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Makita is a worldwide leader in the professional power tool industry. Over the past 100 years, we have built a reputation for using the finest raw materials, the most advanced manufacturing equipment, and the most rigorous quality testing in the industry. Headquartered in La Mirada, CA, Makita U.S.A., with offices in Reno, NV, Wilmer, TX, and Flowery Branch, GA, has brought Makita's best-in-class engineering advantage to professional power tool users in America since 1970.

Job Summary:

The Product Manager is responsible for developing and executing product strategy plans that deliver new innovative solutions, achieve sales objectives, and strategically position Makita USA in a leadership role. This position requires a thorough understanding of the market, competition, trades, end user’s needs, applications, business trends, channels of distribution, and product price positioning for their respective category. This individual will be a product leader working cross-functionally to deliver their category vision and strategy for Makita USA.

Salary: $95,000 – $120,000 per year

Essential Job Duties:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Manage product development portfolio strategies to include new product development roadmaps and existing product portfolios to align with the company’s vision and objectives.
• Understand product life cycles to create planning processes and timelines to develop new products.
• Manage the overall product development process from ideation to processing the necessary steps and approvals to the implementation and product launch.
• Thoroughly understands primary applications for all related products and accessories while understanding the current competitor’s product strengths, weaknesses, assortments, and marketing strategies.
• Have complete knowledge and assessment of the market, both targeting users and dealer requirements, including current trends, size of the user segments, building code requirements, market opportunities, and geographical strengths to develop strategies to position and develop products that lead the market.
• Establish and employ product innovation positioning with attribute planning that articulates the value proposition to our targeted users.
• Lead/support cross-functional (research) development teams that may include engineering, sales, marketing, logistics, purchasing, outside research firms, and others to develop further new/refreshing products and promotional tactics.
• Responsible for increasing category revenue and profit by developing new products, enhancing products/solutions, implementing promotional activity, and developing/creating sales aids to further build user awareness and brand energy.
• Develop promotional strategies along with the marketing team for new and sustaining products that reinforce the Brand and value to both targeted users and dealers.
• Monitor workflow, milestones, and processes to ensure timelines and deadlines are achieved.
• Deliver product presentations to key customers, trade press, and attend required trade shows.
• Determine annual forecasts and sales budgets for related product categories.
• Strong time management, project management, and strategic planning skills while having a clear vision of the “big picture”.
• Support the quality improvement process by working closely with the QC team by assisting at the field, service, and user levels.

Skills Required:

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethics; Upholds organizational values.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.
• Adaptability - Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Marketing experience, including advertising, copy development, working with graphic designers, etc.
• Product management experience, including launching products, ideally in a related industry, such as construction or building products.
• Strong familiarity with power tools, perhaps as a contractor or trades professional, or at a manufacturer or retailer of power tools.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position does have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

This position will sometimes work in an open office setting that is quiet and fast-paced and fosters continuous learning while operating under high demand/volume. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Travel:

40% travel may be required for this position, which includes overnight stays in some cities where events are being held.

Education and/or Experience Desired:

• Bachelor’s Degree from a college or university, or equivalent professional institution.
• Master’s degree in marketing, Business, or related discipline preferred.
• We will also consider non-degreed candidates with significant and highly relevant experience.
• 5+ years in product management or similar industry experience.
• Previous experience with both retail and distribution channels is preferred.

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 essential functions.

• Required to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• Required to regularly stand; walk; and stoop, bend, or reach above head.
• Required to frequently sit.
• May be required to occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to ascend and descend stairs.
• Continuously reach out to sort miscellaneous items.
• Physically & mentally able to work in an environment that may be subjected to strict deadlines and multiple projects.
• May be subjected to working extended and/or irregular hours.

Our Benefits Include:

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options after 30 days of employment
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Employee assistance program (EAP) for mental health and well-being
• Paid subscription to Headspace and 5 other members of your choice

Financial Security

• Competitive pay & performance-based incentives
• Company branded vehicle provided
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Basic Term Life insurance is 100% company paid
• Long-term Disability Coverage 100% company paid
• Disability Coverage
• Voluntary Coverage: Critical illness, accidental, hospital indemnity, whole life, and supplemental life plans.

Work-Life Balance

• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays)
• Employee discounts on Makita tools and accessories - because we know you love quality tools!

Join Makita USA and power up your career with a company that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence!

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Disclaimer:

This description is based on management's assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline for managers and employees, but it does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all of the elements of the job. Management reserves the right to modify the description at any time, or to vary the duties and responsibilities of the job on a temporary or indefinite basis to meet production, scheduling, or staffing needs.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, veteran status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, medical (including genetic characteristics or cancer diagnosis), actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. All such discrimination is prohibited. Additionally, the Company will provide registered domestic partners with all rights and benefits as required by Law. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) prohibits employers from requesting or requiring genetic information of an individual or a family member of the individual. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws and providing equal employment opportunities.

At a Glance

Company: Precision Castparts Corp.
Location: Garden Grove, CA (On-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $26.00 – $39.25 per hour (based on experience)
Shift: Days or Afternoons | Monday–Friday 
Overtime: Optional 6 hours Saturday
Experience Level: Mid-Level (2–4 years)
Work Authorization: U.S. Person may be required (ITAR/EAR compliance)
Apply Link: Apply through hireCNC

Why This Role Exists

This role exists to support continued production demand and operational growth across aerospace and industrial manufacturing programs.

At Precision Castparts Corp., this position plays a key role in producing highly engineered, tight-tolerance components used in aerospace, power generation, and energy applications — with a strong focus on quality, consistency, and on-time delivery.

The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

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• Set up and operate CNC Lathes and automated machining cells (DMG Mori EcoTurn 450, DMG Mori NLX 2500/700, Hardinge, Takisawa)
  
• Prepare fixtures, load tooling, and set offsets for production runs
  
• Load, run, and make basic edits to CNC programs at the machine
  
• Run production and repeat jobs while maintaining quality standards
  
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using precision tools
  
• Adjust feeds, speeds, and offsets to maintain tolerances and part quality
  
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop travelers, and work instructions
  
• Verify prior operations are complete before starting new processes
  
• Troubleshoot basic machining or program issues as they arise
  
• Collaborate with supervisors, leads, and quality teams to ensure production goals are met
  

Machines, Controls & Inspection Tools

You’ll work with equipment such as:

Machines:

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• 2–3 Axis CNC Lathes - DMG Mori EcoTurn 450, DMG Mori NLX 2500/700, Hardinge, Takisawa
  
• Automated Machine Cells
  
• Drilling & Reaming Equipment
  

Controls:

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• Fanuc
  
• Haas
  
• Mazak 
  

Inspection Tools:

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• Micrometers
  
• Calipers
  
• Height Gauges
  
• Air Gauges
  
• Bench Inspection Equipment
  

Materials You’ll Work With

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• Aluminum
  
• Alloy Steel
  
• Stainless Steel
  
• Aerospace-grade alloys
  

What We’re Looking ForRequired:

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• 1+ years of CNC machining and setup experience
  
• Experience with CNC Lathes
  
• Ability to read blueprints and follow shop travelers
  
• Basic understanding of G & M codes
  
• Experience with setups, tooling, and offsets
  
• Familiarity with inspection tools (calipers, mics, gauges)
  
• Basic shop math (fractions, decimals, measurements)
  
• Ability to read and write English
  
• Safety-focused and reliable
  

Preferred (Not Required):

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• Experience with multi-axis (3+ axis) machining
  
• Exposure to automated machine cells
  
• Experience in aerospace or high-precision manufacturing
  
• Strong troubleshooting and process improvement mindset
  

Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Precision Castparts Corp. because:

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• Clean, organized, and safety-focused shop environment
  
• Stable, long-term work supporting aerospace and energy industries
  
• Access to advanced machining equipment and technology
  
• Competitive pay and strong benefits package
  
• Opportunities to grow into advanced setup, programming, or leadership roles
  
• Backed by Berkshire Hathaway with strong long-term stability
  

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: $26.00 – $39.25/hr (DOE)

Benefits:

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• Quarterly Bonus
  
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
  
• 401(k) with company match
  
• 40 hours PTO annually
  
• 10 paid holidays
  
• Life insurance
  

Schedule:

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• Monday–Friday | Days or Afternoons
  

Overtime: As needed

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POSITION:

RIMOWA is seeking a highly accomplished and passionate Client Advisor. The Client Advisor is responsible for driving sales through exceptional client service, strong product knowledge, and deep understanding of the luxury retail environment. This role focuses on building lasting client relationships, delivering an outstanding in‑store experience, and contributing to the overall success of RIMOWA while serving as a true brand ambassador.

YOUR RESPONSIBILTIES:

Sales

• Consistently achieve and surpass individual sales objectives, directly contributing to the store’s overall commercial success and prestige.
• Serve as a true brand ambassador, conveying RIMOWA’s storied heritage, iconic designs, engineering, and uncompromising craftsmanship.
• Curate and cultivate an exclusive and loyal client portfolio, building enduring relationships and driving sustained repeat business through personalized engagement, client appointments, and events.
• Actively support and inspire colleagues, fostering a sophisticated, collaborative, and high-performance sales environment.

Customer Service

• Embody the RIMOWA brand ethos at all times, presenting yourself with impeccable professionalism.
• Deliver a seamless, white-glove post-purchase experience by meticulously managing client follow-ups, repairs, and service requests with discretion and care.
• Anticipate client needs through an intimate knowledge of the brand’s history, new product launches, and the competitive luxury landscape.
• Create memorable, elevated moments for every client, ensuring each interaction reflects the refinement synonymous with RIMOWA.

Operations

• Execute all POS transactions with precision and efficiency.
• Confidently open and close the store register in full compliance with company policies.
• Participate proactively in inventory management while upholding the highest standards of loss prevention.
• Maintain exceptional visual merchandising, ensuring the store consistently reflects a polished, luxurious, and inviting aesthetic.
• Always uphold immaculate store presentation and operational readiness.

PROFILE:

• Proven success in a premium or luxury retail environment
• Demonstrated expertise in developing, nurturing, and retaining a discerning clientele; an established luxury client book is highly desirable.
• Impeccable personal presentation with exceptional communication skills
• Strong problem-solving capabilities, a refined attention to detail.
• A deep appreciation for luxury craftsmanship, travel and elevated lifestyles.
• Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to regularly lift and handle Items up to 20 lbs.
• Multilingual In Spanish, French, Portuguese, and/or Mandarin a plus.

Job Title: Electronics Lab Technician

Location: Tustin, CA

Zip Code: 92780

Duration:4+ Months

Qualifications

* 2+ years of technician work experience in electronics/engineering labs

* Technology/Technician degree or equivalent experience

* Electric vehicle experience a plus

* Basic electrical understanding

* Excellent soldering and harnessing skills

* Familiar with test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, eloads, etc.

* Strong technical ability

* Ability to solder fine pitch ICs and 0402 components.

* Experience with MS office tools (Outlook/Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Project)

* Familiarity with Jira tools is a plus

* Python Scripting is a plus

* IPC-610, IPC-620, IPC-7711, IPC-7721 or J-STD-001 certifications are a plus

Company Description

Position: Website Manager

Type: Full Time - Onsite in Costa Mesa, CA

Salary: TBD

Company Description:

WOLFpak is a family-owned backpack brand that started in a humble garage in Southern California in 2020. In just four years, we have grown into a globally recognized name, thanks to our founders’ relentless drive and vision. As a trendsetter in the market, WOLFpak offers innovative designs with a stylish twist and a variety of fresh colorways. Our signature personalized patches allow you to express your individuality, while our bags seamlessly blend cutting-edge design with functionality. For more information, visit .

Role Description:

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Costa Mesa, CA, for a Website Manager. The Website Manager will oversee all aspects of our website's performance, user experience, and functionality. Key responsibilities include ensuring the site is user-friendly and up-to-date, managing content updates, optimizing for SEO, and coordinating with the marketing team to align online presence with brand goals. The role requires strong analytical skills to track performance metrics and continuously improve the website's effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update website content to ensure accuracy and freshness.
• Optimize website for search engines to improve visibility and ranking.
• Enhance user experience through strategic layout and navigation improvements.
• Collaborate with marketing and design teams to align website content with brand strategy.
• Monitor website performance and analytics, providing insights for improvements.
• Ensure website security and troubleshoot any issues that arise.
• Manage relationships with third-party vendors for hosting and development needs.

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in website management and development.
• Strong understanding of SEO principles and tools.
• Proficiency with content management systems (CMS), HTML, CSS, and other web technologies.
• Excellent communication skills for working with cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Previous experience with e-commerce platforms is a plus.
• Passion for the fitness and athletic industry is an advantage.

Skills:

• Website Management, SEO Optimization, Content Management Systems, User Experience Design, Web Analytics, HTML/CSS, Project Management, Digital Strategy, E-commerce Platforms, Vendor Coordination.

Job Title: Office Coordinator, Home Health

Location: Newport Beach, California (Fully Onsite)

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Type: Contract with Potential for Contract-to-Hire

Pay Rate: $20 – $23/hour

Position Overview

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking a highly organized and technology-savvy Office Coordinator to support a Home Health branch office in Newport Beach, California. This role serves as a central coordination hub for administrative operations, staff support, onboarding logistics, and basic technology setup for new team members.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and comfortable supporting both administrative and technical tasks in a healthcare environment. This position plays a key role in ensuring the branch operates efficiently by assisting with staff coordination, documentation management, onboarding logistics, and survey readiness.

Candidates with medical office or healthcare experience are strongly preferred, particularly those familiar with medical terminology and patient-facing environments.

Key Responsibilities

Office & Administrative Support

• Answer incoming phone calls and direct them to appropriate staff or departments.
• Provide administrative support to branch leadership, clinical staff, and operational teams.
• Type, copy, and distribute correspondence, reports, forms, and internal documents.
• Open, sort, and distribute incoming mail and shipments.
• Order, track, and maintain office supply inventory.
• Support special projects and administrative initiatives for the branch.

Staff & Branch Coordination

• Assist with new hire onboarding logistics, including coordinating equipment setup and workspace readiness.
• Ensure new hire documentation and onboarding paperwork are complete and organized.
• Assist with maintaining documentation needed for internal audits and regulatory survey processes.
• Help coordinate branch events, staff meetings, and team activities.
• Support day-to-day office coordination to keep branch operations running smoothly.

Technology Support

• Assist new hires and staff with basic technology setup and configuration, including:
• Setting up computers and equipment
• Connecting to Wi-Fi and internet networks
• Installing and configuring Microsoft Teams
• Supporting basic troubleshooting for office technology issues
• Serve as a point of contact for basic technical assistance related to onboarding equipment.

Compliance & Documentation

• Assist with survey readiness by ensuring documentation is complete and organized.
• Maintain accurate records and confidential documentation in accordance with company policies.
• Assist with compiling reports and gathering operational data when needed.

Qualifications

Required

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook required).
• Strong organizational and coordination skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to manage and maintain confidential and sensitive information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable assisting with basic technology setup and troubleshooting.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced office environment.
• Professional demeanor when interacting with staff, patients, and families.

Preferred

• Medical office or healthcare experience strongly preferred.
• Understanding of medical terminology.
• Experience working with patients or families in healthcare settings (home health, hospital, clinic, etc.).
• Experience supporting onboarding coordination, compliance documentation, or regulatory survey preparation.

Why Work with Wheeler Staffing Partners

At Wheeler Staffing Partners, we connect talented professionals with organizations where they can grow and make a meaningful impact. Our team is committed to providing personalized support, career guidance, and access to high-quality opportunities across healthcare, corporate services, engineering, and construction industries. When you work with Wheeler Staffing Partners, you gain a dedicated recruiting team focused on helping you succeed at every stage of your career.

The Opportunity

Broadreach Recruitment is supporting an international design-led manufacturing business in the appointment of a Procurement Project Manager to join their Operations team in Los Angeles.

This role is not a traditional buyer or purchasing position. We are looking for someone with experience in furniture OEM, interior fitout, or design-led manufacturing, ideally within custom or bespoke product environments.

The procurement function focuses on coordinating outsourced manufacturing, managing materials and production schedules across multiple suppliers. You will need to understand bills of materials (BOMs), product drawings, and how manufactured products are assembled, while using ERP/MRP systems to organise purchasing and project timelines.

Candidates whose experience is primarily in retail buying, commodity purchasing, or transactional procurement are unlikely to be suitable for this role.

The Role

You will act as the central procurement owner across assigned projects, working closely with Project Managers, Operations and suppliers to align purchasing with project timelines and budgets.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing all procurement activity across live projects
• Acting as procurement gatekeeper for scope, cost and timelines
• Planning and releasing purchase orders via ERP/MRP systems
• Driving cost-effective buying strategies to protect margins
• Ensuring Deliver In Full On Time (DIFOT) performance
• Maintaining structured weekly supplier communication
• Proactively managing lead times and supply chain risk
• Maintaining accurate reporting and procurement documentation

Performance Targets

This role operates with clear operational KPIs, including:

• DIFOT target: 95%
• 95% milestone adherence
• Snag cost target: 0.5% of sales
• Zero communication complaints
• 7-day average punch item completion

About You

Essential:

• Proven procurement or supply chain experience
• Strong ERP/MRP system experience
• Experience working within project-based manufacturing environments
• Strong organisational and analytical capability
• Excellent communication and vendor management skills

Desirable:

• Experience in furniture, engineered products, interiors or manufacturing
• Understanding of product drawings and technical specifications

You are:

• Detail-driven
• Commercially aware
• Process-oriented
• Comfortable operating against measurable KPIs
• Proactive and solution-focused

Additional Details

• Based in Los Angeles
• 07:30am – 4:30pm, Monday–Friday (42.5 hours per week)
• Exempt position
• Driver’s license and own vehicle required (mileage reimbursed)
• Employment is at-will

Major, Lindsey & Africa's client is in immediate need of an Interim Commercial Counsel (Gov't Contracts).

Overview: Interim Commercial Counsel to assist in the drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements, with a focus on government contracts.

Company: Orange County-based global provider of manufacturing and engineering services for complex applications in aerospace, defense and industrial markets.

Experience: 5-10 years of experience commercial contracts.

Location: Costa Mesa, CA

Responsibilities Include:

Contract Review & Negotiation

• Review of government contracts.
• Some review and negotiation of vendor/supplier agreements, focusing on:
• Vendor markups and risk allocation
• Ensuring FAR/DFARS flow-down compliance
• Some additional review and negotiation of other commercial agreements, e.g. customer-facing agreements and NDAs.

Risk Management

• Apply existing contract review matrix and roadmap for markups.
• Confirm risk transfer and compliance with government contracting requirements.

Collaboration

• Work closely with internal stakeholders to align on risk tolerance and business priorities.

Qualifications Include:

• JD from an accredited law school and bar license in at least one US state.
• 5–10 years (ideal mix of law firm and in-house experience).
• Experience in government contracts, including familiarity with FAR/DFARS.
• Ability to work onsite in Orange County.
• Detail-oriented, high energy and enthusiasm, strong judgment, ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Pay Range: $110/hour

Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA's Website on the Consultant Resources Page:

All interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration. Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws.

Job ID: 244923

Associate Attorney – Construction Defect Litigation

Location: Santa Ana, California

Experience Level: 0–7+ Years (Entry-level and lateral candidates encouraged to apply) Compensation: $120,000 – $190,000 depending on experience

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Attorney to join their premier Construction Defect practice group. This is a unique "any experience" opening: we are equally interested in Entry-Level Attorneys eager to build a career in a specialized field, and Lateral Associates from other litigation backgrounds (such as General Liability or PI) looking to pivot into complex, multi-party construction disputes.

For junior candidates, we provide a robust mentorship program and a clear path toward independent case handling. For experienced candidates, we offer a high-level caseload with opportunities for trial experience and client management.

Key Responsibilities

• Case Management: Manage all phases of construction defect litigation, representing developers, general contractors, or subcontractors in residential and commercial disputes.
• Discovery: Draft and respond to discovery requests, including complex document productions involving blueprints, job files, and inspection reports.
• Depositions: Prepare for and conduct depositions of plaintiffs, expert witnesses (engineers, architects), and site personnel.
• Expert Collaboration: Work closely with forensic experts to identify structural deficiencies, water intrusion issues, and standard-of-care violations.
• Advocacy: Draft and argue substantive motions (Demurrers, Summary Judgment) and attend court hearings and mediations.
• Reporting: Maintain proactive communication with insurance carriers and clients, providing clear analysis of liability and exposure.

Requirements

• Credentials: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active license in good standing with the California Bar.
• Litigation Interest: A strong desire to master the "nuts and bolts" of construction—you must be comfortable learning how buildings are built and where they fail.
• Writing Skills: Exceptional research and writing skills are required for handling the dense motion practice characteristic of construction law.
• Organization: Ability to thrive in a high-volume environment where cases involve dozens of parties and thousands of pages of technical documents.
• Travel: Willingness to attend on-site inspections and property "walk-throughs" with experts as needed.

Preferred Skills (But Not Required)

• Experience with the Right to Repair Act or similar pre-litigation statutes.
• Background in engineering, architecture, or construction management.
• Previous experience in insurance defense or general civil litigation.

Major, Lindsey & Africa’s client is in immediate need of an Interim Commercial Counsel (Gov’t Contracts).

Overview: Interim Commercial Counsel to assist in the drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements, with a focus on government contracts.

Company: Orange County-based global provider of manufacturing and engineering services for complex applications in aerospace, defense and industrial markets.

Experience: 5-10 years of experience commercial contracts.

Location: Costa Mesa, CA

Responsibilities Include:

Contract Review & Negotiation

• Review of government contracts.
• Some review and negotiation of vendor/supplier agreements, focusing on:
• Vendor markups and risk allocation
• Ensuring FAR/DFARS flow-down compliance
• Some additional review and negotiation of other commercial agreements, e.g. customer-facing agreements and NDAs.

Risk Management

• Apply existing contract review matrix and roadmap for markups.
• Confirm risk transfer and compliance with government contracting requirements.

Collaboration

• Work closely with internal stakeholders to align on risk tolerance and business priorities.

Qualifications Include:

• JD from an accredited law school and bar license in at least one US state.
• 5–10 years (ideal mix of law firm and in-house experience).
• Experience in government contracts, including familiarity with FAR/DFARS.
• Ability to work onsite in Orange County.
• Detail-oriented, high energy and enthusiasm, strong judgment, ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Pay Range: $110/hour

Information regarding benefits can be found on MLA’s Website on the Consultant Resources Page:

All interested and qualified candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration. Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate against applications on the basis of age, sex, race or any other protected characteristics pursuant to applicable state or federal laws.

Job ID: 244923