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Vector's client located in Ashtabula, OH serves the construction, plumbing and excavation trades by providing them with quality pipe tools. They are on the hunt for a Production Manager to join their team!

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Job Summary:

The Senior Production Manager is responsible for leading daily plant operations, ensuring seamless production planning, optimizing workflows, and maintaining inventory accuracy. They will oversee staff training, procurement, production schedules, and resource allocation, working closely with engineering, sales, shipping and purchasing teams to align production with business goals. This role requires a results-oriented leader who can drive continuous improvement initiatives, implement data-driven decision-making, and enhance overall efficiency.

Responsibilities:

Production Planning & Optimization

• Develop and implement data-driven production plans to meet demand while minimizing costs and waste.

• Work closely with sales and purchasing teams to ensure optimal inventory levels year-round.

• Utilize analytics and performance metrics to refine scheduling, reduce bottlenecks, and improve output.

• Ensure accurate inventory costing and maintain up-to-date bill of materials (BOMs).

Shop Floor Management & Efficiency

• Oversee daily plant operations, ensuring efficient workflow and resource utilization.

• Allocate labor, equipment, and materials effectively to meet production targets.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment by enforcing safety policies and compliance.

• Work closely with engineering and maintenance to ensure preventative maintenance programs are in place.

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise procurement and shipping operations, including but not limited to material/product receiving, inventory management, and coordination of outbound shipments.

• Train, mentor, and oversee plant operations staff, including procurement and production teams.

• Provide a clear sense of direction and focus, ensuring team motivation and accountability.

• Foster a positive culture of teamwork, continuous improvement, and problem-solving.

Process Improvement & Cost Control

• Assist external specialists in implementing cost accounting procedures to improve financial tracking and cost efficiency.

• Identify and find ways to make our processes better by using efficient manufacturing methods, keeping the workspace organized and clean, and improving quality.

• Enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize production flow.

• Develop and manage the plant budget, ensuring cost-effective operations.

Quality Control & Compliance

• Ensure all products meet company quality standards and industry regulations.

• Develop and implement inspection procedures to maintain high product standards and consistency.

• Maintain compliance with OSHA and other regulatory requirements.

Cross-Department Collaboration

• Work with Sale to align production capabilities with market demand.

• Collaborate with the Shipping Department to ensure timely and accurate delivery of products.

• Work closely with Engineering to integrate new product designs into manufacturing.

• Provide data-driven reports to management regarding production efficiency, costs, and challenges.

Requirements

• At lease 10+ years of manufacturing experience, including plant operations and production management.

• Proven ability to optimize production planning through data-driven decision-making.

• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing production teams.

• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems, Production planning, cost tracking, inventory management, BOM, and waste reduction.

• Familiarity with efficient manufacturing methods.

• Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive, results-oriented mindset.

• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities supported by facts and data.

• Proficient in Microsoft 365 workflow tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in cost accounting or budget management related to production operations.

• Knowledge of CNC machining, assembly processes, or precision manufacturing.

• Familiarity with regulatory compliance.

• • Comfortable working in both strategic planning and hands-on execution.

Job Description

About the job

About the Company

With facilities in Northeast (Ashtabula) Ohio and El Paso, Texas, we emerged as a trusted leader in the metal finishing industry. We proudly serve North America’s leading manufacturers and distributors.

Our automated facilities, talented mix of experienced platers and continuous improvement professionals, and our data-driven, systems approach to plating enable us to consistently process parts correctly and on time.

We have the capability to plate complex and delicate parts, and we possess the flexibility to handle high-volume orders as well as small lot orders.

Summary/Objective of Role

The Technical Director is responsible for the performance and stability of our plating chemistry and wastewater treatment (WWT) systems.

This role ensures chemistry and WWT processes operate safely, consistently, efficiently and within defined operating parameters so production reliably meets customer specifications. The role focuses on building and maintaining disciplined process control systems so plating chemistry and wastewater treatment operate predictably and support stable production.

The Technical Director leads the company’s chemistry teams across all facilities, establishes strong process control systems, and drives continuous improvement.

We operate facilities in Ashtabula, Ohio; Jefferson, Ohio; and El Paso, Texas, each with a chemistry and wastewater treatment team reporting to the Technical Director.

Essential Functions

Process Control

• Define operating targets and specification limits for plating chemistry and WWT systems
• Ensure plating baths remain within optimal operating parameters
• Review titration, Hull cell, and lab data to detect and correct issues
• Lead root cause analysis when plating results fall outside expectations

Wastewater Treatment & Compliance

• Ensure wastewater treatment systems consistently operate within permitted limits
• Troubleshoot treatment issues and restore process control
• Maintain compliance with EPA and environmental regulations

Leadership

• Lead Chemistry Managers and Chemistry Technicians across all facilities
• Set clear expectations and hold teams accountable for performance
• Coach and develop team members to strengthen technical capability

Continuous Improvement

• Reduce process variation, scrap, rework, and chemical consumption
• Work with suppliers and industry experts to evaluate new chemistries and processes
• Identify opportunities to improve plating efficiency and reliability

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Procurement to improve process performance
• Support troubleshooting, product development, and operational improvements

Systems & Metrics Ownership

• Establish process controls and monitoring systems for plating chemistry and WWT
• Ensure lab data and operating metrics are consistently recorded and reviewed
• Identify trends before processes move out of control
• Standardize best practices across all facilities

Required Education, Experience, Skills, and Needs

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field
• 7–10+ years of experience in electroplating
• Strong knowledge of plating chemistry control and wastewater treatment systems
• Experience leading technical or process teams in a manufacturing environment
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
• Ability to use data to monitor and improve process performance
• Comfortable working in a cross-functional teams.
• Willing to reside within 30 miles of Ashtabula County, Ohio.
• Strong computer skills
• Comfortable working in a high-energy, continuous improvement, results-focused environment

Preferred Experience and Education

• 10 or more years of experience supervising a staff of 5 or more associates
• Familiar with TrueChem software

Planner II

Location: Geneva, OH

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 6:00/7:00 AM – 2:30/3:30 PM

Pay Range: $70,000 – $85,000 per year (depending on experience)

Position Overview

M Force Partners is seeking an experienced Planner II to support production operations and manufacturing scheduling activities. This Planner II role is responsible for selecting and sequencing jobs based on Master Production Schedule (MPS) driven demand and ensuring work is scheduled efficiently across workstations and machines.

The ideal Planner II will have strong experience in production planning, materials management, and manufacturing operations. This Planner II position plays a key role in coordinating planning activities, maintaining build plans, and ensuring materials and resources are aligned to meet production schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Select and sequence available jobs based on MPS demand for specific workstations or machines
• Meet regularly with contracts teams to review pending and recently received demand and assign planner responsibilities
• Manage overall workload and align resources to maintain balanced production flow
• Maintain manufacturing build plans on a daily basis
• Maintain run times and setup times associated with each job, product, or part
• Create and maintain expected completion timelines for scheduled jobs
• Review production schedules and confirm raw materials are available to support planned runs
• Develop forward-looking plans to support purchase requisitions and monitor incoming materials
• Monitor and coordinate outside services required for production operations
• Consolidate demand for purchase requisitions to support manufacturing schedules
• Identify critical parts and highlight potential issues that may impact the Master Production Schedule
• Drive communication between planning, project accounting, and project management teams
• Support organizational mission, values, and operational goals
• Follow quality and safety standards within the manufacturing environment
• Support additional projects and perform other duties as assigned
• Limited travel may be required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in production planning, manufacturing planning, or materials planning
• Strong understanding of production scheduling and project material management
• Experience working with MRP systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel, Pivot Tables, Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and quality orientation
• Ability to collaborate with customers, vendors, employees, and management across departments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Job presented by M Force Partners

M Force Partners is a specialized recruitment partner connecting top-tier talent with leading organizations. With a deep understanding of engineering, technical, medical, professional, and executive disciplines and industry demands, we deliver tailored recruitment solutions including direct hire and contract placements to ensure the right fit for both candidates and clients.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

M Force Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Job Description

Worthington Enterprises is seeking an Engineering & Maintenance Manager to join our team! This role is responsible for leading all plant engineering, maintenance, and reliability activities to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacturing operations. This role oversees preventive and corrective maintenance, capital projects, continuous improvement initiatives, and technical support for production while developing a strong, safety-focused maintenance and engineering team.

Relocation assistance will be considered for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance & Reliability

• Lead and manage plant maintenance operations, including preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs
• Ensure equipment uptime, reliability, and performance to support production goals
• Analyze downtime and failure data to drive root cause analysis and long-term solutions
• Develop and manage maintenance budgets, spare parts inventory, and vendor relationships
• Plan and schedule plant shutdowns in partnership with internal teams and external contractors

Engineering & Capital Projects

• Plan and execute capital improvement projects from concept through commissioning
• Provide engineering support for process improvements, equipment upgrades, and new installations
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory standards
• Support layout changes, automation initiatives, and energy efficiency projects

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and develop maintenance technicians, engineers, and supervisors
• Establish clear performance expectations and promote accountability
• Foster a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and teamwork
• Coordinate training to enhance technical skills and equipment knowledge

Safety, Quality, & Compliance

• Champion plant safety and quality programs and ensure compliance with company and regulatory requirements
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective action planning
• Ensure all maintenance and engineering activities follow current safety standards and codes

Continuous Improvement

• Drive lean manufacturing through the Worthington Business System, TPM, and reliability-centered maintenance initiatives
• Partner with operations, quality, and supply chain teams to improve plant performance
• Track and report KPIs such as uptime, MTBF, maintenance costs, and capital project performance

Desired Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Related Field required; equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• 5+ years of experience in engineering and/or maintenance leadership in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of industrial equipment, electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, trouble shooting skills, and automation
• Thorough understanding of safety programs and compliance
• Proven experience managing engineering/maintenance teams and execution of capital projects
• Proven experience in budget management and cost savings initiatives
• Strong problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills
• Lean, TPM, or Six Sigma experience
• CMMS experience and data-driven maintenance planning
• Professional Engineering (PE) license or reliability certification (CMRP)

About Us

Our Company is proud to have a dynamic and inclusive workforce where employees are empowered to innovate, thrive and grow. We believe that each employee’s unique strengths contribute to the success of our organization. This belief extends to how we consider our job applicants. Your talents may align with this position or other opportunities within our organization. Apply today to start unlocking your career potential with Worthington Enterprises.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities in the application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment with Worthington Enterprises and need an accommodation or assistance using the careers website, please contact

Worthington Enterprises (NYSE: WOR) is a designer and manufacturer of market-leading brands that help improve everyday life by elevating spaces and experiences. The Company operates with two primary business units: Building Products and Consumer Products.

The Building Products segment includes cooking, heating, cooling and water solutions, architectural and acoustical grid ceilings and metal framing and accessories. The Consumer Products segment provides solutions for the tools, outdoor living and celebrations categories. Product brands within the Worthington Enterprises portfolio include Balloon Time®, Bernzomatic®, Coleman® (propane cylinders), CoMet®, Elgen, Garden Weasel®, General®, HALO™, Hawkeye™, Level5 Tools®, Mag Torch®, NEXI™, Pactool International®, PowerCore™, Ragasco®, Well-X-Trol® and XLite™, among others.

Founded in 1955 as Worthington Industries, Worthington Enterprises follows a people-first Philosophy with earning money for its shareholders as its first corporate goal. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Worthington Enterprises and its joint ventures employ approximately 6,000 people throughout North America and Europe.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.