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Company Overview:

Manning Contracting is a dynamic and growing General Contracting Company specializing in commercial construction projects. Committed to delivering high-quality results and exceeding client expectations, we are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer to join our team. This role is essential in supporting the successful planning, execution, and completion of construction projects.

Position Overview:

As a Project Engineer, you will collaborate with the project management team to ensure the smooth operation of construction projects. This role involves a combination of technical expertise, project coordination, and communication skills. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in engineering or construction management, as well as a keen interest in contributing to the success of diverse construction projects.

Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Coordination:

• Assist in the development and maintenance of project schedules, ensuring alignment with project milestones and deadlines.
• Coordinate project activities, including procurement, subcontractor management, and material deliveries.

Design and Engineering Support:

• Work closely with design teams and architects to review plans and specifications.
• Provide engineering support and insights during the project planning and execution phases.

Document Management:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including contracts, permits, and change orders.
• Organize and track project-related correspondence and communications.

Quality Control:

• Assist in implementing and maintaining quality control measures on construction sites.
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards and project specifications.

Cost Estimation and Budgeting:

• Support the project management team in cost estimation and budget development.
• Monitor project costs and expenses, identifying opportunities for cost savings.

Subcontractor and Vendor Coordination:

• Assist in the coordination of subcontractors and vendors, ensuring adherence to project schedules and quality standards.
• Communicate effectively with subcontractors and vendors to address issues and facilitate collaboration.

Safety Compliance:

• Enforce and promote a strong safety culture on construction sites.
• Conduct safety meetings, toolbox talks, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience or internships in a project engineering or construction-related role is a plus.
• Estimating experience a plus.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and adapt to changing priorities.

Join Manning Contracting and be a valuable contributor to the success of our construction projects. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented professional with a passion for construction project engineering, we invite you to apply and grow with our dynamic and growing company.

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Role: Sr Electrical Engineer

Location: Blue Ash, OH

Duration: 6 Months CTH

Job Description:

The Sr Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing, developing and testing electrical designs for specialized equipment. This position has comprehensive knowledge of equipment, business and customer requirements that drive the design of the technical solutions and participates in all phases of product development lifecycle, including the analysis, design and equipment construction, and installation support of designed equipment and confers with other engineering staff for programming and site startup support.

This is an on-site position in the Cincinnati, Ohio, Blue Ash area.

Responsibilities

• Designs and conducts research to evaluate electrical systems, products, components, and applications.
• Assists field engineers with installation of designed systems and verifies proper build of designed systems.
• Develops electrical products that conform to standards and customer requirements, researches and tests manufacturing and assembly methods and materials.
• Prepares technical drawings and specifications for electrical control panels.
• Develops manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for building and assembling electrical components.
• Assures product quality by designing electrical testing methods; testing finished products and system capabilities to ensure conformance to design and equipment specifications and compliance with operational, safety, or environmental standards.
• Prepares product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Resolves required changes, and support solution to complete designed equipment during installation.
• Maintains product database by writing computer programs.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 – 8 years previous professional electrical engineering experience
• Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
• High degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
• Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients.
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and management.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.

Valco Melton, a world leader in adhesive application, fluid handling, and quality assurance systems, is seeking an Instructional Designer to join the Technical Communications team at our world headquarters in Cincinnati.

The Instructional Designer will be responsible for developing both e-learning and in-person learning modules for internal and external customers. Internally, these modules will be used to improve training quality for our technical personnel. Externally, these resources perform a critical role in the acceptance and proper use of Valco Melton’s equipment at customer sites.

The Instructional Designer will be the sole developer of these learning modules but will have robust support from the Engineering and Service teams. Along with this support, the Designer will have access to demonstration equipment and instructional design tools, with Articulate 360 as the central focus.

Note: this role is a 100% on-site position based at Valco Melton’s world headquarters in Cincinnati.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Work with colleagues across the company, especially Technical Service and Engineering to create training content for both online and in-person environments.
• Be prepared to produce basic video recording, editing, and production of Valco Melton equipment for training module material.
• Use technical writing skills for script development and editing.
• Use AI-based translation tools to translate learning modules into multiple languages.
• Use Articulate-360 training development software tools, specifically for online learning modules.
• Use PowerPoint, audio, and video tools for development of in-person training material.
• Visit customer sites to gain understanding of how Valco Melton equipment works and how it integrates with the machines in various markets,
• Accompany trainers to obtain occasional direct feedback on training material.
• Work with company resources to provide suitable narration of scripts used in online learning modules.
• Obtain an online Instructional Design certificate if not already certified.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, technology, technical writing, or other applicable field.
• Certified in Instructional Design by an accredited program.
• 3-5 years of experience with in-person training or training development.

Benefits Package:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Vacation and personal time.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Profit-sharing program.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term disability insurance.
• Professional development assistance.
• Employee assistance program.
• On-site fitness center and exercise amenities.

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The Mill-Turn NC Programmer works closely with the Division leaders of NC Programming and NC Team Leads to develop high-quality CNC programs for mill-turn products produced on vertical or horizontal lathes, including multi-axis turning centers, twin-spindle machines, and live-tool capable platforms. The role includes designing tooling and work-holding, optimizing machining strategies, and supporting prove-out on the shop floor. The programmer ensures that all programs meet manufacturing, quality, and safety requirements while aligning with company standards and production schedules.

Key duties

• Develop CNC programs for vertical and horizontal lathes, including mill-turn and multi-tasking machines, using appropriate CAM software and based on engineering drawings, 3D models, and technical specifications.
• Create and modify 3D solid models from 2D drawings, PDFs, and customer-supplied geometry when needed.
• Design tooling, work-holding, and fixture concepts to support turning, milling, cross-drill, and multi-axis operations.
• Optimize machining processes for cycle time, tool life, and manufacturability, balancing efficiency with quality.
• Ensure CNC programs meet internal standards, machining best practices, and production requirements.
• Interpret and apply GD&T, model-based definitions, and tolerance schemes to ensure dimensional compliance.
• Support program prove-outs on the shop floor, collaborating with machinists and manufacturing engineers to resolve issues.
• Understand and apply FAI requirements, inspection methods, and aerospace documentation standards (if applicable).
• Maintain knowledge of ITAR, ISO 9001, AS9100, and other quality/compliance requirements.
• Work cross-functionally to support new product introduction, continuous improvement, and special projects.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support production and engineering objectives.

Requirements

• 710+ years of CNC programming experience in a manufacturing environment, including turning centers and mill-turn equipment.
• Strong knowledge of CAM software (CATIA, Mastercam, NX, or equivalent) and post-processing workflows.
• Proficient understanding of G-Code and M-Code for turning, milling, and multi-channel machines.
• Experience with tooling selection, insert application, feeds/speeds optimization, and chip-control strategies.
• Ability to design and document fixtures, jaws, and work-holding solutions for complex mill-turn operations.
• Familiarity with Vericut or other simulation software for tool-path validation.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, blueprint interpretation, and metrology techniques.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools and capable of producing clear documentation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with machinists, quality engineers, and production teams.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a continuous-improvement mindset.
• Formal training in relevant CAD/CAM tools preferred.

Job Description

The Digital Accessibility Specialist supports the Accessibility Center of Excellence (COE) by partnering with Product, Design, Engineering, and Quality teams to deliver inclusive, accessible digital experiences at scale. In this role, you will conduct audits of design systems and content management platforms. You will perform manual and automated accessibility testing across web and mobile experiences, ensuring compliance with WCAG 2.2 AA, and related standards. You will identify accessibility barriers, author high-quality defects and documentation requirements, and contribute to training, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement of accessibility practices across company.

Top 3 skills: Knowledge of accessibility standards, experience with assistive technology, experience with accessibility documentation

Soft Skills Needed: strong oral and written communication, collaboration and stakeholder management, coaching would be beneficial.

Project person will be supporting auditing and documenting our design system for accessibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead accessibility audits of design systems and content management platforms.
• Create requirements for accessibility documentation to support users of these systems and platforms
• Contribute accessibility guidance, job aids, checklists, and training materials to knowledge repositories.
• Evaluate web and mobile experiences using assistive technologies and automated testing tools to identify accessibility issues.
• Test products against WCAG 2.2 AA standards.
• Create clear, actionable accessibility defects with reproduction steps, user impact, and standards mapping.
• Partner with Product, UX, Engineering, and QA teams to integrate accessibility into Agile workflows.
• Advocate for inclusive design and help teams understand real-world user experiences with assistive technology.
• Demonstrate company values of respect, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Required Skills & Experience

3+ years' experience coordinating pilot builds and production readiness activities in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Strong experience with manufacturing data collection, processing, and analysis.

Hands‑on interaction with manufacturing data storage and visualization platforms (e.g., Illuminator or similar systems).

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical, or related).

Experience in medical device manufacturing or similarly regulated industries

Strong understanding of GMPs, validation principles, and data integrity requirements

Job Description

An employer is seeking Senior Manufacturing Engineer with a strong focus on manufacturing data collection, pilot execution, and process control to support medical device production in the Blue Ash, OH area. This role bridges manufacturing execution with data systems to enable robust process monitoring, capability analysis, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate excels in pilot build coordination, manufacturing data systems, and translating production data into actionable insights that support compliance, efficiency, and scalability.

Core responsibilities will include:

-Support New Product Development (NPD) and manufacturing scale‑up in compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and internal quality systems.

-Plan and execute engineering and pilot builds, coordinating cross‑functionally to transition processes into full production.

-Develop and execute process characterization plans to identify and optimize CPPs and CQAs.

-Design and execute DOE and statistical analyses; establish process capability metrics (Cp/Cpk, Pp/Ppk).

-Define and implement process control limits, control plans, and monitoring strategies using manufacturing data systems.

-Lead Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and Gage R&R activities to ensure data integrity and measurement reliability.

-Provide hands‑on manufacturing support during development, qualification, validation, and production stabilization.

-Author and execute protocols and audit‑ready completion reports in support of process validation and regulatory inspections.

-Support validation and troubleshooting of PLC‑controlled manufacturing systems in collaboration with automation and controls teams.

Senior Manager, Operations

Cincinnati, OH

What You’ll Do:

Relate Search has partnered with a leading manufacturer on the north side of Cincinnati to identify a Senior Manager of Operations to lead a large, complex manufacturing site undergoing operational transformation.

This is a true turnaround opportunity. The organization is investing in leadership, operational excellence, and foundational process discipline to restore performance across safety, quality, throughput, and cost. Reporting directly to executive leadership, this role will build the systems, structure, and accountability needed to stabilize and scale operations.

You will lead a ~400-employee flagship facility that drives the majority of company revenue, while also providing oversight to a smaller, stable plant in another region. This role offers significant executive visibility, autonomy, and clear succession potential.

Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership

• Lead all manufacturing operations across a large, multi-line building materials facility.

• Oversee plant leadership including multiple department managers and a second-site plant leader.

• Establish clear accountability, performance expectations, and leadership structure.

• Drive disciplined daily, weekly, and monthly KPI management.

Safety & Culture

• Build and sustain a zero-injury, safety-first culture.

• Integrate safety into all operational and improvement initiatives.

• Develop frontline leadership capability through coaching and visible, floor-based leadership.

• Reinforce a culture of respect, accountability, and servant leadership.

Lean & Continuous Improvement

• Implement and standardize Lean manufacturing principles and daily management systems.

• Establish standard work to enable sustainable continuous improvement.

• Improve OEE, throughput, scrap reduction, and cost performance through process stability.

• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain to strengthen reliability and execution.

Strategic Impact

• Stabilize operations before accelerating long-term growth initiatives.

• Balance immediate execution needs with system-building for scalability.

• Serve as a key member of the plant leadership team with high executive exposure.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.

• Experience leading large, complex plant environments (multi-line, high-volume preferred).

• Demonstrated success in turnaround or build-from-scratch operational environments.

• Strong Lean / Operational Excellence background (Six Sigma certification a plus).

• Proven people leader with experience developing high-performing teams.

• Hands-on, floor-oriented leadership style with strong coaching capability.

• Ability to drive transformational change and navigate organizational complexity.

• Experience in continuous-flow, or high-volume manufacturing environments preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field preferred.

Why This Role Is Compelling:

• True turnaround opportunity with executive support and investment.

• High-impact leadership role at a flagship, revenue-driving facility.

• Clear path to Director / VP-level advancement and potential succession opportunity.

• Global organization with local autonomy.

• Opportunity to build foundational systems that will shape the future of the business.

About Relate Search

Relate Search is a Woman, Minority, and LGBTQIA+ owned executive and professional search firm dedicated to connecting top talent with meaningful opportunity. With deep expertise across Supply Chain & Operations, Technology, Sales & Marketing, Human Resources, and Accounting & Finance, we deliver customized, people-first recruiting solutions that drive lasting impact.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Relate Search is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to building inclusive teams where everyone belongs. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Job Description

The Business Development Associate is responsible for strengthening customer relationships, supporting field operations, and driving growth within assigned markets. This role serves as the primary liaison between our customers and internal teams, ensuring that construction, purchasing, and warranty partners receive exceptional service, timely communication, and consistent follow-through.

The ideal candidate is relationship-driven, highly organized, comfortable working in the field, and eager to learn the operational aspects of our business.

Key Responsibilities

Lead Management and Customer Relations

• Develop an understanding of the market and the major players within our customer base.
• Use tools such as Zonda and business journals to increase market knowledge and awareness.
• Attend IES training sessions and ride along with KEP personnel to gain knowledge of all three trades and KEP operations.
• Attend industry trade events for networking and market awareness.
• Maintain strong long-term relationships with construction, purchasing, and warranty teams to ensure our work meets scheduling and quality guidelines.

- Allocate time approximately as follows:

- 45% with construction teams

- 45% with purchasing teams

- 10% with warranty teams

• Attend construction and purchasing meetings to ensure we are delivering the quality expected from KEP.
• Build and maintain a schedule to periodically meet with customers across assigned cities through both scheduled visits and drop-ins.
• Utilize approved sales assets to provide occasional meals, donuts, or other small appreciation items for customers.
• Organize quarterly luncheons with construction and purchasing teams to gather feedback and strengthen relationships.
• Maintain a schedule of four days in the field and one day in the office for internal and external collaboration.

Customer Experience & Retention

• Ensure end-to-end customer satisfaction.
• Track and report insights gathered from customer discussions to the KEP team.
• Follow up on the resolution of any issues to ensure proper closure.
• Track customer satisfaction metrics and assist in implementing improvement plans when necessary.

Collaboration with Internal Teams

• Attend weekly meetings to review findings from the previous week and outline the upcoming schedule.
• Share feedback and insights from customer meetings with the KEP team.
• Escalate urgent matters to the appropriate internal team members.
• Provide weekly feedback on pricing discussions uncovered during customer meetings or calls.
• Collaborate with internal teams and market managers to ensure operations are moving in the right direction.

Reporting & Documentation

• Use CRM systems to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Document customer interactions and required follow-up actions.
• Add and update project information as it becomes available.
• Maintain accurate monthly expense reporting and documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, with field personnel, customers, and internal teams.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of working independently in a field-based role.
• Ability to problem-solve, ask thoughtful questions, and follow through on customer needs.
• Prior experience in construction, business development, customer service, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Willingness to travel within assigned markets.