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Director of Maintenance – Bakery Manufacturing

Role Summary

The Director of Maintenance is responsible for providing strategic and hands-on leadership for all maintenance, reliability, and automation operations within the bakery facility. This role ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production equipment, utilities, and automated systems supporting 24/7 manufacturing.

Success is demonstrated through measurable improvements in equipment reliability, repair efficiency, cost control, and safety. This role also develops and implements structured training programs to strengthen technician skills in troubleshooting, automation, controls, and reliability best practices. The Director of Maintenance leads preventive and predictive maintenance programs, manages breakdown response, oversees maintenance systems and inventory, and supports capital projects, construction, and equipment installations. This position requires strong technical expertise, disciplined leadership, and a proactive reliability mindset.

Key Priorities

· Drive equipment reliability and up time across all production and utility systems.

· Establish a world-class preventive and predictive maintenance culture.

· Lead maintenance teams with a strong focus on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

· Support long-term automation and plant growth strategies.

· Ensure compliance with food safety, electrical safety, and machine safety standards.

Primary Responsibilities

Maintenance & Reliability Leadership

· Plan, manage, and continuously improve the preventive maintenance program to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.

· Direct and coordinate all corrective maintenance activities across production and facility systems.

· Establish and lead structured root cause analysis (RCA) processes to eliminate repeat failures.

· Develop, track, and analyze maintenance KPIs related to downtime, MTTR, MTBF, and PM effectiveness.

Technical & Equipment Oversight

· Provide technical leadership for bakery production equipment.

· Ensure proper operation, maintenance, and reliability of compressed air, steam, water, and other critical utilities.

· Oversee maintenance and performance of robotic systems and automated production lines, including pick-and-place robots, automated packaging, and material handling systems.

· Develop and coordinate preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for the entire facility, reducing unplanned downtime and extending equipment life.

· Coordinate preventive and predictive maintenance programs for all equipment.

Projects & Capital Execution

· Plan and manage construction-related maintenance projects, facility upgrades, and equipment installations.

· Coordinate with engineering, contractors, and vendors to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.

· Support commissioning, start-up, and validation of new equipment and production lines.

People Leadership & Development

· Lead, mentor, and develop maintenance leadership and technician teams.

· Lead training and skill development initiatives for maintenance technicians across all production and facility equipment systems.

· Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous learning within the maintenance organization.

· Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering and Quality Teams.

Qualifications

Required

· Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and/or Mechanical Engineering.

· Minimum 10–15 years of maintenance experience in food manufacturing (preferred), pharmaceutical, or industrial manufacturing environments.

· Minimum 5–7 years in a maintenance leadership or management role.

· Strong technical knowledge of bakery or food manufacturing equipment and utilities.

· Proven track record of implementing and improving maintenance and reliability practices.

· Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to lead teams in fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environments.

· Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

· High work ethic, flexibility, and ability to multitask effectively.

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JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible to lead one or more construction projects and for the management of the overall planning, scheduling, code compliance, cost tracking, safety, and completion of these projects. The Superintendent is responsible for directing and mentoring subcontractors and other on-site field staff. The position requires business management acumen and must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational and time management skills, as well as have strong communication and team building skills.

WORK HOURS:

Weekdays 7 am to 5 pm; Saturdays 7 am- 1pm, as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assure the required permits and approvals from jurisdictional agencies are secured, posted, and renewed as required prior to starting work.
• Develop, update, modify (as required) and maintain the project schedule including a master schedule, 60-day look ahead schedules for their assigned trades, and two-week look ahead schedules for their assigned trades.
• Understand and be familiar with the date by which all materials must arrive on the job and convey that information to the project management team for preparation of the contract items lists and shop drawing schedules.
• Coordinate scheduling of subcontractors, vendors, and inspectors to complete each project on time.
• Communicate with and support each subcontractor to execute their job duties effectively and efficiently.
• Monitor work and materials to ensure quality control standards are met at various stages of the project.
• Perform inspections or schedule inspectors to meet the varying safety and compliance regulations of each job location.
• Prepare the daily construction reports in a thorough and timely manner and maintain a written daily log of visitors, job actions performed, materials expended, and problems resolved on the job site.
• Assure daily job progress photographs are taken in ample quantity to accurately depict the progress of the work.
• Travel between multiple job sites and simultaneously manage work loads of individual projects
• Understand and ensure risk controls are properly established and maintained.
• Understand and uphold the site safety plan.
• Understand and uphold the site logistics plan.
• Assure the implementation and continuous maintenance of corporate safety program requirements in all of the day-to-day operations on the project.
• Prepare and attend the weekly subcontractor meetings. Assist in maintaining the minutes of these meetings, and ensure they are recorded and distributed.
• Prepare and manage weekly safety meetings, regular toolbox talks, and safety pre task meetings as required.
• Attend weekly meetings with the project team for purposes of updates on the status of the field work and communication of any issues requiring the input or action of others on the project team, and for notification to the project team of issues that may be of importance or interest to them.
• Establish and maintain a system of document control to assure work is being installed in accordance with the latest design documentation and approved shop drawings.
• Communicate any issues requiring additional information from designers and consultants in a timely fashion to the project manager for issuance of RFI’s.
• Assist in preparation of the monthly status report to be submitted to the lender.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires Engineering, Construction Management or related Bachelor’s degree, OR equivalent years of related experience.
• Requires 10+ years of experience in Stick-frame Multi-Family Residential Construction. Previous Sitework and Structured Garage Construction experience is preferred.
• Requires working knowledge of various construction disciplines, cost control, scheduling, safety regulations, engineering drawings and other documents required.
• Requires superior communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills essential both within the internal project team and externally with subcontractors, labor force, etc.
• Requires the ability to work with and have knowledge of the shop drawing submittal process.
• Requires the ability to read and comprehend building plans and specifications and able to comprehend and recognize safety standards and issues.
• Requires the ability to determine the priority of assignments based on critical deadlines.
• Requires the ability to resolves field-initiated questions.
• Requires understanding of construction contracts, retention, releases.
• Requires the ability to interact with all levels of personnel and customers.
• Must possess strengths in verbal and written communications; ability to adapt communications/presentations and deliver clear and concise reports and analysis to senior management.
• Requires ability to meet deadlines and work in a structured corporate environment.
• Requires the ability to be self-motivated and work independently with minimal supervision. Also requires high degree of ethics and integrity.
• Requires ability to maintain confidentiality of all company and customer information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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. These demands are typically required when working onsite.

• Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Performing this job requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk and hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on-site at the construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock.
• Noise in these work environments is usually moderate to very loud.

Benefit Highlights:

• $2k relocation benefit available
• We match 50% of the first 6% of 401k contributions
• No wait period for Health Benefits & we contribute $1k to the HSA plan
• We have assistance for student loans as well as tuition reimbursement
• We have a great employee referral program
• We offer a housing discount in all our communities

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER & EQUAL HOUSING PROVIDER

About Ideavillage

Ideavillage is a leading consumer products company behind nationally recognized brands including Copper Fit, MicroTouch, Finishing Touch, and Flawless. We design, develop, and launch innovative hardline items—including grooming tools, shavers, vibration/fitness products, and small battery‑powered devices—distributed across 60,000+ retail locations such as Walmart, Target, CVS, Walgreens, and Dick’s Sporting Goods.

We are expanding our engineering capabilities to support rapid product development with overseas manufacturing partners.

Position Overview

We are seeking a hands‑on Product Engineer with both electrical and mechanical engineering experience to lead the technical development of our growing portfolio of small appliances, grooming tools, vibration devices, and battery‑powered products.

This engineer will partner closely with overseas factories (primarily Asia) to ensure that every new product is engineered for performance, safety, manufacturability, and cost. The role spans concept validation through mass production.

Key Responsibilities

Product Development & Engineering

• Lead engineering efforts across the full product lifecycle: concept → prototypes → EVT/DVT/PVT → production
• Review and refine mechanical and electrical designs (motors, PCBA, wiring, charging systems, battery packs)
• Conduct technical tear‑downs, competitive benchmarking, and feasibility assessments
• Create and maintain technical documentation:
• Specifications
• Engineering drawings
• Test protocols
• Validation reports
• ECNs (Engineering Change Notices)

Factory & Supplier Engagement

• Collaborate daily with overseas factories (China, Vietnam, Thailand, etc.)
• Guide suppliers on design intent, DFM (Design for Manufacture), and tooling considerations
• Support pilot builds, pre‑production runs, and troubleshooting during scale‑up

Testing, Validation & Compliance

• Develop and execute testing protocols for safety, durability, vibration, noise, electrical performance, charging, and reliability
• Support compliance activities (UL, CE, FCC, CSA, Intertek, etc.)
• Perform root cause analysis (RCCA) on failures and implement corrective actions

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Product Development, QA, Supply Chain, and Leadership
• Communicate technical risks, design changes, timelines, and validation status

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
• 3–5+ years engineering experience in consumer products, small appliances, personal care devices, electronics, or similar
• Strong hands‑on engineering background in both mechanical & electrical systems
• Experience with offshore manufacturing and ODM/OEM development
• Familiarity with regulatory and safety compliance (UL, CE, FCC, etc.)
• Skilled in root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies
• Strong communication skills and ability to produce clear technical documentation

Preferred / Bonus Skills

• Experience with:
• Motors and vibration systems
• Lithium‑ion batteries, charging circuits
• Shavers/grooming tools or similar electromechanical devices
• Proficiency with test equipment: oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, electronic loads, spectrum analyzers
• CAD experience (SolidWorks or similar) a plus
• Mandarin/Cantonese conversation skills a plus (not required)

Travel

• Domestic and international travel: 3–5 times/year for factory visits, pilot builds, and product validations.

Onsite Monday-Friday

Salary starts at $150/year, commensurate with experience

Position Summary

The Lead Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems that support high-quality, cost-effective production. This role partners closely with Product Development, Operations, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure engineering solutions are seamlessly integrated into the manufacturing environment and aligned with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage the Manufacturing Engineering team to support production goals in close collaboration with Operations.
• Develop and execute manufacturing strategies that improve efficiency, quality, throughput, and cost performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and automation projects.
• Oversee the selection, installation, validation, and ongoing support of manufacturing equipment, tooling, and processes.
• Partner with R&D and Product Design teams to ensure products are optimized for manufacturability and assembly (DFM/DFA).
• Establish, track, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as OEE, yield, downtime, and scrap.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements, including ISO 9001 standards.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, capital expenditure plans, and engineering project timelines.
• Lead cross-functional projects and change initiatives to support operational excellence and scalability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven people management and project management experience.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with molding processes; rubber and plastic molding experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize, and execute multiple initiatives.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence across functions.
• Proven track record of leading change and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Bilingual Spanish highly preferred

Mama’s Creations, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAMA) is a leading marketer and manufacturer of fresh deli prepared foods, found in over 8,500 grocery, mass, club and convenience stores nationally. The Company’s broad product portfolio, born as MamaMancini’s, from a rich history in Italian foods, now consists of a variety of high quality, fresh, clean and easy to prepare foods to address the needs of both our consumers and retailers. Our vision is to become a one-stop-shop deli solutions platform, leveraging vertical integration and a diverse family of brands to offer a wide array of prepared foods to meet the changing demands of the modern consumer. For more information, please visit  have an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled and experienced leader to serve as the Senior Director, Plant Operations of our East Rutherford facility. You will be the senior site leader responsible for the overall performance, safety, Grandma Quality, controls, culture, and financial results of the manufacturing facility. This role serves as the plant’s general manager, accountable for translating enterprise strategy into consistent, disciplined execution with excellence at the site level. The Senior Director leads through people, systems, and standards, ensuring production, FSQA, maintenance, warehousing, and workforce leadership operate in alignment with Grandma Quality. This role balances results with responsibility, honoring Mama’s heritage while building scalable, sustainable operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end plant performance, including safety, food safety, quality, service, cost, labor efficiency, and employee engagement.
• Own overall plant efficiency and throughput performance, ensuring production capacity, labor models, and operating practices support enterprise targets.
• Drive improvement in throughput, yield, and line performance by setting expectations, removing barriers, and holding leaders accountable for results.
• Serve as the strategic leader for the site, translating enterprise priorities into clear site-level strategies, initiatives, and execution plans.
• Partner with the Senior Manager, Production Operations to ensure production schedules and execution plans support optimal efficiency and service outcomes.
• Own the plant operating budget, including labor, overtime, supplies, and controllable costs; ensure performance aligns with financial targets.
• Balance cost discipline with Mama’s commitment to Grandma Quality, safety, and employee well-being.
• Use KPIs and financial data to evaluate performance, prioritize investments, and guide decision-making.
• Partner with OpEx/CI to identify and sponsor continuous improvement initiatives that deliver measurable, sustainable gains in efficiency, throughput, and cost performance.
• Ensure efficiency gains and cost improvements are sustainable and embedded into standard work and leadership routines.
• Lead, coach, and hold accountable all direct reports, site functional leaders, and the downline.
• Serve as the primary owner of plant culture, reinforcing values-based leadership, respectful supervision, and consistent accountability.
• Ensure site execution aligns with enterprise standards of excellence and Grandma Quality while addressing location-specific risks and opportunities.
• Partner with FSQA leadership to maintain strong food safety culture, regulatory compliance, and audit readiness.
• Own site-level labor strategy, workforce planning, and performance management in partnership with People Operations.
• Drive operational discipline through KPIs, operating practices, and structured problem-solving.
• Partner with Reliability & Asset Management to support uptime, preventive maintenance execution, and capital improvements.
• Support capital projects, expansions, and equipment installations at the site level.
• Participate in operational diligence and integration activities related to acquisitions or expansions impacting the facility.
• Serve as the primary escalation point for site risks, performance gaps, and employee relations matters.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships that nurture trust, accountability, and pride in workmanship.
• Collaborate closely with Senior Directors and plant leaders at other facilities to share best practices, standardize where appropriate, and drive enterprise-wide operational improvement.
• Participate in cross-facility working groups, initiatives, and problem-solving efforts to strengthen consistency, performance, and scalability across the enterprise.
• Champion collaboration between facilities while respecting site-specific strengths, constraints, and heritage.
• Other related tasks, as necessary to drive results and support the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in food manufacturing or regulated environments.
• 10+ years of experience leading multi-shift operations and managing leaders (managers/supervisors).
• Demonstrated experience owning site KPIs, budgets, labor planning, and operational performance improvement.
• Expert usage of ERP systems. NetSuite preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of food safety/regulatory environments (USDA/FDA), HACCP, GMPs, and audit readiness expectations.
• Proven ability to lead through change while maintaining operational stability and culture.
• Strong communication, planning, and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Lean/Six Sigma knowledge/certification, preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Ability to regularly walk, stand, and move throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Ability to navigate stairs, catwalks, and uneven surfaces safely.
• Ability to visually and audibly observe operations and employee practices.
• Ability to wear required PPE (hair/beard nets, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection).
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions (heat, cold, noise, humidity).
• Ability to sit for extended periods while performing administrative work.
• Ability to travel locally as required.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes a base salary (to $185k,) plus bonus eligibility, paid time off, holiday pay, medical, dental, vision, and life insurances, FSA, EAP, and 401(k.)

Applicants should submit a resume to   for immediate consideration.

CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Overview

The Construction Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing day-to-day construction activities, ensuring compliance with released-for-construction documents, and coordinating all work impacting existing AirTrain operations. This role demands a hands-on leader who can balance technical expertise, particularly in electrical systems, with stakeholder coordination to ensure safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

The Construction Manager will be full-time, on-site at the project site from NTP (Construction) until First Passenger Service, and part-time thereafter until Final Acceptance and closeout.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related field (Electrical Engineering strongly preferred).
• Experience:
• Minimum 15 years of construction management experience.
• At least one major transit, rail, or airport design-build project with a capital value ≥ $100M.
• Strong electrical experience: medium voltage power distribution systems, gas insulated switchgear (GIS), and PSE&G interface.
• Licenses/Certifications: Professional engineering or architectural license, or relevant construction certification, preferred.
• Other: Familiarity with PANYNJ projects and ability to pass background/badging requirements at EWR Airport.
• Light rail and/or people mover systems including electrical experience / power distribution systems. Some experience working for the actual contractor (not just owner side consulting) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality of major rail/transit projects.
• Coordinate engineering and inspection services; maintain strong client and subcontractor relationships.
• Oversee all work impacting AirTrain operations, ensuring direct coordination with the Existing AirTrain Operator.
• Lead constructability reviews, change order negotiations, and independent cost estimates.
• Review schedules, proposals, invoices, requisitions, and purchase orders.
• Manage contractor access/protection requests and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Act as the owner’s representative in project meetings, presentations, and stakeholder coordination.
• Provide oversight on electrical systems integration (MV distribution, GIS, utility interface).
• Lead project teams, ensuring smooth execution and resolution of claims and disputes.

Minimum Requirements

• 15+ years relevant CM experience.
• Proven record on large, complex, lump-sum projects.
• Strong background in electrical power systems for transit/rail.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and proactively manage field conditions.
• Must be able to commute to EWR Airport.

If you meet these requirements and are ready for a challenging and rewarding role, we invite you to apply. Be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of transportation and construction.

Our benefits include

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Comprehensive health coverage to ensure employees and their families receive quality healthcare protection.

401(k) Retirement Plan

Competitive retirement savings program with up to 4% company matching, helping employees build long-term financial stability.

Flexible Work Schedule

Empowering employees with the ability to balance work and personal life through adaptable working hours and potential remote work options.

Additional Insurance Benefits

Life insurance to provide financial protection for employees' loved ones

Pet insurance to support employees' furry family members

Paid Time Off

Flexible time off to promote work-life balance and employee wellness

The Director of Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC) is a critical leadership role responsible for ensuring that all manufacturing processes and products meet regulatory, food safety, and internal quality standards. This position oversees the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of comprehensive QA, QC, and food safety systems that protect product integrity, consumer health, and the company’s reputation for excellence.

The Director leads quality teams across inspection, testing, audits, and compliance programs while partnering closely with production, engineering, supply chain, and regulatory teams to drive continuous improvement and risk mitigation. This role ensures adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), ISO standards, and applicable federal, state, and customer requirements across all manufacturing sites in the United States.*Food Safety – Flavors Only

Essential Job Functions:

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of quality assurance, quality control, and food safety systems in compliance with FDA, USDA, ISO, HACCP, GMP, and other applicable regulatory and customer standards.
• Manage and conduct internal, external, and third-party audits and inspections, including SQF, BRC, FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, and customer audits.
• Oversee inspection, testing, and monitoring of raw materials, in-process components, and finished products to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Investigate quality issues, non-conformances, deviations, and customer complaints; implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to monitor critical control points, improve processes, and reduce defects and waste.
• Lead and mentor QA/QC staff, providing training on quality standards, food safety practices, regulatory requirements, and inspection techniques.
• Manage supplier quality programs, including supplier audits, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives with vendors.
• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation, records, and traceability within quality management systems (QMS).
• Analyze quality data, KPIs, and trends using statistical and root-cause analysis tools to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay current on regulatory changes, industry trends, and emerging risks to proactively update policies, procedures, and training programs.
• Prepare and present quality performance reports to senior leadership, highlighting risks, trends, and improvement plans.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in quality assurance, quality control, and/or food safety within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and quality systems, including FDA, USDA, HACCP, GMP, ISO 9001, and relevant third-party certifications.
• Proven experience managing audits, compliance programs, and quality teams.
• Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies such as root cause analysis, CAPA, statistical process control (SPC), and Six Sigma.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Food Safety Manager (CFSM), ASQ Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence, or similar.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement frameworks.
• Advanced degree in Food Science, Quality Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience working in a multi-site manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with environmental health and safety (EHS) and OSHA requirements.
• Experience with QMS software and advanced data analysis tools.

Skills & Competencies

This role requires strong analytical skills to interpret inspection, audit, and production data and identify risks or improvement opportunities. Effective leadership and communication skills are essential for managing QA/QC teams, leading audits, and collaborating across departments. Technical expertise in regulatory frameworks, food safety principles, and quality standards supports compliant and efficient operations. Problem-solving and continuous improvement skills enable the Manager to reduce defects, improve processes, and enhance overall operational excellence.

Physical Demands: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines which includes a computer, printer, typewriter, facsimile machine, copy machine, calculator, telephone, laboratory equipment, etc. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may handle hazardous chemicals in the laboratory. The employee will be required to wear all appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to eye protection, gloves, and lab coat. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Physical demands vary from sedentary to moderately active work to include standing, walking, and reaching for prolonged periods of time, not to exceed 8 hours for any given activity.

Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Environmental, Health & Safety management system (per ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards’ requirements) is established at TAKUS. These systems are continually improved to maintain high standards for both a healthy and safe work environment and the protection of the environment. Every worker in the workplace needs to take account the following while carrying out their work activities: 1) think not only of their own health and safety, but also the health and safety of others; 2) consistently apply environmental considerations to prevent adverse effects to the environment; 3) strictly follow compliance and other obligations, while understanding the consequences of not following them.

Salary Range is 135K - 175K

• Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
• Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges

We are seeking a Project Coordinator – IT & Strategic Initiatives to support large-scale capital and public-sector driven projects with a strong focus on IT scope definition, technical documentation, and strategic technology initiatives. This role sits at the intersection of capital delivery, public operations, and enterprise IT coordination — ideal for someone comfortable working in structured, multi-stakeholder government environments.

About the Role

This role involves supporting planning, scheduling, milestone tracking, and structured follow-ups for capital and public sector project coordination.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, scheduling, milestone tracking, and structured follow-ups
• Track risks, issues, dependencies, and action items
• Maintain dashboards, status reports, and project documentation
• Coordinate with internal departments, public-sector stakeholders, consultants, and vendors
• Provide coordination support for organization-wide IT and innovation programs
• Align capital delivery schedules with IT infrastructure and operational milestones
• Manage dependencies across infrastructure, communication systems, applications, data, cybersecurity, and operational technology
• Develop and maintain IT scope documentation, system inventories, and technical dependency mappings
• Document functional and non-functional requirements (availability, performance, security, data, reporting)
• Maintain artefacts such as requirement traceability matrices, integration diagrams, interface inventories, and environment overviews
• Support IT-related change control and impact assessments
• Document data flows, ownership, standards, and system integrations
• Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, privacy, and governance frameworks
• Support testing, readiness, and operational handover activities

Qualifications

• Experience supporting IT-enabled capital programs or large-scale public-sector initiatives
• Understanding of enterprise infrastructure (servers, networks, cloud platforms) and communication systems
• Ability to interpret architecture diagrams, interface maps, and technical specifications
• Experience coordinating across business units, IT teams, and external vendors
• Strong documentation discipline and follow-up skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in complex environments

Required Skills

• Experience within government, transportation, or public safety environments
• Exposure to digital transformation or large-scale readiness programs
• Familiarity with PMBOK, Agile, or hybrid delivery methodologies

Preferred Skills

• Experience within government, transportation, or public safety environments
• Exposure to digital transformation or large-scale readiness programs
• Familiarity with PMBOK, Agile, or hybrid delivery methodologies