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Job Title – Teradata Lead Administrator

*Please note this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

About the role

The Teradata Lead Administrator is responsible for owning the end-to-end strategy, governance, and operational excellence of the Teradata ecosystem across on premise and cloud environments. This role combines deep technical expertise with architectural leadership, platform modernization, FinOps discipline, and cross functional collaboration. The administrator will drive platform reliability, performance, security, and scalability while guiding teams, managing vendors, and supporting enterprise data initiatives.

In this role, you will:

Platform Strategy & Architecture

1. • Develop and own the Teradata platform roadmap, including modernization, integration, and compatibility planning.
2. • Design and govern HADR architecture, capacity models, workload tiering, and cross cloud QueryGrid policies.
3. • Provide architectural support for Vantage topology, scaling strategies, observability, and cost control frameworks.
4. • Lead PoCs for new capabilities, tools, and integrations.

Governance, Operations & Performance

1. • Establish and enforce SLAs, SLIs, audit frameworks, and antipattern governance.
2. • Drive systemwide performance tuning and multi tier workload management policies.
3. • Define automation standards and support WLM as code governance, including code reviews and fixes.
4. • Oversee DR strategy, backup and recovery processes, and compliance with enterprise data security policies.

Cloud, Network & FinOps

1. • Support right sizing of compute and storage tiers, including FinOps planning and governance.
2. • Contribute to hybrid network architecture, DXTGW strategy, Security Hub, Config, Guardium, and enterprise IAM/RBAC governance.
3. • Ensure cost efficient, secure, and compliant cloud operations.

Operational Excellence & Support

1. • Monitor Teradata system health, performance, and resource utilization.
2. • Lead new environment setup, configuration, and platform migrations.
3. • Provide L3 support for complex issues and guide teams through ITSM processes (ServiceNow, Remedy, Jira Service Desk).

Leadership & Collaboration

1. • Manage vendor relationships and coordinate with Teradata engineering teams.
2. • Mentor junior DBAs and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
3. • Contribute to RACI definitions, risk management, and enterprise-wide integration planning.

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 2-3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Newark, NJ. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered

1. • Strong understanding of Teradata architecture, utilities, and tools (BTEQ, FastLoad, MultiLoad, TPT).
2. • Solid knowledge of data warehousing concepts and enterprise data management.
3. • Experience with performance tuning, workload management, and system observability.
4. • Familiarity with cloud security, compliance frameworks, and hybrid network architectures.
5. • Problem solving mindset with the ambition to grow into a senior DBA/architect role.

Certifications

• New Teradata Accreditation (Required)

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until March 21, 2025.

The annual salary for this position is between $81,000 - $135,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

· Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

· Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

· 401(k) plan and contributions

· Long-term/Short-term Disability

· Paid Parental Leave

· Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Job Title: Senior Product Analyst – Generative AI (Insurance Platform)

Location: Atlanta, GA or Jersey City, NJ (Hybrid – 2–3 days onsite)

Experience: 7–10 Years

Education: MBA from a US-accredited university (Required)

Role Overview

Seeking a Senior Product Analyst to support the development of a Generative AI–powered insurance platform leveraging LLMs, automation, and advanced analytics to improve underwriting, claims, and servicing workflows.

The role works closely with Product, Engineering, Data Science, and Business teams to translate AI-driven capabilities into scalable, business-aligned solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Product Managers to define AI-driven product features and roadmap priorities
• Translate business processes into PRDs, user stories, and functional requirements
• Identify GenAI use cases such as document summarization, intelligent Q&A, data extraction, and workflow automation
• Collaborate with Data Science and Engineering teams on model evaluation and product requirements
• Facilitate stakeholder workshops and support Agile/Scrum delivery
• Present product insights and recommendations to leadership
• Support AI governance, compliance, and risk frameworks

Required Qualifications

• 7–10 years in Product Strategy, Business Analysis, or Product Operations
• MBA from a US-accredited university
• Experience in the Insurance domain (P&C, Life, or Specialty)
• Strong requirements documentation and stakeholder management skills
• Experience working in Agile product environments
• Understanding of AI/ML concepts, particularly Generative AI and LLMs

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AI copilots or automation platforms
• Exposure to insurance core systems and enterprise data ecosystems
• Familiarity with AI governance and regulatory frameworks

Mama’s Creations, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAMA) is a leading marketer and manufacturer of fresh deli prepared foods, found in over 8,500 grocery, mass, club and convenience stores nationally. The Company’s broad product portfolio, born as MamaMancini’s, from a rich history in Italian foods, now consists of a variety of high quality, fresh, clean and easy to prepare foods to address the needs of both our consumers and retailers. Our vision is to become a one-stop-shop deli solutions platform, leveraging vertical integration and a diverse family of brands to offer a wide array of prepared foods to meet the changing demands of the modern consumer. For more information, please visit  have an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled and experienced leader to serve as the Senior Director, Plant Operations of our East Rutherford facility. You will be the senior site leader responsible for the overall performance, safety, Grandma Quality, controls, culture, and financial results of the manufacturing facility. This role serves as the plant’s general manager, accountable for translating enterprise strategy into consistent, disciplined execution with excellence at the site level. The Senior Director leads through people, systems, and standards, ensuring production, FSQA, maintenance, warehousing, and workforce leadership operate in alignment with Grandma Quality. This role balances results with responsibility, honoring Mama’s heritage while building scalable, sustainable operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end plant performance, including safety, food safety, quality, service, cost, labor efficiency, and employee engagement.
• Own overall plant efficiency and throughput performance, ensuring production capacity, labor models, and operating practices support enterprise targets.
• Drive improvement in throughput, yield, and line performance by setting expectations, removing barriers, and holding leaders accountable for results.
• Serve as the strategic leader for the site, translating enterprise priorities into clear site-level strategies, initiatives, and execution plans.
• Partner with the Senior Manager, Production Operations to ensure production schedules and execution plans support optimal efficiency and service outcomes.
• Own the plant operating budget, including labor, overtime, supplies, and controllable costs; ensure performance aligns with financial targets.
• Balance cost discipline with Mama’s commitment to Grandma Quality, safety, and employee well-being.
• Use KPIs and financial data to evaluate performance, prioritize investments, and guide decision-making.
• Partner with OpEx/CI to identify and sponsor continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable, sustainable gains in efficiency, throughput, and cost performance.
• Ensure efficiency gains and cost improvements are sustainable and embedded into standard work and leadership routines.
• Lead, coach, and hold accountable all direct reports, site functional leaders, and the downline.
• Serve as the primary owner of plant culture, reinforcing values-based leadership, respectful supervision, and consistent accountability.
• Ensure site execution aligns with enterprise standards of excellence and Grandma Quality while addressing location-specific risks and opportunities.
• Partner with FSQA leadership to maintain strong food safety culture, regulatory compliance, and audit readiness.
• Own site-level labor strategy, workforce planning, and performance management in partnership with People Operations.
• Drive operational discipline through KPIs, operating practices, and structured problem-solving.
• Partner with Reliability & Asset Management to support uptime, preventive maintenance execution, and capital improvements.
• Support capital projects, expansions, and equipment installations at the site level.
• Participate in operational diligence and integration activities related to acquisitions or expansions impacting the facility.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for site risks, performance gaps, and employee relations matters.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships that nurture trust, accountability, and pride in workmanship.
• Collaborate closely with Senior Directors and plant leaders at other facilities to share best practices, standardize where appropriate, and drive enterprise-wide operational improvement.
• Participate in cross-facility working groups, initiatives, and problem-solving efforts to strengthen consistency, performance, and scalability across the enterprise.
• Champion collaboration between facilities while respecting site-specific strengths, constraints, and heritage.
• Other related tasks, as necessary to drive results and support the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in food manufacturing or regulated environments.
• 10+ years of experience leading multi-shift operations and managing leaders (managers/supervisors).
• Demonstrated experience owning site KPIs, budgets, labor planning, and operational performance improvement.
• Expert usage of ERP systems. NetSuite preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of food safety/regulatory environments (USDA/FDA), HACCP, GMPs, and audit readiness expectations.
• Proven ability to lead through change while maintaining operational stability and culture.
• Strong communication, planning, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Lean/Six Sigma knowledge/certification, preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Ability to regularly walk, stand, and move throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Ability to navigate stairs, catwalks, and uneven surfaces safely.
• Ability to visually and audibly observe operations and employee practices.
• Ability to wear required PPE (hair/beard nets, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection).
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions (heat, cold, noise, humidity).
• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing administrative work.
• Ability to travel locally as required.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes a base salary (to $185k,) plus bonus eligibility, paid time off, holiday pay, medical, dental, vision, and life insurances, FSA, EAP, and 401(k.)

Applicants should submit a resume to   for immediate consideration.

Director of Maintenance – Bakery Manufacturing

Role Summary

The Director of Maintenance is responsible for providing strategic and hands-on leadership for all maintenance, reliability, and automation operations within the bakery facility. This role ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production equipment, utilities, and automated systems supporting 24/7 manufacturing.

Success is demonstrated through measurable improvements in equipment reliability, repair efficiency, cost control, and safety. This role also develops and implements structured training programs to strengthen technician skills in troubleshooting, automation, controls, and reliability best practices. The Director of Maintenance leads preventive and predictive maintenance programs, manages breakdown response, oversees maintenance systems and inventory, and supports capital projects, construction, and equipment installations. This position requires strong technical expertise, disciplined leadership, and a proactive reliability mindset.

Key Priorities

· Drive equipment reliability and up time across all production and utility systems.

· Establish a world-class preventive and predictive maintenance culture.

· Lead maintenance teams with a strong focus on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

· Support long-term automation and plant growth strategies.

· Ensure compliance with food safety, electrical safety, and machine safety standards.

Primary Responsibilities

Maintenance & Reliability Leadership

· Plan, manage, and continuously improve the preventive maintenance program to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.

· Direct and coordinate all corrective maintenance activities across production and facility systems.

· Establish and lead structured root cause analysis (RCA) processes to eliminate repeat failures.

· Develop, track, and analyze maintenance KPIs related to downtime, MTTR, MTBF, and PM effectiveness.

Technical & Equipment Oversight

· Provide technical leadership for bakery production equipment.

· Ensure proper operation, maintenance, and reliability of compressed air, steam, water, and other critical utilities.

· Oversee maintenance and performance of robotic systems and automated production lines, including pick-and-place robots, automated packaging, and material handling systems.

· Develop and coordinate preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for the entire facility, reducing unplanned downtime and extending equipment life.

· Coordinate preventive and predictive maintenance programs for all equipment.

Projects & Capital Execution

· Plan and manage construction-related maintenance projects, facility upgrades, and equipment installations.

· Coordinate with engineering, contractors, and vendors to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.

· Support commissioning, start-up, and validation of new equipment and production lines.

People Leadership & Development

· Lead, mentor, and develop maintenance leadership and technician teams.

· Lead training and skill development initiatives for maintenance technicians across all production and facility equipment systems.

· Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous learning within the maintenance organization.

· Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering and Quality Teams.

Qualifications

Required

· Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and/or Mechanical Engineering.

· Minimum 10–15 years of maintenance experience in food manufacturing (preferred), pharmaceutical, or industrial manufacturing environments.

· Minimum 5–7 years in a maintenance leadership or management role.

· Strong technical knowledge of bakery or food manufacturing equipment and utilities.

· Proven track record of implementing and improving maintenance and reliability practices.

· Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to lead teams in fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environments.

· Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

· High work ethic, flexibility, and ability to multitask effectively.

BeaconFire is based in Central NJ, specializing in Software Development, Web Development, and Business Intelligence; we are looking for candidates with a strong background in Software Engineering or Computer Science for a Java/Software Developer position.

Responsibilities:

• ● Develop software and web applications using Java 8/J2EE/Java EE (and higher), React.js,Angular2+, SQL, Spring, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript and TypeScript among other tools;
• ● Write scalable, secure, maintainable code that powers our clients' platforms;
• ● Create, deploy, and maintain automated system tests;
• ● Work with Testers to understand defects opened and resolves them in a timely manner;
• ● Support continuous improvement by investigating alternatives and technologies and
• presenting these for architectural review;
• ● Collaborate effectively with other team members to accomplish shared user story
• and sprint goals;
• Basic Qualifications:
• ● Experience in programming language JavaScript or similar (e.g. Java, Python, C, C++, C#, etc.) an understanding of the software development life cycle;
• ● Basic programming skills using object-oriented programming (OOP) languages with in-depth knowledge of common APIs and data structures like Collections, Maps, lists, Sets etc.
• ● Knowledge of relational databases (e.g. SQL Server, Oracle) basic SQL query language skills
• Preferred Qualifications:
• ● Master's Degree in Computer Science (CS)
• ● 0-1 year of practical experience in Java coding
• ● Experience using Spring, Maven and Angular frameworks, HTML, CSS
• ● Knowledge with other contemporary Java technologies (e.g. Weblogic, RabbitMQ,
• Tomcat, etc.) · Knowledge of JSP, J2EE, and JDBC
• ·
• Compensation: $65,000.00 to $80,000.00 /year
• BeaconFire is an e-verified company. Work visa sponsorship is available.