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HMS Networks makes the World more connected, productive and sustainable. HMS industrial communication products enable millions of machines such as robots, drives and air-conditioners to get connected to software and systems – A necessity to meet the future demands for energy efficiency and sustainability.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, this role is required to perform preventative maintenance, continuous improvement initiatives, programming and repair duties for the company owned equipment such as SMT equipment, THM/PTH equipment, test fixtures, solder fixtures, fume extracts, and other equipment in our PCBA manufacturing departments. The role will also maintain, repair, program and assist in the installation of new equipment. It will also be the responsibility of this role to keep the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.

Essential Job Functions

• Identify and resolve PCBA manufacturing issues to ensure production efficiency and quality.
• Maintain and repair equipment, tools, and machinery as needed.
• Document and maintain weekly, monthly, and annual preventative maintenance requirements.
• Works independently but supports other team members as needed or required to complete tasks.
• Knowledge of fabricating parts from aluminum, steel, brass, and other metals or from plastic with ability to solder wires and components.

Minimum Requirements

• 1-3 years’ experience with SMT or THM/PTH equipment maintenance, repair and programming.
• Experience working independently with little direction.
• Must have basic communication skills to comprehend manuals, instructions, and correspondence.
• Basic knowledge of multiplication, division, algebra, measurement, and distance.
• Required to keep equipment and supplies organized in addition to communicating cross functionally to ensure proper supplies are stocked at all times.

Working Conditions

• Regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, talk, and hear.
• Use of hands to touch, feel, or handle and reach with hands and arms.
• Regularly required to lift and or move up to 50 pounds and on occasion up to 100 pounds.
• Visual acuity required for close work, color differentiation, depth perception, and to adjust focus.

HMS Networks provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HMS Networks complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

We are a U.S.-based, privately held, mid-sized company operating in the aftermarket industrial sector. With a global footprint, we provide engineering services and repair solutions for high efficiency pumping equipment across key industries including oil and gas, steel, nuclear, and pulp and paper. With our corporate headquarters in Chicago, IL, our company prides itself on technical expertise, customer service, and strategic growth across international markets.

We are offering a home-based remotely based sales opportunity for an Account Manager position.

This person will be responsible for the identification, development and implementation of sales strategies and customer solutions in a defined territory and specific customer base in the Refinery, Power Plants, and Oil and Gas markets located in and along the territory within:

Territory – Western Pennsylvania, Western New York and West Virginia.

Sales responsibilities will be for aftermarket pump repairs plus parts, reliability services, sensors and field service within your assigned region. You will be conducting business development activities, cultivating customer relationships, identifying opportunities for growth, closing new business and ensuring business objectives/strategies are met within a company with a supportive culture, including our technical and sales resources to help you be successful in your role. You will have many resources available to you including a 5,000 HSP test lab, strong engineering support, high quality marketing tools, including media, brochures, case studies and training resources. You will also have access to experienced shop personnel who believe in providing our customers with a high-quality value solution.

Essential Job Accountabilities:

• Maintain current relationships with key accounts and prospect new customers continuously.
• Execute sales calls and identify new opportunities with both existing customers and new accounts in assigned geographical area.
• Grow sales within geographic territory in alignment with assigned revenue and new account development targets.
• Report sales activities in Salesforce CRM Software.
• Provides continuous improvement in sales coverage and effectiveness developing key areas and markets to include market share information and action plans.
• Provide technical support to customers and interfaces with engineering to assure best hydraulic fit and optimal equipment efficiency.
• Develop sales forecasts for the region.
• Define and assist management in developing solution-based proposals that will demonstrate product value to new and existing customers while optimizing revenue and profit of sale.
• Participate in weekly production /sales meeting to inform management of current and future activity.
• Work collaboratively with operations to identify and maximize margins and business profitability.
• Attend trade shows and industry events that impact business and build customer rapport.
• Effectively promote all of Hydro's value-added products and services, utilizing a "Total Solutions" sales strategy.
• Continuously build the Hydro brand, both in person and in social media presence.
• Manage travel and entertainment expenses in accordance with budgets and corporate policies.
• Travel up to 75% for in-person meetings at customer facilities within assigned geographic territory.

Job Requirements:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Minimum education requirements include technical degree (mechanical engineering preferred) or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• 5 years prior experience as a Sales Engineer, Field Service Engineer or mechanical engineer or similar.
• Experience and knowledge of aftermarket service and solutions related to rotating equipment primarily with pumps.
• Superior technical skills with an in-depth knowledge of various types of pumps and pumping systems and a demonstrated knowledge of historical pump information along with a solid understanding of theoretical pump technologies.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of profitability in a service business environment
• Possess the ability to define problems, collect data and establish facts and valid conclusions.
• Have outstanding Customer Service skills and abilities in conjunction with a positive attitude and demeanor in sales settings and at site facilities.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft suite applications, with above average Excel and CRM experience.
• Must possess a high attention to detail, have exceptional time management skills.
• Have strong analytical and problem solving skills with an understanding of the root cause failure analysis process.
• Ability to facilitate solutions in a fast paced, complex technology, and business environment.
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated while also being able to work effectively in a team environment.

Work Environment:

• Work is generally performed in a office environment and there will be instances that require activities in an industrial setting.
• Individual is required to comply with safety standards and regulations and use proper PPE.

We offer a full benefits package with a matching 401k and an entrepreneurial opportunity in a privately held organization.

Description:

The Director of Operations will oversee all production and facility operations at ALIGN Precision Philadelphia, ensuring seamless execution across precision machining, assembly, and cleanroom environments. This role will serve as the operational hub, coordinating with the Director of Planning & Delivery and Director of Quality to deliver on customer commitments while driving efficiency, safety, and culture. Reporting directly to the Site General Manager, the Director of Operations will translate strategic goals into daily execution and long-term capability building.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Production & Facilities

• Provide leadership to a staff of Production Supervisors and CNC Programmers.
• Lead machining, CNC programming, assembly, and cleanroom operations.
• In cooperation with the Director of Maintenance, oversee facilities management, equipment utilization, and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost targets are consistently achieved.
• Develop the operations and capital equipment budget.
• Champion 5S workplace organization.

Scheduling & Capacity Planning

• Develop daily plans and execute production schedules against the master schedule.
• Cooperate with Planning and Delivery through the SIOP process providing inputs into capacity planning and modeling, aligning with the supply chain and customer demand.
• Partner with Planning and Delivery to balance inventory strategies with operational readiness.
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering to embed process controls and ensure compliance.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives across production areas working closely with Engineering.
• Implement systems for performance metrics, accountability, and operational transparency.
• Champion waste reduction, cycle time improvement, and productivity gains.

Culture & Leadership

• Build a culture of engagement, accountability, and innovation.
• Mentor supervisors and team leads, fostering psychological safety and high performance.
• Facilitate employee engagements and cross-functional collaboration to surface systemic themes.

Cross-Functional Alignment

• Act as the connective agent between Planning and Delivery, Quality, Engineering, Program Management and Business Development.
• Support business development by ensuring operational readiness of our expanded cleanroom and CNC automation for new verticals.
• Collaborate with leadership to embed strategic operating systems across the enterprise.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of leadership experience in precision machining, semi-conductor, aerospace, medical devices, or advanced manufacturing.
• Proven success in production leadership, scheduling, and facilities management.
• Strong background in Lean, Six Sigma, and operational excellence.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on execution.

Other Skills Required:

• Communications - Exhibits good listening and comprehension.

• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition. Aligns work with strategic goals.

Language Skills:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have an understanding of Microsoft Office Software- especially knowledge of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.

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 the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee will be in the office and shop and required to sit, stand and walk.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

ALIGN Precision is an Equal Opportunity Employee and wholeheartedly supports diversity in the workplace as a basic premise for business success. All employees of ALIGN Precision are employed on an at-will basis.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Summary:

The Head of Production (Sterile Injectables) is responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership for all aspects of sterile manufacturing operations. This role ensures compliance with cGMP regulations, drives operational excellence, and leads high-performing teams to achieve manufacturing objectives in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities:

• Direct and oversee all sterile manufacturing operations, including component preparation, formulation, compounding, aseptic filling, visual inspection, and packaging.
• Develop and implement production strategies to achieve manufacturing goals, supply commitments, and performance targets.
• Ensure all manufacturing activities adhere to cGMP regulations, internal quality systems, and regulatory requirements for sterile drug products.
• Maintain a continuous state of audit readiness and support regulatory inspections, internal audits, and customer audits.
• Lead and manage investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and change control processes impacting production operations.
• Establish, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, quality, delivery, and productivity to drive accountability and improvement.
• Champion operational excellence initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency, reduce waste, and improve process reliability.
• Build, develop, and lead high-performing production teams, fostering a culture of compliance, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 8–15 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing operations within a regulated cGMP environment.
• 5–12 years of leadership experience in sterile or aseptic pharmaceutical manufacturing settings.
• Proven experience overseeing operations such as formulation, compounding, aseptic filling, visual inspection, and/or packaging of pharmaceuticals.
• Strong knowledge of FDA cGMP regulations and regulatory expectations for sterile drug product manufacturing.
• Experience supporting regulatory inspections and maintaining audit-ready operations.
• Demonstrated ability to lead investigations, manage deviations, CAPAs, and change control activities.
• Proven leadership skills with experience developing and managing production teams in regulated environments.

We have two positions

Position 1

LinkedIn Pitch – QC Lead Investigator / Event Owner (Lab Equipment) | Philadelphia, PA

Join the Quality Control organization at Spark in Philadelphia as a QC Lead Investigator focused on laboratory equipment investigations and quality events. This contract role is ideal for someone experienced in QC/QA within regulated environments who enjoys digging into root cause, driving CAPAs, and improving lab systems.

You’ll lead equipment‑related investigations, manage deviations and change controls, support regulatory inspections, and serve as a system administrator for key QC lab platforms (Empower, Qx Manager, LabX, SoftMax, qPCR, etc.). Strong documentation, cross‑functional collaboration, and technical writing skills are essential.

Candidates should bring a Bachelor’s in a scientific or engineering field, hands‑on experience in GMP/regulated operations, and familiarity with root‑cause tools (5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA). Experience with Veeva Vault QMS is a plus. This role is on‑site ~80% with standard business hours and some flexibility.

If you’re analytical, detail‑driven, and ready to support high‑visibility QC operations in a fast‑paced biotech environment, this is a strong opportunity to make an impact.

Position 2

LinkedIn Pitch – QC Lead Investigator / Event Owner | Philadelphia, PA (Onsite)

Spark’s Quality Control organization in Philadelphia is looking for a QC Lead Investigator/Event Owner to drive laboratory equipment investigations and quality events in a fast‑paced, highly regulated biotech environment. This contract role is ideal for someone who thrives on root‑cause analysis, CAPA execution, and cross‑functional problem‑solving.

In this position, you’ll lead equipment‑related investigations, manage deviations and change controls, support regulatory inspections, and partner closely with QC, QA, Lab Systems, and IT teams. You’ll also perform system admin tasks for key QC lab platforms and ensure documentation meets cGMP and global quality standards.

Candidates should bring a Bachelor’s in a scientific or engineering field, hands‑on QC/QA experience in regulated manufacturing, and familiarity with tools like Empower, Qx Manager, LabX, SoftMax, or qPCR systems. Strong technical writing, analytical thinking, and root‑cause methodologies (5 Whys, Fishbone, FMEA) are essential. Experience with Veeva Vault QMS is a plus.

This is an onsite role (~80%) with standard business hours and some flexibility. If you’re detail‑driven, collaborative, and ready to support high‑visibility investigations that directly impact product quality and compliance, this is a strong opportunity to step into a key role within QC.