Engineering Structures Jobs in Montclair, CA

TITLE: Director, Inventory Strategy & Optimization

DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Purchasing

REPORTS TO: VP of Supply Chain Planning

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time, Exempt

Gold Star Foods is the leading food distributor to K-12 schools in the United States. We are a company devoted to providing our customers with incredible customer service. We know that it is our teammates who make the difference! Join our team and find out what it is like to work somewhere where you enjoy getting up for work every day!

POSITION OVERVIEW:

GS Foods Group is seeking a Director, Inventory Strategy & Optimization to lead enterprise inventory strategy, replenishment analytics, and decision support across inventory, sourcing, and buying. This role serves as the single point of accountability for inventory economics across the enterprise—translating service objectives and growth ambitions into clear inventory targets, policies, and trade-offs.

This leader is responsible for defining inventory policies, targets, and analytical insights that improve inventory health, GMROI, service levels, and working capital performance. The Director partners closely with S&OP, Procurement, Finance, and IT to ensure inventory and replenishment decisions are grounded in rigorous analysis and consistently applied across the business.

This role plays a critical part in driving adoption of inventory policies, improving inventory productivity, and strengthening enterprise-wide discipline around replenishment and inventory decision-making.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set and lead the enterprise inventory strategy and replenishment analytics agenda.
• Build, develop, and lead a high-performing optimization team through coaching, capability development, and clear performance expectations.
• Define and maintain inventory policies, including segmentation, service levels, safety stock strategies, and DIOH targets.
• Deliver decision-ready insights on inventory health, GMROI, cost structures, and service trade-offs.
• Shape sourcing and assortment decisions through inventory and margin economics.
• Prioritize inventory optimization and analytics use cases based on enterprise value and business impact.
• Ensure consistency of analytical assumptions and alignment with Finance.
• Drive adoption and trust in inventory policies, tools, and replenishment targets across the organization.
• Own inventory and replenishment system policies and parameters (e.g., segmentation, service levels, DIOH targets, buying parameters) across the business.
• Drive adoption, automation, and continuous improvement of system-generated replenishment targets (e.g., SOQs).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Deep expertise in inventory economics, GMROI, service-level trade-offs, and working capital management.
• Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate complex analysis into executive-level insights and recommendations.
• Strategic mindset with strong operational and financial acumen.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence decision-making across Commercial, Operations, Procurement, Finance, and IT.
• Strong leadership skills with experience building and developing high-performing analytics or optimization teams.
• Ability to drive adoption of analytical tools, policies, and system-generated recommendations.
• Experience prioritizing initiatives based on business value and measurable impact.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience in inventory management, replenishment, supply chain analytics, procurement analytics, or related disciplines.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist, or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques are required. May include lifting to 25 pounds on occasion.

EOE M/W/Vet/Disabled:

The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements as the employee may be required to perform any other duties as assigned. In the event of an absence where the teammate cannot perform these duties, the Manager will determine who shall perform these duties.

Affirmative Action Statement:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.

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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.

A well-established water utility company is seeking an experienced SCADA Manager to lead and manage the company’s SCADA infrastructure supporting water operations. This is a full time permanent position with a pleasant company culture and great benefits package.

This role is responsible for overseeing SCADA system development, upgrades, and maintenance, while managing a technical team and ensuring reliable and secure control systems across water facilities.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage and support the company-wide SCADA infrastructure
• Lead SCADA system upgrades, improvements, and long-term planning
• Supervise and mentor the SCADA technical team
• Oversee design and implementation of PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems
• Work with engineering and operations teams on capital projects and system improvements
• Ensure cybersecurity and disaster recovery planning for SCADA systems
• Background check and physical exam required
• Availability for occasional emergency response support

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Automation, or related.
• 10+ years of project/program management experience
• 7+ years of SCADA or Operational Technology experience
• Experience with PLC programming, automation, and communications systems
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Valid California driver’s license

Preferred

• Knowledge of SCADA standards (ISA-101, NIST 800-82)
• Experience with Schneider Electric PLCs or Aveva Historian
• Experience with water treatment or water distribution systems

Technica seeking a Senior HR Manager to serve as the senior onsite People leader for our Rancho Cucamonga operations. This role leads the local HR/Payroll function and partners closely with Operations and Executive leadership to strengthen workforce stability, improve manager effectiveness, and ensure consistent, compliant execution across employee relations, performance management, recruiting, training, and employee programs.

The position supports a workforce that includes equipment sales, field engineering, field service, warehouse, logistics, and operations employees. In addition to the California site, this role provides HR support across multiple U.S. states, including remote and field-based team members, requiring strong judgment, a practical understanding of multi-state employment compliance, and the ability to deliver a consistent employee experience across locations. Operations in San Jose also.

This role also interfaces with Technica's global parent organization, supporting cross-border reporting, documentation and communication needs. Success in this position requires strong documentation skills, comfort with HR/Payroll metrics and compliance reporting, and the ability to translate people data and operational issues into clear, executive-ready insights.

Key Responsibilities

HR Site Leadership & Business Partnership

• Serve as the primary HR leader for both warehouse sites supporting both hourly and salaried employees
• Partner with site leadership to improve workforce effectiveness, accountability, engagement and retention
• Coach supervisors and managers on performance management, corrective action, attendance practices and consistent documentation standards
• Ensure timely execution of HR deliverables aligned to business needs

People Management

• Provide leadership and daily direction for 1 onsite HR/Payroll employee
• Set team goals, ensure high service levels, and drive continuous improvement in HR processes
• Build internal capability through coaching, clear expectations and escalation support

Employee Relations & Compliance (Senior-Level)

• Lead employee relations matters including performance counseling, investigations, workplace conflict resolution, corrective action and separations
• Ensure HR practices comply with all applicable federal and California employment laws and align to company policy
• Partner with leadership on sensitive employee situations while ensuring professionalism, fairness and risk reduction

Workers' Compensation & Leave Administration

• Manage all aspects of Workers' Compensation: incident intake, documentation, coordination with medical providers and claims partners, return-to-work planning, modified duty coordination and claims trend analysis
• Support management of leaves of absence and employee accommodation processes

Benefits Oversight & Employee Support

• Provide onsite HR leadership oversight for employee benefit programs (medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability, 401(k), voluntary benefits)
• Partner with corporate/shared services and benefits vendors on employee questions, enrollment support, benefit education and leave/disability coordination
• Ensure benefit processes are communicated clearly across onsite and remote teams

Recruiting

• Ensure consistent interview practices and selection standards
• Partner with recruiting team to strengthen time-to-fill, quality-of-hire and early retention outcomes

Training & Development Partnership

• Lead and support onboarding quality, compliance training, leadership enablement and job training programs for warehouse roles
• Partner with site leaders to identify training gaps and improve supervisor capability

Multi-State HR Support

• Provide HR partnership for remote employees across multiple U.S. states, including Sales and field-based roles
• Support multi-state compliance including onboarding, policy alignment, employee relations and separation practices
• Multi-State Payroll

Reporting, Analytics & Executive Communication

• Develop clear HR reporting: headcount, turnover, retention risk, time-to-fill, safety/Workers' Comp trends, employee relations themes
• Prepare executive-ready PowerPoint presentations and monthly/quarterly site updates
• Provide structured reporting supporting leadership visibility and global reporting needs

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years progressive HR experience with strong Generalist depth
• 3+ years direct people management experience
• 3+ years multistate payroll experience
• 1–2 years recruiting experience (hands-on or leadership oversight)
• warehouse, industrial, or warehouse environment experience (required)
• Multi-state HR experience supporting employees across more than one U.S. state (required)
• Strong expertise in: employee relations and investigations, performance management, California HR compliance (wage & hour, policies, documentation), Workers' Compensation administration, benefits support and issue resolution
• Expert-level Excel skills (reporting, pivot tables, formulas, trend analysis)
• Expert-level PowerPoint skills (executive presentations, structured communication)
• Ability to work onsite with urgency and professionalism in a warehouse/production environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting field service workforces
• Experience partnering with global leadership or parent-company reporting expectations
• HR certification (PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP)
• Spanish or Mandarin proficiency a plus
• Netsuite/ADP/SDP a plus

Core Competencies

• Strong judgment and discretion in high-sensitivity situations
• High accountability and hands-on leadership style
• Data-driven decision making and clear documentation
• Analytical
• Strong executive communication and stakeholder management
• Ability to balance employee support with business requirements
• Comfort partnering closely with Operations/Sales leaders in a fast-paced environment

I am looking for a Cabling Project Manager. This is a 12-month contract position with a possible extension.

Note: Hybrid position in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. 2 to 3 days a week on-site.

About the Role:

We're seeking a sharp, organized pro who can own the project and design the network. You'll bridge engineering and execution, leading projects from kick-off through closeout while designing high-performance copper, fiber, and wireless networks. We want you on our team if you can coordinate boots on the ground while sketching out smart infrastructure.

Responsibilities:

• Project Management
• Lead and manage multiple structured cabling and infrastructure projects (fiber, copper, wireless)
• Build and maintain schedules, resource plans, and client communications
• Coordinate with field superintendents, techs, and subcontractors
• Monitor budget, materials, and change orders
• Deliver clean project closeouts and documentation
• Network Design
• Create structured cabling and network layouts using Visio or AutoCAD
• Design AP layouts, switch maps, MDF/IDF builds, and patch panel configs
• Specify cable types, quantities, and pathways per industry standards
• Work directly with clients, sales, and estimators to finalize scope
• Provide redlines, as-builts, and updates based on field input

Required Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in cabling/network projects
• Experience in managing LAUSD or K-12 projects
• Confident with MS Project, Excel, and Visio (AutoCAD is a plus)
• Clear communicator who can run a job and explain a design
• Self-starter, calm under pressure, gets things done

Are you ready to drive innovation and continuous improvement in manufacturing?

Join our Walnut, CA team as a Manufacturing Process Engineer and help us deliver exceptional results in a collaborative, fast-paced environment! New graduates welcome to apply!

Location: Walnut, CA

Annual Salary: $75,000+ (DOE)

About The Gund Company

At The Gund Company, we are more than a global leader in manufacturing and fabricating engineered material solutions in electrical insulation—we are a vibrant community of innovators, collaborators, and problem-solvers who are passionate about making a difference. With 17 facilities worldwide, we deliver engineered material solutions and custom-fabricated parts, all backed by ISO 9001:2015 certified quality systems and a reputation for exceptional customer service and quality.

Position Overview - Manufacturing Process Engineer

• Optimize manufacturing processes to reduce cycle time, material usage, and process variation
• Lead work order improvements and update Engineering Master records with best practices
• Collaborate with Operations, HR, Sales, Service, Production, and Quality/Lean teams to enhance quality, speed, cost / efficiency
• Support new product development, supplier/material evaluations, and R &D workorders
• Drive margin improvement through process efficiency and gross profit reviews
• Standardize processes, create graphical instructions, and train team members
• Provide hands-on support for equipment, process, and material troubleshooting
• Manage installation / implementation of new equipment, tools, processes—including operator and customer service training
• Conduct daily Gemba walks to identify improvement opportunities and foster a culture of continuous improvement

Requirements

• BS in Process Engineering, Industrial Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• 4 years process engineering experience, preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience improving manufacturing processes, Kaizen, and project management
• Familiar with CAD, CAM software, CNC equipment
• Demonstrated success in implementing improvements in production processes
• Problem solving skills including Lean Tools such as 8D, 5 Why, DMAIC A3

Preferred Skills:

• Composites fabrication and or composites materials manufacturing experience a plus.
• Project management experience including creating and using value stream mapping and Gantt Charts
• Experience and/or Certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, 5S)

Some travel may be required

Why Join Us?

• Safe, healthy, and inclusive work environment
• PTO, paid holidays plus additional paid Sick Time
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Comprehensive, cost-effective benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability
• 401(k) with 50% employer match (up to 6% of contributions)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Ongoing training and development programs

Be part of a company that values your creativity and invests in your future

Ready to Make an Impact as a Manufacturing Process Engineer?

Apply today and bring your creative vision to The Gund Company—where your ideas drive actual results and your career growth is our priority.

The Gund Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities for the role of Manufacturing Process Engineer.

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support ongoing infrastructure projects, including periodic site visits to utility facilities. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in engineering-focused capital projects, project management, and utility infrastructure, with the ability to oversee multiple projects from design through execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage 5–9 concurrent projects, ensuring successful outcomes in scope, budget, schedule, and quality.
• Oversee engineering analysis, calculations, design, detailing, and drafting for electric substation and utility facilities.
• Conduct site visits to provide construction support, inspections, data collection, and review of calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Manage the evaluation, development, and implementation of capital projects with moderate financial and operational impact.
• Oversee design contractors to ensure adherence to construction schedules, budgets, and project requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external agencies, and cross-functional teams to define project objectives, timelines, risk assessments, milestones, deliverables, and budgets.
• Apply project management principles and organizational workflows, including investment decision-making, budgeting, procurement, and environmental compliance.
• Identify and resolve project challenges, balancing competing priorities and maintaining strong communication among team members and stakeholders.
• Uphold core values of safety, respect, integrity, excellence, continuous improvement, and teamwork.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 7+ years of project management experience supporting infrastructure or utility capital projects.
• Experience in electric substation utilities or other large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams), and Microsoft Project.
• Strong understanding of engineering codes, standards, construction practices, and project management processes.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills; able to work independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineering (P.E.) License.
• Project Management Certification (PMP or equivalent).
• Background in construction management or environmental and permitting processes.
• Experience working within utility industries (water, gas, or electric).
• Familiarity with Primavera P6 and SAP.

Job Description – Administrative Assistant

Become Part of Our Team

As an industry leader, Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salaries, paid time off, education assistance, and much more:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent Care & Medical Reimbursement)
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Holidays
• Tuition Assistance

Budget: $24/hr-$30/hr

Summary

Join our collaborative and fast-paced team as an Administrative Assistant, where your organizational skills and attention to detail will help drive our success. The ideal candidate is efficient, detail-oriented, and skilled in developing and maintaining professional relationships in a dynamic office environment.

Essential Functions

Conduct daily administrative tasks and provide support to the Operations team.

Typical Duties:

• Provide administrative support to ensure efficient office operations.
• Answer phone calls, direct callers to appropriate personnel, sign for incoming packages, and assist clients and visitors.
• Respond to emails and other digital correspondence.
• Handle travel arrangements.
• Submit and reconcile expense reports.
• Draft and edit letters, reports, and other documents.
• Input and update information in databases and spreadsheets.
• Prepare meeting agendas and take meeting minutes.
• Coordinate meetings, including room setup and catering.
• Use word processing and presentation software to create and edit documents.
• Operate and maintain office equipment, including printers, copiers, and fax machines.
• Work with maintenance staff and outside vendors to ensure office equipment is functional and supplies are stocked.
• Conduct research as requested and compile and summarize information for reports or presentations.
• Assist with sustainability reporting and internal communications.
• Collaborate with team members and support colleagues as needed.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion to maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with privacy policies.
• Ensure deadlines are met and adapt to changing priorities.
• Present a positive and professional image of the organization.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate’s degree is a plus.
• Proficiency in using personal computers and communication tools such as email, internet, accounting applications, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access).
• Detail-oriented and forward-thinking.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Self-motivated and confident personality capable of interacting with all levels, including senior management.

Preferred Experience

• College degree or equivalent.
• Experience developing internal processes and filing systems.
• Previous administrative experience or tenure in an office setting.

About Us

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management, and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build unique structures and infrastructure that play a key role in how people live, work, learn, and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovation fueled by relentless curiosity, lean practices, and a drive to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we challenge the construction industry’s assumptions about safety, believing that no level of harm should happen to anyone as a result of our business.

Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.

Company Description:

Diamond Wipes is a leading provider of contract manufacturing solutions for diverse brands in the wet wipes and liquid fill industry. We are transparent, efficient and innovate with many of the world's top 50 beauty and personal care brands. We specialize in the manufacturing of personal care wipes as well as household, auto, pet and skincare wipes. and also sample size packets, bottles and jars of liquids, creams and lotions. Diamond Wipes offers various packaging types and customizable solutions. With over 60 R&D and quality professionals on-site, we develop and customize unique formulas including makeup remover, face cleanser, and more. We have factories in 3 states and are FDA licensed, EPA registered, and hold several certifications including FSC. We also have several brands that are sold into special channels via Ecommerce, Hospitality and Foodservice.

Position Summary:

Must live in the Chino CA/Los Angeles Metropolitan Area. On Site position.

Compensation Range $110k-$135k per year depending on experience.

The Quality Manager is responsible for leading and maintaining a robust Quality Management System (QMS) and overseeing daily Quality Assurance operations for cosmetic and OTC drug manufacturing. This role ensures full compliance with FDA regulations, including 21 CFR Parts 210 and 211, ISO 22716 (Cosmetic GMP), cGMP requirements, and applicable industry standards. The Quality Manager serves as a key quality leader, driving regulatory compliance, audit readiness, product safety, and continuous improvement across raw materials, in-process, bulk, and finished goods. This position plays a critical role in supporting product launches, customer requirements, and regulatory inspections while developing and leading quality personnel.

This position acts as a delegate of the Director of Quality, providing leadership during regulatory inspections, customer audits, and cross-functional decision-making. The Quality Manager drives inspection readiness, product quality, data integrity, and compliance culture across the organization and is expected to demonstrate the leadership, technical depth, and business judgment required for progression into a Director-level role.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Strategic Quality Leadership:

·       Execute and support the long-term quality strategy aligned with business objectives for cosmetic and OTC drug manufacturing.

·       Serve as a quality authority with decision-making responsibility for product disposition, risk acceptance, and compliance escalation.

·       Act as a designee for the Director of Quality during audits, inspections, and internal governance meetings.

·       Lead Quality Management Reviews, presenting trends, risks, compliance gaps, and improvement initiatives to senior leadership.

·       Champion a strong quality culture focused on patient and consumer safety, data integrity, and regulatory compliance.

Regulatory & Audit Ownership:

·       Ensure full compliance with FDA 21 CFR Parts 210 & 211, ISO 22716, cGMP, and applicable regulatory and customer standards.

·       Lead preparation and execution of FDA inspections, customer audits, certification audits, and regulatory assessments.

·       Serve as a primary or co-primary audit host, managing responses, commitments, and regulatory correspondence as needed.

·       Oversee internal audit programs and ensure timely, effective closure of audit findings and CAPAs.

·       Support regulatory submissions, product changes, and quality impact assessments in collaboration with Regulatory Affairs and R&D.

·       Serve as secondary contact for GFCO certification, ensuring ongoing compliance and audit readiness.

Quality Systems & Compliance Excellence:

·       Own and continuously improve core quality systems, including:

o  Deviations, OOS/OOT, and investigations

o  CAPA and change management

o  Document control and SOP governance

o  Complaint handling and trending

o  Supplier quality oversight

·       Ensure quality systems meet FDA and ISO expectations for traceability, data integrity, and risk management.

·       Establish and monitor quality KPIs and metrics to proactively identify compliance risks and improvement opportunities.

Quality Assurance & Laboratory Oversight:

·       Provide strategic and operational oversight of the Quality Assurance Laboratory supporting cosmetic and OTC products.

·       Ensure compliant testing, review, and release of raw materials, in-process materials, bulk products, and finished goods.

·       Review and approve laboratory data, test results, investigations, deviations, and final product disposition decisions.

·       Ensure laboratory operations align with GMPs, validated methods, and regulatory expectations.

·       Partner with Operations, R&D/Product Development, Supply Chain, and Engineering to support:

o  New product introductions (NPI)

o  Process validations and changes

o  Formulation and raw material changes

o  Stability and shelf-life programs

People Leadership & Talent Development:

·       Lead, mentor, and develop Quality and Laboratory personnel with a focus on succession planning and performance excellence.

·       Build technical and leadership capability within the quality organization through structured training and coaching.

·       Evaluate performance, manage accountability, and support corrective actions when required.

·       Promote cross-functional collaboration and quality ownership at all levels of the organization.

Continuous Improvement & Risk Management:

·       Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen compliance, efficiency, and inspection readiness.

·       Lead risk-based decision-making using quality data, trend analysis, and regulatory expectations.

·       Identify systemic issues and implement sustainable solutions to prevent recurrence.

·       Support cost-effective quality solutions without compromising compliance or product safety.

Skills and Abilities:

• Proven leadership in regulated cosmetic and/or OTC drug manufacturing environments.
• Advanced understanding of FDA regulations, ISO 22716, cGMPs, and laboratory operations.
• Strong inspection and audit leadership skills with the ability to interact confidently with regulators and customers.
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and risk-based decision-making skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving, root cause analysis, and CAPA management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level reporting.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5–8 years of progressive experience in Quality Assurance, Quality Control, or Quality Systems within cosmetic and/or OTC drug manufacturing.
• Minimum of 3+ years in a supervisory or management role with demonstrated leadership growth.
• Direct experience supporting or leading FDA inspections and regulatory audits.

Strong working knowledge of quality systems, laboratory operations, and electronic quality management systems (eQMS).

Working Conditions/Job Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Some of the work will require exposure to loud noises or fumes in the plant facility.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Bastian Solutions is seeking a Regional Site Project Engineer to support the California Regional team on customer project implementation.

Job Overview:

Site Project Engineers are the primary representatives for Bastian Solutions during the installation, commissioning, and startup portions of a material handling/ automation project. Bastian Solutions, a Toyota Advanced Logistics company, has a strong, 60+ year presence in the North American market, with regional sales offices located throughout the US and Canada. Bastian Solutions is the lead of integrating large scale Material Handling solutions often involving Bastian's Controls, Software, Robotics, Custom Automation, and Consulting Teams within a project.

Job Functions:

• Close coordination with Project Manager and/or Field Application Engineer as applicable.
• Assist with final review of equipment layouts and installation drawings redline and/or update installation drawings where applicable.
• Help develop and provide input into Request For Quote (RFQ) for installation contractor selection.
• On-site receiving of shipments and organization of implementation site (documenting damage, inventory equipment, preparing lay-down areas, etc.).
• Develop daily Site Reports and publish to project team and / or customer.
• Manage subcontractor personnel and hold them to Bastian and customer standards; costs and installation time based on goals / budgets received from Project Manager.
• Help implement and manage Bastian safety processes/protocol to maintain a safe work site. This includes sub-contractors hired by Bastian Solutions.
• Manage the installation, start-up, troubleshooting of Bastian supplied equipment in coordination with a Bastian commissioning engineer, Project Manager, or project engineer.
• Assist in industrial control system debugging and all other equipment interfaces Bastian Solutions provides when applicable. This includes assistance in equipment acceptance testing.
• Develop and maintain installation and commissioning check list.
• Maintain daily task/issues/punch list and work with project manager in developing priority ranking.
• Solve technical problems either individually or through collaboration.
• Clear and effective communication with management, engineering, project management and other team members.
• Check and use voicemail and e-mail diligently.
• Respond to customer requests in a timely manner.

Travel Requirements:

• 80% onsite field presence (mixture of local and occasional overnight travel)
• Travel expenses paid by Bastian Solutions)
• Must maintain a valid drivers license

Preferred Skills and Required Qualifications :

• 4-year Engineering or Building Construction Management Degree
• Energetic, Ambitious, Hard working
• Strong interpersonal skills required
• Must be fluent with the MS Office software suite
• Must be able to interpret facility and equipment layouts/drawings
• 2D or 3D CAD experience (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.) a plus
• Skilled in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and PLC troubleshooting
• Material Handling, Robotics, Manufacturing or Packaging background a plus
• Previous automation experience a plus
• The candidate must have a solid understanding of the application of contemporary industrial control systems and/or other machine interfaces
• Strong demonstrated sense of customer service
• Ability to travel 80% (typically 10 days-on / 4 days off rotation with a goal to have you home every other weekend)
• Must be eligible to work in the USA long term without sponsorship.

To learn more about us, click the following link - Bastian Solutions:

Bastian Solutions, a Toyota Automated Logistics company, is an independent material handling and robotics system integrator providing automated solutions for distribution, manufacturing, and order fulfillment centers around the world. Our team specializes in consulting, system design, project management, maintenance, and installation, while sourcing the best equipment and automation technology. We take great pride in providing exceptional service and flexibility to our customers.

In addition to exciting work at a growing company, we offer the following benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
• Vacation/Holiday Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Volunteer Work
• Professional Associations, Conferences and Subscriptions
• Company Meetings & Events

Bastian Solutions does not work with outside recruiting agencies. No solicitation phone calls please.

Compensation: starting salary 80k+ depending on experience, plus additional incentives