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Applied AI Engineer

Compensation:

• Up to $150,000 base salary (direct hire w2 only, no c2c, no 1099), (flexibility on base salary for exceptional experience)

Location:

• Hybrid / Onsite - Greater Kansas City Metro Area
• 3 days per week onsite, 2 days remote
• Candidates must currently reside in the KC metro area or be willing to relocate within a reasonable timeframe
• Fully remote candidates cannot be considered

Work Authorization:

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• No current or future visa sponsorship available

Engagement Type:

• Full time, direct hire only
• No third-party agencies, consulting firms, C2C, or 1099 arrangements

About the Opportunity

Vaco Highspring is conducting a confidential search on behalf of a global enterprise organization with a strong technology footprint, including a proprietary SaaS platform and a technology?enabled services business.

The organization is making a focused investment in artificial intelligence to improve internal efficiency, modernize workflows, and embed intelligent capabilities into its software platform. This role offers meaningful ownership and visibility, with a mandate to build and deploy AI systems that have real, production level impact.

The Role

As an Applied AI Engineer, you will play a key role in integrating AI across internal systems and a customer facing SaaS platform. You will work hands on with large language models (LLMs) and modern AI tooling to automate processes, build internal tools, and deliver intelligent product features.

This is a production focused role operating at the intersection of engineering, product, and business operations, with close collaboration across teams in a hybrid/onsite environment. (3-days per week onsite in Greater Kansas City Metro Area, 2-days remote work.)

Key Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable AI powered services and tools to streamline internal workflows across multiple teams (e.g., operations, content, sales, support).
• Develop and deliver intelligent features within a proprietary SaaS platform.
• Integrate, manage, and optimize multiple LLMs and AI APIs (e.g., OpenAI style, Anthropic style, or comparable providers).
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers, including guidance on architecture, best practices, and performance.
• Build and maintain backend systems and APIs that support AI functionality across products and services.
• Design infrastructure for model serving, orchestration, monitoring, and lifecycle management.
• Implement fallback strategies, model routing, and cost performance optimization.
• Partner cross functionally with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to identify high impact AI opportunities.
• Apply best practices related to data privacy, security, compliance, and responsible AI use.
• Stay current with advancements in AI, LLMs, and MLOps, introducing new approaches where appropriate.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of engineering experience with multiple years of experience in a production environment deploying AI/ML applications or infrastructure.
• Proven experience applying LLMs or similar AI models to real business or product challenges.
• Strong backend engineering skills (Python and/or TypeScript preferred).
• Experience with AI/ML orchestration and deployment tools (e.g., LangGraph style frameworks, Airflow like systems, Kubeflow, Ray, or workflow automation tools).
• Hands on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Front end development experience in areas like React, Node.js, Web Development, front end web product design
• Solid understanding of MLOps practices, including deployment, monitoring, logging, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of data privacy, security, and ethical AI considerations.
• Experience supporting SaaS platforms or technology driven products is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
• Passion for applying AI in practical, high impact ways.

Why This Role

• High visibility and ownership of AI initiatives
• Opportunity to build AI systems that directly impact business outcomes
• Emphasis on production grade systems, not experimentation alone
• Collaborative, hybrid environment with close access to stakeholders

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.

Civil Engineer – Site Development

Full-Time | Kansas City Area or Wichita, KS (Hybrid/Remote Flexibility)

Build Meaningful Projects with a Team That Truly Invests in You

This is an opportunity to join a growing, employee-owned design firm where collaboration is real, leadership is accessible, and career growth is intentional—not promised vaguely and forgotten later. The firm is known for taking on complex, high-impact projects nationwide, investing heavily in technology, and fostering a culture where people genuinely enjoy working together.

If you're a Civil Engineer who enjoys seeing projects through from concept to construction—and wants to be part of a team that values both technical excellence and human connection—this role is worth a closer look.

The Role

The Civil Engineer is responsible for site analysis, planning, and design for commercial, institutional, and retail developments. This role is hands-on and highly collaborative, involving work across multiple offices and projects throughout the country.

You'll engage directly with clients, consultants, and municipalities throughout the full project lifecycle—from early concept and design through permitting, construction, and closeout.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal teams and external clients on project requirements, concept development, and design presentations
• Perform site analysis, research jurisdictional requirements, and navigate municipal, state, and federal regulations
• Prepare site layouts, grading plans, erosion control, stormwater management, and utility designs
• Conduct site visits and field measurements to validate existing and as-built conditions
• Coordinate with municipal officials, regulatory agencies, and authorities throughout the permitting process
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams and subconsultants on drainage, traffic, utilities, survey, and land-use considerations
• Prepare detailed engineering calculations and construction documents
• Assign and coordinate work with technicians and administrative staff
• Support project management tasks including scheduling, consultant coordination, and client communication
• Participate in construction administration, contractor meetings, field inspections, and drawing reviews

What Makes This Company Stand Out

• Employee-Owned Culture: Every team member has a stake in the firm's success—voices are heard, and politics take a back seat to collaboration
• Leadership That Listens: Senior leadership actively seeks employee feedback and stays connected at a personal level
• Exceptional Growth Opportunities: Expanding teams, a diverse national project portfolio, and clear paths for advancement
• Industry Recognition: A global leader in highly specialized and design-forward projects, including internationally recognized work
• Technology-Forward: Significant investment in modern tools and systems to support innovation and efficiency
• Flexible Work Environment: Strong remote flexibility that supports work-life balance
• Competitive Compensation: Market-aligned pay with long-term growth potential

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in at least one U.S. state
• 5+ years of experience in civil/site development engineering
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office
• Strong understanding of site permitting processes and regulatory requirements
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively
• Willingness to travel to project sites and perform field inspections as needed

Position Overview

Marlen, headquartered in Riverside, MO is a global leader in premium food processing technologies. Marlen’s products have long set the standard for quality and performance in vacuum stuffing and pumping, portioning, size reduction, thermal processing, and food handling. Marlen has been trusted by the world’s leading food brands for over 70 years.

The Director of Lifecycle Services is a strategic, commercially focused executive responsible for transforming aftermarket performance into a scalable, customer centric, and highly profitable growth engine. This role is accountable for the financial performance, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and team development

ensuring that aftermarket becomes a core driver of profitable growth.

As a key member of both the Duravant Lifecycle Services leadership team and the Marlen leadership team, the Director plays a pivotal role in driving aftermarket strategy, market expansion, revenue diversification, and aligning execution across engineering, operations, sales, finance, and the Duravant enterprise.

This position oversees all commercial activities related to parts and service sales and directs all technical and administrative service operations, including installation, repair, preventive maintenance, training, warranty management, and value-add solutions delivered at customer sites.

Candidates must bring proven leadership experience, strong supervisory and project management skills, and solid familiarity with the technologies incorporated into Marlen systems.

Essential Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Commercial Growth

• Provide commercial leadership for all aftermarket functions, including parts sales, field service, project management, and value-added service offerings.
• Serve as a senior leader within both the Duravant Lifecycle Services and Marlen leadership teams, contributing to executive-level strategic planning and decision-making.
• Develop and execute a multi‑year aftermarket growth strategy centered on revenue expansion, margin improvement, and lifecycle value creation.
• Build a structured commercial engine including pricing strategy, disciplined margin management, and proactive campaigns for parts, service, upgrades, and rebuilds.
• Establish a customer‑centric vision that enhances responsiveness, lifecycle support, serviceability, and uptime performance.
• Lead development of new predictable revenue service offerings while conducting ongoing competitive and market analysis to guide prioritization and ensure strategic fit.

Execution Discipline & Operational Excellence

• Oversee recruitment, development, performance management, and daily operations for the Aftermarket team, ensuring adherence to Marlen and Duravant policies and procedures.
• Draft, implement, and maintain policies, processes, and performance metrics that ensure operational efficiency and a high-quality customer experience.
• Implement rigor in initiative prioritization and completion, ensuring that strategic projects are launched, progressed, monitored, and finished.
• Build and enforce disciplined processes for scheduling, installed‑base intelligence, pricing, quoting, field reporting, and KPI review.
• Improve operational results including response time, schedule adherence, first‑time fix rate, warranty cost reduction, and service profitability.
• Reinforce compliance expectations: training completion, expense reporting, AR review participation, and activity.

Product & Market Development

• Drive a culture of proactive customer engagement, rapid issue resolution, and full follow‑through
• Strengthen feedback loops to capture field learnings and translate them into engineering, quality, and product‑improvement actions.
• Partner with Sales and Marketing to build integrated go‑to‑market strategies that highlight Marlen’s lifecycle value.

Commercial Growth & Market Positioning

• Direct and coordinate promotional efforts for aftermarket products and services to expand market share, attract new customers, and strengthen competitive positioning.
• Strengthen feedback loops to capture field learnings and translate them into engineering, quality, and product‑improvement actions
• Partner with Sales and Marketing to build integrated go‑to‑market strategies that highlight Marlen’s lifecycle value.

Cross‑Functional Influence & Alignment

• Serve as the voice of the customer by facilitating cross‑functional alignment between engineering, operations, service, quality, and finance.
• Drive clear communication, transparency, and accountability to eliminate silos and build trust across the leadership team.
• Engage actively in Duravant Lifecycle Services enterprise initiatives and share best practices.

Leadership, Team Development & Culture

• Build a high‑engagement, high‑accountability service culture with clearer priorities, transparent communication, and consistent follow‑through.
• Create structured development plans, cross‑training programs, and succession readiness.
• Reduce turnover by improving leadership presence, clarity of direction, and proactive team support.
• Model mature conflict resolution, professional communication, and responsibility for resolving team issues

Position-Specific Competencies

• Technical Job Knowledge
• Strategic Commercial Leadership
• Customer Focus & Responsiveness
• Change Leadership, Execution Excellence & Prioritization
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Facilitation Skills
• Communication Proficiency
• Teamwork, Collaboration, Leadership Presence & Trust Building
• Managerial Influence
• Comfort Working in a Matrixed Organization
• Data driven decision making

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline; MBA preferred
• 10+ years of leadership experience with proven aftermarket commercial growth results 
• Experience in food processing, or field service industries preferred
• Demonstrated success creating scalable processes and improving service profitability.
• Strong track record of improving customer‑experience metrics.
• Proven ability to lead organizational change and engage cross‑functional teams
• Strong financial acumen and accountability for P&L performance
• Ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels and with customers, partners, and Duravant Operating Companies
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proven ability to influence, build consensus, and drive alignment across stakeholders
• Proficiency with Office 365, CRM, and ERP systems

Segra is searching for a qualified and experienced Planner & Expediter (Supply Chain) to join us in a full-time capacity in our Kansas City, MO office.

Location Requirement:

This work arrangement for this role is a hybrid position, requiring three (3) days in the Kansas City, MO office, with flexibility to work remotely two (2) days each week.

Role Overview:

The Planner/Expediter plays a critical dual role within the Supply Chain organization, responsible for ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement, production planning, and material flow to meet customer demand and operational goals. This position manages short- and long-term planning, monitors inventory levels, and coordinates the timely delivery of materials and components by proactively identifying and resolving potential delays or shortages.

The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail oriented, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role requires strong communication and problem-solving skills to collaborate with suppliers, sales, sourcing, warehouse, engineering and operations teams, ensuring demand timelines are met and customer expectations exceeded.

Required Experience:

• 2+ years’ professional experience in Supply Chain Management, Operations, or Project Management
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Supply Chain and Operations Management, or similar OR an equivalent combination of education and work related experience.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel).

Preferred Skills:

• Develop and maintain material plans based on demand forecasts, capacity and inventory targets.
• Monitor purchase orders and demand schedules to ensure on-time delivery of materials.
• Act as a liason between suppliers, sourcing, and operations to expedite critical materials.
• Idenfity and mitigate supply risks and bottlenecks that could impact customer installations.
• Track and report material shortages, delays, and root causes, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Coordinate with warehouse and logistic teams to ensure inventory accuracy and proper material flow.
• Maintain accurate data in ERP systems related to planning, lead times and inventory levels.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in planning and expediting processes.
• Resourceful problem solving, work with moderate direction, deliver high levels of customer service, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships, and work cross-functionally
• Proven ability to work with minimal direction, as well as be resourceful and independent in solving problems
• Comfortable with high level of transactional duties and analysis
• Sourcing and negotiation minimal; requires management support
• Travel: Less than 10%

About Segra:

Segra is one of the largest independent fiber network companies in the nation, able to offer state-of-the-art communication solutions backed by always-on customer service. We are known for our future-forward infrastructure and state-of-the-art voice and data technology solutions for businesses and the public sector, as well as wholesale transport services to some of the world’s largest carriers. Our network features the latest advances in IP, ethernet, and dark fiber architectures, as well as high performance data centers. Furthermore, our network powers technology solutions such as hosted voice, security, and cloud.

Segra has engineered our entire company operations to put our customers at the very center of everything we do. We invest in the communities we serve by hiring locally and continually upgrading our network infrastructure. Segra has over 1200 employees, 500k+ on-net and near-net buildings, and 44k+ fiber-route miles. We exist purely to help businesses within our footprint be successful.

Benefits Overview:

Segra offers a very robust benefits package to our full-time employees, some of which include:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts
• Tuition and gym reimbursements
• Vacation/PTO, paid holidays, floating holidays
• Volunteer days, parental leave
• Legal, accidental, hospital indemnity, identify theft, pet insurance

Our Commitment to Equality:

Segra is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination of any kind. Segra does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Salary Range: $41,055 - $51,345

Beyond competitive health and retirement benefits with immediate 401(k) vesting, Segra also invests in your total well-being through programs supporting physical, mental, financial, and social wellness.

JOB SUMMARY

The Commercialization Manager is the quarterback of go-to-market and commercialization efforts across all products. This role ensures that each product release, enhancement, and new offering is positioned for success by aligning resources, driving cross-functional execution, and supporting Product Managers with commercialization tasks such as pricing, packaging, messaging, and launch readiness.

The ideal candidate thrives at orchestrating complex work across marketing, sales, product, clinical, legal, and customer operations. They bring a structured, repeatable approach while staying nimble in a fast-moving, multi-product environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Commercialization Leadership

• Serve as the central point of coordination for all commercialization efforts across the product portfolio.

• Develop and manage commercialization plans, timelines, and checklists to ensure consistency and accountability across teams.

• Maintain a portfolio-level view of upcoming launches, enhancements, and market-facing changes.

Cross-Functional Orchestration

• Ensure the right teams (Product, Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Clinical, Legal, CS, Training, etc.) are aligned, resourced, and executing according to plan.

• Facilitate cross-functional working sessions, launch readiness reviews, and go/no-go decisions.

• Anticipate and remove blockers related to resourcing, prioritization, or communication gaps.

Product Manager Support

• Partner closely with Product Managers to support commercialization tasks like:

• Pricing and packaging updates
• Sales enablement needs
• Enabling professional services
• Provide templates, playbooks, and coaching to help PMs deliver consistent commercialization artifacts and outputs.

Launch Execution & Readiness

• Ensure all required materials and processes are in place for successful launch (e.g., sales enablement content, training modules, support documentation, release communications).

• Track progress against key commercialization milestones and proactively escalate risks.

• Own internal communication of what is launching, when, and why it matters.

Operational Excellence

• Continuously improve commercialization processes and rituals—intake, scoping, planning, and go-to-market workflows.

• Standardize tools, templates, and KPIs used across product lines.

• Identify opportunities to increase speed, reduce friction, and strengthen cross-team visibility.

Market & Business Alignment

• Ensure commercialization plans align with company strategy, revenue targets, market needs, and partner commitments.

• Provide input into quarterly and annual planning on commercialization capacity and readiness.

• Support forecasting and resource planning for upcoming launches.

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

Title: Behavioral Health Specialist - Requires LSCSW, LCPC or LMFT

Company: Oak Street Health

Role Description:

The purpose of a Behavioral Health Specialist at Oak Street Health is to provide care management services and to provide evidence-based short-term psychotherapy to our patients with behavioral health needs.  The Behavioral Health Specialist is a key resource for Care Teams across a region of Oak Street Health primary clinics. They are responsible for coordinating and supporting behavioral healthcare for our patients, in collaboration with Care Teams and a psychiatric consultant. The Behavioral Health Specialist will assess the needs of patients, make referrals to appropriate behavioral health resources and specialists, and provide short-term counseling and evidence-based treatments as indicated. This role has the potential option for remote work days based upon achievement and maintenance of program metrics.

Core Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the primary care teams to identify appropriate patients to refer to the Oak Street Behavioral Health Program
• Screen and assess patients for common mental health and substance use disorders
• Develop care plans and provide or facilitate referrals to Oak Street’s psychiatric consultant and/or external resources
• Provide short-term counseling and evidence-based treatments
• Coordinate care with Oak Street’s psychiatric consultant, including warm handoffs for telehealth visits and collaboration on care plans
• Develop relationships with primary care teams and consistently communicate changes in behavioral health care plans
• Accurate and timely documentation of patient encounters and counseling sessions in Oak Street’s electronic medical record
• Participate in regional and organizational efforts to advance Oak Street’s Behavioral Health Program through workshops, feedback sessions, and surveys
• Possibly covering multiple clinics, depending on the maturity and panel sizes of those clinics
• Other duties, as assigned

What are we looking for?

Required:

• Master’s Degree in the field of mental health counseling/healing arts required from an accredited  school (Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, etc.)
• Highest clinical level of license (or local equivalent)
• Experience with screening for common mental health and/or substance use disorders
• Experience with assessment and treatment planning for common mental health and/or substance use disorders
• Familiarity with brief, structured intervention techniques (e.g., Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Problem Solving, Cognitive Behavioral, etc.)
• US work authorization

Strongly Preferred:

• Proficiency in providing brief, structured intervention techniques (e.g., Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Cognitive Behavioral)
• Working knowledge of differential diagnoses of common mental health and/or substance use disorders

Preferred:

• Proficient PC skills

Anticipated Weekly Hours

Time Type

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls.  The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.  This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. 
 

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits – investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:

• Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.

• No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.

• Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.

For more information, visit  anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/30/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

Join the Benning Lab and explore the dynamic world of bioenergetic membranes

Our Mission: The Benning Lab investigates how evolutionary pressure shaped bioenergetic membranes to enable bacteria to thrive in diverse environments. Central to our focus is understanding the molecular mechanisms of how these membranes form distinct shapes. We do this by reconstituting proteins in a near-native membrane environment and characterizing them using structural and biophysical analyses. We also directly image bioenergetic membranes in diverse bacteria to uncover their assembly dynamics. By deciphering this evolutionary ancient system, we aim to unravel new biologies, and apply principles derived from natural membranes to build useful nano-factories for medicine, biotechnology, and bioremediation.

Now hiring: Research Technician II

Who we seek: Self-motivated, inquisitive scientists with strong organizational skills and a collaborative spirit. 3+ years of hands-on experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field.

What you will do: Join a collegial, growing team deciphering the engineering basics of membrane nano-reactors. Daily work spans:

• Contribute to and/or support individual research projects in the lab through experiments and literature insights
• Recombinant and native expression, purification, and functional characterization of membrane proteins
• Reconstituting proteins in lipid environments
• Lab infrastructure upkeep (organizing and maintaining laboratory equipment and reagents, waste handling, data management, ordering)
• Manage collaborations with the Technology Centers
• Participating in lab meetings and reading relevant scientific literature.
• Motivated individuals will have opportunities to perform independent projects and to supervise students as they gain experience
• Perform other duties as assigned

What we offer:

1. Tailored mentorship from Dr. Friederike Benning, geared towards meeting your own goals for professional and scientific growth.
2. Lab culture rooted in principles of creativity, inclusivity, scientific growth, and teamwork, with regular lab meetings, journal club and lunches.
3. Extensive opportunities for gaining technical skills in protein biochemistry, structural biology, electron microscopy, microbiology, partly through collaboration with cutting edge Technology Centers at the Stowers Institute.
4. An Institute culture that fosters scientific growth and idea exchange.
5. Professional development: Opportunities to attend scientific seminars, conferences and courses in biology and biochemistry.
6. A nationally competitive compensation and benefits package: salary, insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, 403(b)), and relocation assistance.
7. Outstanding campus perks: farm-to-fork café, fitness and sports facilities, located in an intellectually stimulating neighborhood with renowned art museums, libraries, and universities.
8. Kansas City’s affordable and friendly Midwest lifestyle: a foodie city, parks and bike trails, family-friendly living, and many opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts such as caving, gravel cycling, and local scuba diving.

Minimum Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of science, including but not limited to biology, microbiology, biochemistry, biological chemistry, chemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, molecular biophysics, structural biology (interdisciplinary degrees are welcome)
• At least 3 years of experience in a molecular biology or biochemistry lab
• Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability and motivation to learn new techniques, master and troubleshoot protocols, and perform tasks independently
• Self-motivation, attention to detail and follow-through, ability to multitask, and proficient in task completion
• Laboratory hands-on experience with membrane protein purification, liposome reconstitution, and/or microbiology is especially welcome

Requested Documents

1. Cover Letter (1 page max): Share your motivation for joining our team, your skillset, and any specific questions you wish to address with us.
2. Statement (250 words max): Career goals and research interests.
3. Research Summary/Article Review (1 page max): Summary of either a) your prior research experience, or b) an intriguing, recent, scientific article you read.
4. Current CV
5. References: Contact information for 2-3 professional references.

To Apply

Please submit the requested documents to or to Administration Department, Stowers Institute for Medical Research, 1000 E 50th Street, Kansas City, MO 64110.

Company Summary:

We are a well-established CNC and fabrication machine distributor with U.S. headquarters south of Kansas City. The company is renowned for its high-end machine tool products, low employee turnover, strong industry reputation, and a stable, honest, employee-focused culture. We emphasize treating both employees and customers well, promotes efficiency and continuous improvement, and maintains a collaborative, hands-off management style that values self-motivated and independent team members. The company sells and services premium machine tools with a strong focus on Fanuc controls.

Job Summary:

The National Service Manager will lead the service department for the machine tool division. This critical role involves overseeing existing Service Managers and service staff, providing technical support to order processing, collaborating with machine tool builders, and ensuring smooth installations, service delivery, and customer satisfaction. It is primarily office-based with minimal travel (occasional visits to other offices).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Service Department, overseeing all service personnel and operations, including equipment installation, diagnostics, routine maintenance, repairs, and custom modifications.
• Develop and administer Service Department processes, covering:
• Service scheduling guidelines
• Allocation and coordination of service personnel and resources nationwide
• Recording and monitoring of assets in both internal databases and vendor platforms
• Monitoring and documenting costs related to installations and warranty work
• Issuing non-conformance reports and supplier corrective action requests (CARs)
• Designing and rolling out a structured Preventative Maintenance initiative
• Confirm that the Service Department is properly equipped with required support, including:
• Detailed installation and repair documentation
• Appropriate tools, equipment, and instrumentation
• Clear project timelines and schedules
• Organization and delivery of training programs for service technicians
• Access to technical support from equipment manufacturers and external service partners
• Oversee general projects involving machine tools, automation equipment, accessories, and add-ons; act as the main point of contact (POC) for third-party system integrations with external partners.
• Verify adherence to customer-specific protocols and requirements prior to and throughout project execution.
• Conduct technical evaluation of incoming machine orders in partnership with the Director and Inside Sales team:
• Review order specifications and clarify customer needs in collaboration with the sales team
• Communicate order particulars and timelines to Service Coordinators
• Offer technical expertise to order processing personnel for machine tool and accessory quotations/orders.
• Collaborate with machine tool manufacturers (and their sales/service teams) to optimize workflows and address any emerging concerns.
• Assist the sales team with technical details during the pre-sale phase, gathering necessary information to confirm proper machine and option configurations for smooth installation and optimal customer outcomes.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of relevant experience in the machine tool industry (in areas such as service, sales, applications engineering, or direct technical/hands-on roles).
• Previous supervisory or management experience within a service department (strongly preferred)
• Practical, hands-on background working directly with machine tools.
• Strong communication skills (customer facing and internally)
• Fundamental understanding of machine tool control systems, electrical components, and mechanical principles.
• Solid project management capabilities.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Familiarity with CRM platforms (Salesforce experience preferred).
• Basic proficiency in CAD-CAM software.
• Highly organized, with outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, paired with a proactive, innovative approach.
• Commercially aware, focused on operational efficiency, and receptive to fresh ideas and methods (not rigid or overly fixed in viewpoints).
• Capable of grasping technical subject matter to communicate clearly and effectively with technicians, manufacturers, and other internal/external parties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or education in manufacturing engineering.

Manufacturing Plant Manager – Job Description (Including Drafting & Manufacturing Oversight)

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Plant Manager oversees day-to-day plant operations—including production, drafting/design coordination, quality control, safety, and workforce management—to ensure efficient and cost-effective manufacturing. This role serves as the bridge between engineering/drafting teams and the manufacturing floor, ensuring product designs are accurately translated into production.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production & Operations Management

• Plan, direct, and coordinate daily manufacturing activities to meet production schedules and delivery deadlines.
• Optimize workflow, labor allocation, and equipment utilization for maximum efficiency.
• Monitor KPIs such as throughput, downtime, scrap, and productivity.

2. Drafting & Engineering Collaboration

• Work closely with the drafting/engineering team to review technical drawings, blueprints, and product specifications.
• Ensure drafted designs are feasible for manufacturing and aligned with plant capabilities.
• Approve or request revisions on engineering drawings before releasing them to production.
• Translate engineering requirements into clear instructions for production staff.

3. Quality Assurance

• Maintain and enforce quality standards according to company and regulatory requirements.
• Investigate quality issues and coordinate corrective actions.
• Ensure product designs are executed accurately and match engineering specifications.
• Oversee inspection processes and documentation.

4. Safety & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with OSHA or other relevant safety regulations.
• Conduct regular safety audits, risk assessments, and employee training.
• Promote a strong safety culture across the plant.

5. Team Leadership & Development

• Manage, train, and evaluate production supervisors, operators, and support staff.
• Foster accountability, teamwork, and a positive work environment.
• Lead performance evaluations and succession planning.

6. Resource & Budget Management

• Oversee procurement of materials, equipment, and tools.
• Manage plant budgets, cost control, and operational expenditures.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.

7. Process Improvement & Technology Integration

• Recommend and implement new manufacturing technologies and automation solutions.
• Improve drafting-to-production workflows using software tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.).
• Standardize procedures for drawing management and change control.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (preferred).
• 5–10+ years of manufacturing experience; 3+ years in a supervisory or management role.
• Strong understanding of drafting principles, engineering drawings, and GD&T.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, process optimization, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a specialized manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.
• Certifications such as Six Sigma Green/Black Belt or PMP.

Key Competencies

• Technical drawing and blueprint interpretation
• Production planning and scheduling
• Staff leadership and conflict resolution
• Quality and safety management
• Data-driven decision making
• Cross-departmental communication

• Leading the Naval network warfare missions in developing tactics and procedures to realize tactical, strategic and business advantages afloat and ashore
• Driving interoperability with joint, allied and coalition partners
• Building professional excellence through education, training and certification and milestone qualifications
• Optimizing organizational effectiveness through cutting-edge technologies, knowledge management techniques and a culture of innovation
• Helping to develop and deploy information systems, command and control and space systems
• Serving as a key part of the Information Dominance Corps in its mission to gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of adversaries
• Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians - Enlisted Sailors (no degree required) who serve as specialists in information technology

• Serving as part of Battle Group staffs on ships at sea
• Working in C4I/Space/Surveillance on shore tours
• Serving on major Navy and joint staffs
• Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities around the globe

• Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
• Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges