Jobs in Tupelo Mississippi

The Industrial Engineer will be responsible for making process improvements through collection and analysis of manufacturing data to improve safety, product quality, customer delivery, and cost reductions. Provide on-floor process information for training and meeting engineering standards. Support and provide production associates with the tools required to perform the job in a manner to meet all requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Leading and directing technical activities are necessary to solve problems encountered from blending through shipping. Ensure the team takes the necessary steps through effective communication and proper documentation to avoid similar problems in the future
• Develop & maintain process guidelines (SOP/SOC) and training programs for the integration of new products and systems
• Reduce process variation (improve process capability) to ensure consistent product quality and adherence to manufacturing standards
• Lead cost reduction initiatives through materials, product, and process improvements; assist the project teams to hold brainstorming sessions and develop action plans for the Profit Improvement Process (PIP), including activities to reduce utilities consumption, cycle times, scrap, downtime, material usage variance, and direct labor
• Act as a technical resource in Continuous Improvement Tools to plant and PIP project leaders: Lean Manufacturing/Toyota Production Systems, Six-Sigma, 5S/6S, Total Productive Maintenance, Kaizen Events, Value Stream Maps, DOEs, FMEAs, Advanced Problem-Solving, SMED, etc., and assist in their implementation in an efficient manner for individual projects
• Participate in the updating of manufacturing standards as a result of performance improvements
• Develop work cell layouts in an effort to optimize material flow and support 5S and visual management initiatives
• Initiate new equipment and technologies to maintain the company’s competitive advantage; including detailed scope definitions with the plant (capabilities, throughput, and equipment controls including function block diagrams, process parameters, and data acquisition requirements), RFQ documents, and execution timeline plans (including facility preparation, installation, H&S, training, production ramp-up, etc.).

Education, Experience and Qualifications

• B.S. degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Technology
• 10+ years of experience of manufacturing work experience
• High volume, continuous manufacturing environment
• Process Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering / CI skills and expertise
• A results-oriented problem solver with an analytical approach
• Excellent verbal & written communication
• A hands-on individual with good people skills
• Six sigma green/black belt and knowledge of DOE preferred

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Must-Haves:

• 5+ years as a System/Control Engineer
• Bachelors Degree
• Ability to travel
• Requires experience with complex systems
• 2-5 years’ experience with Automotive Communication Language J1949 (CAN bus) is required.

Plusses:

Local to Olive Branch MS

Day to Day:

• Lead technical efforts supporting the launch of a new electric Power Take-Off (ePTO) product.
• Develop a deep understanding of the overall ePTO system, including electrical, mechanical, and control components, and how they interact.
• Program, configure, and validate the ePTO controller to ensure proper system performance across applications.
• Analyze and manage system dynamics between product subsystems to optimize functionality, efficiency, and reliability.
• Support integration of the ePTO system with customer vehicles, ensuring compatibility with vehicle architectures and operating requirements.
• Collaborate with customers and internal teams to understand application needs, particularly within the industrial work truck market.
• Assist with troubleshooting, validation, and refinement of system performance during development, testing, and early production phases.
• Provide technical support and documentation related to system configuration, integration, and operation.

Design Engineer - Electrical

Company Overview:

Howard Industries, Inc. is the nation’s leading manufacturer of distribution transformers, with over 10 million overhead, single-phase and three-phase pad mounted, and network transformers in service throughout the United States and abroad. As Mississippi's largest privately held employer headquartered within the state, the company employs over 5,000 team members, generates over $1 billion in revenue, and consists of three main corporate divisions: Howard Power Solutions, Howard Transportation, and Howard Technology Solutions.

Job Description:

As a member of the technical staff, the Design Engineer is responsible for the design of electrical distribution transformers. This includes specification reviews, design reviews, product development, cost savings analysis, quotes and quality and reliability improvements. The engineer will provide technical support for Marketing and external customers and also be responsible for factory support.

Minimum Requirements: Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Preferred Requirements:

• Electrical Power Systems, Electrical Machines, Electromagnetic Fields Concentration and/or previous work experience with design of electrical transformers
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Excel, Word, and Access)
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD software
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Programming skills

Howard Industries offers excellent pay and benefits. Benefits for eligible employees include paid employee health insurance, 401K, paid vacation, holiday pay and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer Vet/Disabled

Job Type: Full-time

Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of activities in support of successfully arranging for delivery, assembly, and distribution of parts in order to expedite the flow of materials and meet production schedules. Such items involve a strong interface with Planners/Schedulers, Buyers, Quality, Program Management, and Manufacturing personnel.
• Will be empowered to communicate directly with suppliers, while maintaining a respectful linkage to Purchasing Buyers and Management.
• Gathers, collects, records, tracks, and verifies data and information from multiple sources.
• Uses software for the functional area to compile, review and analyze data to generate reports, statistics, timelines, tables, graphs, correspondence and presentations.
• May design processes to enhance workflow and float from section to section to cover and cross train.
• Provides data and information to others on functional unit processes and procedures.
• Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards.
• Other projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Track ITAR parts.

• Requirements:
• Must be able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Must be able to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Must be able to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
• Must be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Must be able to problem solve.
• Must be skilled in persuasiveness; planning and organizing.
• Must be able to comprehend and process information rapidly and accurately.
• Must be able to recognize or identify the existence of a problem as well as elements of a problem.
• Skilled in problem analysis and independent decision-making.
• Must be able to apply general concepts or rules to specific cases to proceed from stated premises to their logical conclusions.
• Ability to discern priorities and multi-task.
• Skilled in handling stressful situations.
• Ability to create, enter, retrieve, and print from software programs such as; Excel and Word.
• Must have knowledge of computer use, with experience in Microsoft Office.

• Preferred:
• Knowledge of SAP systems.
• Two (2) years of experience serving in a similar role – spanning knowledge of purchase orders and buying.
• Knowledge and experience in working with customers and/or suppliers.

• Education:
• High school diploma or equivalent AND 2 years of relatable experience.

One of our Prominent clients, engaged in Elevator industry is looking for an "Dispatcher" role in Olive Branch, MS

Job details:

Job title:: Dispatcher

Duration:: 6 Months (CONTRACT)

Location:: Olive Branch, MS 38654 (ONSITE)

Shift:: 1st Shift - Monday - Friday (8AM - 5:00PM)

Brief about the role:

Review, analyze, process and document parts requests in an accurate and timely manner according to company standards.

Essential Functions

• Process PO’s from Customers
• Research all parts inquiries, including but not limited to, replacement, foreign, obsolete and inactive parts as well as external vendor material.
• Process returned goods paperwork, issue credits/debits.
• Prepare accurate, timely service to internal and external customers to assure the precise part is delivered in accordance with request and company standards.
• Supply quotes to customers for material in a prompt and accurate manner.
• Identify and resolve order discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Resolve customer inquiries via phone or email
• Handle high volume calls while performing all other task
• Lead special projects and other duties as assigned.

Experience Preferred:

• Two or more years of customer service experience in a heavy call volume environment is required
• Elevator part knowledge and five or more years elevator technical experience is a plus
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel and heavy Outlook is required
• The ability to read, interpret and comprehend technical drawings and specifications is required.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Must be organized and detail-oriented to perform and manage tasks as assigned.

Atlas Web Technologies ® – a Division of Atlas Roofing Corporation – focuses on the development and manufacture of state-of-the-art substrate product solutions for the building, construction, lamination, and original equipment management (OEM) industries. The solutions are derived from the three primary technologies: recycled paper, coated non-wovens, and hybrids of these base technologies. Atlas Web Technologies ® products are suitable for everything from packaging to roofing underlayments, buildings to automobiles, furniture table pads to lamination.

Atlas Roofing Corporation, a privately owned company, established in 1982, is an international and multi-divisional manufacturer of roofing, sheathing, facer, and insulation product solutions.

Atlas Web Technologies ® is seeking a Divisional Plant Engineer for the Meridian, Mississippi facility.

Divisional Plant Engineer Job Duties & Primary Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical leadership to multiple plant locations driving improvements in reliability, process control, and other pertinent KPI’s.
• Create necessary CAD drawings for equipment layout, process control, fabrication and assembly of components.
• Familiar with pneumatic, hydraulic, steam, and boiler systems and controls.
• Must have exceptional operational knowledge of process equipment and the ability to make logical decisions concerning the operation, maintenance and modification of process equipment with minimal supervision.
• Experience with project management and implementation from the initial planning stages to completion on time and within budget.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, and timelines for capital and expense projects with input from stakeholders.
• Prepare project justifications and formal authorization requests for capital projects generally over $100,000.
• Commission new production equipment, controls, and processes, and monitor modifications and upgrades.
• Familiar with control loops and control strategies to support troubleshooting and optimization of existing controls and processes.
• Independently evaluates, selects and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria, using judgment in optimization of processes and products involving modifications to facilities, equipment, methods and materials.
• Where appropriate, select and supervise external contractors and consultants to ensure they meet the requirements for function, cost, timing, and quality.
• Works with process, quality, production, and manufacturing personnel to develop and implement process changes necessitated by new technology or improvements to current technologies.
• Make observations and take measurements directly, as well as collect and interpret data from other technical and operating staff involved to develop and implement process improvement.
• Works with maintenance departments to develop proactive maintenance procedures and programs for the facilities and process equipment.
• Travel 25% to the other two locations (Sylacauga, Alabama & Franklin, Ohio). Expected travel requirement is minimum of 30%, potentially higher during project implementations.

Divisional Plant Engineer Additional Required Skills & Qualifications: (include computer, language, mathematical, and analytical skills required)

• Advanced analytical skills and creativity in solving problems and troubleshooting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal and presentation), with the ability to effectively work with various levels in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple short and long-term projects.
• Competent with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Project
• Familiar with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) (ControlLogix/ RS logic) is preferred.

Divisional Plant Engineer Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no direct internal supervisory responsibilities.
• Supervises and directs outside contractors during the construction and commissioning phases of capital projects.

Divisional Plant Engineer Education: (include Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations required)

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or similar technical discipline.
• Minimum of ten (10) years’ hands-on work experience in a manufacturing environment with a proven track record of measurable results.
• Demonstrated initiative and the ability to handle complex assignments and be proactive.
• Experience in building materials or paper manufacturing is preferred.
• Experience in process batching and coating technology is preferred.

Total Compensation

• Atlas Roofing Corporation offers competitive compensation and vacation/holiday package as well as a comprehensive benefits program including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D/LTD insurance, 401k and Medical & Dependent Care Spending Accounts.

Atlas Roofing Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

No calls or agencies please.

About this Position:

Job Title: Natural Developer

Position Description and Job Skill Set:

• We are looking for a talented and highly effective Senior Natural/ADABAS Developer to join our development and support team.
• We are currently supporting, enhancing, and maintaining the Child Support System.
• The enhancments include use of latest technologies as needed to interface/integrate with other systems on different platforms and automation of current processes.

Required Skills/Experience:

Technical Skill Set Requirements

• Programming experience in Natural, and the utilization of ADABAS.
• Experience running Natural processes in batch via JCL and/or SCL, and online - 10 Years.
• Experience in the analysis, design, and programming of large or complex development projects on large-scale Linux systems - 2 Years.
• Experience with automated child support systems - 4 Years.
• Ability to provide subject matter expertise on system architecture - 3 Years.

Business Skill Set/Requirements

• Ability to provide recommendations regarding enhancements to the systems and processes - 3 Years.
• Experience developing, maintaining, and updating documentation for procedures, policies, and processes - 3 Years.
• Experience training end users on software - 3 Years.

Technical/Business Skill Set Requirements

• Knowledge of child support policies and procedures, and current state and federal mandates as implemented or similar to child support system - 2 Years.
• Experience interpreting, designing and implementing federal and state mandates in Linux systems - 2 Years.

Preferred/Not Required:

• Ability to effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing.
• Strong oral and written communication, and time management skills.
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work independently but effectively with a team to accomplish team projects and solve technical problems.
• Ability to conceive and/or develop creative solutions and possess strong problem-solving skills.
• Experience with SCRUM /Iteration methodologies.
• Experience with Jira Software.
• Ability to work on many projects at one time.
• Experience converting outdated technologies to new cutting-edge technologies.

"No phone calls please."

"We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship or any protected status."

Role : Mainframe Developer- Adabas/Natural exp

Location : Jackson, MS

Onsite job.

Required Skills/Experience

Provide the minimum required skills and/or experience the contractor must possess to qualify for this position. These

requirements will be transferred to the Score Sheet and candidates without these requirements reflected on their resume will NOT be presented to the manager for consideration.

Ten years of experience with Software AG products, ADABAS, Natural, Natural One, Predict, Construct, ADABAS Replication, Treehouse tcVision, WebMethods EntireX, CONNX SQL gateway, ApplinX, Natural AJAX.

Ten years of experience analyzing user requirements and designs along with testing, implementing and performing

quality assurance of information systems utilizing Natural One, ADABAS, MVS/JCL, COBOL/CICS, VSAM files,Linux/zLinux, Espsoft/SCL, Informix, and UNIX.

Three years of experience advising on system architecture, and developing, maintaining, and updating documentation for procedures, policies, and processes.

Two years of knowledge and experience of SNAP, TANF, eligibility, economic assistance, and child welfare policies and procedures, and implementing state and federal mandates in Linux systems.

Preferred/Not Required

Provide any skills/experience that would be helpful for the candidate to possess but not required. Examples: Previous supervisory

experience, WebLogic experience helpful, etc.

Experience with Jira and KACE ITSM systems

Experience with SCRUM/iteration methodologies

Experience modernizing legacy applications

Experience with child welfare workflows and systems and related federal requirements