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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
Camera and Vision Architecture Strategy- 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
Education & Experience- 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.
The Data Engineering Manager is responsible for leading and developing a team of Data Architects and Data Solutions Engineers while actively contributing to hands-on technical projects. This role will manage the data warehouse in Snowflake, engineering automations in Alteryx and/or other solutions, while ensuring efficient project intake and prioritization. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with proven technical leadership skills to drive innovation and operational excellence across the data engineering function.
As a Data Engineering Manager, you will:
- 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.
Qualifications:
- 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.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
- 401(k) with a company match
- PT0 & 11 1/2 Paid Holidays
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required for the position.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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.
What You'll DoDesign 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.
Pay Range: $21.00-$29.00/hour | Shift: 1st Shift, Monday-Friday | Type: Onsite
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POSITION OVERVIEW
The Additive Manufacturing Technician supports daily production across multiple 3D printing technologies. This hands-on role prepares machines for production, performs post-processing and inspections, and helps maintain consistent throughput and quality. This is an excellent opportunity for entry-level or early-career candidates to build practical experience in a growing additive manufacturing environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operate additive manufacturing equipment (SLA/DLP, SLS/MJF, FDM)
- Prepare machines for production, including startups, calibrations, and material changes
- Read and interpret prints, specifications, and 3D files
- Conduct visual inspections to ensure parts meet specifications
- Track production activity using ERP system
- Perform post-processing and finishing of printed parts and support routine machine cleaning and preventative maintenance
- Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and production teams to meet schedules
REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; degree in Engineering, Model Making, or related field preferred
- 1+ year additive manufacturing experience preferred; ENTRY-LEVEL CANDIDATES WELCOME
- Mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, basic print reading, familiarity with 3D printing processes and tools
BENEFITS
- Career advancement opportunities
- Flexible scheduling
- Competitive pay
- Paid Time Off starting at 80 hours with annual increases
- 9 paid holidays annually
- Education reimbursement program
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) with company match
Must meet ITAR U.S. Person requirements - Prototek maintains International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliant operations in United States based facilities. This position is subject to ITAR which requires U.S. Person status. ITAR defines U.S. Person as U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status.
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Job Title: Manufacturing Supervisor
Location: Waukesha, WI | 100% Onsite
Company: Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc.
Employment Type: Full-Time 40+ hours | Long term | Permanent
About the Role
Are you passionate about driving operational excellence and leading high-performing teams? As a Manufacturing Supervisor, you will play a critical role in ensuring production goals are met while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and continuous improvement. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dynamic team, optimize processes, and make a measurable impact on our manufacturing operations.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and Inspire: Supervise and motivate your team to achieve production targets, maintain quality standards, and foster a culture of safety and accountability.
- Drive Operational Excellence: Monitor workflows, troubleshoot production challenges, and implement solutions that enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Champion Quality: Ensure compliance with manufacturing procedures and engineering instructions, investigate non-conformance issues, and take corrective action.
- Develop Talent: Participate in hiring, create training plans, and provide coaching and feedback to build strong, skilled teams.
- Promote Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process enhancements and lead initiatives that align with plant goals.
- Ensure Safety & Compliance: Maintain a safe work environment, conduct investigations when necessary, and uphold company and union guidelines.
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree with 3–5 years of manufacturing leadership experience (or equivalent leadership experience).
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree in Operations Management or Engineering.
- Experience in a unionized environment.
- Background in engineered-product manufacturing.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Key Skills for Success
- Proven leadership and team-building abilities.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Why Join Us?
At Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc., we value innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. You’ll have the opportunity to lead impactful projects, work with cross-functional teams, and contribute to a company that powers progress. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive environment where your ideas matter.
Prolec-GE Waukesha, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other reason prohibited by applicable law.
Manufacturing Operations Manager
Our Manufacturing Operations Manager oversees execution of manufacturing, and production for the plant which includes safety, productivity, labor, cost, production schedule, quality, and continuous process improvements to meet established business goals. Plans and coordinates efficient and economical manufacturing activities and provides quality levels and service that exceed the customer’s expectations. Responsible for driving key initiatives to ensure cost reduction, inventory management, delivery performance, and key performance indicator (KPI) targets.
What will you be doing -
- Oversee and manage all manufacturing activities to ensure safety, quality, cost, and morale and to meet and exceed customer and Company requirements.
- Assist General Manager in the development and management of annual plan, budget, operating and capital expense budgets, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), operating efficiency, and cost control.
- Coordinate and guide activities in the areas of manufacturing, Lean, 5S, quality enhancements, staffing, training, and employee relations. Manage production supervisors.
What are we looking for -
- Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Operations Management; Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering; Supply Chain; Business Administration; or related field preferred but not required.
- 7-10+ years of manufacturing (i.e., assembly, cutting, fabrication, welding, painting, etc.) experience.
- 5+ years of progressively responsible manufacturing supervision/management experience.
- Practical experience applying Lean, Continuous Improvement, and Total Quality Production System (TQPS) principles in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Experience with manufacturing and production KPIs/Analytics including the Production Efficiency (PEFF) system preferred.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and integrated computer programs and applications.
4Front Engineered Solutions is a leader in the door and docking industry. This role supports High Performance Doors, under the brand names Dynaco, Albany, and TKO, on-site at our Kenosha, WI facility.
What we offer -
- Medical, dental and vision insurance (HSA includes company contribution)
- STD, LTD, Life and AD&D insurance
- 401k including company match
- Variable compensation bonus plan paid out quarterly
- Reimbursement for select PPE
- 11 paid holidays
- 3 weeks of PTO per year, accrued with each bi-weekly payroll cycle
Why apply?
- Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise.
- Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive ambitious change.
- Integrity: You are results-oriented, reliable, straightforward and value being treated accordingly.
If you are interested or know someone who may be interested in working for a premier employer or want more information, please contact John Vandenberg at , 262-496-5374.
We are Toshiba. We have an unwavering drive to make and do things that lead to a better world.
At Toshiba, we commit to raising quality of life for people around the world, ensuring progress that is in harmony with our planet. Our core values include: Do the Right Thing, Look for a better way, Always consider the impact and Create Together.
Toshiba America Energy Systems Corporation (TAES) provides energy industry solutions – new equipment, retrofits, maintenance, outage planning and more – for current and future power generation needs in the Americas, including thermal, hydro and nuclear power plants.
Position Summary
We are seeking a 2nd Shift Turbine Mechanic (4 - 10's) to work out of our Milwaukee Service Center. This position is responsible for the disassembly, assembly, and mechanical operations on a variety of steam turbine spindles, casings, and valves where methods are standardized and prescribed. Work from assembly drawings and specifications to do skilled fitting, aligning, and adjusting along with some secondary machining. Use a wide variety of precision measuring instruments and gauging devices.
Essential Duties
- Receive and inspect incoming turbine components, take digital pictures of shipping container, cribbing, rigging techniques, and all parts.
- Measure and record the critical dimensions of the turbine components.
- Charting of the disassembly of the blades and proper labeling.
- Perform proper blade straightening and repairs procedures.
- Perform blade setlliting and stiffener repairs technique.
- Remove and install seals, disassemble, and assemble valves, and perform blade ring assembly procedures.
- Repair or rebuild hydrogen seal assemblies and rigging and shipping skid setup.
- Operate the manual grinding, milling, turning, and sawing machinery as required for installation and final fitting of turbine blade seals, and valves.
- Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations.
- All employees are entrusted, empowered, and encouraged to be responsible for attaining the highest quality and maximum value in their work product while providing a positive customer experience.
- May be assigned other tasks where similar or lesser skills are required or where activities are monitored – usually short duration to meet production requirements.
Education and Required Experience
- 10+ years mechanical background with turbine experience a plus
- 5 years basic machining practices.
- Ability to properly operate overhead cranes and lift trucks.
- Solid math skills with the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide numbers including decimals and fractions. Simple use of formulas, blueprints, specifications, and tables.
- Capable of using various types of precision measuring instruments.
- Knowledge of design and basic mechanical principles.
- Ability to work from engineering drawings and process drawings
- Pendant crane certified 5 & 10 ton and greater with basic to advanced hitching knowledge.
- Honing and lapping, gland packing, use of radio-controlled bridge cranes, blading, babbiting, radial drill press, turbine alignment, tight wire, and oil seal repair.
Physical Requirements (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.)
The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places, and risk of shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat, extreme cold and wet, humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud.
Additional Info
Toshiba employees enjoy a comprehensive compensation and benefit package including an annual bonus, a generous 401k match, health, and wellness programs as well as generous time off.
Toshiba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Us:
Trilliant Food & Nutrition is a leading, vertically integrated manufacturer of premium coffees and powdered beverages, proudly headquartered in Little Chute, Wisconsin. With a legacy rooted in quality, innovation, and service, Trilliant delivers branded and private label solutions across retail, foodservice, and e-commerce channels.
Horseshoe Beverage Company, based in Neenah, WI, is a leading ready-to-drink beverage manufacturer dedicated to delivering an exceptional beverage experience. By combining industry-leading talent, cutting-edge equipment, and a vertically integrated supply chain, we drive innovation and consistently deliver the highest quality products to our customers—first and fast.
Our brand portfolio includes Victor Allen’s®, Dutch Bros® beverages and Nurri™, our better-for-you protein beverage line. We are passionate about beverages – and about building a team that’s just as energized. We invite you to explore opportunities at Trilliant or Horseshoe, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings.
Position Overview: The Director of Co‑Manufacturing is a senior leadership role responsible for defining and executing the company’s co‑manufacturing strategy across a growing network of external manufacturing partners. This role owns the end‑to‑end governance, performance, and scalability of the co‑manufacturing network, ensuring alignment with enterprise growth objectives, brand standards, food safety requirements, and financial targets. This role is directly accountable for enabling revenue growth, protecting EBITDA, and de-risking supply through the scalable expansion and performance management of the co-manufacturing network.
The Director serves as the executive owner of all co‑manufacturing relationships, providing strategic direction, operational oversight, and cross‑functional leadership to ensure reliable supply, optimized cost structures, and continuous improvement across the network. This role partners closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Procurement, Finance, Commercial, and Executive Leadership to enable long‑term growth and capacity flexibility
Responsibilities:
Co‑Manufacturing Strategy & Network Leadership
- Define and lead the enterprise co‑manufacturing strategy, including network design, capacity planning, and long‑term partner roadmap aligned to business growth and portfolio expansion.
- Establish a scalable operating model for co‑manufacturing that supports multiple product categories, technologies, and geographic regions.
- Evaluate make‑buy decisions, capacity investments, and external manufacturing risks to support executive‑level planning and decision‑making.
- Lead the identification, qualification, and strategic selection of new co-manufacturing partners.
- Establish a clear co-manufacturing operating model, including decision rights, governance cadence, escalation paths, performance management routines, and cross-functional ways of working with Quality, Planning, Procurement and Commercial.
Partner Governance & Executive Relationships
- Own executive‑level relationships with all co‑manufacturing partners, setting expectations for performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Provide strategic oversight of commercial agreements, contracts, and compliance to ensure alignment with operational, financial, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead partner performance governance, including formal business reviews, escalation management, and corrective action planning.
- Serve as the primary executive escalation point for supply, quality, cost, or compliance issues within the co‑manufacturing network.
Performance, Planning & Financial Accountability
- Establish and oversee standardized KPIs and performance management frameworks across all co‑manufacturing partners, including:
- On‑Time In‑Full (OTIF)
- Schedule Attainment
- Yield / Production Loss
- Cost, throughput, and service performance
- Drive working capital optimization, cost of goods improvement, and productivity initiatives across the network.
- Own the co-manufacturing cost agenda, driving measurable improvements in COGS, tolling costs, conversion efficiency, and working capital tied to external manufacturing.
- Partner with Finance and Supply Chain to ensure accurate forecasting, capacity commitments, and financial transparency.
- Leverage ERP, planning, and analytics systems to provide enterprise‑level visibility into co‑manufacturing performance and risks.
Quality, Compliance & Risk Management
- Provide executive oversight of food safety, quality systems, and regulatory compliance across all co‑manufacturing partners.
- Ensure robust audit, qualification, and monitoring programs are in place and consistently executed.
- Lead risk identification and mitigation strategies related to supply continuity, quality, capacity, and regulatory exposure.
- Champion a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement across internal teams and external partners.
Organizational Leadership & Capability Building
- Build, lead, and develop the Co‑Manufacturing team, including managers, analysts, and functional support roles as the network scales.
- Establish clear roles, processes, and governance models to support effective cross‑functional collaboration.
- Drive talent development, succession planning, and organizational capability aligned with long‑term business needs.
- Act as a visible leader within Operations and Supply Chain, influencing enterprise priorities and ways of working.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Food Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing, co‑manufacturing, supply chain, or operations leadership within the food & beverage industry.
- Demonstrated experience leading external manufacturing networks at scale, including strategy, governance, and financial performance.
- Deep knowledge of food safety, quality systems, and regulatory requirements (e.g., SQF, GFSI, HACCP).
- Proven ability to lead teams, influence executive stakeholders, and drive change across complex, cross‑functional environments.
- Strong commercial, analytical, and negotiation skills with experience managing large external partner portfolios.
- Willingness to travel 24-40% to support partner engagement and oversight.
- Experience supporting high-growth, multi-brand portfolios in a PE-backed or highly performance driven environment, preferred.
- Demonstrated experience building business cases for make/buy decisions, network expansion, and capital trade-offs.
Hours, Location and Pay:
We offer a competitive base pay rate and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees. This role works at our Little Chute, WI manufacturing facility.
Physical and Mental Demands:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, hear, use hands to type data, use a personal computer and telephone. This employee may occasionally have to operate business machines and lift and/move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required in this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Mental demands include multi-tasking, decision making, problem solving, comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, and synthesizing data.
- Potential for exposure to chemicals, heights, loud noises, mechanical equipment, wet environments, and other potential hazards exists.
Safety Statement:
At Trilliant and Horseshoe, safety is every employee’s first responsibility. We expect all employees to adhere to all safety practices, have the moral courage to stop other individuals from performing unsafe acts, and immediately report unsafe conditions.
Disclosures:
- The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
- Responsible for following food safety/regulatory policies and procedures, executing responsibilities as identified in standard operating procedures, and reporting food safety/regulatory concerns to the Production or Quality Manager.
- Trilliant Food & Nutrition and Horseshoe Beverage Company are Drug Free Workplaces. All applicants are subject to a drug screen and background check as a condition of employment.
- Trilliant Food and Nutrition and Horseshoe Beverage participate in the E-Verify process.
- EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled
- If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
- Trilliant Food and Nutrition and Horseshoe Beverage are Equal Opportunity Employers.
- The principles of the OECD and UN have been taken into consideration and used as guidance in our human rights practices and procedures.
Why Join Us:
You’ll play a vital role in scaling our operations while maintaining product quality and customer satisfaction. This is a high-impact position for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-growing environment and enjoys working with both internal teams and external partners.