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JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible to lead one or more construction projects and for the management of the overall planning, scheduling, code compliance, cost tracking, safety, and completion of these projects. The Superintendent is responsible for directing and mentoring subcontractors and other on-site field staff. The position requires business management acumen and must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational and time management skills, as well as have strong communication and team building skills.

WORK HOURS:

Weekdays 7 am to 5 pm; Saturdays 7 am- 1pm, as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assure the required permits and approvals from jurisdictional agencies are secured, posted, and renewed as required prior to starting work.
• Develop, update, modify (as required) and maintain the project schedule including a master schedule, 60-day look ahead schedules for their assigned trades, and two-week look ahead schedules for their assigned trades.
• Understand and be familiar with the date by which all materials must arrive on the job and convey that information to the project management team for preparation of the contract items lists and shop drawing schedules.
• Coordinate scheduling of subcontractors, vendors, and inspectors to complete each project on time.
• Communicate with and support each subcontractor to execute their job duties effectively and efficiently.
• Monitor work and materials to ensure quality control standards are met at various stages of the project.
• Perform inspections or schedule inspectors to meet the varying safety and compliance regulations of each job location.
• Prepare the daily construction reports in a thorough and timely manner and maintain a written daily log of visitors, job actions performed, materials expended, and problems resolved on the job site.
• Assure daily job progress photographs are taken in ample quantity to accurately depict the progress of the work.
• Travel between multiple job sites and simultaneously manage work loads of individual projects
• Understand and ensure risk controls are properly established and maintained.
• Understand and uphold the site safety plan.
• Understand and uphold the site logistics plan.
• Assure the implementation and continuous maintenance of corporate safety program requirements in all of the day-to-day operations on the project.
• Prepare and attend the weekly subcontractor meetings. Assist in maintaining the minutes of these meetings, and ensure they are recorded and distributed.
• Prepare and manage weekly safety meetings, regular toolbox talks, and safety pre task meetings as required.
• Attend weekly meetings with the project team for purposes of updates on the status of the field work and communication of any issues requiring the input or action of others on the project team, and for notification to the project team of issues that may be of importance or interest to them.
• Establish and maintain a system of document control to assure work is being installed in accordance with the latest design documentation and approved shop drawings.
• Communicate any issues requiring additional information from designers and consultants in a timely fashion to the project manager for issuance of RFI’s.
• Assist in preparation of the monthly status report to be submitted to the lender.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires Engineering, Construction Management or related Bachelor’s degree, OR equivalent years of related experience.
• Requires 10+ years of experience in Stick-frame Multi-Family Residential Construction. Previous Sitework and Structured Garage Construction experience is preferred.
• Requires working knowledge of various construction disciplines, cost control, scheduling, safety regulations, engineering drawings and other documents required.
• Requires superior communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills essential both within the internal project team and externally with subcontractors, labor force, etc.
• Requires the ability to work with and have knowledge of the shop drawing submittal process.
• Requires the ability to read and comprehend building plans and specifications and able to comprehend and recognize safety standards and issues.
• Requires the ability to determine the priority of assignments based on critical deadlines.
• Requires the ability to resolves field-initiated questions.
• Requires understanding of construction contracts, retention, releases.
• Requires the ability to interact with all levels of personnel and customers.
• Must possess strengths in verbal and written communications; ability to adapt communications/presentations and deliver clear and concise reports and analysis to senior management.
• Requires ability to meet deadlines and work in a structured corporate environment.
• Requires the ability to be self-motivated and work independently with minimal supervision. Also requires high degree of ethics and integrity.
• Requires ability to maintain confidentiality of all company and customer information.

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. These demands are typically required when working onsite.

• Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Performing this job requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk and hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on-site at the construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.
• Noise in these work environments is usually moderate to very loud.

Benefit Highlights:

• $2k relocation benefit available
• We match 50% of the first 6% of 401k contributions
• No wait period for Health Benefits & we contribute $1k to the HSA plan
• We have assistance for student loans as well as tuition reimbursement
• We have a great employee referral program
• We offer a housing discount in all our communities

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER & EQUAL HOUSING PROVIDER

Key member of the marketing team responsible for managing the digital marketing programs to support the retail, at-home, and ecommerce business units. He/she will help manage the paid search, email marketing, social media and other digital programs that are important part of overall marketing effort. Digital Marketing Analyst must be hands-on, very analytical and have relevant digital marketing experience in a multi-location retail or service business.

Responsibilities:

• Direct and manage digital marketing programs including paid search, email marketing, paid social, etc. and coordinating these to support the promotional marketing calendar
• Analyze all results and attribute marketing spend to traffic and sales
• Use SEO and SEM to drive organic and overall website traffic
• Direct and manage all social media efforts with the goal of developing brand ambassadors, brand influencers and indirect referrals
• Monitor competitive activity and develop counter programs to ensure pre-eminence of the BTG brand online
• Led effort to analyze marketing metrics to identify cause-effect relationships and suggest ways to utilize these insights in new campaigns
• Work with other marketing managers to develop and implement marketing campaigns that drive traffic and sales
• Work with creative team to create digital marketing content
• Work with other marketing manager to design consumer research that offer insight into customer behavior and recommend programs that attract new customers

Requirements:

• Bachelor degree in marketing, economics, mathematics, statistics, sciences or engineering
• 3+ years’ experience in digital marketing in retail, consumer product/service, consulting business
• Multi-channel marketing experience generating and tracking leads, traffic, etc.
• Experience in data-driven business culture; experience measuring and attributing marketing spend to results
• Experience with SEO, PPC, content marketing, paid search and social marketing
• Working knowledge of database marketing, email marketing, statistical analysis
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, data manipulation and planning skills
• Strong computer skills including (Excel, Google Analytics, relational databases etc.)
• Entrepreneurial, hands-on, and able to work independently
• High level of self-motivation and intellectual curiosity
• Good oral and written communication skills

We will invest roughly 3 months setting up the Digital Marketing Analyst for success at BTG. He/she needs to develop a strong knowledge of sales, business and marketing process and relationships and strong instincts for the brand and business. Development plan will be individualized, but will include time in stores understanding the customer, how product is sold, and BTG’s competitive advantage.

About Ideavillage

Ideavillage is a leading consumer products company behind nationally recognized brands including Copper Fit, MicroTouch, Finishing Touch, and Flawless. We design, develop, and launch innovative hardline items—including grooming tools, shavers, vibration/fitness products, and small battery‑powered devices—distributed across 60,000+ retail locations such as Walmart, Target, CVS, Walgreens, and Dick’s Sporting Goods.

We are expanding our engineering capabilities to support rapid product development with overseas manufacturing partners.

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands‑on Product Engineer with both electrical and mechanical engineering experience to lead the technical development of our growing portfolio of small appliances, grooming tools, vibration devices, and battery‑powered products.

This engineer will partner closely with overseas factories (primarily Asia) to ensure that every new product is engineered for performance, safety, manufacturability, and cost. The role spans concept validation through mass production.

Key Responsibilities

Product Development & Engineering

• Lead engineering efforts across the full product lifecycle: concept → prototypes → EVT/DVT/PVT → production
• Review and refine mechanical and electrical designs (motors, PCBA, wiring, charging systems, battery packs)
• Conduct technical tear‑downs, competitive benchmarking, and feasibility assessments
• Create and maintain technical documentation:
• Specifications
• Engineering drawings
• Test protocols
• Validation reports
• ECNs (Engineering Change Notices)

Factory & Supplier Engagement

• Collaborate daily with overseas factories (China, Vietnam, Thailand, etc.)
• Guide suppliers on design intent, DFM (Design for Manufacture), and tooling considerations
• Support pilot builds, pre‑production runs, and troubleshooting during scale‑up

Testing, Validation & Compliance

• Develop and execute testing protocols for safety, durability, vibration, noise, electrical performance, charging, and reliability
• Support compliance activities (UL, CE, FCC, CSA, Intertek, etc.)
• Perform root cause analysis (RCCA) on failures and implement corrective actions

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Product Development, QA, Supply Chain, and Leadership
• Communicate technical risks, design changes, timelines, and validation status

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
• 3–5+ years engineering experience in consumer products, small appliances, personal care devices, electronics, or similar
• Strong hands‑on engineering background in both mechanical & electrical systems
• Experience with offshore manufacturing and ODM/OEM development
• Familiarity with regulatory and safety compliance (UL, CE, FCC, etc.)
• Skilled in root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies
• Strong communication skills and ability to produce clear technical documentation

Preferred / Bonus Skills

• Experience with:
• Motors and vibration systems
• Lithium‑ion batteries, charging circuits
• Shavers/grooming tools or similar electromechanical devices
• Proficiency with test equipment: oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, electronic loads, spectrum analyzers
• CAD experience (SolidWorks or similar) a plus
• Mandarin/Cantonese conversation skills a plus (not required)

Travel

• Domestic and international travel: 3–5 times/year for factory visits, pilot builds, and product validations.

Vice President Marketing

Vice President of Marketing is responsible for developing a 360-marketing plan and leading and leading a marketing team that supports growth of the retail, shop-at-home, and trade business units. He/she is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive strategy that builds new customers and drives sales across all channels. He/she must have keen insight of Blinds to Go business and brand strategy and be able to balance short-term results with long-term brand positioning. He/she must be a hands-on manager, an astute analyst and good strategist. He/she must have relevant experience in a multi-location retail or service business with knowledge of lever to drive store traffic and shop at home leads.

Responsibilities:

· Direct and a manage internal marketing team that includes digital marketing manager and analyst, social media team, creative team, web development team, and regional marketing managers

· Develop a 360-marketing plan and calendar that drive business short-term and build brand

· Monitor competitive activity and develop counter programs to ensure pre-eminence of the BTG brand online

· Develop and sustain a culture that values analytical problem-solving, collaboration, ownership and accountability

· Work with other department to lead programs and activities that contribute to growth of business and brand

Requirements:

· Bachelor’s or master’s degree in marketing, communications, or cognitive sciences, mathematics, statistics, sciences or engineering

· 10+ years experience in digital marketing in retail, or consumer product/service business

· Multi-channel marketing experience

· Experience with SEO, PPC, content marketing, paid search and social marketing

· 5+ years management and leadership experience

· Working knowledge of database marketing, email marketing, statistical analysis

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, data manipulation and planning skills

· Strong computer skills including (Excel, Google Analytics, relational databases etc.)

· Entrepreneurial, hands-on, and able to work independently

· High level of self-motivation and intellectual curiosity

· Good oral and written communication skills

We will invest 6-9 month onboarding this senior manager to ensure their long-term success at Blinds to Go. He/she Will develop a strong knowledge of sales, business and marketing process and relationships and strong instincts for the brand and business. Development plan will be individualized, but will include time in stores understanding the customer, how product is sold, and BTG’s competitive advantage and mentoring from business owners.

Onsite Monday-Friday

Salary starts at $150/year, commensurate with experience

Position Summary

The Lead Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems that support high-quality, cost-effective production. This role partners closely with Product Development, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure engineering solutions are seamlessly integrated into the manufacturing environment and aligned with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage the Manufacturing Engineering team to support production goals in close collaboration with Operations.
• Develop and execute manufacturing strategies that improve efficiency, quality, throughput, and cost performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and automation projects.
• Oversee the selection, installation, validation, and ongoing support of manufacturing equipment, tooling, and processes.
• Partner with R&D and Product Design teams to ensure products are optimized for manufacturability and assembly (DFM/DFA).
• Establish, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OEE, yield, downtime, and scrap.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements, including ISO 9001 standards.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, capital expenditure plans, and engineering project timelines.
• Lead cross-functional projects and change initiatives to support operational excellence and scalability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven people management and project management experience.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with molding processes; rubber and plastic molding experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize, and execute multiple initiatives.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence across functions.
• Proven track record of leading change and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Bilingual Spanish highly preferred

Pay Details

The pay rate for this position is $25/hour. Hourly wage is based on experience and geographical location.

• Flexible work schedule
• Access to an employee discount program
• Reimbursable travel time and mileage

Project Details

RTI International is seeking self-motivated and outgoing individuals to work on an important and long-standing government-sponsored study, the National Survey of Family Growth (NSFG), as Part-Time Field Interviewers.

The National Survey of Family Growth (NSFG), conducted by the federal government since 1973, is a national survey of women and men, 15-49 years of age, designed to provide national estimates of factors affecting pregnancy and birth rates, and general reproductive health. The topics covered in the NSFG are sensitive but extremely important for understanding women’s and men’s health and well-being in the United States.

The NSFG interview covers sexual activity, contraceptive use, pregnancy history (including pregnancy loss), infertility, relationship experience, (including marriages and cohabitation), use of medical services (including family planning, infertility services, and preventative health care), and experience with adoption and foster care. For more information on the NSFG research project and requirements, please see: Interviewers will make face-to-face visits to selected households to screen for eligible respondents and conduct in-person NSFG interviews. Given the survey description above, these interviews require asking sensitive questions to selected respondents in a private setting using a project-provided tablet.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking for a part-time, long-term career with a variable schedule that allows you to work independently and not be stuck in an office. As a part-time Field Interviewer, you will interact with others and approach selected households without a prior appointment.

If you’re interested in engaging people from diverse backgrounds and passionate about the health and well-being of others, this may be the job for you. Qualified candidates MUST be able to work when respondents are available and be comfortable working a consistent, varied schedule to accommodate project needs.

The current data collection period is expected to run through December 2026, however there is the possibility of continued work beyond 2026 depending on sample locations in future years.

Field Interviewers are responsible for:

• Traveling frequently to selected locations to recruit study participants
• Locating selected dwelling units, identifying eligible adult household members, administering a screening interview and recruiting respondents for a longer main interview, if selected
• Making in-person contact with selected respondents to discuss the study, answer questions, and obtain participation
• Collecting confidential information and administering standardized questionnaires
• Independently managing administrative duties, including participating in conference calls and completing online trainings
• Transmitting data as scheduled
• Assuming full and legal responsibility for use and care of project-issued equipment
• Safeguarding any participant incentives, issued equipment, or project materials against damage, loss, or theft
• Assuming responsibility for and carefully tracking all participant incentives
• Submitting timely and accurate Time & Expense reports
• Virtually attend scheduled meetings with other members of the project team
• Maintaining regular access to a reliable wireless internet connection in your home for project work
• Meeting weekly with supervisor via Zoom
• This position involves standing, walking and climbing stairs, and transporting equipment and materials such as laptop computers and notebooks weighing 15 pounds or more.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Must possess High School Diploma or GED
• Possess effective communication skills through speech and listening
• Fluency in English through reading, writing, and speaking
• Available for entire training and data collection period
• Able to successfully complete training
• Must have a valid US driver's license and reliable personal automobile available for business use
• Comfortable using RTI issued tablet, laptop and other associated equipment
• Access to password-protected Wi-Fi connection for data transmissions and administrative responsibilities
• Able to keep project information confidential
• Willingness to work in various types of weather conditions and after dark
• Must be comfortable asking survey questions on personally sensitive subject matters (e.g. pregnancy, reproduction, sexual activity)
• Must be willing to work approximately 20 hours a week, including weekends and weekday evenings, on a regular basis with occasional weekday daytime hours.
• Must be comfortable working in unfamiliar areas

Preferred Qualifications for Ideal Candidates

• Positive, self-motivated, curious, and enjoy interacting with people from a variety of backgrounds
• Effective time, schedule, and workload management skills to meet set deadlines
• Computer skills, namely email and internet proficiency
• Experience conducting in-person, household interviews with randomly selected respondents
• Willingness to travel to other areas in geographical region (e.g., within state, adjacent state) for short periods of time

Work Schedule

• The data collection period is expected to be April, 2026 through December, 2026.
• On average, you will be needed approximately 20 hours per week when work is available.
• On average, you should be available to work in the field 4 days each week.
• The majority of this work is anticipated to be during evenings and weekends.
• Each of your trips to the field are expected to be at least 4 hours long.

Training Details

You must attend a paid 7-day virtual training, not including the weekend, scheduled for April 13 –April 21, 2026 between the hours of 11:00 am and 4:00 pm eastern. You are also required to complete a self-administered home study and pre-training courses prior to attending virtual training.

Accommodation

RTI International will accommodate our job application procedures for disabled veterans and other qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you have a disability that affects the use of our online application system, or if you otherwise need accommodation in connection with the recruiting process due to a disability, please CLICK HERE for information on how to contact us to request an accommodation.

Additional Notifications

RTI International is an independent, nonprofit research institute dedicated to improving the human condition. Clients rely on us to answer questions that demand an objective and multidisciplinary approach--one that integrates expertise across the social and laboratory sciences, engineering, and international development. We believe in the promise of science, and we are inspired every day to deliver on that promise for the good of people, communities, and businesses around the world. For more information, visit are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Further information is available here.

At RTI, we demonstrate our commitment to rewarding individual and team achievement through a total rewards package. This package includes (among other things) a competitive base salary, a competitive range of insurance plans (including health, dental, life insurance, a health savings account (HSA), and access to a 401(k) retirement plan.

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RTI accepts applications to our job openings from candidates with criminal histories or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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(1) The rational relationship of the nature of the offense to the duties and responsibilities of the position; and

(2) Evidence of the rehabilitation of the applicant.

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Anticipated Close Date Apr 16, 2026

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.

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.