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Reports to: Plant Manager

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Service Wire is a premier manufacturer of industrial, utility, and commercial wire and cable. Our regional manufacturing location in Phoenix is seeking a conscientious and team-oriented Production Manager to join our organization in this full-time position.

Position Summary:

The Production Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing all manufacturing operations to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective production that meets company quality, delivery, and performance objectives. This role drives the facility’s safety culture, coordinates production planning and execution, and provides leadership to production supervisors and teams. The Production Manager partners closely with Planning, Maintenance, and Engineering to optimize throughput, minimize downtime, control costs, and support continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a positive, engaged, and accountable workforce.

Task/Duties/Responsibilities:

• Drive our Safety Culture throughout the facility to ensure the safety of employees, visitors, and contractors
• Interface with production planner to establish priorities and sequences for manufacturing products
• Coordinate production activities through planning with managers to ensure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Coordinate with Maintenance and Engineering to resolve manufacturing problems to ensure minimum costs and delays
• Promote safe work practices and demonstrates a zero tolerance for non-compliance with safe work practices, policies and regulations
• Provide leadership to accomplish the company goals and objectives
• Provides direction, development and leadership to production supervisors
• Build and engage employees that support our goals and objectives
• Develops or revises standard operational and working practices and ensures positive work environment
• Leads, encourages and supports continuous improvement projects
• Implement cost effective systems of control over capital, operating expenditures, people management, wages and salaries.
• Establish and monitor overall plant performance for production and quality standards.
• Control and minimize labor overtime and supply disruptions
• Assist in maintaining existing plant facilities and equipment; replace, or make adjustments to plant facilities and equipment when necessary
• Works with maintenance to maximize uptime and maintain preventative maintenance programs
• Incorporates shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel

Knowledge/Skills/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related engineering field along with 5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of proven manufacturing leadership experience required
• Knowledge of wire and cable products and processes preferred
• Ability to apply technical knowledge or experience to define problems, generate alternatives, and execute solutions
• Demonstrated ability to perform customary management and supervisory responsibilities, including goal setting, planning, direction, training and evaluation
• Proven ability to lead a team
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills along with exceptional interpersonal skills
• Ability to effectively communicate our goals and objectives to a team and convey the part they play in achieving those goals

Composition Brands is an independent residential kitchen and outdoor living company with a portfolio of premium and ultra-luxury brands including Viking, AGA, Rangemaster, La Cornue, Lynx, and U-Line. With operations across North America and Europe, the company is focused on long-term brand stewardship, thoughtful design, and scalable growth. To learn more, visit Summary:

The Group Quality Manager leads the end-to-end global quality strategy across all appliance platforms, manufacturing sites, suppliers, and contract manufacturing partners. This role ensures product safety, regulatory compliance, reliability, and a consistent premium customer experience while reducing warranty costs and protecting brand reputation in high-volume, long-life products.

Serving as the global leader for appliance quality strategy, this position oversees mechanical, electrical, electronic, thermal, and software-related quality throughout the full product lifecycle - from concept development through field performance - across refrigeration, cooking, ventilation, and dishwashing product categories.

This role reports directly to the President and is based in the Atlanta, GA area, with approximately 30–50% travel to domestic and international manufacturing sites, suppliers, and contract manufacturing partners.

Responsibilities:

Quality Strategy & Governance

• Define and deploy a global quality strategy for major appliances aligned with brand, safety, cost, and reliability objectives.
• Establish standardized quality policies, procedures, and KPIs across all regions and platforms.
• Act as executive escalation owner for product safety incidents, regulatory actions, recalls, and field campaigns.
• Lead management reviews and risk assessments at executive level.

Quality Management Systems & Regulatory Compliance

• Own and govern the group QMS aligned appliance-specific requirements.
• Ensure compliance with UL, CSA, IEC, CE, NOM, DOE energy efficiency, EPA refrigerant regulations, and regional safety standards.
• Lead internal, external, customer, and certification audits, as needed.
• Ensure effective CAPA systems and sustained corrective actions.

Product Development & Design Quality

• Partner with R&D to embed design-for-quality, design-for-reliability, and design-for-compliance.
• Govern DFMEA, DVP&R, reliability testing, HALT/HASS, and validation plans.
• Ensure robust design transfer and quality gates from concept through SOP.
• Approve product and engineering changes impacting safety, performance, or compliance.

Manufacturing & Process Quality

• Standardize quality processes across major appliance assembly lines, including:
• Critical-to-safety and critical-to-quality characteristics
• SPC and process capability for key operations
• Functional, safety, and end-of-line testing
• Drive defect prevention through error-proofing, in-line controls, and layered process audits.
• Support new factory launches, line transfers, and capacity expansions.

Supplier & Component Quality

• Define supplier quality standards for critical major appliance components including compressors, sealed systems, gas components, heaters, motors, PCBs, wiring harnesses, insulation, coatings, and structural parts.
• Oversee supplier qualification, audits, and ongoing performance.
• Partner with Sourcing to mitigate supply risk and manage supplier change control.
• Lead resolution of high-risk supplier quality issues.

Customer Quality, Field Performance & Warranty

• Own customer quality metrics including warranty claims, field failures, service call rates, and repeat repairs.
• Partner with Service, Field Operations, and Retail partners to analyze failure trends.
• Lead structured root cause analysis and corrective actions for systemic issues.
• Drive continuous reduction of warranty cost and field campaigns.

Cost of Poor Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Establish and manage Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) across plants and suppliers.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to reduce scrap, rework, returns, and warranty expense.
• Deploy Lean Six Sigma and reliability engineering methodologies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related)
• 12+ years of quality leadership in major appliance or durable consumer goods manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of regulations and certification processes
• Proven success reducing warranty and field failure costs.
• Ability to lead global, cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to influence, manage teams, and deliver change.
• New product development and release readiness experience.
• Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent preferred.
• Experience leading recalls, field campaigns, or regulatory investigations preferred.
• Experience in global manufacturing and sourcing environments preferred.
• Experience in lean transformation and development of engaged workforce culture preferred.
• Reliability testing experience preferred.
• Experience in sheet metal fabrication, paint, welding, final assembly preferred.

Composition Brands is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.

Job Title: Estimator

Classification: Exempt

Job Summary: Responsible for assisting management in the general business operations of the company by the coordination, and successful completion of the estimating phase of projects.The overall goal of the Estimator is to provide a thorough, accurate, and competitive estimate that will result in the award of a profitable project.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Estimator will be primarily involved with performing the following duties and responsibilities.

• Use discretion and independent judgment and professional skills to perform daily duties and to resolve issues in order to minimize risk to the company.
• Provide thorough, accurate and competitive cost estimates through all phases of design, from concept to construction and permit documents.
• Identify value-engineered alternatives relating to construction methods, materials, schedule, and design.
• Determine proposal specifications and the scope of work by reviewing drawings, attending and/or managing bid and preconstruction meetings, etc.
• Analyze and document cost analysis from historical projects, purchase orders, contracts, and cost reports for future use in incorporating into estimates.
• Provide design assistance and cost data regarding project feasibility to the client, design professionals, and project team.
• Prepare bid package and provide leadership and coordination on bid solicitation and RFP’s.
• Develop scopes of work for sub-trades prior to and during bid solicitation.
• Perform takeoffs of multiple trades to minimize Alston Construction’s cost risks.
• Analyze proposals from subcontractors for cost, scope and completeness to determine award of work.
• Identify and qualify new subcontractors to ensure an adequate number of qualified and financially sound subcontractors are available and to expand bid solicitation coverage
• Prepare preliminary project schedules during the preconstruction phase and assist the Superintendent with the contracted schedule prior to construction.
• Organize and lead the transition of the project cost estimate to the Preconstruction/Project Manager.
• Assist the Preconstruction/Project Manager with pricing and negotiating owner and subcontractor change orders.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with prospective and current clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.

This position will also require performance of the following duties:

• Advise Preconstruction Manager, Preconstruction Director or VP/GM of any potential projects with existing or new clients
• Maintain detailed records of working documents as a back-up for estimates figures, including assumptions made for conceptual designs.
• Update and maintain subcontractor and design consultant database.
• Participate in applicable corporate meetings and forums.
• Make recommendations for ways to improve business operations (including processes, procedures and best operating practices), looking for ways to increase client satisfaction, improve efficiency and improve profitability.
• Other duties as assigned.

Safety:

• Comply with all safety policies, report suspected safety concerns, make recommendations for enhancements to the safety program, and visibly support and uphold the company’s strong safety culture.
• Remain current in all company required safety training and certifications.
• Acknowledge and celebrate safe behaviors and actions of others.

Personal:

• Understand and work within the accepted ethical standards of the company.
• Proactively support and encourage diversity on projects and team. Visibly support and promote fair and equal treatment and opportunity for all.
• Remain current in all company required training and certifications.
• Stay abreast of changes in the industry, best practices, and other industry information (including changes/trends in methods of construction and materials, construction costs, wage rates, fringes, working rules, and construction software and technology).
• Continuously find ways to take on challenges, increase skills and capacity, and improve knowledge and performance.

Education, Experience, and Licensing/Certifications:

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience successfully estimating (conceptual and hard bid) construction projects for a general contractor.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Design-build experience on relevant project types.
• Experience in value-engineering.
• Valid State-issued driver’s license and vehicle insurance which meets Alston Construction liability coverage requirements and satisfactory driving record.
• OSHA 10-hour Certification.
• First Aid/CPR Certification.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ability to estimate costs associated with technical tasks and thorough knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control systems and accounts.
• Thorough understanding of multiple project delivery types, including Design-Build, CM at Risk, CM not at Risk, General Contractor (hard bid and negotiated), etc.
• Thorough understanding of multiple contract delivery methods, including lump sum, guaranteed maximum price (GMP), cost-plus, etc.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Ability to maximize profitability and successfully balance the needs and expectations of the client while maintaining the Firm’s standards and reputation and mitigating risks.
• Ability to exercise initiative and to work well with discretion and sound independent judgment with minimal supervision, as well as in a team environment.
• Thorough understanding of job task sequencing/critical timeline scheduling.
• Ability to effectively handle stress.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, maps, surveys, mechanical and electrical sheets, project schedules, cost reports, and other construction documents; understanding of contract provisions which address scope of work and design criteria.
• Understanding of all local, state, federal and company safety and environmental regulations, codes, and requirements related to the construction industry; ability to impart knowledge to others.
• Good knowledge of all sub trades and their relationship and impact on each other.
• Ability to exercise initiative and sound independent judgment, define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make timely decisions.
• Creative problem-solver; willing to try several approaches when initial solution fails.
• Excellent skills in organization, time management, planning, and prioritization.
• Proactive and readily adaptable to changing conditions or demands and ability to work well under pressure and with tight deadlines.
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal) and presentation skills.
• Professional demeanor and effective interpersonal skills; ability to successfully interface with and to maintain good working relationships with clients, co-workers, managers, subcontractors, vendors, and others.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in computers, Phoenix, Word, Excel and Outlook, CMiC, Estimating Takeoff Software (eg. On Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, etc.), and Cost Estimating Software (e.g. DESTINI Estimator).

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, and reach.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, climb or crawl.
• Occasionally lift 10 lbs.
• Extensive computer use and reading from documents and computer. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Repetitive use of keyboard and mouse, extensive reading from documents and computer.
• Willingness and ability to work extended hours and flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends.
• Willingness and ability to travel.

Work Environment

• The majority of the Estimator’s duties and responsibilities take place in the office; however, office and non-manual work in the field is also required.
• Will be exposed to outside weather elements while in the field.
• May be exposed to loud noises, fumes, and/or airborne particles while in the field.

Dress, including proper PPE, is conducive to a building construction environment

Title: Procurement Material Planner

Compensation: $85K–95K

Location: North Phoenix, AZ (85083)

We are seeking a Procurement Material Planner to support a rapidly expanding highly advanced manufacturing operation in North Phoenix.

This is an excellent opportunity for junior career professionals OR new graduates with degrees in supply chain, data science, engineering, or related fields who want to advance their careers in a rapidly growing, innovative industry!

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with global suppliers, analyzing large data sets, and supporting end‑to‑end material planning for high‑volume production.

Position Overview

You will play a key role in ensuring materials arrive on time to support complex manufacturing schedules. This includes planning, forecasting, supplier coordination, and supporting digital transformation initiatives.

The team is growing significantly over the next year, offering strong long‑term growth and development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate production forecasts into accurate procurement and material plans
• Manage material availability across multiple categories with long lead times
• Work directly with global suppliers, including frequent coordination with overseas partners
• Analyze large data sets to drive decisions around cost, supply, and delivery
• Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions when needed
• Support digital procurement tools, analytics, and automation initiatives
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with engineering, manufacturing, logistics, finance, and operations teams
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks for critical materials
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance planning efficiency

Required Experience

• 1–3 years of experience preferred
• New grads with relevant degrees and internship experience will be considered
• Familiarity with global operations or international supplier coordination
• Ability to manage global production lead times (2–3+ months) and high‑volume planning
• Strong analytical, data‑driven approach to problem‑solving
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Data Science, or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in semiconductor, manufacturing, or high‑tech industries
• Strong understanding of procurement planning and supplier compliance
• Ability to handle large datasets and extract actionable insights from data
• Team‑oriented mindset with strong collaboration skills

Additional Notes

• This position does not offer visa sponsorship
• Candidates MUST be able to work fully on‑site in Phoenix, AZ
• Highly cross‑functional, fast‑paced, and globally integrated environment

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Income protection programs
• PTO and paid holidays
• Long‑term growth as the planning team continues to expand

Interested in Learning More?

Send your resume to: with the subject line "Procurement Material Planner"

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Digital Content Specialist II (Hybrid)

Chicago, IL

The American Medical Association (AMA) is the nation's largest professional Association of physicians and a non-profit organization. We are a unifying voice and powerful ally for America's physicians, the patients they care for, and the promise of a healthier nation. To be part of the AMA is to be part of our Mission to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.

At AMA, our mission to improve the health of the nation starts with our people. We foster an inclusive, people-first culture where every employee is empowered to perform at their best. Together, we advance meaningful change in health care and the communities we serve.

We encourage and support professional development for our employees, and we are dedicated to social responsibility. We invite you to learn more about us and we look forward to getting to know you.

We have an opportunity at our corporate offices in Chicago for a Digital Content Specialist II on our Digital Marketing team. This is a hybrid position reporting into our Chicago, IL office, requiring 3 days a week in the office.

As a Digital Content Specialist II, you will support UX copywriting and content
across AMA's digital platforms, with a primary focus on FREIDA, a platform that
helps medical students search for and evaluate residency programs. The role contributes
to the creation of specialty-specific informational content, user-facing copy,
and messaging that helps guide medical students, residents, and physicians
through critical career decisions. Working under established UX and content
standards, this role applies UX writing best practices to improve clarity,
engagement, and usability. The position works closely with product, UX, and
marketing teams to ensure content is consistent, effective, and aligned with
the overall member experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Writing and Content Development

• Write comprehensive Q&A content for individual medical specialties within the FREIDA Specialty Guide
• Develop and maintain informational content across FREIDA resources, including the Residency Guide and student-facing guidance materials
• Develop copy for the Program Director Portal, including guidance, instructions, and resource content
• Create push notifications, alert banners, and promotional messaging to support engagement and highlight key deadlines and seasonal activities
• Collaborate with medical education stakeholders to ensure content accuracy and clinical appropriateness

FREIDA Content

• Create clear, concise, and user-centered copy for FREIDA and AMA digital properties that support the FREIDA experience, including AMAone and related join/renew and sign-in flows
• Write and optimize UX copy for onboarding sequences, navigation, error states, and transactional touchpoints
• Work on landing page and member-facing content that supports usability and conversion goals
• Collaborate with UX designers to integrate copy early in the design process and support effective content-design collaboration
• Conduct content audits and contribute recommendations to improve clarity and usability

User Insight and Industry Awareness

• Develop an understanding of medical student, resident, and physician behaviors to inform content strategy and UX copy decisions
• Apply user insight and evolving UX and healthcare education trends to support product, design, and marketing initiatives
• Refine content based on user feedback, observed behavior, and performance data

May include other responsibilities as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field required
2. Ability to translate complex or regulated information into clear, user-centered language
3. Experience collaborating with product, design, and marketing teams through content contributions
4. Experience supporting content standards, including voice, tone, and style guidelines
5. Comfort presenting recommendations and incorporating stakeholder feedback
6. Hands-on experience with enterprise CMS platforms, preferably Drupal, and collaboration tools including JIRA, Confluence, Asana and Figma
7. Working knowledge of Google Analytics and Power BI to inform content improvements

The American Medical Association is located at 330 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 and is convenient to all public transportation in Chicago.

This role is an exempt position, and the salary range for this position is $74,160-$98,318. This is the lowest to highest salary we believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's pay within the salary range will be determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to business consideration and geographical location, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employees are also eligible to participate in an incentive plan. To learn more about the American Medical Association's benefits offerings, please click here.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. As an EOE/AA employer, the American Medical Association will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and veteran or disability status.

THE AMA IS COMMITTED TO IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF THE NATION