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Makita is a worldwide leader in the professional power tool industry. Over the past 100 years, we have built a reputation for using the finest raw materials, the most advanced manufacturing equipment, and the most rigorous quality testing in the industry. Headquartered in La Mirada, CA, Makita U.S.A., with offices in Reno, NV, Wilmer, TX, and Flowery Branch, GA, has brought Makita's best-in-class engineering advantage to professional power tool users in America since 1970.
Job Summary:
The Product Manager is responsible for developing and executing product strategy plans that deliver new innovative solutions, achieve sales objectives, and strategically position Makita USA in a leadership role. This position requires a thorough understanding of the market, competition, trades, end user’s needs, applications, business trends, channels of distribution, and product price positioning for their respective category. This individual will be a product leader working cross-functionally to deliver their category vision and strategy for Makita USA.
Salary: $95,000 – $120,000 per year
Essential Job Duties:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Manage product development portfolio strategies to include new product development roadmaps and existing product portfolios to align with the company’s vision and objectives.
- Understand product life cycles to create planning processes and timelines to develop new products.
- Manage the overall product development process from ideation to processing the necessary steps and approvals to the implementation and product launch.
- Thoroughly understands primary applications for all related products and accessories while understanding the current competitor’s product strengths, weaknesses, assortments, and marketing strategies.
- Have complete knowledge and assessment of the market, both targeting users and dealer requirements, including current trends, size of the user segments, building code requirements, market opportunities, and geographical strengths to develop strategies to position and develop products that lead the market.
- Establish and employ product innovation positioning with attribute planning that articulates the value proposition to our targeted users.
- Lead/support cross-functional (research) development teams that may include engineering, sales, marketing, logistics, purchasing, outside research firms, and others to develop further new/refreshing products and promotional tactics.
- Responsible for increasing category revenue and profit by developing new products, enhancing products/solutions, implementing promotional activity, and developing/creating sales aids to further build user awareness and brand energy.
- Develop promotional strategies along with the marketing team for new and sustaining products that reinforce the Brand and value to both targeted users and dealers.
- Monitor workflow, milestones, and processes to ensure timelines and deadlines are achieved.
- Deliver product presentations to key customers, trade press, and attend required trade shows.
- Determine annual forecasts and sales budgets for related product categories.
- Strong time management, project management, and strategic planning skills while having a clear vision of the “big picture”.
- Support the quality improvement process by working closely with the QC team by assisting at the field, service, and user levels.
Skills Required:
- Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
- Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control.
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
- Teamwork - Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
- Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
- Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethics; Upholds organizational values.
- Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.
- Adaptability - Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
- Marketing experience, including advertising, copy development, working with graphic designers, etc.
- Product management experience, including launching products, ideally in a related industry, such as construction or building products.
- Strong familiarity with power tools, perhaps as a contractor or trades professional, or at a manufacturer or retailer of power tools.
Supervisory Responsibility:
This position does have supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment:
This position will sometimes work in an open office setting that is quiet and fast-paced and fosters continuous learning while operating under high demand/volume. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
Travel:
40% travel may be required for this position, which includes overnight stays in some cities where events are being held.
Education and/or Experience Desired:
- Bachelor’s Degree from a college or university, or equivalent professional institution.
- Master’s degree in marketing, Business, or related discipline preferred.
- We will also consider non-degreed candidates with significant and highly relevant experience.
- 5+ years in product management or similar industry experience.
- Previous experience with both retail and distribution channels is preferred.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Required to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
- Required to regularly stand; walk; and stoop, bend, or reach above head.
- Required to frequently sit.
- May be required to occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 75 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Able to ascend and descend stairs.
- Continuously reach out to sort miscellaneous items.
- Physically & mentally able to work in an environment that may be subjected to strict deadlines and multiple projects.
- May be subjected to working extended and/or irregular hours.
Our Benefits Include:
Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options after 30 days of employment
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Employee assistance program (EAP) for mental health and well-being
- Paid subscription to Headspace and 5 other members of your choice
Financial Security
- Competitive pay & performance-based incentives
- Company branded vehicle provided
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Basic Term Life insurance is 100% company paid
- Long-term Disability Coverage 100% company paid
- Disability Coverage
- Voluntary Coverage: Critical illness, accidental, hospital indemnity, whole life, and supplemental life plans.
Work-Life Balance
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays)
- Employee discounts on Makita tools and accessories - because we know you love quality tools!
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Disclaimer:
This description is based on management's assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline for managers and employees, but it does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all of the elements of the job. Management reserves the right to modify the description at any time, or to vary the duties and responsibilities of the job on a temporary or indefinite basis to meet production, scheduling, or staffing needs.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, veteran status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, medical (including genetic characteristics or cancer diagnosis), actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. All such discrimination is prohibited. Additionally, the Company will provide registered domestic partners with all rights and benefits as required by Law. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) prohibits employers from requesting or requiring genetic information of an individual or a family member of the individual. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws and providing equal employment opportunities.
Arrowhead Talent Solutions is helping a growing aerospace and aviation manufacturing company find a Manufacturing Operations Supervisor in Fullerton, CA.
**Must be a US Citizen**
**Must have experience with CNC Machines**
- Lead first-shift manufacturing operations for a large production team, ensuring safety, productivity, and on-time delivery.
- Manage daily production activities including scheduling, staffing, training, and performance management.
- Drive operational efficiency through process improvements, cross-functional problem solving, and 5S initiatives.
- Partner with engineering, quality, and maintenance to resolve production issues and improve product quality.
- Conduct performance reviews and support hiring, development, and retention of team members.
Qualifications
- 6+ years of manufacturing leadership experience (aerospace or automotive preferred).
- Strong knowledge of CNC machining environments, tooling, and manufacturing processes.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documentation.
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Join our first-class team to reinvent in-flight experience. In the role of Planning Supervisor, you'll play a pivotal part on our production team.
The Aftermarket Planning Supervisor will lead and manage a team of spares planners within the aftermarket division of a global aerospace manufacturing company. This role is dedicated to ensuring operational excellence in aftermarket planning, scheduling, and inventory management. With a strong focus on aerospace spares support, the Supervisor will oversee queue management, KPI performance, and daily planning execution to meet customer requirements. The position plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy of data in the business system, which directly impacts company-wide financial reporting and aftermarket customer satisfaction.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of spares planners in the aerospace aftermarket division, ensuring high performance, accountability, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Implement and maintain world-class strategies for aftermarket planning, scheduling, inventory, and customer satisfaction, while driving continuous improvement across all functions.
• Oversee all aftermarket planning activities, including workload balance, prioritization, and queue management for PPO, initial commitment dates and recovery dates, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and ownership of all lines.
• Drive daily execution of key aftermarket KPIs including PPO release adherence, initial commitment dates and recovery date creation, and PMO release compliance. Monitor individual performance, flex resources to balance changing workloads, and lead cross-functional efforts to resolve the highest aging lines.
• Act as the first line of escalation for planning and operational issues, providing rapid problem-solving support to both the team and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain and update weekly KPI charts for Tuesday management reports, providing analysis and insights while the Manager presents. Transition ownership of additional metrics (supply cancellations, pull-ins, pushouts, NCR, etc.) from Manager to Supervisor over time.
• Develop and monitor aftermarket production plans, budgets, and schedules in line with aerospace requirements and plant capacity. Proactively identify risks or delays and implement corrective actions to protect customer commitments.
But what else? (advantages, specificities, etc.)
• Ensure planners execute essential functions including BOM analysis, material planning, timely requisition delivery to purchasing, work order release and management, revision control, ERP data accuracy, and on-time fulfillment of aftermarket customer requirements.
• Oversee inventory levels to meet company and aftermarket customer goals, ensuring alignment with financial targets and operational needs.
• Foster premier customer service for airlines, MROs, and other aerospace aftermarket clients by ensuring planning execution supports client expectations.
• Conduct risk assessment and mitigation activities specific to aftermarket supply chain challenges.
• Provide leadership through training, mentoring, and talent development, driving a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional growth within the spares planning team.
• Execute strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems and other applicable planning tools, leveraging aerospace expertise to optimize performance.
• Collaborate with supply chain, operations, engineering, and quality teams to ensure aftermarket planning alignment with aerospace manufacturing standards and long-term business objectives.
• Other duties as assigned by the management team.
Candidate skills & requirements
Education: BS/BA degree required from an accredited university
Experience: Minimum of 7+ years of progressive planning, scheduling and inventory management experience in aerospace, automotive or mechanical manufacturing environment with the ability to lead and influence others, with 2+ years of the 7 years in a planning leadership position
Computer Skills:
• Experience working with MRP/ERP systems
• Proficiency with MS Office Skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Other Skills:
• Broad knowledge of the field with proven management skills.
• Effective oral and written communications skills
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and assignments with attention to detail
• Problem solving, well organized, detailed oriented and accurate.
• Strong written and verbal business communications abilities must be comfortable delivering information to all levels of the organization including senior leadership.
• Working knowledge of business finance skills and abilities.
Additional Preferred Skills: (not required)
• BS/BA in supply chain, business management, or operations from an accredited university
• APICS CPIM and/or ISM certifications
• Experience in AS/ISO standards quality management experience.
• Problem-solving skills (Six Sigma Green Belt, etc.)
• Aftermarket or Spares Business experience
Description: Entry-level management position within field.
You will act as the Staff Mechanical Engineering Owner's Representative with technical expertise for mechanical engineering issues, design management of in-house and outside resources, code compliance, Disney design standards, documentation, specifications, and life cycle cost analysis for best value. This role also involves close collaboration with other engineering disciplines and multiple Disney project teams including FAM, WDI, Entertainment, and Operations.
You will report to the Senior Manager for MEP Engineering with DLR Architecture & Facilities Engineering.
What You Will Do
* Act as Owner's Representative on projects from concept through construction at the Disneyland Resort. Project types will include shops, rides, hotels, shows, maintenance facilities, and nearly any built facility and area development found on our property.
* Manage the design and development of contract documents of projects with in-house and outside resources to meet project scopes, schedules and budgets.
* Develop concepts and Request for Proposals (RFP)s.
* Attend, participate, and problem solve during site visits from concept through construction.
* Review drawings and specifications and ensure that all projects are designed and executed to applicable codes and statutes
* Work with stakeholders to provide civil engineering resources to develop project scope including design, planning and code compliance for estimation and feasibility.
* Resolve design issues creatively and thoroughly coordinating design with other disciplines.
* Develop clear technical analyses and recommend frameworks to inform executive review and approval.
* Partner with internal teams to develop, maintain, communicate, and enforce Walt Disney Company design guidelines, standards, master specifications, and details.
* As the owner's representative, you'll review with a focus on constructability, efficiency, and long-term maintainability.
* Liaison with City officials and external agencies to ensure project scope and implementation is coordinated and compliant with external requirements.
* Research Record Drawings in Disneyland Archives.
* Perform field work to investigate and assess mechanical related infrastructure in the Resort.
* Independently review new and existing design drawings and calculations.
* Review shop drawing submittals and respond to vendor requests for information per Resort standards.
* Coordinate design activities and monitor field installations and demolition work that comply with specifications and code requirements.
* Perform reviews of existing infrastructure: propose upgrades and replacements, present findings and recommendations.
* Serve as Engineer of Record on assigned projects, including signing and sealing construction documents when required.
* Design with focus on constructability, efficiency, and long-term maintainability.
* Expedite the receipt of sample submittals required for final design approval.
* Participate in weekly design coordination meetings and prioritize items to minimize schedule impacts.
* Assist Project and Design Managers to resolve design compliance issues relating to Projects requirements. Validate that all Item Specifications are consistent with products installed before archiving manuals.
* Support Executive Design Reviews by contributing technical content, analysis, and coordination as requested by Project or Design Management.
What We Look For
* 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering design, HVAC/DX/VRF/CHW applications, central plant development and operational guidance, hydraulics, hydronics, compressed air, overall kitchen designs and implementation.
* Ability to support project partners in procurement and construction.
* Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, ACC, and other engineering-based software.
* Working knowledge of both National and Local Standards and Codes.
Required Education and Licensure
* BS Mechanical Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited university.
* Current registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California in good standing.
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Additional Information
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The hiring range for this position in Anaheim, CA is $126,800.00 to $154,800.00 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographical region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
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Surface Warfare Officer
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Responsibilities
Surface Warfare Officers (SWOs) are involved in virtually every aspect of Navy missions. As a SWO, you may be in charge of any number of shipboard operations and activities while at sea, working with or within any of these specialized forces:
Aircraft Carrier Forces: Provide and coordinate air, submarine and surface ship defense for aircraft carriers.
Cruiser-Destroyer Forces: Provide ship attack and defensive measures with a wide array of missile and fire power capabilities, providing anti-air, -submarine and -surface warfare support.
Amphibious Forces: Embark and transport vehicles, equipment and personnel for amphibious assault operations.
Combat-Logistics Forces: Provide combatant ships with fuel, ammunition, food and supplies, and provide repair, maintenance and rescue capabilities through Fleet Support Ships.
Mine Warfare Forces: Detect, identify and neutralize threats from hostile use of maritime mines.
You may also be interested in becoming a Surface Warfare Officer within the prestigious Navy Nuclear community where you will have the opportunity to work on some of the world's most powerful nuclear-powered submarines and aircraft carriers.
Work Environment
As a Surface Warfare Officer, you will work at sea and on shore, in a variety of environments. Sea duty could place you aboard ships within the fleet. Shore duty may involve a tour of duty at the Pentagon, a student assignment at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, or command and management positions at shore bases and stations around the world.
Training & Advancement
Those pursuing an Information Professional Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, RI.
Unless they have already been commissioned through the Naval Academy or ROTC, those pursuing a Surface Warfare Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School. Newly commissioned SWOs can expect an advanced training process that includes comprehensive training at sea and ashore.
Newly commissioned Surface Warfare Officers will be assigned to a surface ship, leading a team of Sailors responsible for a component of the ship - anything from electronics to weapons to engineering systems. In this setting, Officers are working toward full Surface Warfare qualification.
After completing these initial sea tours, Surface Warfare Officers may be selected to serve on high-level staffs, commands or strategic projects or they may be selected to work in recruitment. The ultimate goal for many: to one day command their own ship.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields in the civilian sector.
Education Opportunities
Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial assistance and continuing education programs. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Surface Warfare Officers can advance their education by:
- Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
- Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Qualifications & Requirements
A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer.
There are different ways to become a SWO. If you're a high school student or an undergraduate, you can enter through the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) or through the U.S. Naval Academy. Those already having a degree attend Officer Candidate School (OCS), a 12-week Navy school in Newport, RI.
All candidates must also be U.S. Citizens.
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
There are part-time opportunities available as a Surface Warfare Officer.
Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Surface Warfare Officers in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
For annual training, Surface Warfare Officers may serve anywhere in the world, whether on a ship at sea or at bases and installations on shore.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that.
Surface Warfare Officers in the Navy Reserve serve in an Officer role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with this job, initial training requirements must first be met.
For current or former Navy Officers (NAVET): Prior experience satisfies the initial leadership training requirement - so you will not need to go through Officer Training again.
Officers who previously held a commission in another United States Military Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Public Health Service, or United States Coast Guard are exempt from attending ODS or LDO/CWO Academy.
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As we continue to enhance our digital customer experience, we’re seeking a dynamic temporary Ecommerce Manager to lead key growth initiatives across our ecommerce website.
The temporary Ecommerce Manager will be responsible for owning key strategic areas of our digital business, including but not limited to: planning and executing site content on Shopify, optimizing the online customer journey including reporting, and driving impactful digital promotions and campaigns. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment, who can lead strategy development and execute creatively to deliver results.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:
- Lead the strategy, optimization, and performance of the Windsor eCommerce homepage in addition to key digital touchpoints across
- Oversee daily content updates and overall site experience in partnership with product, UX, customer service and engineering teams
- Drive KPIs around site engagement and conversion while delivering ongoing analytics reporting and actionable insights
- Collaborate with merchandising, design, SEO and marketing teams to leverage site content, identify opportunities and optimize on-site incentives
- Develop and deliver seamless omnichannel promotions in partnership with buying, marketing and customer service teams
- Manage on-site discount code creation, execution and maintenance alongside sitewide promotional initiatives
- Lead cross-functional efforts to monitor, report on and improve page speed and overall web performance, driving higher conversion, stronger search visibility, and an enhanced user experience
- Partner with our third-party returns vendor to optimize the online customer returns experience
- Own the brand protection initiative in partnership with our third-party vendor to identify and remove counterfeit listings and fraudulent websites
- Analyze eCommerce trends and competitor insights to guide best practices and support strategic planning for
Key Qualifications & Requirements:
- Business or Communications related degree
- Fashion retail or DTC brand experience
- Minimum 5+ years experience in a fast-paced, ecommerce business, with direct experience managing site content
- Must have hands-on experience using Shopify Plus
- Strong analytical skills, with proven experience working with reporting and analyzing data to drive results
- Strong market research skills & a knowledge of the fashion industry
- Strong writing &presentation skills
- Experience leading projects and working collaboratively across departments
- Proven experience driving change and innovation online
- Ability to multitask and meet deadlines, whilst maintaining close attention to detail
Physical/Environmental Demands and Overtime & Availability
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to walk short distances. Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a small amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Adequate movements(motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Team members are required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
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Job descriptions are merely a summary of the position. Duties and responsibilities are subject to change and may include any other that management finds necessary to successfully maintain business operations.
WINDSOR EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Core Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree, Engineering strongly preferred
- 7+ years in Manufacturing Operations management
Preferred Requirements:
- MBA degree
- Machining
The successful candidate will play an integral role in directing and executing business goals and objectives for profitable, sustainable growth. This includes implementing key business initiatives, including lean manufacturing, and helping develop high-performance teams. The right candidate should be an impact player with a proven track record of accomplishments, understand the business implications of decisions, and be oriented toward profitability.
Responsibilities:
- Complete leadership responsibility for performance and overall development of the business unit
- Manage the operations with a result-driven framework focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement to meet and exceed customer expectations and business goals
- Empower teams with a managerial style that is collaborative, inclusive, and balanced
- Plan and direct the manufacturing operations at the lowest cost consistent with established operating metrics/goals
- Integrate manufacturing, materials, and maintenance functions, ensuring processes result in high-quality throughput
- Lead efforts to continuously improve the division's competitive position, resulting in reduced turn time and cost
Total Compensation:
- $300,000 - $400,000
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At Makita USA, we believe our employees are the driving force behind our success. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. When you join Makita, you become part of a dynamic, innovative, and team-oriented culture that values hard work and dedication.
Makita is a worldwide leader in the professional power tool industry. Over the past 100 years, we have built a reputation for using the finest raw materials, the most advanced manufacturing equipment, and the most rigorous quality testing in the industry. Headquartered in La Mirada, CA, Makita U.S.A., with offices in Reno, NV, Wilmer, TX, and Flowery Branch, GA, has brought Makita's best-in-class engineering advantage to professional power tool users in America since 1970.
Salary $85,000 - $100,000 annually
Job Summary
Makita is the innovation leader in power tools, equipment, and accessories – so join the team at our U.S.A. headquarters in Southern California and help us make the Makita Advantage come alive at trade shows and events across the U.S.A.
As the Trade Show Manager, you will take a leading role in planning, coordinating, and executing trade shows and events to reach our target audiences, including pro-contractors, hardware dealers/distributors, and the media. You will help communicate the Makita Advantage to these audiences by creating and executing event plans that include compelling signage and graphics, hands-on product demonstrations, dynamic display structures, efficient lighting, effective lead collection, and more.
Areas of focus will range from budget and calendar planning to asset co-design and sourcing, inventory management, and hands-on activity, including booth set-up and on-site management at select events.
Across categories, Makita products have leading power and performance but with lower noise, less vibration, reduced weight, and superior ergonomics. This combination of performance and comfort is unique in the category, giving users of all types – from pro contractors to DIYers – a complete solution that helps get work done faster and more efficiently. Join our team and be a part of this exciting innovation story.
Essential Job Duties
- Work with the senior communications manager as well as product management, channel marketing, brand marketing, operations, and senior management on a full range of trade show activities. This will include live trade shows in major convention venues.
- Build the annual Makita U.S.A. trade show calendar and budget.
- Work with our off-site logistics partner to manage and track asset inventory and display tool inventory for use at trade shows. This includes inspection and inventory reconciliation as well as routine maintenance and repairs.
- Collaborate with in-house marketing staff and vendors to build booth assets, including structures and signage.
- Work with the in-house product management team (and occasionally outside vendors) to create demonstrations of key Makita products.
- Create effective lead collection tactics at trade shows.
- Coordinate show orders and shipping for select events.
- Coordinate on-site details for select events, including shipping and receiving, staffing, and set-up.
Other Duties
Please note this job 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 may change at any time with or without notice.
Skills Required
- Familiarity with best practices in trade show booth construction, including lighting and graphics.
- Basic inventory management of trade show assets.
- Building and managing a budget.
- Post-event actions, including reviewing and approving show invoices.
- Strong ability to proactively coordinate numerous projects while maintaining follow-up and follow-through skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, percentages, and area. .
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, technical procedures, or trade show regulations.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals (e.g., booth set-up instructions).
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers and vendors.
- Ability to learn: Obtain knowledge and understanding of our power tools, competition, target professional users, the product applications, and the types of dealers that support the users.
- Presentation skills: Organize information and present to both internal and external audiences.
- The ability to work under pressure and with constantly changing priorities
- Experience in executing a trade show booth “from the ground up”, including arranging shipping and on-site booth set-up, as well as ordering and tracking on-site show services.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
This position is based full-time in the Makita U.S.A. Home Office in La Mirada, CA.
EVENTS: This position will include indoor and outdoor events. The work environmental characteristics for these events include the following:
- The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
- In rare instances, activity goes into the night and proceeds until completion, rain or shine.
- The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, as well as risk of electrical shock and vibration. Personal protective equipment is provided, and professional labor is on hand to manage advanced electrical applications.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. At select trade shows, noise levels are similar to a construction job site. Hearing protection is provided.
Education and/or Experience Desired
- Five to ten years of related trade show and event experience in venues including convention halls.
- Experience in executing a trade show booth “from the ground up”, including arranging shipping and on-site booth set-up, as well as ordering and tracking on-site show services.
Travel: The expected travel for this role is up to 15%.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.
- The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- The employee must be able to safely operate a moving vehicle per our company policy.
- Occasional extended hours are expected to complete assembly or take-down activities on-site during trade shows and events, as well as in the office.
Our Benefits Include:
Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options after 30 days of employment
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Employee assistance program (EAP) for mental health and well-being
- Paid subscription to Headspace and 5 other members of your choice
Financial Security
- Competitive pay & performance-based incentives
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Basic Term Life insurance is 100% company paid
- Long-term Disability Coverage 100% company paid
- Disability Coverage
- Voluntary Coverage: Critical illness, accidental, hospital indemnity, whole life, and supplemental life plans.
Work-Life Balance
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays)
- Employee discounts on Makita tools and accessories - because we know you love quality tools!
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Disclaimer:
This description is based on management's assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline for managers and employees, but it does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all of the elements of the job. Management reserves the right to modify the description at any time, or to vary the duties and responsibilities of the job on a temporary or indefinite basis to meet production, scheduling, or staffing needs.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, veteran status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, medical (including genetic characteristics or cancer diagnosis), actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. All such discrimination is prohibited. Additionally, the Company will provide registered domestic partners with all rights and benefits as required by Law. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) prohibits employers from requesting or requiring genetic information of an individual or a family member of the individual. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws and providing equal employment opportunities.
At Makita USA, we believe our employees are the driving force behind our success. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to support your health, financial well-being, and professional growth. When you join Makita, you become part of a dynamic, innovative, and team-oriented culture that values hard work and dedication.
Makita is a worldwide leader in the professional power tool industry. Over the past 100 years, we have built a reputation for using the finest raw materials, the most advanced manufacturing equipment, and the most rigorous quality testing in the industry. Headquartered in La Mirada, CA, Makita U.S.A., with offices in Reno, NV, Wilmer, TX, and Flowery Branch, GA, has brought Makita's best-in-class engineering advantage to professional power tool users in America since 1970.
Salary $70,000 - $80,000 annually
Job Summary
Makita is the innovation leader in power tools, equipment, and accessories – so join the team at our U.S.A. headquarters in Southern California and help us make the Makita Advantage come alive at trade shows and events across the U.S.A.
As the Trade Show Specialist, you will take an important role in planning, coordinating, and executing trade shows and events to reach our target audiences, including pro contractors, hardware dealers/distributors, and the media. You will help communicate the Makita Advantage to these audiences by creating and executing event plans that include compelling signage and graphics, hands-on product demonstrations, dynamic display structures, efficient lighting, effective lead collection, and more.
Areas of focus will range from budget and calendar planning to asset co-design and sourcing, inventory management, and hands-on activity, including booth set-up and on-site management at select events.
Your efforts will be a key part of our daily efforts to increase awareness and drive demand for Makita products. These include industry-leading battery-powered tools and outdoor power equipment as well as vacuums and cleaning products, lighting, radios and speakers, job site apparel, modular storage, a full line of premium accessories, and more.
Across categories, Makita products have leading power and performance but with lower noise, less vibration, reduced weight, and superior ergonomics. This combination of performance and comfort is unique in the category, giving users of all types – from pro contractors to DIYers – a complete solution that helps get work done faster and more efficiently. Join our team and be a part of this exciting innovation story.
Essential Job Duties
- Work with the senior communications manager as well as product management, channel marketing, brand marketing, operations, and senior management on a full range of trade show activities. This will include live trade shows in major convention venues.
- Build the annual Makita U.S.A. trade show calendar and budget.
- Work with our off-site logistics partner to manage and track asset inventory and display tool inventory for use at trade shows. This includes inspection and inventory reconciliation as well as routine maintenance and repairs.
- Collaborate with in-house marketing staff and vendors to build booth assets, including structures and signage.
- Work with the in-house product management team (and occasionally outside vendors) to create demonstrations of key Makita products.
- Create effective lead collection tactics at trade shows.
- Coordinate show orders and shipping for select events.
- Coordinate on-site details for select events, including shipping and receiving, staffing, and set-up.
Other Duties
Please note this job 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 may change at any time with or without notice.
Skills Required
- Familiarity with trade show and event processes, including budget and planning, arranging shipping, and on-site booth set-up. Ordering and tracking on-site show services is a plus, but not required.
- Experience in building and managing a budget.
- Strong ability to proactively coordinate numerous projects while maintaining follow-up and follow-through skills.
- Ability to learn: Obtain knowledge and understanding of our power tools, competition, target professional users, the product applications, and the types of dealers that support the users.
- Excellent critical thinking, interpersonal, communication, time-management, and problem-solving skills
- Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, percentages, and area.
- Presentation skills: Organize information and present to both internal and external audiences.
- The ability to work under pressure and with constantly changing priorities
- Computer Skills: Knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, including core apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) as well as cloud services, including OneDrive and SharePoint. AI knowledge is a plus.
Supervisory Responsibility
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Work Environment
EVENTS: The work environmental characteristics for these events include the following:
- The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.
- In rare instances, activity goes into the night and proceeds until completion, rain or shine.
- The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, as well as risk of electrical shock and vibration. Personal protective equipment is provided, and professional labor is on hand to manage advanced electrical applications.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. At select trade shows, noise levels are similar to a construction job site. Hearing protection is provided.
Education and/or Experience Desired
- Education and/or Experience: Four-year college or university program, certificate, bachelor’s degree preferred. Preferred academic focus includes marketing, business, communications, or design
- Up to 3 years of experience in a marketing manager, coordinator, or specialist role, with related trade show and event experience preferred but not required.
Travel The expected travel for this role is up to 15%.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.
- The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 20 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- The employee must be able to safely operate a moving vehicle per our company policy.
- Occasional extended hours are expected to complete assembly or take-down activities on-site during trade shows and events, as well as in the office.
Our Benefits Include:
Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options after 30 days of employment
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Employee assistance program (EAP) for mental health and well-being
- Paid subscription to Headspace and 5 other members of your choice
Financial Security
- Competitive pay & performance-based incentives
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Basic Term Life insurance is 100% company paid
- Long-term Disability Coverage 100% company paid
- Disability Coverage
- Voluntary Coverage: Critical illness, accidental, hospital indemnity, whole life, and supplemental life plans.
Work-Life Balance
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays)
- Employee discounts on Makita tools and accessories - because we know you love quality tools!
Join Makita USA and power up your career with a company that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence!
Explore Opportunities & Apply Today!
Disclaimer:
This description is based on management's assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline for managers and employees, but it does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all of the elements of the job. Management reserves the right to modify the description at any time, or to vary the duties and responsibilities of the job on a temporary or indefinite basis to meet production, scheduling, or staffing needs.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, veteran status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, medical (including genetic characteristics or cancer diagnosis), actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. All such discrimination is prohibited. Additionally, the Company will provide registered domestic partners with all rights and benefits as required by Law. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) prohibits employers from requesting or requiring genetic information of an individual or a family member of the individual. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws and providing equal employment opportunities.
Project Coordinator (Contract – 3–4 Months)
Location: Norwalk, CA (Onsite)
Pay Rate: $23–$24/hour
Duration: Through end of June (approx. 3–4 months)
Start: ASAP – Interviews immediately
Overview
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Project Coordinator to support a busy operations and engineering team through the end of June. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys managing high‑volume communication, organizing project documentation, and supporting project workflow within a fast‑paced environment. Candidates must be comfortable working in a warehouse/production setting and able to maintain high accuracy when handling multiple job codes and project packets.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage a high‑volume shared inbox and respond to incoming requests in a timely, organized manner
• Monitor and respond to instant messages via Microsoft Teams
• Prepare, assemble, and distribute project packets, including composing and finalizing documentation
• Perform data entry and tracking of job codes, ensuring accuracy and consistency
• Use Excel for sorting, filtering, and basic project tracking (advanced skills a plus)
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and warehouse teams to support project movement
• Maintain documentation accuracy and version control across all project materials
• Support ad‑hoc administrative and project tasks as needed
Preferred Experience
• Experience in technical, engineering, or manufacturing environments
• Ability to read or interpret engineering drawings (strongly preferred)
• Experience using NetSuite (preferred, not required)
• Strong attention to detail, especially when working with numeric job codes
• Comfortable working in a warehouse or operational floor environment
Qualifications
• 1–3 years of administrative, project coordination, or operations support experience
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Ability to multitask and manage shifting priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (sorting and filtering required; advanced a plus)
• Must be able to start quickly and commit through the end of June
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