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Aspirus Health in WAUSAU, WI is seeking a DIRECTOR- SYSTEM FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND SECURITY to join our MAINTENANCE team!

The System Director of Facilities Management and Security is directly accountable for the staff, management, fiscal responsibility, and operational oversight of multiple departments across the system. This position works collaboratively with Aspirus leadership and executive leadership to ensure the successful creation and oversight of the goals and objectives assigned to the system departments and programs. Has accountability to ensure that all key constituency groups are aligned and achieving strategic business plan implementation.

In addition, this role will have direct responsibility for administrative management, budget and financial management, capital planning oversight and accountability for all operational programs of the hospitals and outlying buildings including, but not limited to, Plant Operations, Grounds and Landscaping, Security, Safety and Emergency Management programs, and Joint Commission standards. Serves as the liaison for Clinical Engineering and Environmental Services.

Experience/Qualifications

• Knowledge of management practices, and hospital maintenance standards and practices normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management/Administration or Engineering or through work experience of equal equivalence.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of ten years’ progressively responsible experience in facilities management, security, safety, emergency management or related field. Minimum of five years of leadership experience required.
• Experience leading multisite and/or system level programs in healthcare or related field.
• Healthcare experience required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and facilitation skills are essential.
• Professional certification in healthcare facilities engineering preferred.

Employee Benefits

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
• Time away from work accrual.
• Retirement plans available.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.

Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.

Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others. As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.

Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit .

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Description

Develop and support safety and continuous improvement activities by overseeing the tooling/fixture procurement process from design through build, including the supervision of tool makers & a broach bar technician. This includes machine shop fixtures and misc. work holding. The primary purpose of this position is to design innovative fixtures, assign work & direct the tool makers and manage/approve designs/procurement of our broach bar inventory. This position is critical in achieving operational excellence throughout the facility.

Requirements

· Design, implement, and trouble shoot work holding, gauges & equipment components used in production machines.

· Out-source work to vendors and follow-up with build schedules. Evaluate build time & skill level required to build items and determine cost & lead time. Follow-up to ensure build is on time.

· Issue purchase orders for materials and tool room supplies and ensure correct items are ordered and arrive on time.

· Supervise all shifts of the tool room & broach bar technician. Assign work, direct activities and ensure 90% on time completion. Mentor, train and motivate employees to continually develop their skills.

· Manage broach bar processes from design review/approvals, broach bar inventory management (quoting, ordering, and procurement), trouble shooting, and problem-solving broaching issues on the floor.

· Tool Room leadership, process, tooling, & fixture problem solving. Toolmaker training in best practices and promoting continuous improvement in Safety, Quality, Productivity, On-time delivery, & Employee Development.

· Identify areas for improvement and implement Lean Manufacturing principles to continually improve processes, equipment & practices.

- Establish & maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Competencies:

· Excellent communications skills to be able to interface with a multitude of various personalities & attitudes and still maintain a professional demeanor.

· 3D Solids modeling design experience, preferably PTC Creo.

· Can develop innovative tooling designs that are ergonomically sound and are easily machinable with proper GD&T and material call outs.

· Understands tool steels, nylons and various non-ferrous materials to help improve fixture durability while maintaining a lower cost.

· Capable of troubleshooting broach tooling issues or interested in learning about the use of these tools.

· Provide recommendations in broach bar design on new and existing broaching tools.

· Microsoft Word, Excel & Power Point knowledge & use.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Two-year associate’s degree in Tool and Die Design

· 5 to 7 years related to tooling design or tool room machinist experience.

· Supervisory skills and competencies

· PTC Creo modeling software experience

· Microsoft Windows Operating System

· AutoCAD (current version)

· Geometric Tolerances

· 5 to 7 years manufacturing processing experience

· 2 years Lean Manufacturing experience

· 3 to 5 years fixture troubleshooting experience

· 2+ years of broach bar design and usage experience preferred

Job Title: Tractor Test Driver & Quality Inspector

Location: Racine, Wisconsin (WI)

Position Summary

The Tractor Test Driver & Quality Inspector is responsible for conducting structured test drives of new or serviced tractors to evaluate operational performance, safety, and overall product quality. This role identifies, documents, and communicates mechanical, functional, and quality-related issues observed during dynamic testing. The position collaborates closely with Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Service teams to support root cause analysis and continuous product improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform standardized and ad-hoc test drives of tractors on various terrains including paved surfaces, gravel tracks, fields, and slopes under varying load conditions and speeds.
• Evaluate and validate performance of critical systems including engine, transmission, PTO, hydraulics, steering, braking systems, 3-point hitch, auxiliary circuits, and implements.
• Identify and document issues related to NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness), drivetrain irregularities, hydraulic lag or oscillation, steering drift, brake fade, electrical faults, sensor anomalies, and operator interface (HMI) defects.
• Conduct visual and functional inspections for leaks, loose components, misalignment, abnormal wear, sharp edges, fit and finish defects, and paint or coating issues.
• Use OEM diagnostic tools or data acquisition systems to verify CAN bus communication, read diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), and capture operational data logs.
• Communicate findings and provide detailed reports to cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality departments.
• Support root cause investigations and recommend corrective actions based on test results.
• Perform pre-operation safety inspections including checks of tires, fluid levels, lights, horn, ROPS, and seat belts.
• Recommend improvements to product design, assembly processes, and testing procedures based on operational observations.
• Follow all safety protocols and testing procedures during equipment operation and evaluation.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or technical certification in Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, Agricultural Equipment Technology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating tractors or heavy/mobile equipment in agricultural, construction, industrial, testing, or service environments.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to operate tractors with manual and hydrostatic transmissions.
• Basic understanding of hydraulics, powertrain systems, and electrical systems.
• Experience with CAN diagnostics and reading diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret basic technical drawings, service manuals, and testing procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently climb on and off heavy equipment.
• Capability to lift up to 50 lbs when required.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while operating equipment during testing.

Work Environment

• Work will be performed both outdoors and in designated testing areas.
• Exposure to noise, vibration, dust, and varying weather conditions.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots, and high-visibility clothing is required.

Preferred Certifications

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Safety Certification.
• Forklift or mobile equipment operation certification (site-specific).
• First Aid and CPR certification.
• CDL not required; however, agricultural or heavy equipment operation training is considered a plus.

*This role is On-site to local candidates*

Position Summary

The Materials Manager is responsible for planning, purchasing, inventory control, and material flow to support production in a heavy metal fabrication, generator enclosures and related components space. This role ensures the timely availability of raw materials, fabricated components and purchased parts while maintaining optimal inventory levels, controlling costs, formulating production schedules and supporting on-time delivery to customers.

The Materials Manager works closely with production, engineering, quality and suppliers to ensure materials meet specifications and are available to support fabrication, welding, machining, finishing and assembly operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Material Planning & Production Support

• Develop and manage material requirements to support production schedules for generator enclosures and heavy fabricated assemblies.
• Coordinate with production planning and scheduling to ensure material availability aligns with manufacturing demand.
• Monitor material shortages and implement corrective actions to prevent production delays.
• Manage systems to maintain accurate demand forecasts and inventory levels.

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Oversee purchasing of raw materials including steel sheet, plate, structural components, hardware, electrical components and outsourced fabrication services.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, reliable delivery and consistent quality.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery schedules with key suppliers.

Scheduling & Material Flow

• Oversee warehouse operations including receiving, material handling, storage and internal distribution to production.
• Ensure efficient movement of materials through fabrication, welding, finishing and assembly processes.
• Implement best practices for material staging and kitting to support manufacturing efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety and material handling standards.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams on material specifications and supplier qualification.
• Support new product introductions and engineering changes affecting material requirements.
• Work with finance to manage inventory valuation and cost control initiatives.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement improvements in material flow, supplier performance, and inventory management.
• Support lean manufacturing initiatives and waste reduction efforts.
• Track and report key performance metrics such as inventory turns, supplier on-time delivery, and material availability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business or related experience.
• 5+ years of experience in materials management, purchasing, or supply chain leadership in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in metal fabrication, heavy manufacturing, or industrial equipment manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems, inventory control, and production planning.
• Experience sourcing raw metals, fabricated components, and industrial parts.
• Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Experience supporting fabrication processes such as laser cutting, forming, welding, machining, paint and assembly.

• Pay Range: $27.00 to $35.00 (DOE) Plus Shift Premium
• Shift: Sunday to Thursday, 10:00PM-6:30AM start time
• $4000 Sign On Bonus (half paid at 90 days and half paid at 180 days)
• Generous benefits that start on your 60th day: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one and paid holidays after 90 days.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, parental leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on trailers and their refrigeration systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on Class 8 tractors
• Perform simple and complex mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Must be able to perform the following repairs without supervision:
  • Diagnose, remove, repair, replace or rebuild:
    • clutches
    • water pumps
    • tires
    • tractor suspension
    • minor body repairs
    • rear differentials
    • drive lines
    • transmissions
    • wheel seals
    • brake systems
• Diagnose and tune up or make repairs on diesel engines.
• Perform axle alignments on trailers.
• Troubleshoot cooling systems.
• Conduct diagnostic tests.
• Cut or weld using cutting torch and welding machine.
• Read, understand and use service bulletins and technical manuals.
• Maintain shop tools.
• Complete all paper work and computer input.
• Comply effectively with company work and safety rules.
• Effectively communicate both written and orally with supervisor and peers.
• Follow directions.
• Work independently and in a team environment.
• Be trained and certified to operate any required equipment within 30 days after hire.
• Comply with company attendance policy.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule to meet the changing needs of the job. Must be available for shop on-call rotation, and able to do road calls using a company vehicle.

• Have High School Diploma or GED. Trade school graduate in heavy duty diesel repairs, and/or refrigeration
  classes is preferred. Beginning level is preferred.
• Have 1-2 years job experience on diesel repairs, tractor- trailer, refrigeration maintenance and repairs.
• One year documented experience in fleet maintenance or one-year employment with company at upper scale of Class C Technician.
• Possess basic hand tools (up to ½" drive) and tool storage.
• Possess or acquire within 1 year from date of hire a current ASE certification in Medium/Heavy Truck Preventative Maintenance Inspection (PMI) (Test T8).
• Possess a Valid Class C Driver's License. A Class A license is preferred but not required.
• Stand, walk, bend, stoop, push, pull, grasp and reach above the head for extended periods of time.
• Preferred certifications:
  • Certification in Transportation Refrigeration.
  • Brake Systems and components.
  • Tractor A/C Refrigeration and Freon Recovery (609 license required).
  • Trailer Refrigeration 608 license required if working on trailer units.
  • Heavy Duty electrical diagnostics and repairs.
  • Prefer ASE Certification in heavy duty mechanics and Cummins or Detroit certification.
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

• Teamwork oriented
• Organized
• Problem solver
• Detailed

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you'll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that's always looking ahead.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Design and build AI-powered applications using Large Language Models (LLMs) for enterprise use cases.
• Develop Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions using structured and unstructured enterprise data such as documents, manuals, tickets, ERP data, and knowledge bases.
• Build and orchestrate AI agents that can reason, plan, and interact with tools, APIs, and workflows.
• Implement guardrails for AI systems including prompt safety, data protection, hallucination mitigation, access control, and output validation.
• Work with multimodal AI models including text, image, and video use cases such as video analysis, summarization, and optimization.
• Integrate AI solutions with existing enterprise systems such as Salesforce, ERP platforms, data lakes, APIs, and internal applications.
• Partner with security and compliance teams to ensure responsible AI usage, data privacy, and governance.
• Prototype quickly, then harden solutions for production with monitoring, logging, evaluation, and performance optimization.
• Mentor and upskill existing developers on AI concepts, patterns, and best practices.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ year of full stack development experience.
• Strong software engineering background with experience building production-grade applications.
• Hands-on experience with modern LLM platforms such as OpenAI, Azure OpenAI, Anthropic, or similar.
• Practical experience building RAG pipelines using vector databases and embedding models.
• Experience with prompt engineering, prompt versioning, and evaluation techniques.
• Solid Python experience for AI development.
• Experience integrating AI services with REST APIs, microservices, and cloud-native architectures.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, including deployment, scaling, and security concepts.
• Understanding of data formats such as JSON, XML, and document-based data.
• Ability to translate business problems into AI-driven technical solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with vector databases such as Pinecone, FAISS, Weaviate, or similar.
• Familiarity with frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, Semantic Kernel, or equivalent orchestration tools.
• Experience implementing AI safety controls, policy enforcement, and evaluation frameworks.
• Exposure to video or image models and multimodal AI use cases.
• Experience working in enterprise environments with security, compliance, and change management considerations.
• Prior experience mentoring or leading developers in new technical domains.

What We Offer

At Rite-Hite, we take care of our people - because when you're supported, you can do your best work. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your future and your life outside of work:

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.

• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.

• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Join us and build a career where you're supported - at work and beyond.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans.We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you'll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that's always looking ahead.

Rite-Hite is a global leader in industrial safety and efficiency solutions. As part of our digital transformation journey, we are seeking a Systems Architect, Camera and Vision Technologies to help build and scale intelligent systems that leverage visual sensing to deliver real-time awareness, automation support, and customer value in industrial environments.

The Systems Architect, Camera and Vision Technologies is responsible for defining and guiding the architecture for camera hardware, vision pipelines, and vision-enabled capabilities deployed on devices and edge platforms. This role ensures that camera and vision solutions are scalable, reliable, secure, and aligned with enterprise product and platform objectives.

The architect partners closely with product management, device and edge software teams, AI/ML teams, hardware engineering, and digital solution leaders to translate business and customer requirements into robust camera and vision foundations that enable consistent behavior, efficient lifecycle management, and high-quality user experiences.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Define and maintain reference architectures, design patterns, and standards for camera hardware, vision pipelines, and edge-based vision processing.
• Establish common approaches for camera integration, image acquisition, preprocessing, inference pipelines, and data management.
• Ensure architectural decisions support real-time operation, scalability, reliability, safety, and security.

• Drive the strategic use of camera and vision technologies to enable safety, productivity, automation, and maintenance use cases.
• Own a portion of the internal technology radar related to cameras, vision sensors, and visual analytics.
• Foster responsible, ethical, and transparent use of vision technologies aligned with privacy, cybersecurity, and safety requirements.

• Partner with product management and engineering teams to enable vision-based capabilities such as event detection, situational awareness, condition monitoring, and automation support.
• Guide architectural decisions related to camera selection, optics, illumination, environmental constraints, and edge compute limitations.
• Promote reuse and consistency of camera and vision components across products and platforms.

• Define patterns for integration between camera and vision technologies, edge AI/ML solutions, device software, hybrid mobile applications, and enterprise or cloud-based platforms.
• Ensure solutions support online, offline, and hybrid deployment models common in industrial environments.
• Promote interoperability with internal systems and approved third-party technologies.

• Define secure-by-design and safety-aligned principles for camera and vision deployment, including data protection and access controls.
• Ensure alignment with applicable safety, quality, and industrial cybersecurity standards.
• Participate in architecture and design reviews to assess risk, resilience, and compliance.

• Collaborate across product management, device and edge software, AI/ML, hardware engineering, manufacturing, service, and mobile application teams.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance related to camera and vision technologies.
• Serve as the technical voice for vision-based capabilities in strategic customer conversations and enterprise implementations when appropriate.

• This role does not have direct reports but is expected to provide technical leadership and architectural guidance across multiple teams.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Vision, or a related technical field required; Master's degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience delivering camera- or vision-enabled systems, with experience deploying solutions in industrial or edge environments.
• Experience with connected, automated, or safety-critical systems preferred.

• Strong understanding of camera systems, optics, image processing, and computer vision architectures.
• Experience designing vision pipelines that balance performance, latency, accuracy, and environmental constraints.
• Ability to think systemically across cameras, sensors, edge platforms, AI/ML, mobile applications, and cloud services.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Familiarity with industrial automation, safety systems, or vision-based sensing is a plus.

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Visionary technical leader who can inspire cross-functional teams and align stakeholders to a shared product vision.
• Exceptional communicator across technical and non-technical audiences.
• Committed to data-driven decision-making and delivery excellence.

Why Join Rite-Hite Digital Solutions?

As a technology leader within a globally trusted industrial brand, you will play a pivotal role in shaping how camera and vision technologies are applied to improve safety, productivity, and automation in real-world industrial environments. Your work will directly influence how visual sensing becomes a scalable, reliable foundation for next-generation connected solutions.

What We Offer

At Rite-Hite, we take care of our people - because when you're supported, you can do your best work. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your future and your life outside of work:

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.

• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.

• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Join us and build a career where you're supported - at work and beyond.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans.We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.

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• Set the technical strategy for data engineering solutions and data architecture which includes end to end data pipeline strategy, consumption management, project scoping, and data automation.
  
• Design, develop, and optimize data engineering solutions using Snowflake, DBT, Azure Data Factory, and Alteryx.
  
• Continuously assess and optimize the data engineering technology stack to ensure scalability, performance, and alignment with industry best practices.
  
• Implement best practices for data modeling, ETL/ELT processes, and automation.
  
• Own and maintain the Snowflake data warehouse roadmap and engineering standards.
  
• Lead data project scoping, prioritization, and resource allocation to ensure timely delivery of data engineering solutions.
  
• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance across all engineering solutions.
  
• Collaborate with IT and rest of data teams to align solutions with enterprise
  
• Establish documentation and governance standards for data engineering workflows ensuring completeness, audit readiness, and traceability in alignment with enterprise architecture.
  
• Directly supervise the Data Architecture & Data Engineering team in accordance with Nicolet's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; coaching, mentoring and development planning; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
  

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• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Data Analytics or related field.
  
• 7+ years in data engineering or related data roles required.
  
• 3+ years in leadership or management positions required.
  
• Strong technical expertise in Snowflake, DBT, Azure Data Factory and SQL or like systems.
  
• Familiarity with Alteryx, UiPath, Tableau, Power BI and Salesforce is preferred.
  
• Ability to design and implement scalable data solutions.
  
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  
• Ability to balance hands-on development with team development.
  
• Must be able to work fully in-office. This position does not allow for remote work.
  

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• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
  
• 401(k) with a company match
  
• PT0 & 11 1/2 Paid Holidays
  

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you'll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that's always looking ahead.

The Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) Program/Project Manager for New Product Development (NPD) provides strategic leadership and hands-on orchestration of complex, cross-functional, system-level engineering programs that span hardware, controls, software and manufacturing domains from concept through commercialization. This leader builds and manages integrated program plans across all functions to deliver innovative solutions that meet the highest safety, quality, cost, customer value and overall business impact. The Program/Project Manager fosters collaboration, innovation and learning across functions and drives execution through schedule integrity (capacity planning, critical path), proactively identifies and mitigates risks, ensures manufacturing and supplier readiness, and facilitates governance using Rite-Hite's New Product Development process and the appropriate Waterfall/Agile/Hybrid methods. Additionally, the Program/Project Manager will help evolve and shape Rite-Hite's NPD process to scale appropriately for the various types of NPD projects and business needs while driving consistent adoption through the NPD stakeholder community. The Program/Project Manager integrates systems thinking, data-driven decision-making, and an iterative approach to accelerate value delivery and build a culture of transparency and continuous improvement.

KEY OUTCOMES

• On-time to launch: 90% of NPD stage gate milestones met; 85% of programs launch on or before target dates.
• Quality at launch and customer value: First-pass build yield and early field performance meet or exceed targets; post-launch defect rate/warranty within target thresholds while delivering tangible customer and market value.
• Business case realization: Internal program cost + orders, sales and margin aligned with business case; variance drivers identified with corrective actions.
• Readiness: Manufacturing, supplier, service and go-to-market readiness complete per integrated system-level program plan; no critical "late surprises."

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

Strategic Leadership:

Partner with the business unit leadership team to execute prioritized complex, multi-disciplinary New Product Development programs to deliver target safety, quality, cost, customer value and overall business impact.

• Ensure alignment on requirements (VOC), product/feature scope and acceptance criteria.
• Apply systems engineering management principles to ensure integration across mechanical, controls, electrical, and software disciplines.
• Facilitate business and technical trade-offs to protect customer value; escalate issues with data, options and recommendations.
• Act as a connector between strategy and execution, aligning engineering, product, and business roadmaps.
• Provide thought leadership on program management best practices and emerging trends and supporting technologies in the field.
• Support business unit annual capacity planning to help determine next fiscal year roadmaps and strategic plans.
  

Program and Project Management:

Aligned with the business unit strategy and roadmap, build and maintain integrated program plans across Product Management, Engineering, Marketing, Quality, Distribution, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Applications, Service, IT, HR, Legal/IP and Finance.

• Own the integrated program plan with explicit dependencies, resource loading and a continuously maintained critical path.
• Establish and manage scope/schedule/cost baselines with formal change control.
• Maintain a living schedule risk analysis with scenario planning; create what-if plans and recovery paths.
  

Governance and Standardization:

Adhere to enterprise-wide project management methodologies, frameworks and processes. Ensure consistent application of governance policies, risk management, and quality assurance across all projects and programs.

• Operate within Rite-Hite's New Product Development process; scale the process as appropriate for the scope of each program; prepare and run program reviews (core team, stakeholder updates, stage gates with clear entry/exit criteria), documented decisions and follow-ups.
• Champion and continuously improve Rite-Hite's New Product Development stage gate process across all functions with ongoing training, standard tools/templates, and best practice sharing.
• Blend Waterfall/Agile/Hybrid appropriately across hardware and embedded/software components; ensure traceability from requirements to test/validation.
• Identify and eliminate systemic bottlenecks that limit innovation or cross-functional efficiency.
  

Resource Management:

Lead resource planning and allocation across projects and programs to ensure optimal utilization. Identify and resolve labor, asset, plant, vendor, etc. conflicts and ensure adequate staffing for high-priority projects. Proactively surface cross-program dependencies and resolve conflicts.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting:

Link to established business unit KPIs (e.g., on-time stage gates) and establish program-specific leading indicator KPIs (e.g., critical path health) to monitor program health. Track program budgets, capital/tooling and unit economics; partner with product management and finance on business case gating and post-launch performance. Use data-driven insights to inform decisions and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Leads without direct authority; fosters a culture of accountability, transparency and continuous improvement.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field from an accredited 4-year university.
• 5-10 years' experience leading complex new product development and system-level programs for industrial/electro-mechanical products or integrated controls-software offerings from concept through launch, with expertise in critical path, dependency mapping and integrated cross-functional planning.
• 3-5 years' experience in a senior role within an EPMO or similar role with oversight of strategic direction or project management across an organization.
• Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional hardware, software and service programs with manufacturing and supply chain integration in a matrix-based organization.
• Experience operating within a stage-gate or milestone NPD process; familiarity with DFM, FMEA, V&V, pilot builds and commercialization.
• Proven track record delivering on schedule and business case with rigorous risk management and change control.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation and stakeholder alignment skills.
• Strong experience in managing relationships, facilitating discussions and resolving conflicts with senior leadership, business leaders and other key stakeholders, with the ability to influence decision-making and drive alignment across an organization.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience in manufacturing and sales/industrial equipment industries.
• Experience with loading dock equipment, industrial doors, safety barriers, industrial fans and other material-handling/in-plant safety equipment.
• Experience with Jama, Jira and Confluence management tools.

What We Offer

At Rite-Hite, we take care of our people - because when you're supported, you can do your best work. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your future and your life outside of work:

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.

• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.

• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Join us and build a career where you're supported - at work and beyond.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans.We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you'll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that's always looking ahead.

Are you a mechanical engineer who enjoys solving real-world problems, working hands-on with products, and contributing to designs that improve safety and performance? Join Rite-Hite's engineering team and help evolve our industry-leading vehicle restraint systems - including our flagship Dok-Lok product line.

This role offers a mix of product design, problem solving, and project-based work, with opportunities to contribute across product improvements, cost initiatives, and new development efforts as our roadmap evolves.

• Design and develop mechanical and structural components for vehicle restraint systems and related products

• Create and modify 3D models, assemblies, and drawings using SolidWorks (or similar CAD tools)

• Support product changes, enhancements, and new development projects across the product lifecycle

• Collaborate with product management, manufacturing, supply chain, and testing teams to bring designs from concept through release

• Select materials and components with consideration for performance, cost, and manufacturability

• Participate in prototype builds, testing, and validation activities to ensure designs meet real-world requirements

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including cost reduction (VAVE) and design optimization

• Own small engineering projects or workstreams, helping drive progress from problem definition to solution

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

• 2-3 years of post-graduation engineering experience in product design, development, or project-based engineering work

• Hands-on experience designing metal components and fabricated parts (e.g., machined parts, structural components, weldments, brackets)

• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred; Creo or similar acceptable)

• Experience working on cross-functional engineering projects - beyond routine ECN-only work

• Strong problem-solving skills and a practical, detail-oriented engineering mindset

• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across disciplines

• Experience with moving or mechanical systems (e.g., mechanisms, linkages, actuators, rotating components)

• Exposure to new product development (NPD), VAVE, or stage-based project workflows

• Experience with testing, validation, test plans, or tools such as DFMEA/FMEA

• Familiarity with electromechanical systems or working alongside electrical engineers

• Work hands-on with physical products in an R&D and test lab environment

• Contribute to a mature but evolving product line with a clear roadmap and room for innovation

• Be part of a flexible, collaborative engineering team where responsibilities may vary year to year

• Gain exposure to a range of engineering work - from product improvements to early concept support - depending on business needs

What We Offer

At Rite-Hite, we take care of our people - because when you're supported, you can do your best work. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your future and your life outside of work:

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.

• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.

• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Join us and build a career where you're supported - at work and beyond.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans.We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.