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LHH is seeking an experienced Program Manager to join a leading manufacturing organization onsite in Akron, Ohio. This role is ideal for a strategic, detail‐driven leader who thrives in fast‐paced environments and is passionate about driving programs from concept through full product lifecycle.

Position Overview

The Program Manager will oversee cross‐functional initiatives that support product development, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction. This individual will be responsible for leading complex manufacturing programs, ensuring alignment between engineering, production, quality, and executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage full product lifecycle activities—from initial concept and design through production, launch, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate cross‐functional teams across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality to ensure program success.
• Develop and maintain program roadmaps, timelines, budgets, and progress reports.
• Identify risks, create mitigation strategies, and maintain proactive communication with stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing processes and enhance product reliability.
• Ensure all program deliverables align with organizational goals, customer expectations, and compliance requirements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams, external partners, and executive leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (Engineering, Business, Operations, or related field).
• 8+ years of program or project management experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise managing complex programs with full product lifecycle ownership.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder‐management skills.
• Proven ability to analyze data, solve problems, and drive cross‐functional alignment.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical
• 401k
• PTO

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• Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
• Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges

JOB SUMMARY

The primary function of this role is to provide managerial support nationwide to the Sprinkler Designers. The Company goal is to continuously grow the revenues of Sprinkler Operations while maintaining profits, satisfying customer’s requirements and maintaining compliance with NFPA guidelines. This position reports to the Vice President, Engineering & Operations and will require a close working relationship with the Sprinkler Design Technical Manager, Sprinkler Design and Blueprint room staff.

This job requires the ability and desire to work in a fast-paced multi-tasked environment with a focus towards administration, organization, reporting, data management, and customer service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Manage designer schedules and contract deliverables
• Develop S.A. Comunale BIM standards.
• Interface with Project Managers to review design vs. labor deficiencies.
• Daily scheduling of projects.
• Development of start and completion dates for the designers and monitoring of progress.
• Interface with customer coordination job specific.
• Weekly / monthly reviews of all designers with technical manager.
• Oversee current Branch Level Design Managers.
• Interface and develop design / fabrication standards to increase efficiency in fabrication shop.
• Continuing education seminars with design staff.
• Interface with S.A. Comunale design training program.
• Branch office visits.
• Job site visits with design staff.
• Be on NFSA committee.
• Attend group functions with other contractors to gain new ideas.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan, direct, coordinate, and evaluate the activities and performance of the Sprinkler Design Managers.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the 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.

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 15+ years of Construction design experience is required.
• 5+ years of experience in a management position is required.
• Understanding of AutoCAD Products. AutoSPRINK and/or HyrdaTec systems is a plus.
• Experience with Navisworks and basic knowledge of Revit is a plus.
• BIM experience is required.
• NICET level III Certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of NFPA guidelines is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or similar field is required.
• Travel is required.
• P.E. License a plus.
• Ability to problem solve is required.
• Significant experience with Microsoft Office (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) applications is required.
• Ability to think strategically, make sound decisions, and produce accurate and timely results is required.
• Building positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees and management is required.
• Demonstrating integrity and professionalism is required.
• Demonstrating commitment to company values is required.
• Excellent organizational skills are required.
• Ability to follow-up on tasks and assignments in a timely manner is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills are required.
• Ability to perform basic business mathematical functions is required.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision is required.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment is required.
• Complying with all operating policies, procedures, executed Plans, and Programs is required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of employees, government agencies, customers, vendors and suppliers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical requirements 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 constantly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to climb, balance, lift, pull/push, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and use hands and fingers to move and/or feel objects. The physical strength rating of this position is classified as medium work which entails exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or a greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and color vision. This position is exposed to a wide range of environmental conditions including indoors, outdoors, extreme hot/cold temperatures, fumes, odors, toxic conditions, dust, poor ventilation, humidity, loud noises, vibrations, and wet conditions. Eye, feet, head, and hearing protection may be required. Operation or a computer keyboard, telephone, hand calculator, and/or copier/fax machine are required. Operation of manual hand tools may be required. Understanding of addition and subtraction, simple math, advanced math (Calculus, Algebra, & Geometry), simple drawings, technical reports, technical instructions, layout work, legal documents, simple memos, and business letters is required. In addition, the employee must be able to write or present simple memos, summaries, business letters, speeches, and formal presentations.

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LHH is partnering with a leading manufacturing organization in Akron, Ohio to identify an experienced Environmental & Safety Specialist who will play a key role in ensuring a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace. This onsite position is ideal for a hands‐on professional who thrives in a fast‐paced production environment and is passionate about driving continuous improvement in EHS performance.

Position Overview

The Environmental & Safety Specialist will oversee environmental compliance programs, support safety initiatives, and collaborate closely with plant leadership to maintain a culture of safety excellence. This role requires strong technical expertise, proactive problem‐solving, and the ability to influence best practices across all levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day‐to‐day environmental and safety initiatives across the manufacturing facility.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and state/local regulatory requirements.
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, incident investigations, and root‐cause analyses.
• Maintain and improve environmental programs, including waste management, air/water permitting, chemical handling, and sustainability initiatives.
• Develop and deliver safety training to employees across multiple departments.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts through behavior‐based safety, hazard mitigation, and corrective action implementation.
• Partner with engineering, operations, and leadership teams to strengthen safety culture and reduce workplace risks.
• Prepare reports, maintain documentation, and support regulatory inspections.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required (Environmental Science, Occupational Safety, Engineering, or related field).
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with direct involvement in EHS programs.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, environmental regulations, and industrial safety practices.
• Proven experience leading training, investigations, and compliance activities.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem‐solving skills.
• Ability to work onsite full‐time in Akron, OH.

Benefits

• PTO
• Medical
• 401k

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ESTIMATOR – Commercial & Industrial

Position Description:

The position of Estimator should be capable of preparing proposals for all types of projects (i.e. commercial, industrial, mission critical, education, healthcare, underground, etc.). An individual in this position shall have experience in understanding the means and methods required for completion of various types of construction. A successful estimator shall be able to complete all required take-offs, requests for proposal package reviews, and site reviews required to prepare any proposal. This position will attend project related meetings and site visits when required, complete site visits and scope discussions with assigned Superintendent, Project manager or his designee, and clearly communicate the project requirements and basis for their estimate during bid reviews.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in use of required computer software (Microsoft Suite inclusive of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project, OneDrive, along with Online Client Portals and Oracle Primavera P6)
• Estimating software Accubid
• Proficiency in independently preparing standard proposals.
• Ability to prepare advanced proposals with minor assistance (project schedules, cash flows, execution plans and supporting documentation)
• Ability to prepare and deliver formal presentations to prospective customers.
• Good communication skills relevant to internal and external discussions.

Responsibilities for electrical estimator:

• Developing a full range of construction cost estimates from Conceptual Design parametric cost estimated to 100% Final Design bid estimates, Construction Phase Change Order estimates
• Preparing a Basis of Estimate that outlines the scope, exceptions, allowance, format, in accordance with client requirements
• Develops and/or compiles discipline and multi-discipline material take-offs (MTOs) • Evaluates and/or develops labor rates and subcontract costs • Enters the information into a spreadsheet or database for inclusion in an estimate
• Analyze project documentation in order to scope, organize, and deliver equipment, material, and labor cost estimates
• Develop project specific estimates based on project plans and schedules
• Prepare and maintain a Basis of Estimate (BOE) for each project
• Perform estimate benchmarking and compile project estimates prior to the internal and external review
• Develop the estimate plan and communicate related information
• Lead reviews of project estimates with the appropriate engineering disciplines
• Ensure that estimates are consistent with client common processes and quality standards and accurately reflect project staffing requirements
• Upon award, update estimate to project
• Generate award documents for review
• Identify areas of importance (milestones, LDs) of a project and relay to sales team
• Facilitate a scope review with the Project Manager and designers

Qualifications for electrical estimator:

• Education through an accredited JATC or trade school.
• Bachelor's or Associates degree in electrical engineering or a similar field, a plus, but not required.
• 3-5 years of project estimating and or related experience
• Strong leadership and managerial skills.
• In-depth knowledge of commercial and industrial electrical systems.
• Familiarity with state electrical and safety codes.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Keen attention to detail and an aptitude for problem-solving
• Able to proactively address potential issues
• Able to work independently with little supervision
• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic
• Reliable, trustworthy, and committed to the team's success
• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
• Able to thrive in a high-volume, deadline-driven work environment

Trusted for over 90 years, Foundation Wellness, a manufacturer of branded and custom-engineered health and wellness products is seeking an experienced and eager Quality Engineer. As a key member of our Quality and Operations team, you will play a vital role in ensuring that our Quality, EHS, and lean systems are effective, allowing us to remain a leading US manufacturer.

As part of our hiring process, we ask you to complete the Culture Index Survey. Failure to complete will result in an incomplete application. Click this link (or copy & paste in your browser): We Offer:

• Medical, dental, vision day 1
• HSA/ FSA
• Annual bonus
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Company matched 401k
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid disability and parental leaves
• And much more!

What You Do:

Supplier Quality:

• Act as the lead for all aspects of supplier quality
• Work cross-functionally to evaluate the current Supplier base and create supplier scorecards
• Manage supplier tier list and inspection processes based on supplier performance
• Development of sampling and testing procedures for current and new materials. Creates instructions to standardize the process
• Track any Supplier non-conformances and work with the Quality and Purchasing teams to find solutions to these non-conformances
• Coordinate corrective actions from vendors when repeat quality issues are discovered
• Continuous improvement of incoming inspection process for the receiving team
• Establish vendor code of conduct

Quality Assurance:

• Assist team in Continuous Improvement efforts by managing center line aspect of our lean systems for all work centers
• Develop process improvements for outgoing finished good inspections to work towards a “zero defects” culture
• Assist with initiatives to train operators to specific customer requirements and cosmetic expectations to improve “Right First Time” and reduce complaints
• Support the efforts in quality and environmental system audits to ensure compliance and standards
• Assist in the routine management of quality systems (change requests, document control, process audits)

Environmental Health & Safety

• Support sustainability initiatives internally and with vendors to support our growing EHS commitment (material waste, process efficiencies)
• Support recertification audits

Who You Are:

• 3+ years of experience within quality
• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• ISO knowledge and audit experience
• Lean and/or Six Sigma training, certifications, or experience
• Willingness to travel as needed for supplier visits/audits, etc. (very infrequently – 2-3 trips per year)

Location: Onsite in Wadsworth, Ohio

Reports to: Quality Manager

Outside Sales Representative

Job Brief: The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing new business opportunities, managing client accounts, and expanding our market presence through strategic sales initiatives. This is a traveling, non-region-specific assignment; the Representative is expected to cover all of North America—including Mexico and Canada—however a large portion of business is within a few hours’ drive of the office. Up to 80% of travel. 1-2 days per month reporting to HQ in Cuyahoga Falls, OH.

Compensation: Combination of Base Salary & Commissions

This position requires excellent organization, attention to detail, comfort speaking to customers on the phone and in-person, and the ability to work well with others.

What You Should Bring to this Role:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of sales positions
• Proven experience in outside sales, B2B sales, or related fields such as industrial machinery sales.
• Strong computer skills and a solid understanding of business systems; familiarity with CRM software is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well-developed project management skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong analysis skills for evaluating market trends and customer needs.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively deploy all sales-related policies, procedures, and techniques.
• Ability to conduct engaging product demos and presentations tailored to diverse audiences.
• Customer service orientation with a focus on building long-term client relationships.
• Strong sense of urgency
• Technical aptitude a plus
• Industry experience a plus

Duties & Skills:

Sales

• Actively manage entire sales cycle process from lead generation and prospecting to deal closure.
• Identify and generate new leads through cold calling, networking, and market research to expand the customer base. Track industry news and market trends to source new potential leads. Process and evaluate viability of incoming sales leads.
• Report on a regular basis the status of all owned leads and opportunities to the rest of the Sales team and management.
• Develop short and long-term sales strategies.
• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing client inquiries, resolving issues promptly, and maintaining professional relationships.
• Build meaningful and trusting relationships with both existing and potential customers to ensure satisfaction and retention.
• Creatively problem-solve to understand and address customer challenges.
• Skillfully negotiate contracts and finalize deals with clients that benefit both parties.
• Utilize CRM software such as Salesforce to track sales activities, manage customer information, and analyze sales data.
• Work closely with Engineering to specify proposals and design concepts.
• Carry a deep understanding of the full range of products and capabilities.
• Comfortably conduct product demos and presentations tailored to client needs, highlighting features and benefits.
• Communicate punctually and professionally with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Resiliently handle rejection and adapt to unexpected circumstances.
• Possess excellent time-management skills to prioritize high-probability opportunities and tasks.
• TRAVEL: 80% of total time

Benefits: All employees receive:

• Competitive wage
• Flexible PTO
• Company supported Health Insurance
• 401k match program
• Paid Life insurance and Disability
• Option for group dental and vision insurance

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.