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Naval Reactors Engineers have oversight of the Navy's entire fleet of nuclear-powered ships as well as shore-based prototypes and nuclear propulsion support facilities for America's Navy. The wide array of technical areas involved in the Naval Nuclear Propulsion program include:
Reactor and fluid systems design
Reactor physics
Materials development
Component design such as steam generators, pumps and valves
Instrumentation and control of reactor, steam and electric plants
Testing and quality control
Shielding
Chemistry and radiological controls
As a Navy Reactors Engineer stationed at Naval Reactors Headquarters in Washington, D.C., you will provide technical oversight while managing projects ranging from reactor design to fleet operations to de-fueling and decommissioning warships.
Work Environment
Preliminary training and eventual staff assignments center around Naval Reactors headquarters at the Navy Yard in Washington, D.C. At headquarters, you will be a part of a stream-lined, elite staff of roughly 500 people who oversee the entire Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program from cradle-to-grave.
Even junior level Naval Reactors Engineers assume responsibility for key technical work in a variety of state-of-the-art facilities, including:
Two Department of Energy laboratories
Two nuclear prototype/training sites
Nearly 100 nuclear-powered ships and submarines
Six shipyards
More than 1,000 firms that support the Naval Reactors Program
Training & Advancement
Upon graduation from college, the formal training process of becoming an officer in the Naval Nuclear Propulsion program is officially underway. For those pursuing a Naval Reactors Engineer position, the first step is Officer Development School (ODS) in Newport, RI - a 5-week course of instruction in Newport, RI, that provides a comprehensive and intense introduction to the responsibilities of being a Naval Officer.
Upon completion of ODS, newly commissioned Ensigns move on to receive initial training at Naval Reactors Headquarters in Washington, D.C. (9 weeks of instruction) and Nuclear Power Training Unit (2 weeks of instruction) that form the basis for more advanced academic work. Officers then attend Bettis Reactor Engineering School (BRES), a 6-month postgraduate-level education in nuclear engineering at Naval Nuclear Labs just outside Pittsburgh, PA. This is followed by approximately three weeks spent gaining a working background at one of the Navy's shipyards in either Newport News, VA, or Bremerton, WA.
Following the training pipeline, Naval Reactors Engineers are then assigned a Nuclear Engineer position with the group responsible for managing all technical aspects of the Naval Nuclear Propulsion program-reviewing, approving and confirming the design, operation and maintenance of nearly 100 nuclear reactors. Continuing education is required for the next six months as Engineers start in a junior role under a supervisor and rapidly advance to take on increasing responsibilities and complete their 5-year commitment.
Post-Service Opportunities
As a Naval Reactors Engineer, you will have incredible post-service prospects. The highly-selective nature of the program combined with world-class advanced training and qualifications means your skills and knowledge are in high demand. Adding "Navy Nuke" to your list of accomplishments will make you a top candidate for a variety of future careers including civilian engineering and management jobs after you complete your service.
Education Opportunities
In addition to the best-in-class training and state-of-the-art facilities, current undergrad students who meet the prerequisite background will also get the chance to get paid while finishing school through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate (NUPOC) program. Students in majors like mathematics, engineering, physics and chemistry may receive preferred acceptance into the program.
If accepted into the NUPOC program as an aspiring Naval Reactors Engineer, you can:
Receive a salary in excess of $4,000 per month for up to 18 months prior to your college graduation
Receive an immediate one-time sign-on bonus of $15,000
Enjoy military health care benefits while you are a student in the program
Have your college years enrolled in the program count towards retirement
Be a full-time student with no military duties while in college
Interested candidates should connect with a recruiter and ask about joining an engineer-specific Q&A information session. This will help you learn more about what the job entails and get answers for any of your questions.
Postgraduate Education Opportunities
As a Naval Reactors Engineer, once you're out of school you'll have a position waiting as a respected professional and Officer affiliated with the most accomplished nuclear program on earth. Beyond undergraduate and formal Navy training and education, you can pursue additional graduate education by:
Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Using Tuition Assistance to attend online or in-person graduate programs during shore assignments.
Navy College Program
VOLED Assistance Center
VOLED Region Advisors
The Naval Postgraduate School (NPS)
Navy War College (NWC)
USAF Air University Air Command and Staff College
Qualifications & Requirements
Because of the demanding nature of Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program and the magnitude of the responsibilities members will take on from a young age, requirements to become a candidate and join NUPOC are stringent.
The NUPOC program is open to both men and women. The following program qualification criteria apply.
To be an eligible candidate, you must:
Be a U.S. citizen (dual citizens must renounce non-US citizenship)
Be at least 19 years of age and less than 29 years of age at the time of commissioning-waivers up to 40 years of age for select jobs may be available
Meet any additional physical standards of the Navy
Education Requirements
Candidates must be graduates or students of an accredited college or university in the United States or in a United States territory pursuing a BA, BS or MS (preferably major in mathematics, engineering, physics, chemistry or other technical areas). Those still in school may apply as early as 18 months from completion of an undergraduate degree for Naval Reactors Engineers. Applicants may also join the NUPOC program as early as 12 months from completion of a master's degree. Additional academic requirements include:
Completed one academic year of calculus
Completed one academic year of calculus-based physics
A competitive GPA and a minimum grade of "B" in all technical courses
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.
Part-Time Opportunities
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Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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This off-shift position is located within our Plant 10 Whitehall Casting Operation and will direct and motivate the manufacturing work force to produce products of high quality in the most efficient and safe manner and ensure that scheduling meets business and customer needs.
Responsibilities
- Supervises an effective team; includes planning and holding meetings, preparing and conducting performance appraisals as appropriate, managing staffing levels (including vacations, overtime, and leaves of absences), assisting with career development (motivates, coaches, and trains to acquire maximum quality, productivity, morale, and cooperation), approving time and attendance, and prioritizing and making work assignments.
- Provides effective feedback to employees, both positive and negative. Maintains appropriate documentation for all disciplinary actions taken.
- Provides training and mentoring to new Supervisors.
- Directs training and orientation of employees to ensure EHS rules are known and understood, to improve work performance, and acquaint employees with company policies and procedures.
- Maintains compliance with the collective bargaining agreement. Interfaces between management and union officials. Handles grievances.
- Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and practices.
- Schedules production and work teams.
- Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operations, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
- Promotes EHS and continuous improvement initiatives and culture.
- Implements ABS principles and initiatives and is the 6S program leader.
- Interacts with their employees and other departments in order to manage the flow of product through the operation.
- Maintains inventories, as applicable.
- Creates a total awareness among assigned employees of Company policies, regulations, procedures, and business initiatives. Enforces compliance and acts as a positive resource for information and questions.
- Responds to emergencies. Assists in troubleshooting production problems. Investigates and analyzes. Initiates or recommends actions to correct deviations and variables affecting schedules, costs, quality, and other factors.
- Prepares and analyzes documentation as required (i.e. production reports, log sheets, etc).
- Reviews work procedures for safety regulations and concerns.
- Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
- Confers with management, engineering, and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
- Performs audits for safety compliance; facilitates the 6S audit program.
- Assists with budget and goal setting of the operation.
- Complies with all EHS rules required for the work environment.
- Performs other duties, as assigned.
Job Roles
- Anticipation--asks questions to understand needs of multiple stakeholder groups; prepares operation for optimal execution; contributes as a strategic partner to planning process
- Reliability--leads by example; provides goal and measurement information to others; facilitates safe environment; works effectively within parameters of bargaining unit contract
- Optimizer--improves processes; executes production for maximal output; eliminates waste; increases quality; aligns activity and resources to desired outcomes; sets others up for success
- Facilitator--interacts with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels; furnishes accurate instructions to others; acts as liaison between planning, management and execution elements of the business
- Responsiveness--deals effectively with the unforeseen; modifies labor schedule or other variables as needed based on circumstances
- Influence-- delegates effectively; capable of explaining the why behind a recommendation or directive; advocates for the business; maintains approachability; deals with conflict and change effectively
- Organization and structure--plans daily; coordinates to deliver on time; ensures efficiencies while balancing priorities of multiple projects and stakeholder groups; has contingency plans
- Observation--sees and hears through the lens of performance; enables accuracy in scheduling, quality in production and relationship with customers; makes recommendations and changes based on patterns and data; monitors for feedback and communicates findings; sees physical and personnel issues and acts on observations; has a finger on the pulse of what occurs within the plant
- Ownership--accepts accountability for the performance of others and the business; inspires ownership and improvement in others; invites measurement
Basic Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
- Minimum of 3 years leadership experience
- Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supervising in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with TPM, Synchronous Mfg., and Kaizen Concepts
- Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, have good team building skills, excellent people skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, technically oriented
- Must be energetic and a self-starter, able to promote and implement change, have good PC skills, good telephone skills, strong organizational skills, and ability to promote a continuous improvement atmosphere
Join our team and open a new door to an amazing career! TowerPinkster is an innovative architecture, engineering and interior design firm based in the Midwest with offices in Michigan, Indiana, and Kentucky. We are looking for a talented Leader to work directly with the business development team and guide new client relationship efforts in the government and/or commercial market sector(s). This position includes working in the Firm's key sectors to identify and develop client and community contacts with long-term impact for the future success of the firm. The Market Director position favors an experienced, strategic professional with drive, initiative, strong interpersonal skills, and the desire to work in a collaborative environment with our team. Position available in Michigan and Indiana offices.
Responsibilities include positioning the Firm to cultivate opportunities, requests for proposals, direct pursuits with clients, and enhance our current market practice. It also includes leading a strategic marketing plan that guides the market to consistently meet and exceed the Firm's established financial goals. This role includes developing and growing your professional network, market expertise, and capabilities to ensure maximum effectiveness and client satisfaction. In addition, you will be collaborating with team members who have various specialized expertise to enhance relationships with current and future clients.
Given the role and responsibilities of this position, our expectation is to split time between business development activities and additional responsibilities in the firm, which may include project programming, design, project management, or other key roles depending on your skills and expertise. The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Culture:
- Lead and encourage positive communication among team members and across other disciplines.
- Create opportunities to enhance teamwork and create inclusion, leading to a positive work environment.
- Strive to cultivate equity, respect, integrity, humor, and the celebration of talent.
- Promote a positive work culture by leading by example and supporting TowerPinkster Leadership Team
Client:
- Perform business development functions, to include marketing, business development, and external networking to create personal connections and involvement in professional organizations.
- Create and maintain long-standing relationships with clients.
- Lead the process of interviewing with prospective new clients.
- Collaborate with the client in the planning and design process, determining solutions and defining the scope of the project to meet client needs.
Project:
- Ensure clear understanding of project scope, roles, expectations and deadlines
- Serve as the senior subject-matter expert to resolve project challenges.
- Provide project management, design expertise, and contract administration for select projects.
- Lead and coordinate project efforts with other disciplines, clients, and construction partners to meet schedule milestones.
- Contribute and implement techniques for improving procedures and standards.
- Define scope of work and determine professional service fees.
- Conduct field assessments, design analysis, and perform site visits.
- Create and write reports and presentations to clients.
Mentorship:
- Assist the Manager(s) and Supervisor(s) with individual and team growth and development and create opportunities for educational learning.
- Influence the careers of professionals on your team.
- Mentor the team and share experiences, knowledge, skills, and lessons learned for continuous improvement.
- Lead, teach and guide project team members to assist in their growth and development.
Leadership:
- Communicate appropriate staffing levels and workload through collaboration with Manager(s) and Supervisor(s) in other office(s)
- Project future staffing needs and participate in various recruiting efforts for future staff.
- Develop and manage the market sector budget.
- Participate in organizations and other outside work activities to promote TowerPinkster and to develop relationships for long term talent selection
- All other job duties as apparent or assigned.
Business Development:
- Lead business development efforts based on past and current relationships and network.
- Develop standard letter proposals and work with the Marketing team to develop RFQ/P proposal responses for various project pursuits. Lead and provide direction for interview presentations.
- Identify annual sales capture within market sector and set annual sales goals for market.
- Assist in definition of marketing plan including project pursuits, advancing expertise, strengthening reputation in sector, and defining advertisements / sponsorships / PR opportunities within sector.
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with City and County jurisdictions, State agencies, municipalities, and other clients and organizations.
- Identify potential community engagement opportunities and methods to enhance your profile in the community.
- Update marketing contacts weekly and attend BD meetings and others as required.
- Participate in speaking engagements and written articles that promote the Firm as an industry expert in the market sector.
- Mentor/develop other team members in business development roles and actives.
- Attend industry/market sector conferences for professional growth, networking, and promotion of our services.
Project Engagement:
- Work in a leadership role on a project team which may consist of client management, creative team structure, contract review and negotiation, programming, concept design, project management oversight, and skills that result in successful projects and satisfied clients.
- Work with Project Manager to review and edit project contracts and participate with PM in negotiation of contact language with client, attorneys, insurance provider, etc.
- Lead client management of relationship for project specific work and/or to maintain client satisfaction with various client contacts. Oversee client satisfaction feedback.
- Participate in problem solving with Project Manager and client related to potential errors and omissions, and challenging issues that arise during or after the project.
- Support the Project Manager, as necessary, in meetings requested by the client.
- Participate in any legal issues or claims that arise regarding a project.
- Monitor the profitability of projects that you are leading, meet with the Project Manager regarding project performance, and help support the PM on additional service requests.
Position qualifications:
- Comprehensive understanding of the business development role with an architecture and engineering firm, and strategies for proactive pursuits of clients and project.
- Proficient with establishing project fees, project schedules, and work plans.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, organization, and time management skills.
- Able to effectively present information and respond to questions from clients, stakeholders, and the general public.
- Strong background and success with project and people management.
- Ability to interact positively and professionally with clients, team members, and partners.
- Must balance time between office locations - Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, other location(s)
- Participation in professional organization memberships, meetings, and conferences.
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design, or Landscape Architecture from a four-year college or university.
- Licensure and/or accreditation from industry organizations.
- A minimum of 8+ years of related experience in the industry.
- Experience with Business Development and Proposal generation.
- Experience with managing and maintaining positive client relationships.
- Experience with all phases of project development; including studies, programming, concept development through construction administration.
- Experience with various project delivery methods.
Technical Skills:
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Project.
- Knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.
- Knowledge of Google Workspace, including Slides, Docs, Sheets, Forms, Calendar, Gmail, etc.
What We Offer:
- Industry-leading compensation package, including paid overtime, performance bonuses, and profit sharing.
- National award-winning culture and a supportive work environment that empowers employees to stay healthy, fulfill their interests and passions, and balance work and life goals.
- A collaborative work environment along with many culture connection events and wellness activities, to include walking challenges, fitness challenges, book clubs, in-office chair massages, and more. We offer a Thrive program providing incentives up to $400.00 annually.
- Flexible work hours with a work-life balance program providing six additional days off per year, and a healthy paid time off program.
- A comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, short-term
Civil design for residential, commercial, and municipal projects
Participate in site visits, agency meetings, and municipal meetings
Ensure effective communication with all team members and clients Essential Skills for Performing the Job Self-motivated
Detail oriented
Problem-solving
Effective communication
Professionalism Required Education and Experience Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering
5-7 years of private land development civil engineering design
1-2 years of AutoCAD Civil 3D Other Requirements Licensed Professional Engineer Position Type/Expected Hours This is a full-time position. Some flexibility in hours is permitted, but s/he must be available during the standard work hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Physical Demands This position is a combination of sedentary work, with some field and travel-related work. An employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, reach, type, talk, hear, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, push, pull, carry, and lift. An employee may also be required to drive, traverse wooded and/or uneven terrain, enter structures, use ladders, walk on roofs, enter small spaces, and work in various weather conditions. Travel Some travel to and from project sites, municipal and agency offices, client offices, and other Nederveld offices, is to be expected. Disclaimer Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities are subject to change. Eligible candidates will be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship. Nederveld Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This role will guide a land development project through collaboration with a group of civil engineers, land planners, landscape architects, and CAD designers as well as some civil site design for land development projects.Effectively manage multiple land development projects simultaneouslyCivil design for residential, commercial, and municipal projectsParticipate in site visits, agency meetings, and municipal meetingsBachelors of Science in Civil Engineering5-7 years of private land development civil engineering design1-2 years of AutoCAD Civil 3DThis is a full-time position.
This position is a combination of sedentary work, with some field and travel-related work.
An employee may also be required to drive, traverse wooded and/or uneven terrain, enter structures, use ladders, walk on roofs, enter small spaces, and work in various weather conditions.TravelSome travel to and from project sites, municipal and agency offices, client offices, and other Nederveld offices, is to be expected.Eligible candidates will be legally authorized to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship.
A client of Insight Global in the Grand Rapids, MI area is seeking a Mechanical Designer to join their team! This individual will be responsible for designing custom mechanical test fixtures, gauges, and special machines used to test and measure engineered components. The designer creates and maintains 3D models and 2D drawings using CAD software to ensure designs are accurate, manufacturable, and meet engineering standards. They will collaborate closely with engineers and other designers for design reviews, and incorporate feedback into final designs. The role requires managing multiple projects independently while maintaining precise attention to detail, tolerances, materials, and mechanical functionality. This is a fully onsite position.
Must Haves:
- 3-5 years of Solidworks experience
- Strong mechanical background
- Knowledge of gas engines and components
- Understanding of tolerancing
Compensation:
$30/hr to $38/hr
Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.
Are you skilled in press operations with a passion for optimizing production and reducing downtime? We're seeking a motivated individual to join our team and play a crucial role in our manufacturing success.
About the Role: As a Member of our Press Team, you'll be the expert on our press operations, ensuring smooth and efficient production. You'll be responsible for setting up and changing over dies, troubleshooting equipment, and driving continuous improvement through MTPS practices. Your expertise will be vital in minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.
What You'll Do:
- Master Press Operations: Run all presses and support equipment with proficiency, and step in as a fill-in operator when needed.
- Optimize Die Set-Up: Reduce downtime through efficient die set-up and changeover processes using MTPS principles.
- Standardize Work: Develop, maintain, and improve Standardized Work Instructions for die set-up and changeover.
- Troubleshoot and Repair: Diagnose and resolve die issues in presses and on the production floor, implementing both temporary and permanent fixes.
- Electrical and Programming Expertise: Program and troubleshoot electrical servo systems and Smart Pacs.
- Maintain a Safe Environment: Adhere to all health and safety standards, and proactively identify and address potential hazards.
- Support Production: Assist with staging dies, provide technical support, and train operators on proper procedures.
- Drive Continuous Improvement: Contribute to process improvements, waste reduction activities, and quality enhancements.
- Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively with team members, coach new operators, and assist with various production tasks as needed.
- Inventory Management: Perform daily end-of-shift inventories of tools and supplies.
- Documentation and Reporting: Utilize the Plex system for monitoring requirements, scheduling, and reporting production.
Requirements:
What We're Looking For:
- 3-5 years of die setting experience with the ability to operate all presses and support equipment.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with electrical servo systems and Smart Pac programming.
- Knowledge of MTPS practices.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
- High school diploma or equivalent, with specialized training in MTPS.
- Leadership, problem-solving, and harassment training.
What We Offer:
- A dynamic and challenging work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A team-oriented culture that values collaboration and innovation.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
Join our team and contribute to our success!
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Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email
This off-shift position is located within our Plant 10 Whitehall Casting Operation and will direct and motivate the manufacturing work force to produce products of high quality in the most efficient and safe manner and ensure that scheduling meets business and customer needs.
Responsibilities
- Supervises an effective team; includes planning and holding meetings, preparing and conducting performance appraisals as appropriate, managing staffing levels (including vacations, overtime, and leaves of absences), assisting with career development (motivates, coaches, and trains to acquire maximum quality, productivity, morale, and cooperation), approving time and attendance, and prioritizing and making work assignments.
- Provides effective feedback to employees, both positive and negative. Maintains appropriate documentation for all disciplinary actions taken.
- Provides training and mentoring to new Supervisors.
- Directs training and orientation of employees to ensure EHS rules are known and understood, to improve work performance, and acquaint employees with company policies and procedures.
- Maintains compliance with the collective bargaining agreement. Interfaces between management and union officials. Handles grievances.
- Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and practices.
- Schedules production and work teams.
- Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operations, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
- Promotes EHS and continuous improvement initiatives and culture.
- Implements ABS principles and initiatives and is the 6S program leader.
- Interacts with their employees and other departments in order to manage the flow of product through the operation.
- Maintains inventories, as applicable.
- Creates a total awareness among assigned employees of Company policies, regulations, procedures, and business initiatives. Enforces compliance and acts as a positive resource for information and questions.
- Responds to emergencies. Assists in troubleshooting production problems. Investigates and analyzes. Initiates or recommends actions to correct deviations and variables affecting schedules, costs, quality, and other factors.
- Prepares and analyzes documentation as required (i.e. production reports, log sheets, etc).
- Reviews work procedures for safety regulations and concerns.
- Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
- Confers with management, engineering, and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
- Performs audits for safety compliance; facilitates the 6S audit program.
- Assists with budget and goal setting of the operation.
- Complies with all EHS rules required for the work environment.
- Performs other duties, as assigned.
Job Roles
- Anticipation--asks questions to understand needs of multiple stakeholder groups; prepares operation for optimal execution; contributes as a strategic partner to planning process
- Reliability--leads by example; provides goal and measurement information to others; facilitates safe environment; works effectively within parameters of bargaining unit contract
- Optimizer--improves processes; executes production for maximal output; eliminates waste; increases quality; aligns activity and resources to desired outcomes; sets others up for success
- Facilitator--interacts with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels; furnishes accurate instructions to others; acts as liaison between planning, management and execution elements of the business
- Responsiveness--deals effectively with the unforeseen; modifies labor schedule or other variables as needed based on circumstances
- Influence-- delegates effectively; capable of explaining the why behind a recommendation or directive; advocates for the business; maintains approachability; deals with conflict and change effectively
- Organization and structure--plans daily; coordinates to deliver on time; ensures efficiencies while balancing priorities of multiple projects and stakeholder groups; has contingency plans
- Observation--sees and hears through the lens of performance; enables accuracy in scheduling, quality in production and relationship with customers; makes recommendations and changes based on patterns and data; monitors for feedback and communicates findings; sees physical and personnel issues and acts on observations; has a finger on the pulse of what occurs within the plant
- Ownership--accepts accountability for the performance of others and the business; inspires ownership and improvement in others; invites measurement
Basic Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
- Minimum of 3 years leadership experience
- Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supervising in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with TPM, Synchronous Mfg., and Kaizen Concepts
- Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, have good team building skills, excellent people skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, technically oriented
- Must be energetic and a self-starter, able to promote and implement change, have good PC skills, good telephone skills, strong organizational skills, and ability to promote a continuous improvement atmosphere
The Project Engineer plays a key role in helping the department achieve its strategic goals. This position leads cross‑functional teams to successfully launch and manage large-scale programs, ensuring all deliverables meet customer expectations, hit measurable targets, and align with company objectives.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Leadership
• Lead cross-functional teams through all stages of new program development, integration, and execution—delivering on time and within budget.
• Assign tasks, organize sub-teams, and oversee day‑to‑day project activities.
• Maintain accountability for program parts after handoff to Operations, providing troubleshooting and guidance as needed.
Technical & Engineering Support
• Specifying, developing, validating, and installing new equipment and tooling
• Creating and maintaining FMEAs, Control Plans, and Process Flow Diagrams
• Designing parts, fixtures, and layouts; producing CAD/CAM drawings; supporting CMM operations
• Applying appropriate GD&T and tolerance stack‑ups
• Selecting proper materials and managing outside processes
Program Tracking & Communication
• Maintain accurate program status reports, tracking technical performance, schedules, financials, and customer commitments.
• Identify risks, recommend solutions, and take corrective actions as needed.
• Participate in production and program status meetings, reporting updates clearly and effectively.
• Lead customer communication, including negotiation and ongoing relationship management.
• Identify and present new business opportunities with existing customers to company leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5–10 years of proven program or project management experience in an advanced manufacturing environment.
• Experience in metalworking and CNC machining strongly preferred.
Technical Knowledge
• Contract manufacturing
• Special processing (heat treat, anodize, plating, etc.)
• Manufacturing operations and technical theory
• Machining theory, methods, and verification techniques
• Financial management concepts (cost/benefit, value analysis)
• Procurement and waste‑reduction practices
Skills & Abilities
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills
• Candidates must be eligible for access to ITAR-controlled items and materials. Proof of U.S. Citizenship or lawful permanent residency required
The Senior Product Manager is responsible for product planning, product marketing, sales strategy development, and overall brand growth strategy. For their segments, they will define the product vision, strategy, and roadmap. Through a deep understanding of market and customer requirements, they will identify and scope global market segments and define new products that expand the leadership position of brands manufactured at PSG-Grand Rapids. This role will define and execute a coordinated/integrated product and service offering from product definition to product launch.
What You’ll Do
Manages the Product Portfolio:
- Develop and maintain a diverse, multi-product portfolio that supports the market and customer growth business objectives
- Determine new product needs for global markets and vertical segments – what products to develop and where/how to sell them
- Owns plans from Voice-of-the-Customer, cost targets, sales forecast through to expected financial performance over time
- Develops product specifications and design targets through collaboration with customers and engineering
- Leader of the product/project plan through the Stage Gate Process
- Works closely with sales leadership in all global regions to develop strategy, track progress, and provide support for sales initiatives
Evolves Strategies for Profitable New Market Growth:
- Research market opportunities and gaps using multiple sources of market intelligence
- Uncover business drivers, new areas of opportunity, and ensure the voice of the end user customer is leading product strategies and plans
- Develop product ideas that achieve excellent product-market fit and solid positioning for growth.
- Influence executive leadership to support the growth strategy through business case development
- Mentor junior PM with project execution and management
- Contribute to and execute annual growth strategies (with a 3-year outlook). Deliverables include a summary of market & competitive position, strategic initiatives, roadmaps (product, technology, and service), and a growth plan summary
Commands Market Knowledge:
- Effectively manage key market segments and applications. Identify what products are required to be successful in these areas
- Determine market size (revenue, units), growth and opportunity for each. Identify share and position in the market and develop plans to secure or grow position
- Perform competitor analysis including SWOT, pricing, features, and product breadth comparison
- Identify market drivers and customer buying behaviors
Develops Customer Value and Pricing:
- Understands the value of the products to customers and their willingness to pay
- Provide existing product pricing guidance/maintenance and develop pricing for new products using appropriate pricing strategies including positioning, monetization, and competitor analysis
- Manage discount requests, including margin review, approvals, and follow-up
Oversees Customer and Market Centricity:
- Maintain market focus through regular contact with customers, sales and marketing
- Responsible for conducting distributor and end user training
- Understands the sales process and actively enables the sales organization with tools, training, and customer support
- Works closely with the regional sales organization, creating plans for revenue and market share development
Owns the relationship between sales, customers, and site working closely with the site teams, identifying growth opportunities and defining new/enhanced value propositions, uses tools and processes to measure and manage all activities.
Qualifications / Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or related field
- Seven (7) years of experience in business development, product management or equivalent role; preference to those with experience in the chemicals manufacturing industry
- Leadership experience in Sales, Marketing, and Business Development: experience developing a new product business case into a marketable product
- Ability to influence in a matrix environment and lead teams without solid line reporting
- Preference is for candidates to have experience with bulk liquid storage, fluid transport, or fluid distribution/retail, within chemical, process, power, industrial, oil & gas, or industrial gas industries
- Travel: 20% to 40% as needed to scope and develop business plans and market assessments
Desired Characteristics:
- Self-starter with excellent time management and organizational skills
- Actively listens to others and is open to ideas across all functions
- Instills a climate of teamwork and positive relationships across all functions
- Brings energy to address business and market challenges, obstacles, or setbacks
- Develops and maintains positive working relationships within the team and across functions to create effective solutions
