Jobs in Scotch Plains

THE POSITION IN A NUTSHELL

Sciens Building Solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Fire Suppression Service Technician to inspect, service, test, and maintain suppression systems, including, but not limited to fire extinguisher and kitchen hoods. Customer and employee interface require a high degree of effective human relations. Communication skills, both verbal and written are important elements of the position.

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WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING (and doing well!)

• Inspect, service, test, and maintain fire suppression systems, including fire extinguishers and kitchen hoods.
• Complete basic to standard level complexity repair of fire extinguishers, systems cylinders, and DOT-specified cylinders.
• Produce detailed commissioning and inspection reports in accordance with NFPA.
• Responsible for complex troubleshooting and effective resolution.
• Responsible for vehicle inventory.
• Ensure facility and inventory is kept in a safe and orderly state.
• Provide support, guidance, and expertise to the other technicians.
• Ability to manage job scheduling and job progress in an efficient and cost-effective manner, with a strong focus on quality.
• Proficient in issue resolution.
• Excellent organizational, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of fire protection industry and products.
• Work with customer(s) to perform deficiency repairs.
• Identify opportunities to perform inspections at new customer sites.
• Identify opportunities to upgrade current equipment according to code requirements.
• Maintain and in-depth knowledge of complete line of products/services and customer requirements through in-house training, networking, and research.
• Utilize approved marketing materials to present sales presentations and proposals to prospects, ensuring the customer understands our value proposition, positive features, and advantages of our products and services over those of the competition.
• Independently establish call plans and customer follow up strategies and tactics; consistently apply time and territory management techniques.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards.

WHAT WE LIKE ABOUT YOU

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in a technician role within the fire suppression environment.
• Able to work with a sense of urgency under tight deadlines
• Knowledgeable in fire suppression or related code requirements.
• Able to pass a background check, drug screen, and driving record screening according to required guidelines.
• Must be physically capable of performing the essential functions of a Fire Suppression Technician, with or without reasonable accommodation, and without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of yourself or others.

WHAT WE'RE BRINGING TO THE TABLE

• Competitive salary based on qualifications.
• Paid time off plan and holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Short term and long-term disability.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with options.
• Life insurance.
• Company cell phone, laptop, and vehicle.
• Professional career development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Title : Packaging Engineer

Location : Clark, NJ (Hybrid Role)

Direct Client

Job Description:

JOB PURPOSE

This role will manage transversal PPD development projects including strategic catalog maintenance updates, plant transfers, and new product launches. The position is designed to provide short-term coverage for maternity leave (7 months) with potential opportunity to manage a full product launch from start to finish. The ideal candidate is a seasoned developer with strong leadership skills, strategic agility, and preferably prior client experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and manage project timelines, identifying key tasks and milestones to ensure on-time launches in compliance with client's Quality systems
• Present launch and transversal project reviews; escalate risks to operational and divisional leadership
• Guide Marketing in new innovation briefs to ensure design aligns with Agility, Profitability, and client For the Future (L4TF) initiatives
• Engage Operations and cross-functional stakeholders for project ownership
• Lead project review meetings and resolve roadblocks impacting progress
• Analyze launch viability in terms of cost, timeline, and sustainability
• Drive risk assessment with Operations and R&I partners; track mitigation plans and secure backup options
• Partner with Marketing, Operations, and R&I on harmonization, profitability, and sustainability initiatives
• Manage plant transfers and coordinate feasibility costs, COG analysis, and value analysis support
• Research and develop packaging components; coordinate with R&D
• Provide development support to team members, including guidance on feasibility costing and aesthetic choices
• Coordinate meetings, prepare minutes, and follow up on action items

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Operations, or related technical discipline required
• Minimum 7 years of experience in package/product development and project management (cosmetics, consumer goods, or related field preferred)
• Technical packaging experience a plus
• Experience developing products for global markets preferred
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to inspire and motivate teams to move projects forward
• Collaborative, team-oriented, and able to build strong cross-functional relationships
• Proficient in Microsoft 365
• Must be onsite as this is an essential function of the position

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Prior client experience strongly preferred (contractor or ex-employee, subject to HR approval)
• Experience managing product launches end-to-end
• Familiarity with systems and processes (Wildware, QCP, etc.)

Russell Tobin & Associates is seeking a Customs Entry Writer to work for our client in Florham Park, NJ. This is an excellent opportunity to join a top global logistics & shipping company!

Pay: $24-$26/hour

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Location: Florham Park, NJ (hybrid schedule after training)

Summary:

The CHB Delivery Associate is responsible for coordinating and executing shipments to ensure service levels of clients are met on a daily basis. This role supports a small group of client accounts by expediting their shipments from start to finish; by development of familiarity with their import programs and products; by coordinating file processing with team members and other Company work groups.

Own all CHB operations services for the customers assigned to them, including but not limited to:

• Providing customer service to assigned customers and assisting customers with questions and requests for information.
• Processing Customs entries and OGA for clearance of goods.
• Opens entry files, and subsequently processes entries according to outlined KPI
• Coordinates clearance of shipments with forwarders, Steamship Lines, Airlines, to ensure shipments are released timely.
• Completes customer billing and/or other required reports.
• Ensures compliance with regard to OGA (FDA, F&W, EPA, FCC etc.)
• Completes tracking and tracing for inbound shipments.
• Completes billing timely according to KPI
• Coordination of delivery for shipments from airline, ocean piers and CFS (container freight station) to customer/consignee destination.
• Reviews entry documentation to ensure it meets government regulations.
• Maintain customer SOPs and make updates as needed

Qualifications:

• 6 -12 months of experience in the industry
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate confidently
• Persistently drives issues to closure
• Well organized, detail oriented – especially when working under pressure
• Works together with others in the business unit to achieve results, fosters teamwork
• Ability to multi-task in a face paced environment
• Proficiency utilizing Excel
• Experience with Cargowise preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required, or equivalent work experience
• Customs House Brokerage License preferred but not required

Russell Tobin offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.

About Wakefern

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, Fairway Markets®, Gourmet Garage®, and Morton Williams® banners.

Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay a step ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co-operative members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best in class procurement practices.

About You

As a member of the Transportation Safety Department, the Transportation Safety & Compliance Administrator supports the Safety & Compliance Department by performing a wide range of administrative and data management tasks that help maintain the fleet’s overall safety and regulatory compliance. This role is responsible for establishing and maintaining comprehensive accident and damage files, updating federally mandated records such as the DOT Accident Register, and preparing monthly compliance reports. The position requires daily interaction with internal partners including Risk Management, Fleet Maintenance, and Safety Supervisors as well as external stakeholders such as insurance brokers, ticket management companies, and law enforcement agencies. The Administrator also prepares various departmental correspondence and provides general administrative support as assigned by the Manager of Safety & Compliance. This role is essential in ensuring accurate documentation, timely reporting, and efficient workflow within the Safety & Compliance function.

Responsibilities:

The core functions of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Establish, organize, and maintain comprehensive files for all accident investigations, tractor damage, trailer damage, and miscellaneous damage claims.
• Update and track all accident documentation to ensure accurate and complete file records.
• Maintain the DOT‑mandated Accident Register, ensuring all required incidents are logged and updated in a timely manner, according to DOT requirements.
• Manage data and create the Monthly Accident Register report for internal distribution.
• Coordinate check requests and manage charge accounts for obtaining police accident reports.
• Maintain a 7‑year filing archive for all accident-related folders in accordance with regulatory retention requirements.
• Coordinate with the insurance broker regarding Certificates of Insurance for owner‑operators renting or purchasing tractors.
• Engage daily with the Risk Management Division to exchange required information on accident files, supporting accurate claims handling and risk assessments.
• Manage the driver qualification files in compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
• Track and manage expiration dates for driver credentials, including medical screenings and registration renewals; generate and send monthly compliance reports to the Transportation Manager.
• Support timely processing of driver terminations, ensuring all systems and records are updated and coordinated with Accounting to remove union dues.
• Maintain accurate databases for fleet tractors, 700+ drivers, owner‑operator tractor registrations, and TWIC cards.
• Facilitate the Drivers’ Safety Award Program, including tracking accident‑free eligibility, ordering gifts, and coordinating award distribution.
• Monitor and maintain the annual roster of drivers who qualify for safety recognition based on accident‑free performance.
• Manage New York City parking tickets, including sorting, reconciling, and reviewing ticket notices.
• Coordinate with third‑party ticket management companies, maintain an updated tracking spreadsheet, and prepare monthly payment compilations and check requests.
• Prepare driver Preventable and Non‑Preventable determination letters and distribute to appropriate parties.
• Draft and maintain the Monthly Motorists Complaints Report, including documentation of incidents and tracking involved drivers.
• Generate departmental correspondence and reports as assigned by the Manager, Safety & Compliance.
• Is daily point of contact for Safety Supervisors, supporting investigation processes, documentation needs, and operational safety initiatives.
• Coordinate with Fleet Maintenance regarding damage assessments for tractors and trailers involved in accidents.
• Collaborates with internal departments (Transportation Operations, Risk Management, Fleet Maintenance, Accounting) to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely communication.

What we are looking for

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred or working toward bachelor degree.
• Outstanding telephone etiquette, verbal and written communication skills
• Minimum of 3-5 years administrative, safety, compliance, or transportation industry experience.
• Understanding of DOT regulations, accident reporting requirements, or fleet safety processes a plus.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and follow established compliance procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Effective multitasking and time‑management skills, especially in a fast‑paced environment.
• Organized, systematic, detail oriented, impeccable record keeping skills.
• Ability to proactively interact with individuals throughout Wakefern and outside the company.
• Handles confidential matters with discretion and professionalism.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to sit and work at a desk for long periods of time
• Ability to view screens for long periods of time
• On-site five days a week

Core Competencies

• Communicate Effectively: Communicates thoughts and ideas in a well-organized manner, encouraging two-way communication.
• Build Relationships: Creates cross-functional partnerships through the development and maintenance of constructive and cooperative relationships.
• Stay Competitive: Demonstrates a mindset of continuous improvement while exhibiting passion and enthusiasm for their work.
• Embrace Change: Looks for new ways of working by supporting advancements in processes and technology.
• Develop You: Identifies and capitalizes on opportunities for personal and professional career growth.
• Drive for Results: Supports divisional and strategic objectives through achievement of work goals.

Company Perks

• Vibrant Food Centric Culture
• Corporate Training and Development University
• Collaborative Team Environment
• Educational Workshops
• Networking Opportunities
• Volunteer Opportunities

Compensation and Benefits

The weekly salary range for this position is $1,113-$1511. Placement in the range depends on several factors, including experience, skills, education, geography, and budget considerations.

Wakefern is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional development of our Associates. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match & annual company contribution, paid time off, holidays, and parental leave. Associates also enjoy access to wellness and family support programs, fitness reimbursement, educational and training opportunities through our corporate university, and a collaborative, team-oriented work environment. Many of these benefits are fully or partially funded by the company, with some subject to eligibility requirement

About Wakefern

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, and Gourmet Garage® banners.

Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay a step ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co-operative members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best-in-class procurement practices.

Summary

As a member of Wakefern Tech’s HR/Legal Systems team, this role will support and enhance Wakefern's HCM platform, including configuration, troubleshooting, and developing SQL-based reporting. This role involves working closely with various areas across the enterprise (including corporate, warehouse, retail, and member locations) to understand their needs and architect the appropriate HCM related solutions.

Essential Functions

• Participate in the project development lifecycle for HCM related systems including, but not limited to:
• System design, configuration, and integration
• System testing and validation
• System implementation
• Provide ongoing system support including, but not limited to:
• Ongoing work related to system upgrades, enhancements, production fixes, etc., including the testing and rollout of new features and functionality
• Provide day-to-day HCM related system support including application configuration changes, incident troubleshooting and resolution, and ongoing system maintenance activities
• Develop and optimize SQL queries for data extraction, audits, and analysis
• Build and maintain custom reporting and dashboards using SQL and/or other appropriate tools
• Build and maintain integrations with both external vendors/systems and internal systems
• Support data integrity, auditing, and audit reconciliation efforts
• Partner with stakeholder teams around the enterprise to identify opportunities for platform enhancement/improvement and work with the project team to translate these requirements into system solutions
• On call support after hours and on weekends as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, HR Technology, or related field preferred
• 5+ years supporting an enterprise HCM system
• Proficiency with modern cloud-based HCM platforms such as Dayforce, Workday, UKG, Oracle Fusion, or comparable system
• Strong SQL skills for queries, troubleshooting, and reporting
• Experience developing custom HCM reports
• Strong analytical and communication skills

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Standard office environment; ability to work on a computer for extended periods.
• This position requires in-person office presence four days per week

Competencies

• Problem Solving
• Communication
• Technical Expertise
• Collaboration

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $81,224 - $175,396. Placement in the range depends on several factors, including experience, skills, education, geography, and budget considerations.

Wakefern is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional development of our Associates. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match & annual company contribution, paid time off, holidays, and parental leave. Associates also enjoy access to wellness and family support programs, fitness

reimbursement, educational and training opportunities through our corporate university, and a collaborative, team-oriented work environment. Many of these benefits are fully or partially funded by the company, with some subject to eligibility requirements.

The Vendor Procurement & Carrier Strategy Manager is responsible for leading the sourcing, procurement, onboarding, performance management, and compliance oversight of third-party vendors and transportation carriers supporting Safeway Logistics and ECW operations. This role ensures the organization maintains a reliable, compliant, and cost-effective carrier and vendor network while mitigating operational, financial, legal, and regulatory risks.

The position plays a strategic role in capacity planning, carrier procurement strategy, cost management, and vendor compliance while partnering closely with Operations, Sales, Customer Solutions, Safety, Legal, and Finance teams to support scalable logistics solutions and customer growth.

Key Responsibilities

Vendor Procurement & Management

• Lead the sourcing, evaluation, and selection of transportation, warehousing, and logistics-related vendors and carriers.
• Negotiate vendor and carrier contracts including pricing structures, service level agreements (SLAs), fuel programs, accessorial schedules, and renewal terms.
• Maintain a centralized vendor and carrier database including contracts, certifications, insurance documentation, compliance records, and performance data.
• Monitor vendor and carrier performance against KPIs and SLAs, addressing deficiencies and implementing corrective actions.
• Establish vendor and carrier scorecards to evaluate cost efficiency, service reliability, safety performance, on-time delivery, and claims ratios.
• Conduct quarterly business reviews (QBRs) with key strategic vendors and carriers to drive performance improvements and operational alignment.

Carrier Procurement & Network Strategy

• Develop and execute a carrier procurement strategy to ensure sufficient transportation capacity for all customer freight, including peak season and surge volume requirements.
• Build and maintain a diverse, reliable carrier network across transportation modes including FTL, LTL, and final mile.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new carriers and brokers to support expanding customer needs while ensuring compliance and service expectations.
• Conduct market analysis on lane rates, capacity trends, and carrier performance to optimize transportation cost and service levels.
• Lead annual and quarterly RFP/RFQ bid events for major transportation lanes and customer programs.
• Develop lane pricing strategies to support competitive customer quotes while protecting company margins.
• Maintain a centralized rate repository for all contracted carriers to ensure accurate and accessible pricing for internal teams.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure all vendors and carriers comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations including DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and insurance requirements.
• Oversee vendor and carrier onboarding processes including background checks, insurance verification, licensing, and safety documentation.
• Implement a carrier risk management model to identify high-risk vendors or carriers and enforce remediation plans or removal when necessary.
• Partner with Safety and Legal teams to manage claims, incident investigations, and carrier corrective action plans.
• Support regulatory audits, inspections, and compliance reviews related to third-party vendors and carriers.

Capacity Planning & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Operations and Customer Service teams to forecast freight demand and align carrier capacity accordingly.
• Work closely with Customer Solutions and Operations to match carriers with customer requirements including special handling, temperature-controlled shipments, high-value freight, and time-sensitive deliveries.
• Support Sales teams with carrier network insights during customer onboarding, pricing development, and logistics solution design.
• Lead weekly cross-functional reviews to evaluate capacity planning, carrier performance, and cost-to-serve analysis.
• Develop and track KPIs for carrier and vendor performance including:
• On-time pickup and delivery
• Tender acceptance rates
• Claims frequency
• Safety performance
• Cost efficiency

Reporting & Technology Enablement

• Provide leadership with regular reporting on vendor compliance, carrier performance, cost trends, and risk exposure.
• Implement and leverage logistics technology tools including TMS platforms, carrier portals, and analytics dashboards to improve procurement visibility and decision-making.
• Maintain accurate reporting for leadership to support strategic planning and operational improvements.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in vendor procurement, carrier procurement, supply chain management, or logistics operations
• Strong knowledge of transportation compliance and regulatory requirements
• Proven experience managing carrier/vendor contracts, procurement processes, and risk mitigation strategies
• Experience negotiating transportation pricing, carrier agreements, and service contracts
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working cross-functionally with operations, sales, and compliance teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in 3PL, transportation management, or warehousing environments
• Familiarity with DOT, FMCSA, safety compliance, and carrier qualification programs
• Experience leading transportation procurement events (RFP/RFQ)
• Strong collaboration and cross-functional leadership capabilities
• Experience using TMS systems, logistics analytics tools, or procurement platforms

About MACKAGE

Specialists in all-season protection since 1999, Mackage merges the finest, most responsible leathers, down and wools with luxury-forward design, an approach that yields uncompromising construction, enveloping comfort and signature silhouettes.

A global outerwear leader defined by a commitment to exceptional quality, purpose, and performance with a focus on aesthetic innovation.

Mackage is committed to employment equity and invites applications from women, visible minorities, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons and otherwise marginalized persons.

Senior Sales Associate (Key Holder)

Reporting to the Store Manager, the Senior Sales Associate with Key Holder responsibilities provides an exceptional customer service, generates sales and participates in all essential duties to ensure an effective day-to-day operation at the store, including the support of all operations, visual and brand directives.

What you’ll do:

• Meet and exceed store sales, KPIs and personal target.
• Promote and act as a brand ambassador of Mackage by providing exceptional service within a customer centric environment from product knowledge and excellent customer experience.
• Ensure proactive client engagement leveraging CRM and growing the clientele database.
• Provide timely and informative product knowledge of the brand by explaining the characteristics, the advantages and the benefits of our products to new and existing customers.
• Participate in the daily operations of the store for optimal effectiveness (merchandise reception; labelling, merchandising, POS operations, inventory management, shipping and receiving packages etc.);
• In the absence of the management team, the senior sales associate will oversee daily operations with responsibilities (and not limited) to open and close the store, update daily reports, communicate to HQ partners effectively, execute Visual Merchandising responsibilities, ensure store standards are maintained and operational duties are consistently met.
• Upkeep store standards and maintain merchandising within the sales floor in addition to the organization of back of house.
• Always demonstrate a strong presence on the floor to support the customer experience and uphold loss prevention best practices.
• Act as a strong team player and always remain respectful to your team and customers.

What you’ll need:

• 1-2 years’ experience in a store environment with key holder responsibilities
• Luxury retail experience is a plus.
• Multilingual is a plus.
• Excellent customer service, sales and communication skills set.
• Problem-solving skills related to basic customer service.
• Model a positive attitude, professional appearance, and behavior.
• Good understanding to fashion trends (an asset).
• Experience in visual merchandizing (an asset).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and POS operating systems.

We want to get to know you

Our client, a children's apparel company, is seeking a Junior Technical Designer to join their team in Edison, NJ!

*Hybrid flexibility after initial training period (1-2 days work from home)

Responsibilities:

• Ensure sample packages are received and log samples
• Measure reference samples, fit samples, and production samples
• Assist in fittings
• Photograph samples
• Enter fit comments and corrections into PLM
• Assist in providing detailed comments to overseas partners

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of technical design experience
• Ability to work independalty and within a team
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to commute to Edison, NJ

Please submit your resume for consideration.

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About Wakefern

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, and Gourmet Garage® banners.

Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay a step ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co-operative members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best-in-class procurement practices.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing, developing, and implementing complex projects, with focus on automating data processes and driving efficiency within the organization. This role requires a close collaboration with application developers, data engineers, data analysts, data scientists to ensure seamless data integration and automation across various platforms. The Data Integration & AI Engineer is responsible for identifying opportunities to automate repetitive data processes, reduce manual intervention, and improve overall data accessibility.

Essential Functions

• Participate in the development life cycle (requirements definition, project approval, design, development, and implementation) and maintenance of the systems.
• Implement and enforce data quality and governance standards to ensure the accuracy and consistency.
• Provide input for project plans and timelines to align with business objectives.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Work with cross-functional teams and ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Provide regular updates to the management team.
• Follow the standards and procedures according to Architecture Review Board best practices, revising standards and procedures as requirements change and technological advancements are incorporated into the >tech_ structure.
• Communicates and promotes the code of ethics and business conduct.
• Ensures completion of required company compliance training programs.
• Is trained – either through formal education or through experience – in software / hardware technologies and development methodologies.
• Stays current through personal development and professional and industry organizations.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain automated data pipelines and ETL processes to ensure scalability, efficiency, and reliability across data operations.
• Develop and implement robust data integration solutions to streamline data flow between diverse systems and databases.
• Continuously optimize data workflows and automation processes to enhance performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Design and develop end-to-end data solutions utilizing modern technologies, including scripting languages, databases, APIs, and cloud platforms.
• Ensure data solutions and data sources meet quality, security, and compliance standards.
• Monitor and troubleshoot automation workflows, proactively identifying and resolving issues to minimize downtime.
• Provide technical training, documentation, and ongoing support to end users of data automation systems.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including solution designs, specifications, and operational procedures.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, information systems, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with cloud data platforms (e.g., GCP, Azure, etc.)
• Strong knowledge and skills in data automation technologies, such as Python, SQL, ETL/ELT tools, Kafka, APIs, cloud data pipelines, etc.
• Experience in GCP BigQuery, Dataflow, Pub/Sub, and Cloud storage.
• Experience with workflow orchestration tools such as Cloud Composer or Airflow
• Proficiency in iPaaS (Integration Platform as a Service) platforms, such as Boomi, SAP BTP, etc.
• Develop and manage data integrations for AI agents, connecting them to internal and external APIs, databases, and knowledge sources to expand their capabilities.
• Build and maintain scalable Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, including the curation and indexing of knowledge bases in vector databases (e.g., Pinecone, Vertex AI Vector Search).
• Leverage cloud-based AI/ML platforms (e.g., Vertex AI, Azure ML) to build, train, and deploy machine learning models on a scale.
• Establish and enforce data quality and governance standards for AI/ML datasets, ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of data used for model training and validation.
• Collaborate closely with data scientists and machine learning engineers to understand data requirements and deliver optimized data solutions that support the entire machine learning lifecycle.
• Hands-on experience with IBM DataStage and Alteryx is a plus.
• Strong understanding of database design principles, including normalization, indexing, partitioning, and query optimization.
• Ability to design and maintain efficient, scalable, and well-structured database schemas to support both analytical and transactional workloads,
• Familiarity with BI visualization tools such as MicroStrategy, Power BI, Looker, or similar.
• Familiarity with data modeling tools.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices for data (CI/CD pipelines)
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., JIRA, Clarizen, etc.)
• Familiarity with DevOps practices for data (CI/CD pipelines)
• Strong knowledge and skills in data management, data quality, and data governance.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to learn new technologies and tools quickly.
• The ability to handle stressful situations.
• Highly developed business acuity and acumen.
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

This position requires in-person office presence at least 4x a week.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $75,868 - $150,644. Placement in the range depends on several factors, including experience, skills, education, geography, and budget considerations.

Wakefern is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional development of our Associates. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match & annual company contribution, paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.

Associates also enjoy access to wellness and family support programs, fitness reimbursement, educational and training opportunities through our corporate university, and a collaborative, team-oriented work environment. Many of these benefits are fully or partially funded by the company, with some subject to eligibility requirements

About Us:

Franco Manufacturing Co., Inc. has been a leading international producer of home fashions for over 70 years. Our products include whimsical and stylish bedding, pillows, throws, towels, and accessories for popular licensed properties, including Disney, Hasbro, Nickelodeon, Warner Brothers, and many more. Franco products can be found at major mass market retailers, specialty stores, discount stores, department stores and on-line retailers.

Responsibilities:

In this highly visible position, you will manage and oversee daily order processing operations to ensure orders are entered, reviewed and released accurately and on-time. Duties include:

1. Ensure that inventory and/or product allocation issues are addressed with Planning, Sales, Production Planning, Receiving and/or Distribution management. Ensures accuracy of order confirmation and billing.
2. Manages the order pipeline updating ship windows and planned ship dates to give an accurate shipping forecast. Monitor order status, back orders, and exceptions. Proactively address delays or discrepancies.
3. Manage the on-boarding of new accounts including reviewing account requirements and sales forecast. Communicate requirements with internal teams to ensure that orders can be processed by the required date.
4. Ensures that current routing and compliance requirements are maintained for assigned customers and updates are coordinated with IT.
5. Research compliance charge backs and provide Accounts Receivable with supporting documents to handle disputes. Work with VP Operations to develop processes to avoid re-occuring chargebacks
6. Ensures that all necessary documents are provided to Order Processing to release and batch customer orders. Ensure that assigned ship dates are communicated and routing is set up.
7. Regularly communicate with Sales to ensure they are aware of account and order processing issues.
8. Coordinates with warehouse management to prepare production schedules for reworks and pallet assembly projects.
9. Oversee the flow of customer shipping orders to warehouses in accordance with customer compliance guidelines. Establishes priorities and assists in planning work center capacity and establishing receiving priorities.
10. Maintain NMFC freight class and SCAC codes in operating system.
11. Coordinates with Sales, Production, and Logistics teams and implements process improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Requirements:

• Qualified candidates must have 5+ years’ experience managing a Customer Service or Order Processing team in a high-volume consumer products environment
• Previous experience working with major retail accounts including Walmart, Target, and/or Amazon
• Understanding of customer routing through major retail portals
• Experience building and calculating truck volumes and scheduling shipments
• Hands-on experience managing customer compliance and chargeback resolution
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Email) and experience with ERP and WMS systems
• Experience with the Blue Cherry ERP system is a plus