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Do you enjoy hands-on work and take pride in building something that truly matters? Are you motivated by staying on schedule, solving problems quickly, and seeing the direct results of your work? If you’re looking for a fast-paced manufacturing role where you’ll assemble Extol’s proprietary, high-impact product line and work closely with a supportive, close-knit team — this could be the right fit for you.

Extol, Inc. is looking for a driven and detail-oriented Manufacturing & Assembly Technician! This position is responsible for performing component manufacturing and equipment assembly to support Extol’s proprietary staking product line. Strong candidates will demonstrate mechanical aptitude, the ability to follow build schedules and instructions accurately, and proactive communication to keep production running smoothly.

The Ideal Candidate

• Provides component manufacturing and equipment assembly, including assembly, wiring, program downloads, and testing to meet specifications.
• Maintains alignment with the build schedule to ensure products are completed and shipped on time.
• Ensures parts meet requirements through visual inspection and use of measuring devices.
• Works collaboratively with purchasing, sales, and internal team members to resolve issues and maintain workflow.
• Develops process awareness by identifying waste and suggesting continuous improvement opportunities.
• Demonstrates ownership of the manufacturing cell by maintaining organization, equipment upkeep, and clear communication when issues arise.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent with strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience using hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to read and interpret work instructions and use routine measuring devices such as calipers and micrometers.
• Basic computer skills including email and spreadsheet use.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and within a team.

What We Offer:

• Paid Community Impact –Employer paid time off to volunteer and positively impact community (Significant Impact).
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - employees gain ownership interest in the company.
• Profit Sharing - a portion of the company profits are distributed to employees each quarter the target profit level is reached.
• 100% Employer Paid Dental, Vision, Group Life Insurances, Short-term and Long-term Disability, and Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Employer H.S.A. Contributions and 3 Medical Insurance Plan Options (one of which is 100% employer paid!)
• Generous Paid Time Off - Vacation, sick time off, and nine paid holidays.
• In Addition - Voluntary Life Insurance Options, Pet Discount Program, Accident & Critical Illness plans, 401k, and Educational Reimbursement Program.

About Extol, Inc.:

Extol is an innovative manufacturing technology company striving to improve plastic products through engineering, plastic assembly technology, custom automation, and 3D printing.

We strive to build a customer-centric, values-driven organization that grows profitably by solving customers' challenges with a delightful experience.

If you have passion to work collaboratively and be part of a team that wants to win together, apply today! To learn more about Extol, please visit us at | Empathy | Humility | Trust | Winning Together

*Unsolicited resumes, outreach from staffing agencies and recruiters will not be accepted.

Who We Are

GNS North America | Established 2009

We deliver advanced metalworking solutions for automotive and industrial clients, specializing in stamping, welding, laser cutting, and assembly. Our in-house tool & die capabilities provide full design, simulation, and build services for complex projects.

Stamping

• Hot and conventional stamping (100–800 tons)
• Automotive & industrial metals
• Multi-location facilities for high-volume production

Laser Cutting

• Multi-axis laser systems for prototyping & production
• Flat and 3D part cutting, trimming, and hole piercing
• Versatile with various metals and thicknesses

Welding & Assembly

• Spot welding for Ultra High Strength Steel & press-hardened parts
• Highly automated robotic cells for precision and efficiency
• Focused on quality, speed, and cost reduction

Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for planning, designing, setting up, modifying, optimizing, and monitoring manufacturing processes within the assigned facility. This role focuses on improving production efficiency, product quality, automation systems, and overall operational performance while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and new equipment launches.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The responsibilities listed below represent the core functions of this role. The employee is expected to perform all duties with a high level of quality, professionalism, and commitment to customer satisfaction while continuously improving processes and operational methods.

Manufacturing Process Development

• Evaluate and understand key manufacturing processes from production, quality, and automation perspectives.
• Analyze manufacturing operations to identify process improvements, cost reductions, and efficiency opportunities.
• Conduct cycle time studies to identify production bottlenecks and recommend improvements.
• Monitor manufacturing performance and recommend process optimization strategies.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead and participate in continuous improvement (CI) initiatives aimed at improving plant safety, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and product quality.
• Identify and prioritize manufacturing problems and improvement opportunities.
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies such as Six Sigma, 8D, and root cause analysis.

Equipment and Capital Projects

• Support new equipment launch initiatives including:
• RFQ preparation
• Supplier selection and evaluation
• Design reviews
• Equipment buy-off and validation
• Installation and commissioning
• Evaluate and identify cost-saving opportunities in production processes and equipment utilization.

Maintenance and Systems Collaboration

• Work closely with the maintenance team to implement and optimize a CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to identify reliability improvements and implement CI initiatives.

Additional Responsibilities

• Demonstrate responsible stewardship of company resources and uphold company values.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Promote and maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety regulations and reporting incidents promptly.
• Support the company’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy and ensure a workplace free from harassment or discrimination.
• Comply with company quality and environmental policies and ensure adherence to production drawings, control plans, BOMs, work instructions, and procedures.
• Participate in training programs and ensure documentation of completed training.
• Maintain confidentiality of company information and employee data.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work environment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but may lead cross-functional teams, projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

To successfully perform this role, an individual must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Experience in stamping and welding operations, laser cutting forging is strongly preferred.
• Experience with heat treat, welding, and assembly processes is considered an asset.

Certifications (Preferred)

• Lean Black Belt
• Six Sigma Black Belt
• PMP (Project Management Professional)

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and automation systems
• Experience using structured problem-solving methodologies (Six Sigma, 8D, root cause analysis)
• Proven project management, planning, scheduling, and prioritization skills
• Ability to read and interpret electrical, mechanical, welding and hydraulic drawings
• Strong analytical and process improvement capabilities
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills
• Robotics

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, journals, technical procedures and/or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedural instructions. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, top management and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Ability to use a personal computer with knowledge of Microsoft Office applications most notably Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Ability to use main business information system (PLEX experience is preferred), and Internet based services. Preferred skills: 3D/2D CAD, PLC Programming, Automation Programs

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that the employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The Company will meet all legal obligations related to reasonable accommodation.

While performing the duties of this job, regularly required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel object, tools, or controls, reach with hands or arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The Company will meet all legal obligations related to reasonable accommodation.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. This position is surrounded by machinery that often becomes very hot, which may lead to an uncomfortably warm environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

GNS North America is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

**Unsolicited resumes, outreach from staffing agencies and recruiters will not be accepted.

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you'll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that's always looking ahead.

PURPOSE

This position is responsible for supporting the design, order entry and manufacturability of products through the system by creation and maintenance of manufacturing configurators, bill of materials and pricing rules. This position is also responsible for system/process procedure documentation and user training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Define item masters, bill of materials and routers by conducting white board exercises communicating with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing and Applications on issues relating to JD Edwards. This includes supporting manufacturing processes by developing cross segment edits (application rules), formulas, conditions, targeting (item cost and suggested list prices), tables and routers inan accurateandtimelymanner.

Create Sales Configurators for entry of product into JD Edwards and the CAP (Configure Apply Price) Tool. This includes supporting Sales Force Automation (SFA)applications, anddeveloping cross-segment edits (application rules and suggested options based on the original salesperson entries), formulas, conditions, tables and targeting (list prices) inan accurateandtimelymanner. In manycasesthese will be developed for use at product announcement and before theappropriate Engineeringhas been completed.

Participate in the design, preparation, and release of interactive CAP documents. These will include electronic documents that merge configuration data with documents. This will normally be a cross-functional team drawn from Marketing, Applications, and outside suppliers.

Develop andmaintainPit Detail drawings in the CAP tool. These will define the required leveler pit dimensions and materialsrequiredfor the proper installation of levelers. This position works withDesignEngineering, Order Engineering, and Applications Department to define rules and bills of material.

CAP Wizards and Dependencies. Creates andmaintainssimplified Entry Wizards and Dependencies that communicateimportant informationto the salesperson. These dependencies will vary from requirements to informational notificationsrequiredto get a "clean" quote and conversion to an order.

Works with Applications, Marketing and Engineering to define Help text for individual segments for use in JD Edwards and the CAP tool. These explain individual product options in detail with a focus on making it clearest to the salesperson.

Works with Applications and Marketing to define English Definitions for Cross-Segment Edits.

Generate a comprehensive test plan for each configuration implementation. Oversee a cross-functional team to ensure that adequate testing is performed as a prerequisite to each implementation.

Perform post implementation audits to ensure theaccuratetransfer of information from the test to the live sales and manufacturing branch plants.

Review Engineering Change Notices toidentifytheir effect on JDE coding. Implementchangethrough the JD Edwards Manufacturing System. This will includeupdating ofitem masters, bills of materials, routings,tablesand costs.

Participates in manufacturing software implementations or upgrades. This will include defining andmaintainingthe manufacturing system setup and use. It may involvedefining ofnew processes required by new software. It will include definingappropriate dataconversions andverification ofdata accuracy.

Train personnel on MRP II, PhDconceptsand other related topics.

Document applicable policies and procedures.

Recommends changes, such as design modifications to engineering or process improvements to manufacturing, to achieve standardization and simplification.

Assist with development of product structures as they relate to selection of assembly forms to ensure efficient systems adaptability.

Responsible for continuous improvement of systems, setup,processesand procedures as they relate to assigned job duties and supporting areas.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
Implement the system or process improvement plans that achieve the stated goals andobjectivesof the plan(s).

Ensureaccurateitem master information, bill of materials,routersand multi-property edits.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
ABachelor's degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineeringfrom afour yearcollege or university with at least two years related experiencerequired; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Successfulcandidatewillpossessknowledge of contemporary manufacturing technologies. A working knowledge of CAD, familiarity with Rite-Hite products and/or knowledge of CA-KBM PhD is preferred but not required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technicalproceduresor governmental regulations. Ability towritereports, businesscorrespondenceand procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and thegeneral public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY
Abilityto define problems, collect data,establishfacts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret anextensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularlyrequiredsitand talk or hear. The employeefrequentlyis required tostand, walk, reach with hands andarmsand use hands to finger. The employeeis occasionally required tostoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionallylift upto ten pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, colorvisionand ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

What We Offer

At Rite-Hite, we take care of our people - because when you're supported, you can do your best work. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your future and your life outside of work:

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.

• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.

• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Join us and build a career where you're supported - at work and beyond.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans.We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.

Aerostructures Manager

Aerospace

Ann Arbor, MI

$150k (flex on experience)

We've been retained with an aerospace engineering scale-up who focus on advanced R&D and morphing structures. They've recently won government projects, working on wing designs and airframe structures of new aircraft.

They're looking for an Aerostructures Manager who will act as a technical leader for structural analysis and aerostructures design. The company will be scaling by 70 employees over the next 18 months and has big plans for this position.

Responsibilities

• Lead structural analysis methodology
• Guide engineers on best practices for aircraft structures
• Help shape wing structural design decisions
• Support clean-sheet aircraft development through testing and certification

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 8-12+ years of experience in aircraft structural design and analysis.
• 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of aircraft wing structural analysis.

Why apply?

• High company growth
• Company on track to 3x revenue this year
• health benefits
• profit-sharing scheme

If you're interested in this opportunity, please click the 'easy apply' button or reach out to

Howmet Aerospace, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. The Company’s primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems and titanium structural parts necessary for mission-critical performance and efficiency in aerospace and defense applications, as well as forged wheels for commercial transportation. Howmet Aerospace is transforming the next phase of more fuel-efficient, quieter aerospace engines and sustainable ground transportation.

This off-shift position is located within our Plant 3 – Whitehall Casting Operation and will direct and motivate the manufacturing work force to produce products of high quality in the most efficient and safe manner and ensure that scheduling meets business and customer needs.

Job Roles

• Anticipation--asks questions to understand needs of multiple stakeholder groups; prepares operation for optimal execution; contributes as a strategic partner to planning process
• Reliability--leads by example; provides goal and measurement information to others; facilitates safe environment; works effectively within parameters of bargaining unit contract
• Optimizer--improves processes; executes production for maximal output; eliminates waste; increases quality; aligns activity and resources to desired outcomes; sets others up for success
• Facilitator--interacts with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels; furnishes accurate instructions to others; acts as liaison between planning, management and execution elements of the business
• Responsiveness--deals effectively with the unforeseen; modifies labor schedule or other variables as needed based on circumstances
• Influence-- delegates effectively; capable of explaining the “why” behind a recommendation or directive; advocates for the business; maintains approachability; deals with conflict and change effectively
• Organization and structure--plans daily; coordinates to deliver on time; ensures efficiencies while balancing priorities of multiple projects and stakeholder groups; has contingency plans
• Observation--sees and hears through the lens of performance; enables accuracy in scheduling, quality in production and relationship with customers; makes recommendations and changes based on patterns and data; monitors for feedback and communicates findings; sees physical and personnel issues and acts on observations; has a “finger on the pulse” of what occurs within the plant
• Ownership--accepts accountability for the performance of others and the business; inspires ownership and improvement in others; invites measurement

Responsibilities

• Supervises an effective team; includes planning and holding meetings, preparing and conducting performance appraisals as appropriate, managing staffing levels (including vacations, overtime, and leaves of absences), assisting with career development (motivates, coaches, and trains to acquire maximum quality, productivity, morale, and cooperation), approving time and attendance, and prioritizing and making work assignments.
• Provides effective feedback to employees, both positive and negative. Maintains appropriate documentation for all disciplinary actions taken.
• Provides training and mentoring to new Supervisors.
• Directs training and orientation of employees to ensure EHS rules are known and understood, to improve work performance, and acquaint employees with company policies and procedures.
• Maintains compliance with the collective bargaining agreement. Interfaces between management and union officials. Handles grievances.
• Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Schedules production and work teams.
• Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operations, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
• Promotes EHS and continuous improvement initiatives and culture.
• Implements ABS principles and initiatives and is the 6S program leader.
• Interacts with their employees and other departments in order to manage the flow of product through the operation.
• Maintains inventories, as applicable.
• Creates a total awareness among assigned employees of Company policies, regulations, procedures, and business initiatives. Enforces compliance and acts as a positive resource for information and questions.
• Responds to emergencies. Assists in troubleshooting production problems. Investigates and analyzes. Initiates or recommends actions to correct deviations and variables affecting schedules, costs, quality, and other factors.
• Prepares and analyzes documentation as required (i.e. production reports, log sheets, etc.).
• Reviews work procedures for safety regulations and concerns.
• Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
• Confers with management, engineering, and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
• Performs audits for safety compliance; facilitates the 6S audit program.
• Assists with budget and goal setting of the operation.
• Complies with all EHS rules required for the work environment.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 3 years leadership experience.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with TPM, Synchronous Mfg., and Kaizen Concepts.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, have good team building skills, excellent people skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, technically oriented.
• Must be energetic and a self-starter, able to promote and implement change, have good PC skills, good telephone skills, strong organizational skills, and ability to promote a continuous improvement atmosphere.

About Us

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2024 Environmental Social and Governance report at Follow: LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email

About Kyyba:

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.

At Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development.

Description:

Complete engine calibration in accordance with procedures to meet regulations and other performance targets (emission, fuel economy, power, drivability and OBD)

• Prepare and manage calibration and resource schedule to meet development deadlines
• Test preparation, data collection, data analysis, and technical report creation on a regular basis
• Build successful relationships with calibration technician group
• Conduct vehicle testing and development under extreme environmental conditions (hot, cold, high altitude)
• Complete required internal training necessary for job execution (Technical, Driving, etc.)Perform software logic and value confirmation activities

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Mechanical, Electrical or other related Engineering discipline
• Experience in engine calibration (2+ years)
• Excellent driving record
• Thorough understanding of internal combustion engine theory/practice
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Experience investigating technical issues and creating effective technical solutions
• Emission, bench, drivability or OBD calibration experience in conventional and/or hybrid powertrain
• Experience calibrating engine controls for markets other than the US (Japan, Europe, China, etc.)
• Experience with Model-Based Design or Calibration processes
• Experience with other programming languages such as Python, VBA, etc.
• Proficiency in project management tools
• Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink/C/C++ programming languages
• Experience working in a culturally diverse environment
• Understanding of Emission and OBD regulations for US and other markets

Disclaimer:

Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans /Veteran Spouses/ Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.”

Rewards:

Medical, dental, vision

401k

Term life

Voluntary life and disability insurance

Optional Pre-paid legal plan

Optional Identity theft plan

Optional Medical and dependent FSA

Work-visa sponsorship

Opportunity for advancement

Long-term assignment with opportunity for hire by client

SELECT AWARDS

• An INC 5000 company for 10 years
• Corp! Michigan Economic Bright Spots
• Crain’s Detroit Business Top Staffing Service Companies in Detroit
• TechServe Alliance Excellence Award- IT and Engineering Staffing & Solutions
• Best of MichBusiness winner in HR Wizards & Partnerships
• Metro Detroit Elite Category: Recruitment, Selection & Orientation for 101 Best & Brightest
• 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in Michigan

Oliver / Hatcher Construction, located in Novi, MI, is a full-service construction management and general contracting firm built on relationships and experience. Key sectors served include office, manufacturing, healthcare, and warehousing. Known for their emphasis on safety, collaboration, and quality, Oliver / Hatcher is recognized by Crain’s Detroit “Best Places to Work” for three consecutive years.

The Preconstruction Manager Position

The Company is adding a Preconstruction Manager to its team based on consistent backlog and growth. The Preconstruction Manager supports all phases of preconstruction through the following:

• Lead and support GC, CM, GMP, and Design-Build pursuits, including RFP responses, bid strategy and preconstruction planning
• Manage subcontractor procurement, bid solicitation, scope leveling buyout, negotiations, and subcontract execution
• Perform and oversee quantity take-offs, unit pricing, value engineering, logistics planning and risk management
• Review plans and bidding documents for completeness, accuracy, and consistency; develop scopes of work and bid packages
• Manage RFIs, change documentation, and all preconstruction records in compliance with company procedures and ISO quality standards
• Develop and maintain strong subcontractor and vendor relationships; build and expand bid lists
• Support estimating and preconstruction teams with documentation, permits, meeting coordination, and project file management
• Coordinate transition from preconstruction to operations, ensuring clear documentation and alignment
• Write, review, and approve subcontractor scopes of work, and provide feedback and input on construction and client contract terms

Desired Experience, Skills, and Abilities of the Preconstruction Manager

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, Architecture, or related
• Mid-Level to Senior Position 4-5+ years of preconstruction with commercial construction projects
• Capability to assist in the lead of project pursuits in multiple market sectors, including Commercial, Industrial, manufacturing, warehouse & distribution, and mixed-use
• Demonstrated knowledge of building construction, materials, systems, market conditions, and trade practices
• Knowledge of estimating and quantity takeoff software
• Experience leading Preconstruction meetings
• Previous supervisory experience managing and mentoring junior staff
• Knowledge of work breakdown structures, CSI divisions, and Uniformat estimating formats
• Must demonstrate and model OHC’s core values

Compensation, Benefits, and Structure of the Preconstruction Manager

The position is full-time and permanent, with a competitive salary structure based on skills and experience. In addition, the Company offers a bonus plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance, a 401K Plan with employer match, ongoing career development and training, and a team-based work environment.

The Recruitment Process for the Preconstruction Manager

The recruitment process will include a combination of virtual and in-person interviews and a pre-employment background check and drug test. The process, which is being facilitated through EctoHR, Inc., is designed to ensure that candidates are aligned with the Company's mission and vision.

Oliver / Hatcher Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer!

Job ID: 516974

Oldcastle® APG, a CRH Company, is North America’s leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer’s portfolio of premier building products inspires endless possibilities while providing enduring outdoor spaces where people can connect, reflect and recharge. Award-winning brands include Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, MoistureShield® composite decking, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches and landscape features, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Manager is responsible for leading and integrating all non-production support functions that are essential to the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of the plant. This role has direct ownership of site-level performance in quality, safety, engineering, processing, mix operations, and tooling. The Manufacturing Manager partners closely with production leadership to drive continuous improvement, ensure regulatory and corporate compliance, and support operational excellence across all manufacturing processes.

Job Location

• This is an onsite role based in Flint, MI

Job Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and tactical leadership to site-level quality, safety, engineering, processing, mix, and tooling teams
• Ensure alignment with corporate policies, industry standards, and applicable regulatory requirements
• Develop and maintain systems that support product quality, workplace safety, and process capability
• Establish clear performance expectations and accountability across all support functions
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventative actions for quality and safety incidents
• Oversee the development and control of mix formulations, process parameters, and tooling readiness to support production needs
• Support the introduction of new products, processes, and technologies, ensuring smooth integration into existing operations
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure equipment and tooling are optimized for performance, reliability, and safety
• Identify and implement processing improvements to reduce waste, improve product quality, and enhance workplace safety
• Lead or support kaizen events, value stream mapping, and other lean manufacturing initiatives
• Monitor key performance indicators and drive data-based decision-making across support functions
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational discipline
• Ensure full compliance with OSHA and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Maintain audit readiness and lead internal and external audits related to quality, safety, and environmental compliance
• Develop and enforce risk mitigation strategies to reduce operational, environmental, and safety risks
• Promote a proactive safety culture through training, engagement, and visible leadership

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field required
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial operations, with at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role
• Demonstrated experience in managing or collaborating with quality, safety and engineering functions
• Strong knowledge or lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma tools, and quality management systems
• Familiarity with OSHA and other regulatory frameworks
• Effective leadership, coaching, and team development skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (SAP preferred)

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

This off-shift position is located within our Plant 10 Whitehall Casting Operation and will direct and motivate the manufacturing work force to produce products of high quality in the most efficient and safe manner and ensure that scheduling meets business and customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervises an effective team; includes planning and holding meetings, preparing and conducting performance appraisals as appropriate, managing staffing levels (including vacations, overtime, and leaves of absences), assisting with career development (motivates, coaches, and trains to acquire maximum quality, productivity, morale, and cooperation), approving time and attendance, and prioritizing and making work assignments.
• Provides effective feedback to employees, both positive and negative. Maintains appropriate documentation for all disciplinary actions taken.
• Provides training and mentoring to new Supervisors.
• Directs training and orientation of employees to ensure EHS rules are known and understood, to improve work performance, and acquaint employees with company policies and procedures.
• Maintains compliance with the collective bargaining agreement. Interfaces between management and union officials. Handles grievances.
• Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Schedules production and work teams.
• Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operations, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
• Promotes EHS and continuous improvement initiatives and culture.
• Implements ABS principles and initiatives and is the 6S program leader.
• Interacts with their employees and other departments in order to manage the flow of product through the operation.
• Maintains inventories, as applicable.
• Creates a total awareness among assigned employees of Company policies, regulations, procedures, and business initiatives. Enforces compliance and acts as a positive resource for information and questions.
• Responds to emergencies. Assists in troubleshooting production problems. Investigates and analyzes. Initiates or recommends actions to correct deviations and variables affecting schedules, costs, quality, and other factors.
• Prepares and analyzes documentation as required (i.e. production reports, log sheets, etc).
• Reviews work procedures for safety regulations and concerns.
• Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
• Confers with management, engineering, and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
• Performs audits for safety compliance; facilitates the 6S audit program.
• Assists with budget and goal setting of the operation.
• Complies with all EHS rules required for the work environment.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Job Roles

• Anticipation--asks questions to understand needs of multiple stakeholder groups; prepares operation for optimal execution; contributes as a strategic partner to planning process
• Reliability--leads by example; provides goal and measurement information to others; facilitates safe environment; works effectively within parameters of bargaining unit contract
• Optimizer--improves processes; executes production for maximal output; eliminates waste; increases quality; aligns activity and resources to desired outcomes; sets others up for success
• Facilitator--interacts with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels; furnishes accurate instructions to others; acts as liaison between planning, management and execution elements of the business
• Responsiveness--deals effectively with the unforeseen; modifies labor schedule or other variables as needed based on circumstances
• Influence-- delegates effectively; capable of explaining the why behind a recommendation or directive; advocates for the business; maintains approachability; deals with conflict and change effectively
• Organization and structure--plans daily; coordinates to deliver on time; ensures efficiencies while balancing priorities of multiple projects and stakeholder groups; has contingency plans
• Observation--sees and hears through the lens of performance; enables accuracy in scheduling, quality in production and relationship with customers; makes recommendations and changes based on patterns and data; monitors for feedback and communicates findings; sees physical and personnel issues and acts on observations; has a finger on the pulse of what occurs within the plant
• Ownership--accepts accountability for the performance of others and the business; inspires ownership and improvement in others; invites measurement

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 3 years leadership experience
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with TPM, Synchronous Mfg., and Kaizen Concepts
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, have good team building skills, excellent people skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, technically oriented
• Must be energetic and a self-starter, able to promote and implement change, have good PC skills, good telephone skills, strong organizational skills, and ability to promote a continuous improvement atmosphere

This off-shift position is located within our Plant 10 Whitehall Casting Operation and will direct and motivate the manufacturing work force to produce products of high quality in the most efficient and safe manner and ensure that scheduling meets business and customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervises an effective team; includes planning and holding meetings, preparing and conducting performance appraisals as appropriate, managing staffing levels (including vacations, overtime, and leaves of absences), assisting with career development (motivates, coaches, and trains to acquire maximum quality, productivity, morale, and cooperation), approving time and attendance, and prioritizing and making work assignments.
• Provides effective feedback to employees, both positive and negative. Maintains appropriate documentation for all disciplinary actions taken.
• Provides training and mentoring to new Supervisors.
• Directs training and orientation of employees to ensure EHS rules are known and understood, to improve work performance, and acquaint employees with company policies and procedures.
• Maintains compliance with the collective bargaining agreement. Interfaces between management and union officials. Handles grievances.
• Ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Schedules production and work teams.
• Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operations, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
• Promotes EHS and continuous improvement initiatives and culture.
• Implements ABS principles and initiatives and is the 6S program leader.
• Interacts with their employees and other departments in order to manage the flow of product through the operation.
• Maintains inventories, as applicable.
• Creates a total awareness among assigned employees of Company policies, regulations, procedures, and business initiatives. Enforces compliance and acts as a positive resource for information and questions.
• Responds to emergencies. Assists in troubleshooting production problems. Investigates and analyzes. Initiates or recommends actions to correct deviations and variables affecting schedules, costs, quality, and other factors.
• Prepares and analyzes documentation as required (i.e. production reports, log sheets, etc).
• Reviews work procedures for safety regulations and concerns.
• Plans, develops, and implements new methods and procedures designed to improve operations, minimize operating costs, and effect greater utilization of labor and materials.
• Confers with management, engineering, and quality control personnel to resolve maintenance problems and recommend measures to improve operations and conditions of machines and equipment.
• Performs audits for safety compliance; facilitates the 6S audit program.
• Assists with budget and goal setting of the operation.
• Complies with all EHS rules required for the work environment.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Job Roles

• Anticipation--asks questions to understand needs of multiple stakeholder groups; prepares operation for optimal execution; contributes as a strategic partner to planning process
• Reliability--leads by example; provides goal and measurement information to others; facilitates safe environment; works effectively within parameters of bargaining unit contract
• Optimizer--improves processes; executes production for maximal output; eliminates waste; increases quality; aligns activity and resources to desired outcomes; sets others up for success
• Facilitator--interacts with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels; furnishes accurate instructions to others; acts as liaison between planning, management and execution elements of the business
• Responsiveness--deals effectively with the unforeseen; modifies labor schedule or other variables as needed based on circumstances
• Influence-- delegates effectively; capable of explaining the why behind a recommendation or directive; advocates for the business; maintains approachability; deals with conflict and change effectively
• Organization and structure--plans daily; coordinates to deliver on time; ensures efficiencies while balancing priorities of multiple projects and stakeholder groups; has contingency plans
• Observation--sees and hears through the lens of performance; enables accuracy in scheduling, quality in production and relationship with customers; makes recommendations and changes based on patterns and data; monitors for feedback and communicates findings; sees physical and personnel issues and acts on observations; has a finger on the pulse of what occurs within the plant
• Ownership--accepts accountability for the performance of others and the business; inspires ownership and improvement in others; invites measurement

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 3 years leadership experience
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with TPM, Synchronous Mfg., and Kaizen Concepts
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, have good team building skills, excellent people skills; ability to handle multiple tasks, technically oriented
• Must be energetic and a self-starter, able to promote and implement change, have good PC skills, good telephone skills, strong organizational skills, and ability to promote a continuous improvement atmosphere