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Founded and family?owned since 1896, Rhoads Industries is a total solution provider of industrial fabrication, mechanical/maintenance and maritime services. In addition to our field service and project skilled labor, Rhoads has expansive shipyard facilities and over 300,000 square feet of heavy manufacturing space located in The Navy Yard in Philadelphia. Rhoads capabilities enable our customers to achieve superior results by deploying our diverse, highly skilled workforce and fabrication capabilities across commercial, government and maritime projects, all backed by state?of?the?art resources and a 100+ year legacy of leadership.

As a member of the Rhoads team, youll join a quickly growing team of energetic, skilled tradespeople and professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional products and services to our customers across every market we serve. We are building on our success across more than a century by continuing to grow an innovative company dedicated to building exciting careers. Come join our journey, and experience what it means to be Done Right with Rhoads.

We are currently seeking experienced Structural Steel Fabricators to join our team. The Structural Steel Fabricator will be responsible for fabricating, assembling, and installing structural components and systems on ships and marine vessels. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of shipbuilding principles, be proficient in reading blueprints and technical drawings, and possess excellent welding and metalworking skills.

We are seeking candidates who are available to work 1st shift (M-TH, 6am-4:30pm) or 2nd shift (M-TH, 4pm 2:30am.) This role requires flexibility including weekends and overtime as business needs dictate.

What You Will Be Doing

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• Interpret and analyze technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine project requirements.
  
• Fabricate and assemble structural components, such as bulkheads, frames, and hull sections, using various metalworking techniques and equipment.
  
• Measure, cut, and shape metal components to precise specifications.
  
• Weld, braze, or solder metal parts together using appropriate techniques and equipment.
  
• Install and fit components and systems, including piping, ventilation ducts, and machinery supports, in accordance with project plans and specifications.
  
• Perform repairs and modifications to existing ship structures as needed.
  
• Inspect work pieces and finished products to ensure they meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
  
• Follow safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
  
• Collaborate with other tradespeople, engineers, and project managers to ensure efficient project execution.
  
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used.
  

Your Background

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• High school diploma or equivalent.
  
• Must be a US citizen.
  
• +5 years of proven experience as a ship fitter or similar metal working role (iron working, structural steel, etc.), within in a maritime or shipbuilding environment?
  
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications.
  
• Strong welding and metalworking skills, including experience with various welding processes (e.g., arc welding, MIG welding, TIG welding).
  
• Familiarity with shipbuilding materials, tools, and equipment.
  
• Knowledge of shipbuilding principles and practices.
  
• Attention to detail and precision in workmanship.
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment and lift heavy objects.
  
• Vocational training or certification in metalworking, welding, or ship fitting.
  
• Previous experience in marine construction, ship repair, or shipbuilding.
  
• Knowledge of marine regulations and classification society standards.
  
• Familiarity with shipyard safety practices and procedures.
  

The Work Environment at Rhoads

• The performance of this position involves exposure to construction or industrial areas where the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, hard hats and hearing protection is required.

What Rhoads Can Offer You

At Rhoads Industries, our team is the foundation of our success. Along with a competitive salary, we offer a variety of additional benefits designed to support your well-being and promote a healthy work-life balance for you and your family.

Benefits include:

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• Competitive health insurance packages
  
• 401k matching
  
• PTO
  

Our Location

We are based out of The Navy Yard in Philadelphia, a reimagined industrial locale with more than 150 companies, 15,000+ people, 20 acres of parks, dining options, public art, and events throughout the year. Recognized as a leading model for repurposing military and industrial assets for a diversified modern economy, The Navy Yard has been dubbed the coolest shipyard in America.

For more information about Rhoads Industries and our opportunities please visit and follow us on LinkedIn. Rhoads Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, and disability.

Overview & Purpose

Precis Engineering is seeking a mid-level Process Utilities Engineer with 5 years or more of experience focusing on the design and implementation of Clean Utility Systems (WFI generation and purified water systems) and Equipment Cleaning in Place (CIP) systems for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and/or chemical industries. This individual must have a strong engineering background and a thorough understanding of equipment design, CIP design, US Pharmacopia and BPE standards.

The individual will be resourceful and goal-oriented, desiring challenging work in a dynamic environment. Process is a young business endeavor for Precis and this individual will have an entrepreneurial and strategic mindset towards the long-term growth and viability of the group. He/she will be comfortable in a process execution role as well as representing the process discipline as a technical resource on larger, multi-discipline project teams. The individual will work be responsible for generating process-related project deliverables such as P&IDs, utility diversity calculations, user requirements, equipment specifications, piping design, and corresponding narratives/reports.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for execution and coordination of multi-discipline engineering teams for process projects comprised of Precis, client, and third-party personnel.
• Work in conjunction with a subject matter expert in design and implementation for process and clean utilities for pharmaceutical manufacturing clients.
• Experience with major clean utility and Cleaning equipment manufacturers.
• Prepare and review systems calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Familiarity of instrumentation and automation and control approaches.
• Knowledge of cGMP requirements with respect to operations and manufacturing facility design.
• Ability to communicate and articulate process design deliverables and convey the project needs to complete construction drawing deliverables to clients and partners/
• Be able to manage work to a budget and schedule and report status to project oversight.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering or related major required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the field.
• The ability to work well with others, lead a team and manage in matrix teams and environments with multiple clients.
• Experience in process utility design and implementation.
• Experience in process deliverables such as Process Flow Diagrams, P&IDs, piping drawings and equipment specifications.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit drafting software.
• Delegation negotiating, and team skills.
• Effective presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Logical thinking with creative problem solving skills.
• Understanding of budget control.
• Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.

Competencies

• Process Engineering with a Focus on Process Utilities & CIP Equipment
• Specification of Process Equipment and Instrumentation
• Strategic Thinking/Problem Solving/Analysis
• Customer/Client Focus
• Communication Proficiency
• Time Management

Education / Licenses

• BS degree in Chemical Engineering or related
• Professional Engineer (PE) License, or FE Preferred

About Precis

Precis Engineering + Architecture (Precis) is a 150+ person consulting firm with offices in Ambler, Pa., and Cary, N.C., offering comprehensive design services. Precis has been repeatedly recognized as a Best Place to Work by the Philadelphia Business Journal.

Position Overview:

The Automation Engineer supports the Ambler, Pa., office with 3 years or more of experience in the design and implementation of industrial automation systems for the pharmaceutical + biotechnology, chemical, and/or building systems markets. This individual must have a strong engineering background and an understanding of instrumentation, control, and automation systems hardware and software design, testing, and implementation. Experience in Allen Bradley PLCs, Siemens Building Automation Systems, and/or the DeltaV DCS platform is preferred.

The individual will be resourceful and goal-oriented, desiring challenging work in a dynamic environment. The individual will be responsible for generating automation-related project deliverables such as P&IDs, loop sheets, control panel designs, instrument specifications, software specifications, testing protocols, and corresponding narratives and reports.

Key Responsibilities:

• Knowledge in design and implementation for process, utility, and building automation systems.
• Experience with major automation system vendors including Allen Bradley, Siemens, Honeywell, ABB, and Emerson.
• Familiarity of systems integration technologies and approaches.
• Experience in automation system implementation/migration projects and upgrades required.
• Knowledge of cGxP requirements as they relate to automation systems preferred.
• Present automation system designs at client meetings.
• Interface with third-party control system vendors.
• Develop new clients, maintain and expand the relationship and scope of work with existing clients.

Competencies

• Automation systems hardware and software
• Industrial and process instrumentation
• Strategic thinking, problem solving, and analysis
• Customer/client focus
• Communication proficiency
• Time management

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or related major required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the field.
• The ability to work well with others, lead a team, and manage in matrix teams and environments with multiple clients.
• Experience in automation systems design and implementation.
• Experience in industrial and process instrumentation types, technologies, and specification.
• Effective presentation, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills.
• Logical thinking with creative problem-solving skills.
• Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.

Why Join Precis?

• Be part of a collaborative, innovative team that values your ideas and expertise.
• Shape growth for a respected, specialized engineering and architecture firm.
• Enjoy a flexible, supportive work environment and competitive compensation package.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Precis 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.

Easton Coach Company is NOW HIRING Full and Part-time NON-CDL Drivers. Paid Time Off and Training, 401(k) w/ 100% match, Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, and more!

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Location: 1700 Markley Street, Suite 115, Norristown, PA 19401

• Transporting passengers listed on a driver manifest, which includes designated pick-up and drop-off locations and times
• This service provides our passengers with the freedom and convenience of reliable and safe transportation.

• Valid Class C Driver's License
• Age 24+
• Must Pass a DOT Physical and Drug Test

Pay: $17.65 hour

EOE and Drug Free Employer

Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Easton Coach Company is a leader in passenger ground transportation, providing motorcoach and transit services to customers throughout the eastern United States.

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Compensation:

• Earn up to $250+ in Just ONE Hour! (Focus Group Session)
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Benefits:

• Flexibility to take part in discussions online or in-person.
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• Enjoy free samples from our sponsors and partners in exchange for your honest feedback of their products.
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Qualifications:

• Speak and/or read English
• Must be 18yrs old or older
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Experience:

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Education:

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At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

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As a Part Time School Van Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home in the afternoon. Additional hours for field trip and special event transportation may be available.

No experience is necessary to become a van driver! We are here to help you succeed with expert training and guidance to help you become a safe and professional First Student school van driver.

School Van Driver benefits:

• Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications
• Hourly Rate: $21.00 per hour
• Training Hourly Rate: $15.00 per hour
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
• Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes).
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
• Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families.
• Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services.
• Guaranteed Minimum Hours: Get paid for 4 hours per day at minimum.
• Child Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parents.
• Safety or Attendance bonuses**

Your day as a School Van Driver will include:

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids.
• Maintain order on the vehicle to prevent distractions.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits).
• Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the vehicle clean and sanitary.
• Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards.
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays.
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.

School Van Driver Jobs are Perfect For:

• Retirees looking for supplemental income
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• Are at least 21 years old
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Note: This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Great School Bus Drivers often bring skills such as:

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Design and Mechanical Engineer – Medical Devices

Join a global leader medical device company. Design and manufacture technology used in spine and orthopedic surgeries

You will work on the design and development of surgical implants and instruments, collaborating with engineers, surgeons, and cross-functional teams to bring innovative products to market.

Full‐time | W2 | M-F 8am- 5pm | On site Audubon PA (outside of Philadelphia)

Qualifications

• 4+ years of mechanical and medical device design engineering experience.
• II and III medical device experience
• Experience with CREO or SolidWorks for mechanical design and documentation.
• Experience working within regulated environments (ISO 13485 / FDA).
• Ability to work in both engineering and clinical environments, including operating rooms and labs
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, or related field.

Benefits:

Visa sponsorship supported within US

W2 contract

Audubon, PA (outside Philadelphia)

Bonus for relocation within US and annual bonuses

Work directly with surgeons

Full product development lifecycle exposure

Key Responsibilities

Product Development

• Lead the design and development of surgical instruments and implants using CAD software (CREO).
• Develop and maintain project plans and FDA-compliant Design History Files (DHF).
• Perform design verification and validation to ensure designs meet technical specifications.
• Manage assigned projects to ensure timely completion while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with internal prototype teams and external vendors for rapid prototyping and testing.
• Support preparation of regulatory submissions to the FDA.

Customer Engagement

• Work directly with surgeons and clinical users to gather product feedback and translate clinical needs into design requirements.
• Participate in product launches, sales training, and customer visits.
• Support surgical cases in the operating room to observe device performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with marketing and product management to develop market strategies and forecasts.
• Collaborate with operations and manufacturing to support production and commercialization.
• Conduct competitive and industry research to ensure innovative product development.

Product Lifecycle & Sustaining

• Support the lifecycle management of commercialized products.
• Drive design improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and engineering changes.
• Work closely with Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams to ensure product performance and compliance.

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Project Manager: CMMC Enclave Build & Multi-Business Rollout

(Azure + Microsoft Security | 3rd Party Managed Services)

Project duration: 6–9-months

Philadelphia, PA

Summary:

We are seeking a contract Project Manager to lead a high-visibility IT infrastructure and cybersecurity initiative to build a secure CMMC-aligned enclave in Azure and enable multiple businesses to onboard and operate within the environment to support third-party certification readiness.

The enclave’s infrastructure and security services are delivered and operated by an outsourced managed services provider (MSP/MSSP). This role will manage execution across internal stakeholders and the MSP/MSSP, ensuring delivery is aligned to technical requirements, compliance expectations, timelines, and audit-ready documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project execution for the expanded design, build, and rollout of a secure Azure-based CMMC enclave, supporting multiple business entities.
• Serve as the primary project manager coordinating across IT/Security stakeholders, business units, and the MSP delivering the environment.
• Develop and maintain the integrated project plan, timeline, milestones, and RAID log (risks/actions/issues/decisions).
• Manage vendor/MSP&MSSP delivery including scope alignment, execution tracking, dependencies, deliverable acceptance, and issue escalation.
• Establish clear scope boundaries between the enclave “core baseline” (shared services) and business-specific customization requirements.
• Coordinate technical implementation and readiness activities delivered through the MSP, including:
• Azure landing zone / subscription structure, segmentation, and governance
• Network design and isolation (hub/spoke, routing, connectivity, firewalling)
• Identity and access management using Entra ID (Azure AD), MFA, RBAC, Conditional Access
• Endpoint management and hardening using Intune and Defender for Endpoint
• Security posture management and compliance monitoring using Microsoft Defender for Cloud
• Centralized logging/monitoring using Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM), Log Analytics, alerting
• Key management / secrets / encryption (Key Vault, encryption at rest/in transit)
• Backup/recovery strategy, retention planning, and operational support readiness
• Drive creation of a repeatable multi-business onboarding framework, including intake, standard configurations, variation handling, and validation.
• Partner with Cybersecurity and compliance stakeholders to translate CMMC/NIST expectations into actionable work packages and measurable deliverables.
• Ensure operational processes are defined and adopted for the enclave, including access provisioning, change control, incident response coordination, and escalation paths.
• Drive documentation and audit readiness: policies, SOPs, control narratives, diagrams, and proof of operation (with evidence gathered from both internal teams and the MSP).
• Coordinate testing, validation, cutover planning, and go-live readiness; ensure post-launch stabilization (“hypercare”) and transition to steady-state operations.
• Provide clear stakeholder communications and executive-level status reporting, proactively surfacing risks, schedule threats, and mitigation options.
• Process and track one-time and re-occurring project invoices against the budget. Develop, manage, and maintain the operating cost model for each of the included businesses.

Required Skills & Experience

• 7+ years of IT project/program management experience, including technical infrastructure and security programs.
• Demonstrated success managing delivery through third-party vendors / managed service providers, including milestone tracking, SLA/OLA alignment, escalation, and deliverable acceptance.
• Proven track record delivering complex, cross-functional initiatives involving infrastructure, identity, networking, and cybersecurity.
• Strong familiarity with Azure and Microsoft security ecosystem, including:
• Azure core services and governance concepts
• Entra ID (Azure AD), MFA, Conditional Access, RBAC
• Microsoft Defender (Endpoint and Cloud)
• Intune device management and compliance
• Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM) and Log Analytics
• Working understanding of compliance-driven delivery and audit readiness (experience with CMMC, NIST 800-171, or similar frameworks strongly preferred).
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and onboard multiple business units with varying requirements and timelines.
• Strong documentation discipline and ability to drive teams (including vendors) to produce assessor-ready evidence.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills—comfortable working with executives, engineers, auditors/assessors, and vendor leadership.
• Tools proficiency: MS Project / Smartsheet / Jira/ SharePoint, Visio (or similar).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting environments for CMMC Level 2 readiness and/or NIST SP 800-171 implementation programs.
• Strong knowledge of secure networking concepts (segmentation, private connectivity, firewalling, zero trust).
• Experience coordinating third-party assessment readiness activities (mock audits, evidence walkthroughs, remediation plans).
• Certifications: PMP, CISSP, CISM, Azure certs (AZ-104/AZ-305/SC-100).

Metrology Specialist I

On-site in West Point PA

Summary:

• Manage equipment assets at multiple locations
• Gain a working knowledge of laboratory equipment to facilitate with troubleshooting and/or communicate with the vendor/ service engineer to identify resolutions
• Participate in computer system validation activities associated with new or upgraded equipment or software packages.
• Originate and progress Deviations and Change Control records
• Perform and document investigations and assist in developing and implementing CAPA plans
• Contribute to new SOP drafting, implementation, and revisions.
• Represent the laboratory on all aspects of laboratory equipment during audits.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements (cGMP), internal policies and procedures.
• Customer focused mindset with the ability to communicate adequately (verbally/writing) to all levels within the organization.
• Willingness and ability to quickly upskill in Merck Facilities/Instrument support programs SAP, ProCal, BAS, LAMP, Electronic Validation, and other document and/or asset repositories
• Initiate, process and track work orders to facilitate timely repairs, modifications and moves of laboratory equipment.

Calibration Focus:

• Prepare, review, and approve archive instrument/equipment documentation such as master equipment lists, user access reviews, Instrument Installation & operational qualification documentation, and calibration documentation.
• Coordinate service activities across a variety of vendors and service engineers while building and maintaining strong working relationships.
• Collaborate with metrology staff across multiple testing labs and sites for process improvement, cross-training and cross-site support.

Support the purchase, installation, and equipment qualification of new laboratory equipment.

*** There will be training opportunities to support Validation*** Validation activities are included below

• Support primarily the qualification/validation of computerized analytical systems as per current guidelines.
• Partner with the business unit in the laboratories, various quality support oversight, IT technical support, and various software and instrument vendors/manufacturers.
• Perform any required change control during the life cycle of a computerized system.
• Decommission systems as required as part of the equipment qualification/validation life cycle.
• Manage the capital purchasing and initial installation of computerized analytical systems prior to validation.
• Participate in various data integrity and lab modernization activities as required.
• Will possess direct experience operating analytical instrumentation within a pharmaceutical or equivalent laboratory (vaccine or large molecule focus).
• Will have the ability to thoroughly review and scrutinize validation requirements through the life cycle of the system.

General Requirements Level 1:

-Bachelor’s degree in biological or chemical science and/or engineering plus

-2-4 years of experience participating in the validation of computerized laboratory systems or instruments (e.g. system Installation and Operational qualification, Performance qualification

-Experience working in a GMP environment and maintaining laboratory equipment.

-Highly organized, strong communication skills.

-Capable of working independently.

-Solutions orientated mindset with the ability to handle multiple high priority tasks at one time.

-Ability to succeed in a dynamic environment; flexibility to respond to changing priorities.

-Awareness to independently prioritize tasks and responsibilities based on actual or perceived level of importance and/or potential impact to the GMP environment.