Engineering Journal Jobs in Plainville, CT

Position:

The Engineering Project Manager will report directly to the PMO Manager and will be responsible for leading and managing assigned NPI Projects from project initiation through production hand-off.

Key Goals:

The EPM goal when managing projects is to meet or exceed internal and external customer expectations while maintaining the scope, quality and any costs associated with the project. The Engineering Project Manager will oversee and manage the activities of multiple projects involving contracted component/assembly processes, equipment/tooling builds, and plant layout tasks that support all three AVNA facilities.

Responsibilities:

• The EPM will facilitate communication between the customer and the internal project team. The EPM will guide contractual conversations, technical conversations, and production conversations.
• The EPM manages activities for cross-functional team members that include Manufacturing Engineers, Quality Engineers, Automation Engineers, Toolmakers/technicians, Maintenance, product supervisors, estimating/quoting/sales, Buyers/Planners, outside vendors, etc.
• Develops and maintains multi-phase project plans and timelines while adhering to scope, quality and project costs. Any milestone dates, risks, or failures must be clearly communicated to the customer in a timely manner.
• Identifies project risks and addresses accordingly during all stages of the project. The EPM must understand the use of technical and financial information from past projects and the experience of subject matter experts.
• The EPM will collaborate with a multi-functional team to resolve technical challenges. The EPM will assist with troubleshooting, data analysis and in-depth evaluation of the process, equipment or tooling when needed.
• Oversees all project operation rate variants as it relates to gross profit margins. The EPM alters/improves processes with the technical lead during the NPI stage as it relates to cost, efficiency or quality.
• Works with outside suppliers to develop or confirm material, component or assembly processes.
• Works with outside vendors for gages, tooling, equipment or services that are required within the project plan or capital expense.
• Technical writing will be owned by the EPM such as IQ/OQ/PQ protocols and reports. The EPM must ensure other technical documents are correctly completed during the specified project phase per any phase gates.
• Convey meeting minutes with specific actions/timing for all internal and external meetings that are led by the EPM.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of project management experience as an engineer or project manager, preferably in the medical device industry.
• Hands-on technical support in the Berlin, CT facility and New Britain, CT facility is required.
• Formal project management training (PMP certified) is preferred.
• Skilled in a project management software product (Smartsheet preferred)
• Engineering skills or technical skills surrounding manufacturing: Tooling design, metal stamping/milling/turning/grinding, injection molding, laser processing, assembly processes.
• Skilled in a 3D CAD software (Solidworks preferred) and 2D CAD software (AutoCAD or Draftsite preferred).
• Experience with PPAP (production part approval process) is preferred.
• Must be able to interpret technical drawings, product requirements and design specifications.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing/six sigma and trained in a statistical software for MSAs and Capability studies (green belt certification and Minitab preferred, respectively)
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills for different cross-function team members and customer interface.
• Ability to self-educate and learn new processes
• ISO13845 experience is recommended

Job Title: Distribution and Marketing Data Product Manager

Division: Beazley Shared Services - Data Management

Location: Multiple Locations, US

Hybrid Role

Reports To: Head of Data Products

Key Relationships: Chief Data Office, Data Leadership Team, Data Owners, Distribution and Marketing, CRM, Data Governance and Quality, Data Stewards, Data Architects, Delivery Team members, Technology Team, Finance, Underwriting, Operations and other Business Stakeholders

Beazley:

Beazley is a global specialist insurance company with over 30 years' experience helping people,

communities, and businesses to manage risk all around the world. Our products are wide ranging from cyber & tech to marine, healthcare, financial institutions, and contingency, covering risks like the weather, film production or protection from deadly weapons.

We are a flexible and innovative employer offering a friendly, collaborative, diverse and inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from all backgrounds. Collaboration in office spaces is important and we use a hybrid approach with a minimum of 2 days in the office per week.

We have a wonderful mix of cultures, experiences, and backgrounds at Beazley with over 1500 of us working around the world. Employee's diversity, experience and passion allow us to keep innovating and moving forward, delivering the best. We hire people with wide perspectives, and we have set bold diversity targets as we work towards excellence.

Data @ Beazley:

Our Data team supports Beazley's vision by...

* Being bold through pioneering & championing an exciting vision of how people interact with data

* Facilitating innovation by leading the pace of change in data & analytics, and facilitating the latest capabilities and innovative technologies

* Doing the right thing by providing a controlled working data environment that allows all business domains to thrive independently

* Being the single source of truth for enterprise-wide reporting metrics and KPIs

Our Data team is located at multiple offices across UK, Europe and the US. The specified home office location options provide the best balance for being co-located with key Data Office colleagues and business stakeholders.

The Role:

Data is one of Beazley's greatest assets and this roles is critical to supporting our Distribution and Marketing insights, which includes Customer, Broker and Marketing data. We're seeking a strategic and technically savvy Data Product Manager to lead the strategy, development and evolution of data products and insights that empower our distribution and marketing teams. This role is critical to aligning our data, unlocking insights, and informing growth opportunities across our specialty portfolio. In this role, you will also work to mature data literacy and capabilities as Beazley undertakes a significant investment in modernization, enabling you to embed a culture of data excellence and innovation in our delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the global Distribution and Marketing team to understand, prioritize and develop data products and insights that support their business strategy.

• Build and own a roadmap to provide regular updates on delivery commitments for data products, insights, enhancements and queries.

• Manage stakeholder relationships to support the growth strategy for Beazley customers, brokers, teams and products.

• Produce insights and key data trendsthat highlight business performance, RoI, efficiencies and game-changing growth opportunities.

• Inspire the adoption and use of insights to drive decisions in investment and operations that improve efficiency and drive growth by leading demonstrations and hands on training sessions.

• Lead a team of Product Owners, Product Analysts, Business Analysts and a development team to deliver and maintain data products and insights; maintaining a backlog of work within Jira.

• Represent the business in data governance discussions, escalating issues as appropriate.

• Ensure that data product development considers policy, methodology and standards, and ensure these are adhered to during product development.

• Evaluate the performance of your data product portfolio against KPIs defined by the business and provide feedback on the value delivered.

• Proactively anticipate business needs and look for opportunities to bring innovation or new approaches into the user design, experience, product development and insights.

• Relentlessly focus on the Distribution and Marketing team as a customer, delivering high quality data and insights that are clear and inspire action.

• Partner with the Data Governance Group and CRM solution team (Customer Relationship Management) to drive improvements in our Customer and Broker data quality through MDM and other tools.

• Provide leadership, direction, development and support to direct reports (including off-shore resources).

Essential Criteria:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Data Science, Computer Science, Economics, Statistics or related field; Master's degree preferred

• Proven experience in data product management, marketing analytics or distribution strategy, preferably in insurance or financial services

• Experience working with data, building data models, and sharing insights

Skills and Abilities:

• Strategic and curious with the ability to design and develop data and insights that support our Distribution and Marketing team's goals, planning, performance and incentives that drive growth

• Understand the specialty insurance market, customer segmentation and distribution channels, with experience in North America, Lloyd's, Retail and Wholesale markets preferred

• Ability to lead workshops that help your stakeholders identify data needs and articulate their desired user experience, with the ability to build dashboards preferred

• Strong organization and communication skills with the ability to direct work, document requirements and present demos

• Advanced technical skills with the ability to dive into the data, identify anomalies, and provide high quality, trusted data

• Understanding of Specialty Insurance principles and key drivers to create opportunities, loyalty and growth

Knowledge and Experience:

• Experience in Data Products, Data Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, Economics or related fields in Insurance, Financial or sales organizations preferred

• Strong understanding of MDM and CRM systems and their use with Customer and Broker data

• Proficiency in data visualization (Power BI), analytics platform (Snowflake), dashboard design and data storytelling

• Experience working with insurance data, and in particular a strong understanding of pipeline intelligence for sales growth/ targeting and performance

• Ability to use predictive modeling to drive an understanding of performance, customer behavior, and prospective renewals/ growth to help the Distribution Sales team focus on the best opportunities

• Experience managing relationships and teams of stakeholders, business analysts, data analysts, data architects, data modelers, data engineers and testers using agile processes

• Skills in data engineering technologies like Kafka, Snowflake / Snowpark, DataBricks, Jira and Agile principles

• Experience in managing and manipulating large internal and external datasets

• Knowledge of relational and dimensional database structures, theories, principles, and practices

• Driven and proven team player with ability to work with all levels in a highly intellectual, collaborative, and fast paced environment

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to tailor them appropriately for different audiences, technical backgrounds, and seniority

Who We Are:

Beazley is a specialist insurance company with over 30 years' experience helping people, communities and businesses to manage risk all around the world. Our mission is to inspire our clients and people with the confidence and freedom to explore, create and build - to enable businesses to thrive. Our clients want to live and work freely and fully, knowing they are benefitting from the most advanced thinking in the insurance market. Our goal is to become the highest performing sustainable specialist insurer.

Our products are wide ranging, from cyber & tech insurance to marine, healthcare, financial institutions and contingency; covering risks such as the weather, film production or protection from deadly weapons.

Our Culture

We have a wonderful mix of cultures, experiences, and backgrounds at Beazley with over 2,000 of us working around the world. Employee's diversity, experience and passion allow us to keep innovating and moving forward, delivering the best. We are proud of our family-feel culture at Beazley that empowers our staff to work from when and where they want, in an adult environment that is big on collaboration, diversity of thought and personal accountability. Our three core values inspire the way we work and how we treat our people and customers.

• Be bold
• Strive for better
• Do the right thing

Upholding these values every day has enabled us to become an innovative and responsive organization in touch with the changing world around us - our ambitious inclusion & diversity and sustainability targets are testament to this.

We are a flexible and innovative employer offering a friendly, collaborative, and inclusive working environment. We actively encourage and expect applications from all backgrounds. Our commitment to fostering a supportive and dynamic workplace ensures that every employee can thrive and contribute to our collective success.

Explore a variety of networks to assist with professional and/or personal development. Our Employee Networks include:

• Beazley RACE - Including, understanding and celebrating People of Colour
• Beazley SHE - Successful, High potential, Empowered women in insurance
• Beazley Proud - Our global LGBTQ+ community
• Beazley Wellbeing - Supporting employees with their mental wellbeing
• Beazley Families - Supporting families and parents-to-be

We encourage internal career progression at Beazley, giving you all the tools you need to drive your own career here, such as:

• Internal Pathways (helping you grow into an underwriting role)
• iLearn (our own learning & development platform)
• LinkedIn Learning
• Mentorship program
• External qualification sponsorship
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement
• Secondment assignments

The Rewards

• The opportunity to connect and build long-lasting professional relationships while advancing your career with a growing, dynamic organization
• Attractive base compensation and discretionary performance related bonus
• Competitively priced medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company paid life, and short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with 5% company match and immediate vesting
• 22 days PTO (prorated for 1st calendar year of employment), 11 paid holidays per year, with the ability to flex the religious bank holidays to suit your religious beliefs
• Up to $700 reimbursement for home office setup
• Free in-office lunch, travel reimbursement for travel to office, and monthly lifestyle allowance
• Up to 26 weeks of fully paid parental leave
• Up to 2.5 days paid annually for volunteering at a charity of your choice
• Flexible working policy, trusting our employees to do what works best for them and their teams

Salary for this role will be tailored to the successful individual's location and experience. The expected compensation range for this position is $130,000-$150,000 per year plus discretionary annual bonus.

Don't meet all the requirements? At Beazley we're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly align with every requirement and qualification in the job specification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right candidate for this, or one of our other roles.

We are an equal opportunities employer and as such, we will make reasonable adjustments to our selection process for candidates that indicate that, owing to disability, our arrangements might otherwise disadvantage them. If you have a disability, including dyslexia or other non-visible ones, which you believe may affect your performance in selection, please advise us in good time and we'll make reasonable adjustments to our processes for you.

Job Summary:

The 2nd Shift Production Supervisor leads a multi-department team of CNC Operators and Set-Up Operators, in a high mix / low volume aerospace component manufacturing environment. This role is expected to balance expertise in set-up and operation of CNC machining for precision tolerance components, along with strong interpersonal skills to motivate the team to work toward common goals and objectives. Key responsibilities include managing the day-to-day priorities for multiple departments, cross-training staff on best practices to meet set-up and production run-times, optimizing processes through the elimination of waste, and leading lean continuous improvement initiatives. As a working supervisor, this role is expected to run production jobs and provide the necessary supervisory management to a small 2nd shift team.

This role is 100% in office at our plant in East Hartford, CT.

At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

• Competitive PTO Package
• Paid Company Holidays
• 401K Match Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

Essential Job Duties:

• Conduct security, quality and EH&S audits to ensure the safety of employees on the second shift, and compliance with company and customer policies.
• Coordinate time-off requests, with attention to skills matrix, to ensure adequate staffing level across all disciplines of machine centers to meet production needs.
• Motivate team to meet daily, weekly and monthly goals and objectives. Identify waste and non-value-added tasks that interfere with objectives.
• Routinely measure, monitor, and publish the performance of all individuals on the team. Compare results against department standards. Complete periodic performance evaluations, and correct any issues in real time as needed, up to and including, disciplinary actions if needed.
• Host a daily GEMBA walk and serve as the primary conduit for all communications between operators and cross functional teams. Attend production meetings, and quality clinic/MRB meetings as needed. Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, production and sales teams to drive open issues to rapid closure.
• Partner with production control to stage daily and weekly priorities. Ensure jobs are completed on time, and productivity is sustained. Expedite jobs as necessary.
• Set-up and operate CNC machines according to operation sheet instructions. Provide technical support for team.
• Maintain ERP data integrity ensuring job punches match traveler package. Report any discrepancies that could impact job quantity or delivery.
• Develop and author standard work for the operation of production equipment. Coach and train teammates in best practices, enforcing safety, departmental and QMS polices, with the goal of process improvement, reduction in set up time, faster productivity rates, and improved quality.

Experience & Skills:

• Minimum of 10 years progressive career in the manufacturing of precision machined components in a regulated industry such as aerospace or medical. Previous experience in a high mix, low volume shop with an emphasis on lean manufacturing preferred.
• Working knowledge of ISO/AS quality standards, basic OSHA/EHS safety regulations, and a commitment to adherence of company policies.
• Advanced or expert machining skills in 1 or more disciplines. Swiss lathe, multi-axis turning, turning, milling, or grinding. Must be able to independently set-up and operate CNC equipment and provide the necessary training to others on shift.
• Experience leading and managing a small team toward common goals. An effective communicator that can build rapport with a diverse team. Previous team lead experience preferred.
• A willingness to take accountability for self and team, driving and inheriting the collective results of a department or team.
• High degree of urgency to drive operations at full speed. Keen sense of attention to detail to understand how to work with pace, not haste, avoiding careless mistakes.
• Strong understanding of operational metrics such as first past yield, efficiency, WIP aging, on-time-delivery, job cost, scrap rate, etc.
• Strong computer skills especially related to navigating ERP systems, job clocking systems, CAD/CAM software, and Microsoft products such Outlooks, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Previous experience with EPICOR a plus.

Physical Demands:

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Position requires this activity up to 66% of the time (2.5-5.5 hours/day)

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Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)

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The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America's infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values. In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation.

Position Summary:

The Cost Engineer is responsible maintaining a true and accurate cost structure and coordinating reporting elements key to developing accurate cost reports. This is an interface between project management, cost management and accounting.

Responsibilities:

• Comply with (and actively promote) all Safety policies and procedures including reporting all accidents, incidents and near-misses to ensure adherence to our Number One Core Value – Safety first, in everything we do.
• Review project features with Estimating department and ensure that work quantities are being entered correctly on a daily basis.
• Verify proper coding for phases, hours, and slips.
• Close out the completed project phases and verify progress entries.
• Conduct monthly cost review meeting with project team.
• Assign and initiate new cost codes for change orders, tracking items and back charges as required.
• Verify pencil sheets / pay requisitions.
• Take the lead in developing quarterly cost to complete reports.
• Review and process change orders for TMC and subcontractors / vendors.
• Review and process cost adjustments.
• Identify items that are exceeding the budget and communicate to Project Manager.
• Assist project management team with quarterly reports for contract status, contract profit, unit cost report, cost projections, revenue projects, change order status and change order costs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field and / or minimum of 5 years of heavy civil construction experience
• Experience working with project management and a thorough knowledge of heavy construction logistics, resource planning, construction sequencing and material management preferred.
• Familiar with a variety of the field construction concepts practices, and procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Viewpoint Accounting and Job Costing System is desirable.

Necessary Attributes:

• Must possess the ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles.
• Attention to detail, organization prioritization and the ability to handle multiple tasks is required.
• Team player and with strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must possess strong technology skills.
• Self-starter with good verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliance on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Dedicated and hard working.
• Strong commitment to success of all.
• Possess a strong work ethic.
• Demonstrate the upmost professionalism in how you represent yourself.
• Show quality in everything you do.
• Lead with integrity while producing high quality work.

We offer our full-time and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.

Bauer is seeking a Buyer to support procurement, supplier coordination, and material availability for our FAA Part 145 aerospace MRO operation. This role is responsible for sourcing and purchasing aircraft engine accessory parts, repair services, and special process services necessary to support component teardown, repair, overhaul, and return-to-service activities. The Buyer will work closely with Quality, Engineering, and Shop Operations to ensure timely material availability while maintaining full FAA-compliant traceability and documentation. The successful candidate will support supplier management, coordinate repair and exchange transactions, and ensure material flow aligns with production schedules and turnaround time commitments.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Material Sourcing

• Source and purchase aircraft engine accessory parts, rotables, and consumables required for component repair and overhaul
• Obtain quotations, negotiate pricing and delivery terms, and issue purchase orders
• Support sourcing of OEM, PMA, DER-approved, and aftermarket components where applicable
• Monitor open purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and resolve supplier delays
• Coordinate repair, exchange, and replacement transactions with external suppliers and service providers

Supplier Coordination & Special Process Support

• Work with approved vendors providing special processes such as NDT, plating, heat treat, and other subcontracted repair services
• Assist with supplier communication regarding turnaround times, pricing, and technical requirements
• Support supplier performance monitoring and corrective action activities when issues arise
• Maintain accurate supplier records and documentation supporting traceability and compliance

Material Planning & Inventory Support

• Coordinate material procurement in support of teardown findings, repair routing requirements, and production schedules
• Support forecasting and planning for replacement parts and rotables required for repair operations
• Assist with inventory management activities including stock replenishment and reorder levels
• Work with operations and inspection personnel to ensure materials are available when required for production

Receiving Documentation & Regulatory Compliance

• Support FAA-compliant receiving documentation review, including validation of:
• FAA Form 8130-3
• EASA Form 1
• Certificate of Conformance
• traceability documentation
• Ensure all purchased materials meet regulatory and quality requirements prior to acceptance
• Maintain documentation records supporting full traceability for FAA and customer audits

Logistics & Material Movement

• Coordinate shipment of parts to suppliers for repair or processing
• Arrange inbound and outbound shipments including domestic and international logistics where applicable
• Support proper handling, packaging, and documentation of aircraft components and materials

Preferred Qualifications

Education & Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Aviation Management, Business, or related field preferred
• APICS / CPIM certification a plus

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of procurement or supply chain experience in aerospace, aviation MRO, or aerospace manufacturing
• Experience sourcing aircraft components, repair services, or aviation materials
• Familiarity with FAA traceability requirements and aircraft documentation standards
• Exposure to engine accessory components or turbine engine support environments

Systems & Technical Skills

• ERP experience (Quantum, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Experience using aviation aftermarket marketplaces (ILS, PartsBase, OEM portals)
• Working knowledge of FAA documentation and traceability requirements

Core Competencies

• Strong supplier coordination and procurement skills
• Ability to manage multiple purchase orders and supplier communications simultaneously
• Attention to detail in reviewing documentation and traceability
• Strong collaboration with Quality, Engineering, and Operations teams
• Organized and responsive in a fast-paced MRO environment
• Ability to balance cost, availability, and turnaround time requirements

Additional Requirements

• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Must be a “U.S. Person” per ITAR requirements
• Enrollment in FAA-compliant Drug & Alcohol Program required
• Must pass DOT-compliant pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs; some standing, walking, and bending required

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Fully Onsite in Farmington CT

Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $120-140K DOE Plus Bonus and Excellent Benefits (Flexible on base Salary, can go higher depending on experience)

Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer – CNC Programming is responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining CNC programs and machining processes for complex, production aerospace components. This role owns the end-to-end programming and process development lifecycle, from CAM programming and tool selection through prove-out and production release, and post release support with a strong emphasis on Nickel Alloy, Titanium, Steel, Stainless Steel, and other difficult-to-machine materials.

The ideal candidate is a practical problem-solver who understands how programs behave in the real world and takes pride in delivering programs that run with few to no issues once released.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain CNC programs using Mastercam software for Okuma OSP, Haas, Fanuc and Makino machines
• Coordinate with engineering group to identify required features, tolerances, and run sequences.
• Own full program creation from concept through production release and ongoing optimization
• Define machining strategies, tooling approaches, and setup concepts for complex turning operations
• Support first article builds, prove-outs, and production ramp-ups
• Optimize programs and processes to reduce setup time, improve repeatability, and ensure consistent quality
• Collaborate with operators, quality, and engineering to ensure stable, production-ready processes
• Troubleshoot and improve existing programs as needed, with a focus on root cause and long-term solutions
• Ensure programs and documentation meet aerospace quality and regulatory requirements
• Publishes operator work instructions, set up sheets, parameter sheets as necessary

What Success Looks Like

• Programs are released cleanly and run with minimal edits or intervention
• Setups are clear, efficient, and repeatable across shifts
• Operators have confidence in the programs and supporting documentation
• Production issues related to programming are rare and resolved quickly when they occur

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of CNC programming experience in a production environment
• Proven history of lathe turning programming (VTL and Slant Bed)
• BS in aerospace engineering, manufacturing engineering or similar
• Experience machining Nickel alloys, Titanium and other challenging aerospace metals
• Solid understanding of CNC machining principles, tooling, and cutting strategies
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T
• Proven ability to develop robust, repeatable machining processes

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Mastercam
• Experience with Okuma, Makino, and Haas controls
• Background in aerospace manufacturing
• Ability to improve legacy or unstable existing programs and processes
• Machining background to support program prove-out (program, set-up, qualify tooling, run development pieces/qualification lot etc)

About Us

Founded in 2010, Top Prospect Group specializes in connecting high-quality candidates with top-tier clients. In 2023, we joined HW Staffing Solutions, expanding our national footprint across manufacturing, engineering, logistics, and technology.

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• Availability

ACCOUNTABILITY:

The position of Cell Leader is a key catalyst on a manufacturing Cell Team, who works in conjunction with Process Engineering, Quality Engineering, and hourly Cell associates to manufacture or assemble a component or major assembly. As such, this individual must supervise a group or groups engaged in various activities in the Operations organization, and act with urgency to direct the resolution of technical and logistics problems and the introduction of measures to improve operations and customer relations.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

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• Set work priorities aligned to satisfy company, customer demand and on-time delivery metrics. Collaborate with planner and peer Cell Leaders to schedule work through the various manufacturing work centers and manage work center to assure adequate flow of production. Manage line balance ensuring the pacing process is adequately staffed to maintain desired output levels. Hold direct reports accountable to meet Operating, OTD, Quality, and Safety metrics. Ensure direct reports are fully engaged performing value added work.
  
• Develop and implement action plans to meet department goals in the areas of labor efficiency, labor utilization, housekeeping, on-time delivery and productivity improvements. Perform regular daily audits of key processes to ensure optimum process performance and use of latest operation sheets,
  
• Maintain department/cell metrics. Ensure all direct reports understand their cell metrics and how they impact/improve each metric. Monitor Utilization rate in cell is at acceptable level (direct vs. indirect), Labor Efficiency (by person, by job), Quality Performance (Maintain Quality log), enforce work rules (breaks, cell phones, newspapers, etc.), ensure TPM/PM is being completed.
  
• Coach direct reports in maintaining accurate reporting of employee time, vouchering and work performance within the area. Develop and maintain Skills Matrix for accurate identification of workforce capabilities and cross train to support business need.
  
• Encourage employee involvement in and ownership of continuous improvement activities focused on LEAN and waste reduction. Implement and maintain 6S in Cell.
  
• Develop, plan and implement continuous quality improvement through teams within the area of responsibility to attain World Class Quality. Ensure PDR's are written quickly & thoroughly. Initiate PRB review on suspect parts in a timely manner. Support weekly PRB meetings to determine RCCA and develop rework scenarios where possible. Respond to production problems by personally investigating and resolving such problems with hourly and salaried personnel to assure a continuing flow of product. Utilize formal problem solving methodologies to discover and eliminate root cause.
  
• Actively participate, recommend, and initiate improvement in our EH&S practices and procedures.
  
• Reward and recognize associates on a regular basis and support programs that encourage employee involvement and recognition.
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

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• 5-10 years' experience working in an aerospace manufacturing environment
  
• Prior experience in a unionized facility is preferred
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
  
• Excellent process and problem solving skills
  
• Effective communication skills, including verbal (logical and organized), written, listening and presentation
  
• Experience with ERP systems
  
• Team player with strong people skills
  
• Ability to communicate with and influence employees and management at all levels
  
• Decisive and capable of dealing with conflict and resolving issues promptly
  
• Take charge individual with clear sense of urgency
  
• Proven track record of meeting commitments with the highest standards of ethics and integrity
  
• Demonstrated experience in continuous improvement initiatives, root cause corrective action methodology, visual factory management, statistical process control techniques, quality assurance processes, coaching and performance management, safety practices, operations metrics/dashboard measurement.
  

EDUCATION:

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• Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Business Management or equivalent work experience will be considered.
  

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Job ID: 521499

CRH's Americas Materials division is the leading integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America. Our operations span North America with over 29,000 employees at close to 1,660 locations in 45 US States and 2 Canadian provinces.

The Liquid Asphalt Manager will oversee the operations and logistics of the AMAT Northeast Division Liquid Asphalt Business. Primary responsibilities include coordinating the regional liquid asphalt supply chain, terminal management/oversight and supply/demand forecasting. This role is responsible for ensuring reliable, cost-effective delivery of liquid asphalt products from supply point to internal HMA plants while maintaining AMAT’s high standards of quality, safety, and compliance. The position involves significant engagement & communication with internal liquid asphalt stakeholders, managing external vendors, coordinating internal forecasts, and optimizing logistics to support operational and commercial goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations and supply logistics for the company’s liquid asphalt terminals (owned and leased), including receipt, storage, blending (as applicable), and dispatch of liquid asphalt products.
• Oversee and coordinate third-party truck haulers, including carrier selection, performance monitoring, contract compliance, cost control, and resolution of delivery issues to ensure timely and safe transportation.
• Manage relationships and supply agreements with additive supply companies (e.g., warm mix additives, antistrips, and other additives), including ordering, inventory tracking, delivery scheduling, and vendor performance evaluation to support product blending and quality requirements.
• Responsible for ensuring specification compliance for all products shipped from owned and third-party terminals, to include sampling, lab & testing coordination, and issue resolution with Agencies/DOT’s and the internal HMA business. The NE Liquid Manager will work directly with the AMAT VP Liquid Asphalt to determine incoming supply quality requirements and the implementation of any blending or corrective actions required to ensure product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate internally with key individuals at AMAT operating companies, including sales teams, accounting groups, and HMA production stakeholders to develop accurate demand forecasts, supply plans , and inventory control and management strategies taking into consideration terminal capacity and working capital requirements.
• Monitor logistics costs, terminal performance metrics, and supply chain risks; identify opportunities for optimization, cost savings, and process improvements.
• Ensure all activities comply with safety regulations (OSHA, EPA, etc.), environmental standards, and company policies; promote a strong safety culture across terminals and haulers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with terminal operators, vendors, haulers, and internal teams to support seamless operations. Engage and collaborate with other members of the AMAT Liquid Asphalt business to identify safety concerns and implement resolutions, problem solve and implement best practices in your area.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience in logistics, supply chain management, or terminal operations, preferably in the asphalt, petroleum, liquid bulk, or related industries (e.g., fuel, chemicals, or aggregates).
• Strong relationship management skills with the ability to negotiate, influence, and maintain positive partnerships with third-party haulers, additive suppliers, terminal operators, and internal stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial mindset coupled with a teamwork approach — engaged and communicative, proactive, resourceful, and capable of identifying opportunities, driving initiatives, and adapting to dynamic market conditions with a results-oriented approach.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues and understand maintenance needs. Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, including pumps, valves, heaters, pipelines, tanks, blending equipment, and related terminal infrastructure preferred
• Solid understanding of quality control processes, product specifications, and testing protocols for liquid asphalt or similar products.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills; proficiency in forecasting, inventory management, and cost analysis.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities to coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Willingness and ability to travel regionally (US & Canada) as needed to engage with internal stakeholders and facilities, terminals and vendor sites; flexibility for seasonal demands (e.g., extended hours during peak paving season). Occasional long-distance travel for internal meetings, industry conferences, etc.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, engineering, business, or a related field preferred; equivalent industry experience considered.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

CRH Americas Materials Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

In an assigned cell, perform a variety of inspection processes, using various tools and equipment, following standardized methods and established techniques, to verify production process integrity up through and which may include preparation and presentation of parts to customer for Final Inspection or sale. Assist in 1st Article presentations or Production Lot Test initiatives. Accept or reject material based on findings.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

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• Work from applicable written inspection procedures, drawings, and other pertinent instructions to plan and perform dimensional and visual inspection on parts, tools, gages, and other equipment, accepting material or referring for rework or quality review based on findings.
  
• Use a variety of fixed and variable measuring instruments including computerized machines where program instructions are well defined to check dimensions and recording results. Perform necessary mathematical computations to determine extent of non-conformance and complete appropriate paperwork.
  
• Follow established procedures to perform in-line checks and verification of dimensions and make sure that operation sheets are being followed.
  
• Recognize need and arrange for repair or replacement of equipment used in performing work as necessary.
  
• Support initiatives as directed to reduce MRB and re-work requirements, and assist in the manufacture of quality parts.
  
• Assist on various internal program audits.
  
• May assist others at their direction in the investigation of unusual non-conformances, new or changed inspection sequences, and other specialized assignments within the scope and skill level of this job function.
  
• Support Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement initiatives and function as requested.
  
• Recommend, and participate in environmental health and safety practices.
  
• Refer difficulties to higher-level Inspectors, Lead Person, and /or Supervisor.
  
• Perform routine servicing throughout assigned area following specified procedures, and written instructions, such as operators' checklist, for upkeep and to assure equipment operates properly.
  
• May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department or cell objectives and to develop individual skills.
  
• May be required to train for, obtain, and maintain licenses, operator permits, and certifications within assigned area or cell.
  

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