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Trident Consulting is seeking a "Business Operations Analyst" for one of our clients in "Pomona, CA – Hybrid (2 days)" A global leader in business and technology services.

Position: Business Operations Analyst

Location: Pomona, CA – Hybrid (2 days)

Type: Contract

Rate: $34-38/Hr

Day-to-Day Responsibilities/Workload

Stakeholder Engagement & Customer Contact

• Act as the main point of contact between Contractors and customers, facilitating communication, resolving access issues, and coordinating inspection appointments.
• Document and manage customer access challenges, handle notifications and permissions, and ensure all necessary approvals and communications are properly collected and tracked.
• Utilize Customer Contact Information (CCI) to proactively schedule inspections, reducing unnecessary field visits and increasing operational efficiency.
• Maintain and prioritize records of inspection constraints, support process improvements for access management, and track performance using relevant reporting tools.

Constraint Tracking and Exception Processing

• Mapping - Create .kmz and spatial joins in Excel to determine potential access issues related to CROPS, Government Lands, etc.
• Create work orders for released access issues and send them to vendors with notes regarding appointments, gate codes, special instructions, contact info, etc.
• Tracking and oversight of constrained inspections to actively mitigate the potential for non-compliant inspections and not meeting risk mitigation commitment.
• Assist in development and monitoring of data management tools to provide more timely and accurate status reporting to management.
• Identify follow-up actions required by various stakeholders in the inspection workflow.
• An additional resource can take advantage of the data management tools and process improvements being developed, to provide more timely and accurate status reporting to management and to identify follow-up actions required by various stakeholders in the inspection workflow.

Data Analysis and Data Discrepancies

• Validate that inspections are populating in dashboards (SAS, Power BI) and follow through to resolution.
• Identify data discrepancies through SAP, InspectApp, EZYViewer research.
• Communicate with InspectApp/InspectForce team both internal to Inspections and IT regarding sync issues and tracking resolution.

Required Skills/Attributes

Knowledge & Skills

• Data management (data structure and controls design, data querying, and report development)
• Time management (manage resolution of work to align with workflow due dates and inspection due dates)
• Comfortable engaging multiple SMEs across multiple organizations, presenting issues and potential solutions, and securing support and/or buy-in from stakeholders and support partners
• Project tracking from issue ID, causal analysis, solutioning, through resolution of issue
• Data visualization reporting and dashboard development

Software proficiency

• MS Office Suite (Excel), SAS, SAP, PowerBI, SQL, Python, SAP SME
• Help individuals frequently in navigating work orders, maintenance plans, mdocs, FLOC/Equipment data)
• Has prior experience with SAP transformations, especially as it pertains to data cleansing and validation. With S/4HANA transformation, this could be valuable.
• ArcGIS- Join different visual layers/maps (districts, FLOCs, circuits, constrained areas) to create tables of data to work with more effectively

Trident Consulting is a premier IT staffing firm providing high-impact workforce solutions to Fortune 500 and mid-market clients. Since 2005, we've specialized in sourcing elite technology and engineering talent for contract, direct hire, and managed services roles. Our expertise spans cloud, AI/ML, cybersecurity, and data analytics, supported by a 3M+ candidate database and a 78% fill ratio. With a highly engaged leadership team and a reputation for delivering hard-to-fill, niche talent, we help organizations build agile, high-performing teams that drive innovation and business success. Learn more: .

Some of our recent awards include:

• Trailblazer Women Award 2025 by Consulate General of India in San Francisco.
• Ranked as the #1 Women Owned Business Enterprise in the large category by ITServe.
• Received the TechServe Excellence award.
• Consistently ranked in the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies in America.
• Recognized in the SF Business Times as one of the Largest Bay Area BIPOC/Minority-Owned Businesses in 2022.

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• 3-5 yrs experience - Bachelor's Degree in Business, Management, Engineering or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
  
• Typically possesses one to three years of experience coordinating or managing small to medium projects or product workstreams.
  
• Working knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
  
• Demonstrated ability to gather requirements, support development of project plans, manage schedules, track progress, and contribute to the execution of defined deliverables.
  
• Proven ability to problem-solve, anticipate issues, maintain documentation, and operate effectively under moderate time constraints.
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact with cross-functional teams and communicate status updates to various audiences.
  

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• Bachelor's Degree
  

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• For safety work plan projects, the Project Manager is responsible for budgeting, planning, measuring, monitoring, executing, and reporting on these initiatives to ensure they are managed consistently and effectively.
  
• The role involves collaborating with other organizational units to drive efficient project execution, fostering strong relationships with stakeholders, and maintaining rigorous project management practices.
  
• Additionally, the Project Manager oversees financial tracking, benefit realization calculations, and performance reporting, while providing timely updates and presentations to executive and senior leadership to ensure safety objectives and strategic goals are met.
  

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• A successful project manager brings over seven years of experience leading cross-functional teams and overseeing complex projects.
  
• This role demands exceptional verbal and written communication skills, as well as proficiency in budgeting, cost analysis, and sound decision-making.
  
• Project managers must possess a thorough understanding of company policies and distribution procedures, using data-driven strategies to plan, monitor progress, and implement corrective actions when needed.
  
• Familiarity with formal project management methodologies, including scheduling, risk assessment, and resource allocation, is essential.
  
• In addition, strong interpersonal abilities, a dedication to teamwork, and a commitment to confidentiality are vital.
  
• Effective project managers are skilled in change management and demonstrate integrity, self-awareness, and adaptability at every stage.
  
• Beyond these core competencies, knowledge of distribution operations and related business practices is highly valued.
  
• A creative approach to problem-solving and engaging team members can make a significant difference, as does the ability to foster a positive work environment.
  
• In summary, the ideal project manager blends leadership experience and technical expertise with robust people skills.
  
• Their success hinges on project management mastery, clear communication, flexibility, and integrity, complemented by strengths in distribution operations and motivating teams to achieve shared goals.
  

The Senior FF&E Specialist supports the backend of all new store construction tasks. This position purchases Panda store equipment, furniture fixture, building material and services in accordance with prescribed purchasing regulations and procedures. The Senior FF&E Specialist prepares routine bid specifications, issues bid requests, reviews quotations, interprets purchasing procedures to departments and vendors, acting as a liaison between user departments and vendors. This position manages vendor relations and conducts the training to internal and external teams. The Senior FF&E Specialist assists Director and Manager of FF&E to organize/update specifications and catalogs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Closely monitors each assigned project progress. Generates and issues purchase order (PO) and Change Order (CO) for owner supplied FF&E in time as policy and procedure requires, providing highly accurate purchase orders.
• Track purchase orders and follows up with supply vendors on FF&E availability and production schedule.
• Coordinate and support equipment deliveries, installation, and field support to the Project Management team.
• Support Operations with equipment inquiries.
• Assist with the close-out process to get FF&E contracts (PO) closed on time and within budget.
• Collect all necessary documents to close out the contracts.
• Coordinate with vendors, general contractors, and Project Managers on all FF&E related matters.
• Resolve any disputed payment request and service requests timely as policy procedure required.
• Manage the relationship with the vendors for alignment in Panda's philosophy and growth plans.
• Evaluate current and potential vendors in coordination with Design, Construction, and Supply Chains teams based on detailed specifications.
• Investigate complex inquiries related to vendors and fulfills requests from internal and external business contacts.
• Analyze project data to determine whether project is within budget and timeline and informs Project Management team.
• Train new FF&E associates and vendors on process and Panda management system.
• Assist FF&E Director or Manager for development equipment manual and training materials.
• Update and oversee distribution of the manual.

How We Reward You:

• Hybrid Work schedule
• 401K with company match
• Yearly bonus opportunity*
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
• On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
• Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
• Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*
• Continuous education assistance and scholarships*
• Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance*
• Bereavement leave*

*Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associates

Your Background and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering or related field preferred
• Minimum five years of relevant experience, preferably in a retail/hospitality organization
• Successful completion of initial and periodically required trainings.
• Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.

Pay Range: P3: $90,000 - $126,500 / Annual

Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.

Panda Strong since 1983:

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,300 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it's impacting our team or the communities we work in, we're proud to be an organization that embraces family values.

You're Wanted Here:

We value diversity in all forms and know the strength it brings. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to bloom, diverse points of view to be heard, and improves overall happiness. We like the sound of that.

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodations. If there is a reason you believe you require an accommodation, please reach out to our accommodation team via email at .

Arrowhead Talent Solutions is helping a growing aerospace and aviation manufacturing company find a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor in Fullerton, CA.

**Must be a US Citizen**

**Must have experience with CNC Machines**

• Lead first-shift manufacturing operations for a large production team, ensuring safety, productivity, and on-time delivery.
• Manage daily production activities including scheduling, staffing, training, and performance management.
• Drive operational efficiency through process improvements, cross-functional problem solving, and 5S initiatives.
• Partner with engineering, quality, and maintenance to resolve production issues and improve product quality.
• Conduct performance reviews and support hiring, development, and retention of team members.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of manufacturing leadership experience (aerospace or automotive preferred).
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining environments, tooling, and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documentation.

JOB DESCRIPTION The Project Manager reports to the Team Leader / Sponsor and is responsible for the planning, execution, and completion of the project according to deadlines outlined in the contract and budget. Define the scope of work, direct and communicate project objectives to team members. Manage all aspects of the assigned contract and provide all the resources to achieve the profit and client satisfaction goals.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

● Define the project scope and effectively communicate objectives to team members.

● Direct and manage project and staff through completion of the project to ensure client satisfaction.

● Identify and manage the projects critical path.

● Ability to read and analyze electrical drawings and specifications, mechanical drawings, architectural drawings, structural drawings, landscape drawings and civil drawings, and mechanical and electrical process and flow diagrams/drawings.

● Estimating knowledge of formal material takeoff and proficient with Bid Winner

● Ensure compliance with National Electrical Codes, Title 24, Fire Life Safety Codes, and Fire Alarm Codes and building requirements.

● Ability to understand construction and client schedules.

● Analyze effectiveness of policies/products and establish future direction for functional policies and programs or products that affect the project as a whole.

● Allocate and identify resources needed to achieve project objectives.

● Direct and manage project team including Project Engineers, Foreman, CAD Operations & Design Engineers.

● Coordinate with client, engineers, and architects to provide a quality product.

● Prepare and maintain contract management report.

● Provide strategic recommendations to the management team based on financial analysis, project forecast, and contract management reporting.

● Negotiate change orders with clients in respect to the project.

● Ensure the client's expectations for quality are met through customer service and are exceeded through operational excellence.

● Ensure all department heads are fully informed of project objectives.

● Development of personnel to prepare them for future opportunity.

● Maintaining and enhancing the company's reputation.

● Ensuring health and safety regulations are implemented.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Represent the company in a professional manner to clients, vendors, and other external institutions.

• Maintain confidentiality of company fiscal and personnel related information.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

● Experience in strategic planning and execution.

● Knowledge of engineering/design concepts, estimating, contracting, and negotiating.

● Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and margin control principles.

● Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and adjust objectives in accordance.

● Knowledge of federal (USDL) and state (DLSE) labor regulations.

● Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

● Ability to delegate effectively.

● Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects.

● Ability to exercise discretion and make independent choices, free from immediate direction or supervision.

● Ability to participate in and facilitate group meetings.

● Ability to maintain integrity, accountability, credibility, and high ethical standards.

● Skills normally acquired through a combination of graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree and ten (10) years of experience in construction/project management or supervision.

● Work requires the ability to maintain a flexible schedule.

● Ability to work and meet deadlines while simultaneously managing several projects.

WORKING CONDITIONS

● Working conditions are normal for an office or non-manual based environment.

● Work may require weekend and/or evening work as well as weekly job site visits.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

A well-established water utility company is seeking an experienced SCADA Manager to lead and manage the company’s SCADA infrastructure supporting water operations. This is a full time permanent position with a pleasant company culture and great benefits package.

This role is responsible for overseeing SCADA system development, upgrades, and maintenance, while managing a technical team and ensuring reliable and secure control systems across water facilities.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage and support the company-wide SCADA infrastructure
• Lead SCADA system upgrades, improvements, and long-term planning
• Supervise and mentor the SCADA technical team
• Oversee design and implementation of PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems
• Work with engineering and operations teams on capital projects and system improvements
• Ensure cybersecurity and disaster recovery planning for SCADA systems
• Background check and physical exam required
• Availability for occasional emergency response support

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Automation, or related.
• 10+ years of project/program management experience
• 7+ years of SCADA or Operational Technology experience
• Experience with PLC programming, automation, and communications systems
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Valid California driver’s license

Preferred

• Knowledge of SCADA standards (ISA-101, NIST 800-82)
• Experience with Schneider Electric PLCs or Aveva Historian
• Experience with water treatment or water distribution systems

Kosmos Group is an engineering consulting firm, specializing in electrical power generation, transmission, substation, and distribution. We support public and private utilities, consultants, and contractors across the U.S. and Canada, providing end-to-end engineering solutions, including conceptual design, feasibility study, detailed design, construction drawing package, field inspection, project closeout documentation, and more

At Kosmos Group, we foster an open, collaborative, and supportive culture. We believe our employees reach their full potential when they feel valued and empowered through innovation, teamwork, and growth. We deliver reliable solutions for the future and are a positive influence in our communities

Our Transmission Engineering team is looking for a Transmission Line Engineer to support our growing Transmission & Distribution practice in our Diamond Bar office. This is a hybrid position, working 3 days in the office and 2 days from home office. The successful candidate will be involved in all facets of transmission line routing and design. Specific areas of responsibility are provided below.

Job Description

• Routing and design a variety of transmission line projects with project scopes varying from new to rebuilt facilities utilizing Power Line Systems software
• Responsible for technical content and deliverables while working with multi-discipline teams under the guidance of the assigned Project Engineer or Manager
• Sag tension calculation for transmission tower loading
• Structure design and analysis and preparing loading trees
• Assist in the development of design criteria and specifications for transmission line design and procurement of materials
• Perform peer quality checks
• Should be familiar with Transmission industry codes and standards
• Assist Engineer of Record in preparing construction documents including plan and profile drawings, structure loading trees, and foundation and assembly drawings
• Assist Engineer of Record with complex projects and be the lead engineer for smaller projects
• Provide construction support for high voltage transmission line projects
• Participate and progress the company culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
• Act as a liaison between Kosmos Group engineering and construction teams by conducting field site visits
• Apply engineering principals and technical experience address project issues and recommend solutions
• Additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited college
• An Engineering-in-Training (EIT) certificate
• Minimum 2 years of transmission line design experience
• Experience in Power Line System-based programs (i.e., PLS Suite of software including PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail, team collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed for project support

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior engineering consulting experience

For California only: this position's base salary range approximation is $100,000.00 - $148,000.00 and it depends on numerous factors such as applicable experience, skills, knowledge, credentials, geographical location, etc.

We're seeking passionate individuals who bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas. This is an exciting time to join our team as we gear up to grow and tackle future challenges. We prioritize safety, foster collaboration, act with integrity, respect all perspectives, and embrace forward-thinking. Are you ready to be a part of the journey?

Kosmos Group is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.