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DMF Lighting is a fast-growing leader in the lighting industry, always hard at work engineering what comes next. We have an exciting opportunity in our shipping department for a Warehouse Associate.

• Pay rate: $18/hr
• Location: onsite in Carson, CA

Job Summary: We are seeking a reliable and dedicated Warehouse Associate to join our Shipping Department team. As a Warehouse Associate, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and accurate processing of outgoing orders and shipments. Your attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and commitment to teamwork will contribute to the success of our shipping operations.

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare and pack orders for shipment, ensuring accuracy and completeness of items.

- Utilize shipping software and equipment to generate shipping labels, packing slips, and other required documentation.

- Conduct quality checks on outgoing orders to ensure they meet company standards.

- Collaborate with other team members to prioritize orders and shipments based on deadlines and customer requirements.

- Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.

- Maintain a clean and organized work area, following company guidelines for warehouse organization.

- Assist in receiving and inspecting incoming shipments when necessary.

- Communicate effectively with the team and supervisors, providing updates on order status and potential issues.

Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent.

- Previous experience in a warehouse or shipping environment preferred, but not required.

- Forklift certification is a plus.

- Ability to lift and move packages (up to 50 pounds).

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

- Basic computer skills, including experience with shipping software.

- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

- Willingness to learn and adapt to changing tasks and priorities.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment.

- Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, a profit-sharing plan, paid time off, and more.

Company Description

DMF Lighting designs and builds industry-leading LED downlighting that sets the standard for flexibility, performance, and quality. Founded over 30 years ago, DMF has grown into a leader in the lighting industry, driven by a passion for innovation and customer service.

Our in-house engineers constantly push the boundaries of lighting, delivering products that combine exceptional performance with beautiful design. At DMF, we believe in a collaborative, forward-thinking culture that empowers our team to bring creative ideas to life and make a lasting impact. If you’re looking for a company where creativity and innovation are part of the DNA, DMF is the place for you.

DMF Lighting is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Global Product Manager - Hardgoods

This role follows a hybrid work schedule, with in-office days on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at our Cypress, CA location, and remote work on Monday and Friday.

WE ARE SPEEDO

The world's leading swimwear brand, Speedo is passionate about life in and around the water. The brand's heritage of innovation derives from its leadership in competitive swimming, where more Olympic Gold Medals have been won in Speedo than any other brand. Unmatched in performance, fit and feel, we are also America’s #1 goggle brand.

From the first splash, to every stroke, the genuine love and excitement we have working with the water is what creates exciting and meaningful relationships.

Speedo is not where we work, but is who we are.

It’s watching a baby in the pool for the first time or our athletes make history. What we do is sacred to us and our connection to the rest of water lovers around the world. Driven by the challenge, not the glory. At Speedo, it is never enough to be good at what you do; you have to love what you do.

Speedo is a part of the Pentland Brands Limited Family.

We are Pentland Brands, a global family business bringing some of the most loved active and footwear brands to millions of people around the world.

We own Speedo, Berghaus, Canterbury of New Zealand, Endura, Mitre, ellesse, Red or Dead and we’re the UK licensee for Kickers and have a joint venture partnership for Lacoste footwear. Our products are available in over 190 countries and are sold either directly by Group companies or are represented by licensees and distributors.

All our brands have their own unique identities and every one of them is powered by Pentland. We have more than 1,200 employees worldwide and we’re always on the lookout for talented, enthusiastic people to help shape our future.

We celebrate differences and give everyone the freedom to innovate and develop, be it through creative working environments or learning opportunities. Our brands are there in the moments that matter - being there for more people, in more of those moments, drives everything we do.

At Pentland, we’re guided by four principles, we use these to make sure we’re not only doing a great job, but we’re doing it in the right way:

• Success is a team game
• With clarity and courage
• Better as standard
• In good conscience

We believe in building brands for the world to love, generation after generation. Your potential is our potential and together we can build and grow brands that last.

KEY PURPOSE:

The Global Product Manager - Hardgoods is responsible for building and maintaining Speedo’s global range within designated categories. This includes maintaining and growing current business, briefing and building new lines based on market opportunities and brand positioning, fostering key relationships internally and in the marketplace.

Additionally, this role will enhance brand values and deliver key performance metrics, style efficiency targets, and sales margin objectives.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver seasonal line plans aligned with overall brand and business strategy, highlighting global development opportunities, proposed costs, unique sales opportunities, and ensuring brand consistency across categories.
• Manage assigned product categories from concept to commercialization, including line plan updates, style setup, range briefs for new products and packaging, and development of competitive pricing structures that meet corporate goals.
• Collaborate with planners to ensure SKU counts, margins, and budget parameters are achieved.
• Analyze global sales histories, patterns, and industry trends; assess market size, structure, and dynamics to inform range development decisions.

• Coordinate key activities to ensure process and execute on time against agreed timelines with design and operations.
• Partner with Regional Merchandising teams and Commercial Leads to ensure product viability throughout the process, procure and maintain global forecasts, plan revenue growth against targets, and preline with sales in markets.
• Work closely with Asia Product Development to identify innovative solutions and technically advanced product ideas; prepare business cases where appropriate and maintain awareness of manufacturing environments and cost structures.
• Understand production lead times and collaborate with Asia teams to ensure on-time deliveries and adherence to the two-season development calendar.
• Partner with Marketing to communicate product features and packaging requirements internally and externally; execute seasonal packaging, collateral, and workbooks.
• Ensure product marketing is clear, compelling, and effective across print and web. Provide a seasonal launch package for all global sales teams.
• Ensure all design and packaging briefs are delivered on time to support timely product launches.
• Collaborate with Commercial teams and Regional Merchandising to provide quality input into the range brief and product development. Ensure teams are well-trained and fully briefed on product details.
• Engage with consumers and retailers to identify innovative solutions to market needs; maintain strong market understanding.
• Conduct market research, including analysis of consumer trends and on-site visits to observe consumer end use environments (pool and/or beach).
• Maintain in-depth competitive analysis of all categories in all channels of distribution and maintain a competitive sample/item library.
• Support in-field product testing to improve product development and benefit the sell-in process.
• Present product ranges, offers and ideas externally at retail, internally at sales conferences domestic and international.
• Partner with Marketing to deliver sell-in and sell-through assets; manage briefs, follow-ups, and track progress against deadlines for catalogs, tech sheets, and other deliverables.
• Drive product-marketing projects from concept through commercialization, ensuring alignment with calendar deadlines and timely handoffs.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in product merchandising or product management.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite.
• Knowledge or experience in swimming is a plus.

Pay Range: $85,000 - $95,000 annually

Base pay is a portion of our total compensation package and determined within a range that allows growth and development within your role. Your base pay will be determined based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Pentland Brands and Speedo are equal opportunity employers and considers all applicants for employment on the basis of their individual capabilities and qualifications, consistent with applicable law and without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, we have a strong corporate commitment to inclusion, diversity and to ensuring that all current and future associates are compensated solely on job-related factors such as skill, ability, educational background, work quality, experience and potential. To achieve these goals, applicants are asked not to disclose salary history information.

Silvus Technologies, a leading provider of advanced MANET and MIMO communications systems, is reshaping mesh network technology for mission-critical applications on the ground, in the air, and at sea. Its battle-proven StreamCaster family of MANET radios and proprietary MN-MIMO waveform provides the vital communications link for defense, law enforcement, and public safety agencies around the world, and in the toughest operational environments.

With deep roots in DARPA research, Silvus Technologies develops world-class advanced communications technologies that are reshaping the tactical communications landscape. From pure line-of-sight to extreme non-line-of-sight, Silvus radios form a self-healing, self-forming mesh network, enabling secure and reliable connectivity, including video and high-bandwidth data.

Silvus Technologies is a wholly owned subsidiary of Motorola Solutions, Inc.

Silvus is seeking an Associate Inside Sales Representative (ISR) - DoD, reporting to the Senior Director of Sales, USA, on the Sales team. This position is a junior-level sales support role focused on the U.S. Department of Defense. The successful individual in this Associate ISR role will support the Senior ISR and Sales Directors through CRM data management, quote preparation, research, and customer engagement. This role is ideal for individuals new to defense sales who are eager to learn and contribute to a high-performing team.

This position can be hybrid or fully remote (depending on location). If on hybrid schedule, a minimum of 3 days onsite per week is expected. On-site days are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. The location for this role if hybrid is Silvus Technologies' HQ in the heart of vibrant West Los Angeles.

The following is a list of at least some of the current essential job functions of the position. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time at its discretion.

• Assist with quote generation, CRM updates, and pre-sales documentation.
• Conduct initial research on DoD opportunities, solicitations, and market developments.
• Support Sales Directors with basic correspondence and scheduling.
• Shadow product demos and join virtual client meetings as needed.
• Collaborate with the Sales Administration and Sales Engineering teams on proposals.
• Monitor contract portals and highlight leads to Senior ISR.
• Prepare briefing materials and data summaries for internal use.
• Support tradeshow preparation and follow-up logistics.
• Actively pursue ongoing education on industry terminology, government procurement processes, competitors, and competitive technologies.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 2 years of sales, proposal, or analyst experience.
• Organized, communicative, and eager to learn about defense sales.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), and/or equivalent Google tools.
• NOTE - Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. Citizen, or U.S. Permanent Resident) due to clients under U.S. federal contracts.

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree.
• Familiarity with defense, aerospace, or electronics manufacturing environments.
• Experience with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, PDF tools, and CRM systems for daily communication and collaboration.

• Outdoor environment for demonstrations.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:
  • Lift equipment up to 50 lbs. for the setup of demonstration and testing.
  • Manage the movement of large, suitcase-size Pelican cases (e.g., for travel, demonstrations, etc.).

US Pay Range $24.04 - $28.85 USD

All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug test. Silvus is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

*Silvus does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to Silvus Technologies.

Are you an experienced Grind Operator with strong centreless grinding capability in a precision manufacturing environment? Do you want to work on safety critical components where quality and consistency are essential? Are you looking for long term stability and development in a growing aerospace business? If so, this opportunity may be the right next step for you.

This business is a leading aerospace fastener manufacturer supporting highly demanding applications. With fully vertically integrated operations including forging, heat treatment, machining, centreless grinding, thread rolling, NDT and mechanical testing, the operation is built around quality, accountability and continuous improvement.

The purpose of this role is to produce high quality aerospace components using centreless grinding processes, ensuring all parts meet drawing and specification requirements while maintaining safe working practices.

As the Grind Operator your responsibilities will include

• Producing parts using centreless grinding methods that meet drawing and specification requirements
• Verifying machine settings prior to operation
• Following customer and internal work instructions accurately
• Performing basic machine maintenance in line with PM schedules
• Troubleshooting tooling or equipment issues and maintaining shop floor standards

As the Grind Operator you will bring

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong shop maths skills and basic computer literacy
• Three to five years or more of centreless grinding experience
• Experience using inspection equipment including micrometers and calipers
• Background working with manual OM grinders, camout machines or CNC grinders

You will join a business with a positive and supportive culture where people are encouraged to develop and grow. Competitive pay is offered alongside clear long term career opportunity, making this an environment where commitment and skill are genuinely valued.

This role requires the ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 30 lbs in line with EHS policies, with flexibility to work overtime when required.

All successful applicants will be contacted within two working days.

Ready to run a fast-paced manufacturing plant where every day is a mix of creativity, problem‑solving, and building great products with a great team? We are looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Manager to own safety, quality, delivery, cost, and culture at our Gardena facility.

What You’ll Do

• Lead all production areas (Woodshop, Sewing, Foam & Glue, Cushion & Filling, Upholstery, Assembly & Packaging, Maintenance) and keep the floor humming
• Turn daily/weekly/monthly goals into clear actions so supervisors and crews know exactly what winning looks like
• Hit on-time delivery, efficiency, and quality targets while keeping rework low and standards high
• Champion safety and compliance (OSHA, CA regs, JL policies) and keep the plant clean, organized, and hazard‑free
• Own labor planning, staffing, and cross‑training; coach supervisors and teams to do their best work
• Partner with Supply Chain, QA, Engineering, Customer Experience, Shipping/Receiving, and Inventory to solve problems fast
• Manage key metrics: labor, overtime, material usage, scrap, productivity, and efficiency — and celebrate the wins
• Drive cost reduction and continuous improvement by eliminating waste and tuning processes.
• Make data your ally with accurate reporting and smart use of ERP/BI tools (Infor, Power BI)
• Help launch new products by coordinating samples, pilot builds, and training so the rollout feels smooth, not chaotic

What You Bring

• 7–10 years in upholstery furniture or similar labor‑intensive manufacturing, plus 5+ years leading a 150–500+ person plant or production team
• Success in high-mix manufacturing (lots of SKUs, fabrics, frames, customization) and comfort with labor planning, line balancing, and scheduling
• Experience with ERP systems (Infor or similar); Lean/continuous improvement is a plus
• A people‑first leadership style: you’re visible on the floor, calm under pressure, and known for clear communication, accountability, and follow‑through

If this sounds like you and you are ready to join a growing organization then please apply today!

DMF Lighting is a fast-growing leader in the lighting industry, always hard at work engineering what comes next. We have an exciting opportunity in our inventory department for a Warehouse Associate.

• Pay rate: $18/hr
• Location: onsite in Carson, CA

Job Summary: We are seeking a reliable and dedicated Inventory Associate to join our Inventory Department team. You will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate inventory records, ensuring the availability of products, and optimizing inventory levels. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with various departments.

Key Responsibilities:

· Monitor and maintain inventory levels to ensure adequate stock availability

· Conduct regular inventory audits and reconcile discrepancies

· Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to manage incoming shipments and deliveries

· Implement and improve inventory management systems and processes

· Generate and analyze inventory reports to identify trends and areas for improvement

· Assist in the development and implementation of inventory control strategies

· Operate forklift and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently

Qualifications:

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Previous experience in a warehouse or shipping environment preferred, but not required

· Forklift certification is a plus

· Ability to lift and move packages (up to 50 pounds)

· Strong attention to detail

· Basic computer skills, including experience with excel, inventory software or WMS, are a plus

· Excellent communication and teamwork skills

· Ability to work in a fast-paced and physically demanding environment

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Reliability and punctuality with a strong work ethic

· Excellent organizational and time management abilities

· Effective communication and interpersonal skills

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Company Description

DMF Lighting designs and builds industry-leading LED downlighting that sets the standard for flexibility, performance, and quality. Founded over 30 years ago, DMF has grown into a leader in the lighting industry, driven by a passion for innovation and customer service.

Our in-house engineers constantly push the boundaries of lighting, delivering products that combine exceptional performance with beautiful design. At DMF, we believe in a collaborative, forward-thinking culture that empowers our team to bring creative ideas to life and make a lasting impact. If you’re looking for a company where creativity and innovation are part of the DNA, DMF is the place for you.

DMF Lighting is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Assistant Controller plays a critical role in supporting Finance Director in managing accounting operations for two Business Units. This position focuses on inventory control, cost accounting, and audit compliance, ensuring accurate financial reporting and adherence to industry standards. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Pay Range: $105,000.00 to $135,000.00 per year. Final compensation will be based on experience and qualifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

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• Inventory & Cost Accounting
  
  
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  • Oversee inventory accounting processes, including valuation, reconciliation, and reporting.
    
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  • Collaborate with Program Managers to monitor program financial performance.
    
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  • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
    
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  • Manage general ledger activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations.
    
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• Team Leadership
  

Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering a culture of accuracy and accountability.

• Strong background in inventory management, cost accounting, and audit support.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Finance or Accounting.
• Formal training and in-depth experience in cost accounting, financial accounting, local, state, and federal tax regulations, and financial analysis & reporting.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Manufacturing environment

• Strong analytical and evaluative skills
• Developed written and oral communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills as this team member will interact frequently with personnel outside of accounting and finance department.
• Strong decision-making skills: incumbent needs to analyze and synthesize data, and be able to make decisions without having complete information
• Expert user of Microsoft Office products

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

The Company will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. US Citizenship or Permanent Residence (Green Card) is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Candidate must also pass a basic visual acuity exam.

This position is currently accepting applications.

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