Jobs in Ypsilanti, MI

We are looking for remote participants to review financial advice related to budgeting, saving money, and improving spending habits.

In this role you will explore different strategies people use to manage their finances and identify which ideas are the most helpful in real life.

Tasks include reviewing simple financial tips, evaluating money-saving strategies, and providing feedback on budgeting approaches.

The role is remote and open to anyone with an interest in personal finance or household budgeting.

We are seeking individuals to review and provide feedback on everyday money-management tips. This role focuses on common financial challenges such as managing expenses, reducing spending, and making smarter financial choices.

You will review examples of budgeting methods and evaluate practical ideas people use to stretch their income. The goal is to understand which approaches work best for real households.

The work is flexible and fully online. Applicants should have an interest in budgeting, saving money, or improving financial habits.

No formal finance background is required.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented, strategic, and collaborative Operational Excellence Manager with strong organizational, strategic, and relationship-building skills. The Operational Excellence Manager supports the Chief Operating Office and executive team in translating strategy into execution and owns driving continuous improvement. This role owns the operating cadence, KPI/OKR discipline, and cross-functional initiative delivery, ensuring priorities are clearly defined, plans are built with executive owners, and teams execute with accountability. The Operational Excellence Manager will own and establish operating cadence and KPIs, lead cross-functional improvement initiatives, and build/maintain SOPs and governance so processes are documented, adopted, and continuously improved.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Chief Operating Officer and executive team to translate strategy into execution: clarify priorities, define success metrics, establish owners, and ensure follow-through across functions.
• Identify, analyze, and size operational opportunities (cost, speed, quality, and customer outcomes); develop business cases with ROI, effort, risk, and dependencies to support executive decision-making.
• Build execution plans for executive team members (initiative charters, milestones, decision points, resourcing) and work with their teams to convert plans into weekly actions and deliverables.
• Run the enterprise execution system: quarterly and annual planning support (as applicable), KPI/OKR scorecards, recurring reviews, action logs, and escalation of stuck items.
• Drive accountability mechanisms (ownership, meeting discipline, decision logs, due-date tracking) while maintaining strong cross-functional relationships and healthy team dynamics.
• Lead change management for major improvements: stakeholder mapping, communication plans, training, adoption measurement, and reinforcement to ensure changes stick.
• Identify, prioritize, and lead operational improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, quality, speed, and customer outcomes.
• Develop and manage project plans, including scope, timelines, deliverables, resources, and risks across the entire organization.
• Establish and support enterprise operating cadence (KPIs, recurring reviews, action logs, follow-through).
• Act as a liaison between departments, ensuring smooth information flow and timely follow-up.
• Collaborate with project teams to foster collaboration and ensure project objectives are met.
• Prepare regular project status reports and present clear decision-oriented updates to the Chief Operating Officer and other executive stakeholders.
• Lead development and governance of enterprise process documentation, including SOPs, workflows, templates, and playbooks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Abilities:

• Emotional maturity and professionalism to work effectively with executives, managers, and front-line team members.
• Ability to think strategically while managing tactics, logistics, and details.
• Strong relationship-building, stakeholder management, and individual contribution with also effective influence across non-direct reporting teams.
• Strong prioritization and adaptability in a fast-moving environment with shifting deadlines.
• Clear, consistent written and verbal communication at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to operate in an environment with ambiguity and change, adapting to and being a champion for positive change.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze problems from multiple perspectives and determine best course of action to align with business goals/objectives.
• Strong facilitation skills for executive and cross-functional forums (driving clarity, alignment, and decisions).
• Ability to synthesize messy inputs into clear options, recommendations, and action plans.
• Comfort influencing without authority; able to challenge respectfully, escalate appropriately, and keep commitments visible.
• Data fluency: ability to define metrics, diagnose root causes, and use data to drive behavior change (not just reporting).

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in a engineering, business or other related field
• 5+ years of progressive professional experience in operations, business process improvement, project management, or related field
• 2+ years of experience working/managing projects for executive leadership
• Experience with planning, organizing, and establishing priorities to achieve results
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Experience building and operating KPI or OKR systems and an executive operating cadence.
• Experience creating business cases and supporting executive-level prioritization decisions.
• Consulting experience is a plus, but not a requirement

SUMMARY

Using fundamental technical skills, analytical abilities, and up-to-date regulatory knowledge, provide complete customer oriented, air quality permitting, modeling, and compliance solutions, to assist clients in areas of permitting and regulatory compliance.

Interest in developing expertise across multiple environmental media (air, water, waste) and supporting integrated compliance efforts is encouraged.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Technical Responsibilities:

· Conduct air dispersion modeling analysis in accordance with project requirements and/or published guidelines.

· Calculate air emissions, determine required control technologies, and document process information to ensure client operations, and work practices are in accordance with all applicable regulations.

· Remain current regarding the latest developments in air pollution control technologies.

2. Regulatory Knowledge:

· Assemble permit applications, permit amendment applications, standard exemptions, source inventories, and emission fee calculations for submittal to state regulatory agencies for industrial clients.

· Understand existing regulations and continually review new and proposed regulations as they relate to industrial clients.

3. Maintain relationships with existing clients solicit new project work as appropriate; communicate results of analyses internally and externally in verbal and written form.

4. Assist new project engineers with projects and participate in internal training.

5. Update client information in internal database in a timely manner.

(The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.)

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental/Civil Engineering, and/or related Atmospheric/Environmental Science from four-year college or University.

Must have computer literacy, including basic programming, word processing, spreadsheet skills, and knowledge of Microsoft Office software package.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

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

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limit

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use their hands; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Women who choose to become gestational carriers provide an extraordinary gift to help build a family. Many individuals and couples are unable to carry a pregnancy on their own for medical or personal reasons, and surrogates play a vital role in helping make parenthood possible.

At Gift of Life Surrogacy Agency, we guide and support our carriers every step of the way. If you are considering becoming a surrogate, it is important to understand both the medical process and the emotional journey involved. Our team ensures you are fully informed, supported, and cared for throughout the entire experience.

Gestational Carrier Requirements

To ensure a safe and successful journey for both carrier and baby, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Between 21–39 years old
• U.S. citizen living in a surrogate-friendly state
• Have delivered at least one child and are currently parenting
• No more than two (2) C-sections
• Not receiving government or public assistance (including Medicaid, WIC, SNAP/Food Stamps, or state-funded health insurance)
• No history of pregnancy complications (including gestational diabetes, pre-eclampsia, or pre-term labor)
• No history of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, or major depressive disorder
• Not currently taking medications unsafe for pregnancy (including certain mental health medications)
• Able to travel for medical screening, monitoring, and embryo transfer appointments
• Live a healthy lifestyle free of illicit or recreational drug use
• Have a stable home environment and strong support system

All qualifications will be reviewed in detail during your initial consultation.

Compensation & Benefits

We recognize the commitment, time, and care involved in being a gestational carrier. Compensation includes:

Base Compensation

• $60,000 – $70,000(First-time carrier to experienced carrier)

Additional Benefits

• $250 monthly expense allowance
• $500 maternity clothing allowance
• $10,500 for multiple birth
• Up to $10,000 for loss of organs (per contract terms)
• Lost wages (carrier and spouse, if applicable — based on employment verification)
• Travel reimbursement
• $200 per week for housekeeping (if medically necessary)
• $20 per hour for childcare (if medically necessary)

All medical expenses, legal representation, and services related to the surrogacy journey are covered.

We are hiring remote contributors to review consumer finance content focused on budgeting and money-saving strategies.

Your role will involve reading short financial guidance pieces and providing feedback on their usefulness for people managing tight budgets. You may also identify which tips are the most practical for everyday situations.

This position is ideal for people interested in personal finance, budgeting, or improving financial literacy.

The work is flexible and completed online.

We are looking for people who are interested in personal finance and budgeting. In this role you will review practical money-saving strategies and provide feedback on budgeting ideas for everyday households.

You will look at different financial habits, common spending patterns, and simple ways people manage money when budgets are tight. The work is simple and can be done online.

Responsibilities include reviewing budgeting advice, identifying useful money-saving ideas, and sharing your opinion on which strategies are most helpful.

No professional experience is required, but an interest in personal finance, saving money, or budgeting is helpful.

This is a remote opportunity and can be completed from home.

Side Hustles Flexible Work to Earn Extra Cash Looking to make extra money on the side? You dont need to leave your full-time job to do it.

With flexible side hustles, you can earn on your own schedule nights, weekends, whenever it works for you.

Opportunities include: Freelancing (writing, design, tech, etc.) Delivery driving or rideshare Online tutoring or teaching Selling products or crafts online Virtual assistant and remote admin roles Social media or content creation Why It Works: ?? Set your own hours ?? Work from anywhere ?? No experience required for many gigs ?? Turn hobbies and skills into income Whether youre saving for something big or just want more breathing room in your budget, a side hustle can help you get there.

【Job Description】

Responsible for key account development and maintenance , establishing and nurturing strong customer relationships in the Automotive Industry.

Develop and execute key account sales strategies to achieve sales targets.

Gain an in-depth understanding of customer needs, providing personalized product solutions and after-sales support.

Collect market intelligence, analyze competitor activities, and provide recommendations for the company's product and market strategies.

Participate in business negotiations, finalize sales contracts, and monitor contract execution.

【Requirements】

Language: English as working language, Japanese as a plus.

Bachelor's degree or above in Polymer Science, Materials, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields.

Minimum 3 years of B2B sales experience, (Automotive Industry is preferred) with a proven track record of independently managing key accounts with decision-making authority/significant influence. Equipped with the experince of leading at least one project from inception (0-1) to successful implementation.

Proactive, passionate, with strong achievement motivation and desire for success, and high resilience.

Excellent customer relationship development and establishment skills.

Financial Highlights – Enjoy an Immediate Pay Raise and Professional Growth!

$10k Fast Start Bonus Per Month for 12 months, $120k First Year, requires one new commercial account with at least 250 employees, every two weeks.

$2,500 First Week Training Pay for the first five training days.

$500 per virtual appointment bonus with food with no bonus limit.

Up to $1500 per week for meeting minimum call and one qualified onsite appointment.

200% of the profit margin for the first 90 days of orders shipped.

40% to 59% of the profit margin after 90 days

Up to $10k new client account credits

Up to $5k new account donation credits

Up to $400 of gift cards for business building activities

GHA Technologies, Inc. has become the #1 Employee-Owned Value-Added Reseller in America. Past rewards have included #1 Microsoft Western Region VAR, #1 fastest growing company in Arizona, #69 on the CRN Solution Provider 500, #15 2018 CRN Fast Growth 150 List.

We sell the latest AI technologies from Nvidia, Dell, HP, Microsoft, Google, Cisco, Lenovo, Apple, VMWare, Adobe, APC, IBM, Nutanix, EMC, Pure Storage, Samsung, Intel, Eaton, and all the hottest AI and Green Data Center, Virtualization, Energy Conservation, Cloud, Storage, Security, Wireless, SD Wan, Video, Identification, and Power Technologies! We also specialize in mission critical product procurement and integration services for some of the largest Corporate, Government, and Education clients in America! Our client base is a who's who of corporate America!

GHA employee owners will receive stock shares every year on top of our industry’s leading commissions, bonuses, and promotional offerings!

Mission critical, online, vast E Commerce distribution network coast-to-coast warehouse locations support just-in-time delivery.

Super convenient, orders placed by 9:00 p.m. EST (8:00 p.m. CST) can be received the next morning for in-stock items.

Secure, 24-hour access to your own personal portal customized with special pricing on more than 2 million top selling products from 3,500 manufacturers in the USA and across the globe.

We are currently HIRING experienced Sales Professionals nationwide with a minimum of three years direct technology sales experience.

We offer a highly lucrative earnings and benefits package with top salespeople earning between $96,000 to $2,000,000 annually. W-2 Employment, Medical, Dental, and HSA Benefits, 401K Retirement Plan, and GHA company stock ownership (ESOP) plan.

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