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Provides technical support to the Units of Production, Outside vendors and Quality Laboratories as it relates to meeting Quality System and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

*Associates or Bachelor Degree in a Science or Engineering Discipline, or equivalent experience in Manufacturing with strong emphasis in quality. *Experience with compliance to FDA and ISO guidelines including SOPs, auditing, and documentation requirements is highly desirable. *Experience in statistical sampling and conducting tests on packaging components, bulk and finished goods.

*Color matching experience preferred.

Targeting 3-5 years' in packaging inspection. Experience in document management, SOP and records review, various admin tasks.

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, Fairway Market®, and Gourmet Garage® banners.

Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay a step ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co-operative members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best-in-class procurement practices.

We are seeking a seasoned SAP MM Procurement Lead with deep expertise in retail supply chain processes to lead procurement transformation initiatives. The candidate would also be Participate in design and implementation of overall Procurement solutions including Master Data, Direct and Indirect Procurement, Vendor Funding, Promotion Management (PMR), Sourcing Strategy, PO pricing, WMS and EDI integration and other related functionality

Key Responsibilities

• Lead SAP MM module implementation in retail environments, focusing on procurement, inventory, and supply chain processes.
• Drive the conceptual work and provide recommendations around overall S/4 HANA P2P (Procure to Pay) and system architecture as well as implementation roadmap to support business requirements
• Design and configure Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes including purchase requisitions, purchase orders, inventory management, vendor evaluation, and invoice verification.
• Responsible for all Procure to Pay (P2P) configuration and integration with other downstream applications, legacy systems, warehouse management system and third party application
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into functional specifications and coordinate closely with the ABAP team to ensure successful completion of the enhancement.
• Facilitate collaborative architecture discussions within IT, with Business and external SMEs
• Lead and mentor a team of SAP consultants and collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment and success.
• Oversee master data management for articles, vendors, and purchasing info records.
• Conduct fit-gap analysis, blueprinting, and solution design for procurement processes.
• Support testing, training, and change management activities during project rollout
• Scope includes working with other SAP and non-SAP systems and support any enhancements and related integrations
• Drive end-to-end Accounts Payable process optimization, including invoice receipt, three-way matching, exception handling, and payment processing.
• Collaborate with finance teams to resolve AP discrepancies, automate workflows, and improve vendor payment cycles.

Experience:

• 10+ years of SAP MM experience, with 3+ years in retail procurement.
• Strong understanding of retail supply chain, store replenishment, and procurement cycles.
• Experience with a focus on Supply Chain / Procure to Pay, WMS and EDI integration, Purchasing in Retail Industry
• Experience with SAP IS-Retail (Article Master, Site Master, Listing, Pricing)
• Experience with cross-functional Integration with Sales & Distribution / Order to Cash, Inventory & Warehouse Management, and Accounts Payable processes strongly preferred
• Experience with Ariba modules (Sourcing, Buying, Contracts, Supplier Management) is a plus
• Demonstrated proficiency in leveraging AI tools to enhance business processes, automate workflows, and support data-driven decision-making.
• Strong understanding of SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), including its integration capabilities, extension suite, and data management services.
• Hands-on experience integrating SAP S/4HANA with mainframe systems, ensuring seamless data exchange and process synchronization across heterogeneous environments.
• Experience with BAPI, IDoc, API and FIORI apps is beneficial
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

Other Qualifications and Competencies:

• Bachelor’s Degree in areas of Business Information, Information technology, Engineering or other alternative education in support of requirements
• Strong understanding of SAP Retail solution portfolio and product strategy
• Prior experience in MRP, Production Orders and Planned Order – nice to have

About Wakefern

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, Fairway Market®, Gourmet Garage®, Di Bruno Bros.®, and Morton Williams® banners.

Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay a step ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co-operative members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best-in-class procurement practices.

About You

The Associate Manager of Store Design & Site Development leads the end-to-end planning, design, and execution of new store development projects. This role ensures that all site and store designs meet operational, aesthetic, and brand standards while coordinating with internal stakeholders and external partners to deliver high quality, cost-effective, and timely store openings. This role also oversees a team of three project engineers responsible for designing store layouts and ensuring alignment with Wakefern’s merchandising and operational standards.

Essential Job Functions:

• Supervise and mentor a team of three project engineers focused on store layout design.
• Assign projects, manage workloads, and ensure timely delivery of design milestones.
• Provide guidance on design standards, technical challenges, and cross-functional coordination.
• Evaluate potential sites for new supermarket locations, including store sizing and truck routing.
• Oversee site plan creation for member and Wakefern-identified locations
• Collaborate with Real Estate on lease-related construction issues, including tenant/landlord work schedules.
• Develop lease exhibits such as pylon signage and exterior elevations.
• Ensure site lighting complies with Wakefern standards.
• Lead store planning and design processes to align with Wakefern merchandising and operational standards.
• Design lighting plans and select appropriate fixtures.
• Issue RFPs and coordinate with architects, engineers, and consultants.
• Review and approve design documents to ensure alignment with customer experience and operational goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial site development, preferably in retail or supermarket environments.
• Strong knowledge of supermarket operations and store planning.
• Familiarity with zoning, permitting, and construction processes.
• Proficiency in design and project management tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Adobe, SketchUp).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• Ability to monitor computer screens, access interactive meetings with camera and sound.
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule as established by the company.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend and walk retail sites for long periods of time.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed, including long distances.

Leadership Competencies

• Think Strategically: Create a compelling vision, develop a strategy and empower others to achieve it
• Influence Others: The ability to effectively collaborate, inspire, persuade and align others
• Drive Change: Create the vision and drive the momentum for change
• Talent Planning: Build organizational and associate capability to achieve business goals
• Take Accountability: Drive a culture of ownership throughout the organization
• Inclusive Leadership: Role model inclusive leadership to leverage diversity

Core Competencies

• Communicate Effectively: Communicates thoughts and ideas in a well-organized manner, encouraging two-way communication.
• Build Relationships: Creates cross-functional partnerships through the development and maintenance of constructive and cooperative relationships.
• Stay Competitive: Demonstrates a mindset of continuous improvement while exhibiting passion and enthusiasm for their work.
• Embrace Change: Looks for new ways of working by supporting advancements in processes and technology.
• Develop You: Identifies and capitalizes on opportunities for personal and professional career growth.
• Drive for Results: Supports divisional and strategic objectives through achievement of work goals.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is: $100,00 to $130,000.

Placement in the range depends on several factors, including experience, skills, education, geography, and budget considerations. Wakefern is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional development of our Associates. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match & annual company contribution, paid time off, holidays, and parental leave. Associates also enjoy access to wellness and family support programs, fitness reimbursement, educational and training opportunities through our corporate university, and a collaborative, team-oriented work environment. Many of these benefits are fully or partially funded by the company, with some subject to eligibility requirements.

• Oversee all drilling operations to ensure they are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Operate and maintain drilling rigs, ensuring they are in good working order and ready for use.
• Manage solid stem, casing, down hole hammer, and hollow bar operations.
• Implement and enforce safety standards and regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
• Train and supervise staff, providing guidance and feedback to improve performance.
• Collaborate with project managers and other team members to plan, coordinate, and execute construction projects.
• Inspect work to ensure it meets quality standards and adheres to project specifications.
• Resolve any issues or delays that may arise during the construction process.
• Prepare and submit progress reports to management, providing updates on project status and any challenges encountered.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a superintendent or similar role within the construction industry.
• Proven experience in drilling operations, including solid stem, casing, down hole hammer, and hollow bar.
• Proficiency in operating drilling rigs and setting up drills.
• Strong mechanical skills and a deep understanding of geotechnical construction.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to make decisions quickly.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A strong commitment to safety and adherence to regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Physical stamina and the ability to work in a variety of weather conditions.
• A degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant certifications may be required.

Biologics | Facility Maintenance Supervisor

Global Life Science Hub is partnered with a science-led biologics biotech that’s building a brand-new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in New Jersey. This site is set to become a flagship hub for commercial biologics drug substance manufacturing, with 4 cutting-edge suites scaling up to 6,000L capacity in the next 24–36 months.

We are seeking a Facility Supervisor to lead and coordinate site-wide maintenance operations across facility infrastructure, clean utilities, and biologics process equipment. This role will play a critical part in establishing maintenance strategy, driving equipment reliability, and ensuring ongoing GMP readiness as the site transitions from commissioning into full commercial operations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and manage maintenance projects required to support commercial biologics manufacturing operations.
• Coordinate scheduled, preventative, and emergency maintenance across GMP production suites.
• Manage CMMS/ERP work order systems and assign maintenance activities to technicians and external contractors.
• Identify future equipment, resource, and spare parts requirements aligned with production scale-up plans.
• Order and manage parts inventory for preventative maintenance, work orders, routine servicing, and emergency repairs.
• Lead development and execution of a robust Preventative Maintenance Program to ensure high equipment uptime and audit readiness.
• Oversee maintenance and reliability of:
• Single-use and stainless-steel bioreactors
• CIP/SIP systems
• Clean utilities (WFI, clean steam, compressed air, nitrogen)
• HVAC and classified cleanroom environments
• Process piping and automation interfaces
• Support Quality Improvement initiatives including investigations, deviation response reports, and CAPA implementation related to equipment and facility systems.
• Ensure full compliance with FDA, cGMP, and regulatory requirements for a commercial biologics site.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years supporting equipment within a cGMP-regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of clean utilities, facility infrastructure, and classified manufacturing environments.
• Ability to work across shifts based on business needs during ramp-up and commercial launch phases.
• Computer proficient with experience using CMMS/ERP systems.

• Build Lasting Relationships: Connect with clients and their pets, becoming their trusted partner in a pet's lifelong health.
• Practice Your Best Medicine: From diagnosis to treatment, you'll lead patient care with the freedom to uphold the highest standards.
• Educate and Empower: Clearly communicate findings and treatment plans, empowering clients to make informed decisions.
• Collaborate and Grow: Work alongside a supportive paraprofessional team, contributing to a positive hospital culture.

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree.
• A valid state license and in good standing to practice.
• A collaborative spirit and a dedication to practicing the highest standard of medicine.
• Excellent communication skills with a positive, friendly attitude.

As part of the Mission Pet Health family, you get the autonomy of a local practice backed by the comprehensive benefits and resources of a larger network. The focus is on investing in you, so you can focus on what you love.

Competitive base salary and a monthly production bonus with no negative accrual.

Comprehensive coverage including Health, Dental, Vision, and more, plus Maternity Leave and 24/7 TeleDoc access.

Plan for your future with a 401k featuring a generous company match, plus Long & Short-Term Disability insurance for peace of mind.

Receive a yearly CE allowance with dedicated paid days off. Grow with leadership tracks and structured mentorship.

Tap into a nationwide community of over 20,000 veterinary professionals for collaboration and to explore your unique interests.

Company-paid Professional Liability Coverage, so you can focus on what you do best: practicing great medicine.

Mission Pet Health was founded by veterinarians on the belief that local practices thrive with clinical autonomy, collaboration, and medical excellence. The organization provides world-class support to its 850+ hospital teams on a hyper-local basis so they can focus on what matters most: the medicine, their patients, and their team culture. Learn more at .

Driving the award-winning culture are the WAG values - Work Together, Amaze, and Grow. Mission Pet Health is veterinarian-led, people-focused, and on a mission to be the best place to work in veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement: Mission Pet Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

For over three decades, Marx Imports has supplied premium and specialty meats to distributors, manufacturers, and retailers across the United States. We have a full range of premium beef, pork and poultry, along with a comprehensive range of game and specialty meats. Our products are all brand driven programs with compelling stories and claims – no pure commodities here. 

We are expanding our national distributor network and are looking for a well-connected, highly maneuverable salesperson to identify, open, and grow opportunities with food distributors across the country.

If you are an energetic, relationship-driven, effective salesperson with proven experience selling protein into distribution, we encourage you to apply.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced foodservice meat salesperson who understands the dynamics of selling into distribution. You must have strong protein knowledge, a deep understanding of the meat cold chain, and the ability to build trust quickly with purchasing teams, category managers, and distributor leadership.

This role requires independence, hustle, strong follow-through, and an existing network of distributor contacts throughout the U.S.

You must be driven to succeed and able to build, manage, and grow your own book of business.

Our Ideal Candidate Will Have Most of the Following:

• Extensive distributor relationships nationwide; proven track record selling meat into distribution
• Strong protein / meat industry experience, including imported and domestic meat programs
• Deep understanding of the meat cold chain, logistics, and product movement
• Experience selling beef, pork, poultry, lamb, veal, seafood, or specialty proteins
• Ability to communicate product value propositions and close deals
• Understanding of foodservice purchasing behavior, pricing structures, and margin requirements
• Ability to identify gaps in distributor portfolios and recommend strategic product fits
• Tech-savviness and CRM/communication proficiency
• Strong self-motivation and ability to work independently
• An inclination to utilize AI tools to maximize your effectiveness

Chef experience or a culinary background is a plus but not required.

Compensation

Salary: $100,000 – $250,000+ (depending on experience)

Compensation may include commission, incentives, or bonus opportunities tied to performance.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and a thoughtful cover letter outlining:

• Your experience selling protein into distribution
• Why you want to work with Marx Imports
• Why you believe you’ll be successful in this role

Job Purpose

To use your unique talents, experience, skills, education and enthusiasm to complete the Operations team and to recognize that your contribution is essential to the vision of Ring Container Technologies.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Ensure the safe and efficient operation of all equipment to meet or exceed company established Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) expectations and customer quality expectations.

• Monitor equipment OEE for inefficiencies and recommend and/or make necessary improvements.
• Develop improvements for safer and more efficient operations.
• Ensure all machines guards are in place and functional.
• Ensure all unsafe conditions are corrected immediately.
• Ensure Lock out / Tag out policy is followed.
• Troubleshoot all major problems.

Responsible for continuing/implementing the Ring Family Culture in the facility.

• Employees are the first priority, production is secondary.
• Welcome employees to the plant every day inquiring about their personal lives and showing that Ring cares about our employees.
• Manage by walking around during the shift initiating conversations with questions regarding the well-being of the employee.
• Catch someone doing something well and praise. Recognize their efforts.
• Understand that all employees are people and all of us have challenges. Search for the reason behind the issue, actively listen and resolve to the benefit of all.

Responsible for leading and supporting employee engagement initiatives.

• Conduct focused walks semi-weekly through the plant to engage with the employees.
• Utilizing active listening skills, ask probing questions that encourage employee input on issues or opportunities related to safety, quality, performance, goals, scheduling, teamwork, etc.,
• Note opportunities for improvement and potential solutions based on employee input.
• Develop strategies that all for employee led teams to implement or ‘try’
• Provide ongoing feedback to employee led teams and support efforts that lead to improved results, even during times of initial failure.
• Celebrate wins and recognize employees participating on successful teams.

Educate plant personnel on safe and proper operation of machinery, ensuring all employees receive proper and timely training.

• Develop problem solving and troubleshooting skills in maintenance personnel.

Maintain accurate and sufficient parts inventory while meeting the established budget.

• Order and maintain min/max inventory levels of repair and/or replacement parts.

Schedule and coordinate appropriate downtime to effectively perform preventative maintenance on all equipment.

• Ensure equipment is clean and in ‘showroom condition’.
• Pro-active in addressing machine inefficiencies during preventative maintenance.

Maintain Computerized Maintenance Management Software (CMMS) system.

• Maintain equipment files, vendor records, quotes, manuals, repair records, etc.
• Record maintenance and repair costs; control costs through use of appropriate repair and/or purchasing methods.

Coordinate with quality personnel to ensure machines are manufacturing products that exceed customer quality expectations.

Schedule and coordinate all Total Productive Manufacturing (TPM) events with maintenance and production personnel.

• Provide necessary training to all employees.
• Establish and maintain TPM standards on all equipment.
• Schedule events to ensure equipment meets TPM standards.

Maintain employee documentation and schedule labor to meet budget requirements.

• Maintain performance evaluations, attendance records and review time cards.
• Direct the work of employees to correct improper work habits and/or behavior; reward good job performance and take corrective action as required.

Communicate problems, progress reports and continuous improvement ideas to management staff, maintenance and production personnel.

May perform the duties of Production Supervisor as needed or required.

Support the development, implementation, maintenance and ongoing improvement of food safety, food defense, and quality systems to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local government regulatory food safety requirements and Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI) or British Retail Consortium (BRC) standards.

• Ensure maintenance employees adhere to food safety, food defense, and prerequisite programs (such as security, pest control, foreign material control, allergen control, chemical control, etc.) as required.
• Ensure all maintenance work is performed in a food-safe manner to prevent contamination and that housekeeping duties are performed and documented according to the Master Cleaning Schedule.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement which proactively recognizes and addresses deficiencies.
• Ensure that sufficient maintenance budget is created each year to maintain a high standard of quality and food safety of the facility structure and all equipment.

Experience, Educational and Technical Qualifications

Our Maintenance Manager must have a minimum of 5 years supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment and a 4 year technical degree and/or equivalent military experience. He/she must have the ability to provide technical guidance through past experience and industry knowledge. He/she should possess strong people skills, leadership qualities, managerial abilities, a sense of urgency, accountability, business ethics, professionalism, self-motivation and the desire and focus to improve the business.

#LI-BH1

Ring Container Technologiesis an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of Ring to apply recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation and professional development practices without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or certain classifications based on genetic information.

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, and Gourmet Garage® banners.

Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay a step ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co-operative members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best-in-class procurement practices.

Summary

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing, developing, and implementing complex projects, with a focus on cloud-based data warehousing and reporting solutions and driving efficiency within the organization. The role plays a pivotal role in defining data cloud architecture that requires close collaboration with application developers, data engineers, data analysts, data scientists, and BI developers to ensure seamless data integration and automation across various platforms. The Cloud Data Warehouse Architect is responsible for evaluating and selecting the most effective cloud technologies, data governance and compliance, and data warehouse process alignment with security best practices and industry regulations. The role demands passion for cutting-edge cloud solutions, performance optimization, and a proactive approach to troubleshooting complex data challenges in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment. This role will enable organization to build scalable, cost-efficient systems that support advanced analytics, business intelligence, and machine learning use cases.

Essential Functions

• Participate in the development life cycle (requirements definition, project approval, design, development, and implementation) and maintenance of the systems.
• Define architecture standards and best practices for data warehousing and cloud infrastructure.
• Develop and manage backup strategies, disaster recovery plans, and failover mechanisms to ensure business continuity.
• Provide input for project plans and timelines to align with business objectives.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Work with cross-functional teams and ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Provide regular updates to the management team.
• Follow the standards and procedures according to Architecture Review Board best practices, revising standards and procedures as requirements change and technological advancements are incorporated into the >tech_ structure.
• Communicates and promotes the code of ethics and business conduct.
• Ensures completion of required company compliance training programs.
• Is trained – either through formal education or through experience – in software / hardware technologies and development methodologies.
• Stays current through personal development and professional and industry organizations.

Additional Functions

• Design scalable, secure, and efficient data warehouse solutions on cloud platforms such as Azure, Google Cloud, AWS.
• Implement robust security measures to ensure data privacy and comply with regulatory standards.
• Leverage cloud-native automation tools to streamline data management and reduce manual processes.
• Design, build, and maintain automated data pipelines and ETL/ELT processes, ensuring scalability and reliability in data operations.
• Design and implement data integration solutions to automate data flow between systems and databases.
• Designs and develops cloud automation solutions using various technologies, such as scripting languages, databases, APIs, and cloud services.
• Monitors and troubleshoots the cloud data warehouse solutions, resolving any issues or errors.
• Provides training and support to the end users of the cloud solutions.
• Maintain detailed architecture documentation and best practices for the organization’s data cloud infrastructure.
• Stay up-to-date with cloud technologies and data architecture trends to recommend and implement new tools and solutions.
• Understands cloud FinOps including chargeback and alert monitoring

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cloud data warehouse design, cloud computing, and data architecture.
• A bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, information systems, or a related field.
• Deep understanding of cloud-based data warehousing solutions (e.g., Azure Fabric, Google BigQuery, AWS etc.)
• Knowledge of data security, encryption, and compliance in cloud environments.
• Understanding of DevOps practices and cloud infrastructure automation (CI/CD, Teraforms)
• Strong knowledge and skills in data automation technologies, such as Python, SQL, ETL/ELT tools, Kafka, APIs, cloud data pipelines, etc.
• Experience with data modeling tools.
• Familiarity with BI visualization tools such as Looker, Tableau, Microstrategy, PowerBI, or similar.
• Strong knowledge and skills in data management, data quality, and data governance.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work on multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to learn new technologies and tools quickly.
• The ability to handle stressful situations.
• Highly developed business acuity and acumen.
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

• This position requires in-person office presence at least 4x a week.

Wakefern Food Corp. is the largest retailer-owned cooperative in the United States and supports its co-operative members' retail operations, trading under the ShopRite®, Price Rite®, The Fresh Grocer®, Dearborn Markets®, and Gourmet Garage® banners.

Employing an innovative approach to wholesale business services, Wakefern focuses on helping the independent retailer compete in a big business world. Providing the tools entrepreneurs need to stay a step ahead of the competition, Wakefern’s co-operative members benefit from the company’s extensive portfolio of services, including innovative technology, private label development, and best-in-class procurement practices.

About You

We are seeking a skilled and motivated COBOL Programmer to join our technology team supporting the Merchandising and Finance departments. This role is ideal for someone with strong mainframe development experience who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering reliable, scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and support mainframe applications using COBOL, CICS, JCL, SQL, and DB2.
• Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements.
• Design and implement efficient database structures and queries to support business processes.
• Provide production support, troubleshoot issues, and implement timely fixes and enhancements.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Document technical specifications and maintain system documentation.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of systems and data.

Required Qualifications

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven experience in software development, including:
• Requirements analysis
• Relational database design
• Production support and troubleshooting
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with mainframe technologies:
• COBOL
• CICS
• JCL
• SQL & DB2
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to recommend effective solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to write clean, readable, and maintainable code.
• Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and grow professionally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Java or other modern programming languages is a plus.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices is advantageous.

Working Conditions

Location: Edison, NJ Tech Office

Onsite: 4 days per week

Remote: 1 day per week