistics is a leading provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions, offering a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal, and specialized services utilized throughout entire supply chains.

Universal has immediate career opportunities in your area. Apply today to become part of the Universal team!

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. is a leading asset-light provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions. We provide our customers with supply chain solutions that can be scaled to meet your changing demands and volumes. We offer a comprehensive suite of services including transportation, value-added, intermodal and specialized services that can be utilized throughout your entire supply chain. Currently, Universal is seeking Logistics Analyst candidates for our position based out of our corporate office in Warren, MI.

The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and/or experience in the following areas:

• Route Design
• Route Management
• Experience working with large, complex data sets
• Creating, updating and managing databases and processes
• Capability to prioritize, multi-task and manage time effectively
• Ability to work independently and as member of a team
• Shipping and/or packaging knowledge
• Must have solid communication and analytical skills – daily interaction with cross-dock, suppliers, carriers and customer personnel
• Scorecard generation/maintenance/tracking (IB/OB trailer utilization, planned vs. actual route mileage, packaging discrepancies, proposed cost savings)
• Daily/weekly/monthly reporting for cross-docks, carriers, management and customers
• Capable to complete special projects as assigned
• Committed to meet deadlines
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) - preferred but not required

The ideal candidate will possess experience with the following computer programs:

• Microsoft Office (especially Excel and/or Access)
• Routing Software

Other requirements include:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Associate’s Degree
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Strong data analysis and information processing skills
• Eager to learn
• Capable of making quick decisions
• Good work ethics
• Innovative and motivated toward continuous improvement
• Ability to think outside the box