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The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki is a leading manufacturer and supplier of power transmission and motion control products. As a part of a vast, international network of corporate and industrial resources, Tsubaki offers its customers the finest state-of-the-art products available in the world and we strive to be the “Best Value” supplier in the industry.  

The Manufacturing, QC and Product Engineering Intern will work in our product engineering department, quality department, and manufacturing engineering departments. The Manufacturing and Product Engineering Intern will be responsible in working with group of interns on a group project. This opportunity will grant the individual exposure to automated manufacturing, improvement of our handling of product specifications and/or helping us to better predict the impact of primary/secondary processes on our products. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The essential duties and responsibilities of this job are included but not limited to this job description – other tasks may be assigned and expected to be performed.

• Work with staff on improvement/organizational projects for the organization
• 3D/2D modeling of fixturing, manufacturing components and/or floor plans, as assigned.
• Assist Engineering with dimensional/process/ raw material studies to improve production, as assigned.
• Creation/Update of controlled documents (DRWs, SOPs, etc.), as assigned.
• Other tasks/functions as assigned. 

• College Student pursuing a Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Fire Protection Engineering, or related field.
• Outstanding communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications.
• Proficient in AutoCAD 2D, AutoDesk, and Inventor 3D.
• Basic knowledge in Adobe Acrobat.

Tsubaki is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability

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Job Summary:

The 2nd Shift Production Supervisor leads a multi-department team of CNC Operators and Set-Up Operators, in a high mix / low volume aerospace component manufacturing environment. This role is expected to balance expertise in set-up and operation of CNC machining for precision tolerance components, along with strong interpersonal skills to motivate the team to work toward common goals and objectives. Key responsibilities include managing the day-to-day priorities for multiple departments, cross-training staff on best practices to meet set-up and production run-times, optimizing processes through the elimination of waste, and leading lean continuous improvement initiatives. As a working supervisor, this role is expected to run production jobs and provide the necessary supervisory management to a small 2nd shift team.

This role is 100% in office at our plant in East Hartford, CT.

At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

• Competitive PTO Package
• Paid Company Holidays
• 401K Match Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

Essential Job Duties:

• Conduct security, quality and EH&S audits to ensure the safety of employees on the second shift, and compliance with company and customer policies.
• Coordinate time-off requests, with attention to skills matrix, to ensure adequate staffing level across all disciplines of machine centers to meet production needs.
• Motivate team to meet daily, weekly and monthly goals and objectives. Identify waste and non-value-added tasks that interfere with objectives.
• Routinely measure, monitor, and publish the performance of all individuals on the team. Compare results against department standards. Complete periodic performance evaluations, and correct any issues in real time as needed, up to and including, disciplinary actions if needed.
• Host a daily GEMBA walk and serve as the primary conduit for all communications between operators and cross functional teams. Attend production meetings, and quality clinic/MRB meetings as needed. Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, production and sales teams to drive open issues to rapid closure.
• Partner with production control to stage daily and weekly priorities. Ensure jobs are completed on time, and productivity is sustained. Expedite jobs as necessary.
• Set-up and operate CNC machines according to operation sheet instructions. Provide technical support for team.
• Maintain ERP data integrity ensuring job punches match traveler package. Report any discrepancies that could impact job quantity or delivery.
• Develop and author standard work for the operation of production equipment. Coach and train teammates in best practices, enforcing safety, departmental and QMS polices, with the goal of process improvement, reduction in set up time, faster productivity rates, and improved quality.

Experience & Skills:

• Minimum of 10 years progressive career in the manufacturing of precision machined components in a regulated industry such as aerospace or medical. Previous experience in a high mix, low volume shop with an emphasis on lean manufacturing preferred.
• Working knowledge of ISO/AS quality standards, basic OSHA/EHS safety regulations, and a commitment to adherence of company policies.
• Advanced or expert machining skills in 1 or more disciplines. Swiss lathe, multi-axis turning, turning, milling, or grinding. Must be able to independently set-up and operate CNC equipment and provide the necessary training to others on shift.
• Experience leading and managing a small team toward common goals. An effective communicator that can build rapport with a diverse team. Previous team lead experience preferred.
• A willingness to take accountability for self and team, driving and inheriting the collective results of a department or team.
• High degree of urgency to drive operations at full speed. Keen sense of attention to detail to understand how to work with pace, not haste, avoiding careless mistakes.
• Strong understanding of operational metrics such as first past yield, efficiency, WIP aging, on-time-delivery, job cost, scrap rate, etc.
• Strong computer skills especially related to navigating ERP systems, job clocking systems, CAD/CAM software, and Microsoft products such Outlooks, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Previous experience with EPICOR a plus.

Physical Demands:

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Position requires this activity up to 66% of the time (2.5-5.5 hours/day)

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Our Program and Construction Management division has an immediate need for a temporary Clerk/Site Manager in Springfield, MA. 

Come join our team! We are looking to build services and capabilities through the growth of our key asset- our staff. Ranked among the nation's top A/E firms by Engineering News-Record, LiRo-Hill provides construction management, engineering, environmental, architectural, and program management solutions. You can become part of an organization that has a strong track record and is looking to strengthen relationships and capabilities to continue being a trusted resource for our clients in the public and private sector. We are proud to be known as an “Integrated Construction, Design and Technology Solutions” firm and we have delivered on that label time and again.

Recently, Global Infrastructure Solutions Inc. (GISI), the parent company of The LiRo Group and Hill International, Inc. consolidated a portion of the highly experienced staff of both LiRo and Hill in the Northeast to create a larger, more efficient, and cost-effective team to serve clients.  LiRo-Hill is a 1100-person firm with offices in NYC, Long Island, Buffalo, Rochester, Boston and Edison, NJ.

• Monitor construction quality and progress
• Daily & Weekly reports, conduct job meetings and minutes 
• Measure T&M
• Review Payment requisitions
• Change orders
• Job photos
• Filing 

• 5 years experience minimum
• CSL, CMAA, RA or PE is a plus
• OSHA 10
• Pass CORI

Our Culture:
We believe in the power of collaboration. We work hard to build a corporate culture that empowers all our employees to freely share their ideas, know their presence, and contributions are truly valued, fostering a climate where our employees are enabled to maximize their full potential.

-We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a positive work environment

-Compensation: Min: $45.00/HR; Max: $60/HR. The range provided is the salary that the Firm in good faith believes at the time of this posting is willing to pay for the advertised position.

-Exact compensation will be determined on the individual candidates’ qualifications and location.

-The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. 

LiRo-Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or protected veteran status; and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Job Title: Quality Assurance & Compliance Manager (Aerospace / Precision Machining)

Department: Quality

Reports To: General Manager / Director of Operations

Location: Southampton, MA

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary

Responsible for leading the Quality Management System (QMS) and ensuring compliance with aerospace, defense, and customer requirements. Oversees ISO 9001 / AS9100 certifications, audits, inspection processes, documentation, and traceability within a precision machining or aerospace manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• QMS & Continuous Improvement
• Manage and improve the QMS in compliance with ISO 9001 and AS9100.
• Maintain procedures, work instructions, and document control.
• Lead CAPA, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Track and report quality performance metrics.

Certification & Compliance

• Maintain ISO 9001 / AS9100 certifications and audit readiness.
• Coordinate third-party and customer audits.
• Ensure compliance with customer flow-downs and contract requirements.
• Monitor and implement regulatory/standards updates.
• Aerospace & Defense Quality
• Ensure compliance with AS9102 FAIRs, traceability, and special process controls.
• Support ITAR/EAR and DFARS requirements as applicable.
• Maintain material, process, and certification records.
• Coordinate with NADCAP-approved suppliers.

Inspection & Production Support

• Oversee inspections to drawings, GD&T, and specifications.
• Manage calibration of inspection equipment.
• Control travelers/routers and in-process/final inspection records.
• Support production in resolving nonconformances.

Audits & Supplier Quality

• Conduct internal audits and manage corrective actions.
• Support supplier qualification, monitoring, and audits.
• Ensure timely closure of audit findings.

Customer Quality

• Interface with customers on quality issues and audits.
• Manage portal submissions and reporting.
• Oversee FAIRs, PPAPs, and required documentation.

Training & Leadership

Train staff on quality and compliance procedures.

Promote a culture of quality and traceability.

Advise production, engineering, and purchasing on requirements.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years in aerospace, defense, or precision machining quality.
• Experience with ISO 9001 / AS9100 systems.
• Proficiency in GD&T, blueprint reading, audits, and root cause analysis.

Preferred

• CQE, CQA, or ASQ certification.
• CNC machining / precision manufacturing experience.
• ERP / QMS system familiarity (Epicor a plus).
• Experience with aerospace primes or Tier suppliers.

Skills & Competencies

• Analytical problem-solving.
• Strong documentation and organization.
• Effective auditor/customer communication.
• Detail-oriented with regulatory focus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Work Environment & Metrics

• Office and shop-floor presence.
• Interaction with production, suppliers, and customers.
• Occasional audit/customer travel.

Success Measured By:

• Certification maintenance.
• Audit results and corrective action closure.
• Reduced nonconformances.
• On-time FAIRs and documentation.
• Supplier and customer quality performance.

Are you an experienced Construction Project Manager who enjoys owning projects from preconstruction through closeout, partnering with field leadership, and delivering high-quality work on time and on budget?

What if your next role gave you autonomy over your projects, exposure to diverse commercial work across New England, and the opportunity to lead both clients and internal teams?

This opportunity is with a well-established General Contractor known for delivering complex projects with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and long-term client relationships.

What People Are Saying:

• Strong, safety-first culture across project sites
• Collaborative project teams with hands-on leadership
• Stable backlog and long-term career opportunities

Why This Role:

• Ownership of projects from preconstruction through closeout
• Direct collaboration with Superintendents and executive leadership
• Exposure to geographically dispersed projects across New England
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Stable, full-time position with a respected builder

Role Snapshot:

Title: Construction Project Manager

Location: Springfield, MA

Project Types: Commercial / Institutional Construction

Compensation: $75,000 – $100,000 base

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead day-to-day project management activities from preconstruction through project closeout
• Manage project budgets, schedules, cost controls, and material tracking
• Coordinate closely with Superintendents to support field operations and jobsite execution
• Lead subcontractor buyout, contract negotiations, and change order management
• Prepare, review, and manage project schedules and updates
• Review and coordinate submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs
• Lead internal and client-facing project meetings, including agendas and meeting minutes
• Support and enforce project-specific safety plans and company safety standards
• Track and manage change proposals, budget revisions, and project documentation
• Oversee project closeout including punch lists, turnover documents, and final deliverables
• Mentor and support junior project team members

What Is Sought:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years of experience in commercial construction project management
• Strong knowledge of construction means, methods, scheduling, and cost control
• Experience with project management software (Procore, Primavera, MS Project, or similar)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously
• OSHA 30, First Aid, and CPR certifications (or ability to obtain)
• Federal construction experience is a plus

Sets-up and operates CNC Turning, Multi-Axis lathes, and other Turning equipment to produce highly precision component parts that meet all quality standards.

At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

• Competitive PTO PackagePaid Company Holidays401K Match ProgramMedical, Dental, Vision BenefitsTuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

Major Areas of Responsibility:

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent. Technical school training a plus.
• 3 years of set-up experience minimum required
• Experience with aerospace products and/or other close tolerance parts is a plus.
• Must be familiar with Fanuc and/or Okuma Controls
• Must be able to set and change tools.
• Must be able to use standard gauges and inspection techniques.
• Experience with SPC, inspection documentation, and problem solving is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Must be able to read and write comments, understand operation sheets/blueprints, specifications, and all applicable company/customer paperwork.
• Must be able to read CNC programs.
• Five plus years of increasingly diverse experience in a machine shop or CNC machining environment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to push/pull/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Able to stand for up to 8+ hours.

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ABOUT THIS JOB

***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***

As a Combat Engineer, you’ll work quickly and skillfully to help Soldiers navigate while on combat missions by constructing bridges, clearing barriers with explosives, and detecting and avoiding mines and other environmental hazards. You'll provide expertise and come up with quick and creative engineering solutions, constructing fighting positions, fixed and floating bridges, and obstacles and defense positions.

Skills you’ll learn align with Construction & Engineering, Demolition & Explosives, Operate Heavy Equipment. In addition, you could earn 45 nationally recognized certifications!

JOB DUTIES

• Maintain emergency notification data
• Maintain radio and data distribution systems
• Perform signal support functions and technical assistance for computer systems
• Provide technical assistance and training for local-area networks
• Maintain equipment, terminal devices, assigned vehicles and power generators

REQUIREMENTS

• 14 weeks of One Station Unit Training, which combines Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training
• U.S. Citizen
• 17 to 34 Years Old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines
• No Major Law Violations
• No Medical Concerns

BENEFITS

The Army offers a complete package of benefits that not only supports you and your family but also helps you advance in your career. Whether you serve part-time or full-time as an enlisted Soldier or Army Officer, you’ll earn competitive pay with opportunities for bonuses, as well as receive health care at little to no cost. You could also receive money for education, student loan repayment assistance, training and certifications, housing, living expenses, and more.

• Paid Training and credentialing to strengthen your skillsets
• Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
• Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldier
• 30 days paid annual vacation
• 401(K) type savings plan
• Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family member
• Paid tuition opportunities to continue your education
• Signing bonus - up to $40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties

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.

At a Glance

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• Company: B & R Machine, Inc.
  
• Location: Ludlow, MA (On-Site)
  
• Job Type: Full-Time
  
• Pay Range: Competitive, based on experience
  
• Experience Level: Mid-Level to Senior (3+ years manufacturing experience)
  
• Machine Types: CNC Mills (3-Axis, 4-Axis, 5-Axis), CNC Lathes
  
• Controls: Fanuc
  
• Industry: Aerospace, Defense, Medical, Industrial Manufacturing
  
• Work Authorization: U.S. Person likely required (ITAR environment)
  

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Why This Role Exists

B & R Machine is seeking a highly capable CNC Setup Machinist / Shop Lead to support daily production, ensure machine readiness, and guide machine operators on the shop floor. This role bridges hands-on machining expertise with floor leadership, helping maintain quality, productivity, and operational efficiency across a large fleet of CNC equipment.

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What You’ll Do

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• Set up CNC mills and lathes using existing and new programs
  
• Change tooling, adjust offsets, and perform program edits as needed
  
• Support the Manufacturing Supervisor in daily production activities
  
• Help oversee machine operators and shop floor performance
  
• Assist in training new operators
  
• Design and fabricate fixtures to support efficient machining
  
• Interpret customer drawings and determine machining strategies
  
• Troubleshoot machining issues and production problems
  
• Perform occasional machine repair and maintenance tasks
  
• Verify part quality and repeatability using precision measuring tools
  
• Evaluate cutting conditions and material behavior
  
• Maintain dimensional accuracy and process stability
  
• Communicate with Quality, Engineering, and other departments
  
• Coordinate with shipping/receiving regarding material status
  
• Follow AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality procedures and documentation
  
• Provide technical guidance across departments
  
• Perform additional duties as assigned
  

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What You’ll Need to Succeed

Required Experience

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• 3+ years of manufacturing or CNC machining experience
  
• Strong setup experience on CNC mills and lathes
  
• Ability to troubleshoot machining processes independently
  
• Knowledge of GD&T principles and practices
  
• Experience supervising or guiding operators preferred
  
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving ability
  
• Excellent attention to detail
  

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Technical Skills

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• Fanuc control experience
  
• Experience with multi-axis milling (3-Axis, 4-Axis, 5-Axis)
  
• CNC lathe setup experience
  
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
  
• Fixture design and fabrication experience preferred
  
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, indicators, optical comparators)
  

Physical Requirements

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• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
  
• Mechanical aptitude and basic computer skills
  

Education

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• High School Diploma or GED required
  
• Technical training in CNC machining or manufacturing preferred
  

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About B & R Machine, Inc.

Founded in 1984, B & R Machine has grown into a major CNC manufacturing provider in Western Massachusetts. The company operates an extensive fleet of CNC milling and turning centers and serves demanding industries including aerospace, defense, medical, robotics, telecom, oil & gas, and commercial manufacturing.

B & R specializes in precision components made from advanced materials such as titanium, stainless steel, tool steels, aluminum alloys, and nickel-based high-temperature metals, supported by an AS9100-compliant quality system.

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Work Environment & Culture

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• Modern CNC machining facility with extensive equipment
  
• High-precision, high-mix production environment
  
• Collaborative team across engineering, quality, and production
  
• Opportunity to lead and influence shop floor operations
  
• Stable manufacturing employer with decades of experience
  

Job Description

In this position the CNC Program Engineer is responsible for assisting engineering and manufacturing in creating and improving CNC machining programs.

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• Work with engineering and manufacturing to create fixture and part programs for CNC machines
  
• Continuously making improvements in older CNC programs
  
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position as unscheduled absences would create undue hardship to the business in its effect on maintaining production numbers. 
  
• Other duties as assigned
  

Skills and Abilities

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• Great attention to detail 
  
• Good problem-solving skills 
  
• Good at organizing, planning, and prioritizing
  
• Excellent computer abilities
  
• Communicates well with others 
  
• Present information and give feedback 
  

Education/Training

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• Experience programming CNC Machines
  
• Working knowledge of ISO9001 & AS9100 Quality Management Systems
  
• Working knowledge of GD&T
  
• High School Diploma or GED
  

The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability and customer service. U.S. Tsubaki Automotive, LLC is an international tier-one supplier of high-speed chain drive systems to the automotive industry.  

The Quality Manager is responsible for managing and directing production quality. The Quality Manager is responsible for planning goals, strategies, and resources to meet company objectives. Must be knowledgeable of Automotive Quality Requirements, including the IATF Quality Standard, Customer New Product Development procedures, Laboratory requirements, and Manufacturing techniques. Must possess Leadership qualities required to lead Continuous Improvement teams and gain the confidence of Production areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The essential duties and responsibilities of this job are included but not limited to this job description – other tasks may be assigned and expected to be performed.

• Ability to Problem Solve and provide Decision Making methods to tackle complex Product and Process Quality issues.
• Strong Manufacturing background in a high-volume, automated machining and assembly operation.  
• Provides Leadership role in CI process to improve quality and efficiency and reduce costs.
• Key member of Management Team responsible for accomplishing business goals and objectives.
• Manages the accuracy and schedules related to QA support functions, including Calibration of Gages and Equipment, including Test machinery.  
• Leads team to reduce non-conformances and eliminate sorting/rework. Coordinates resources required to address quality concerns.
• Develops plans to improve quality and efficiency, while reducing costs.
• Create and monitor daily efficient flow of material through the department by utilization of manpower and equipment in the department.
• Determine and implement continuous improvement plans for the equipment, and overall department.
• Manage yearly budget for the department ensure goals are met by reducing cost related to production and MRO supplies.
• Establish working relationships with associated departments i.e. Planning, Engineering and Production.
• Establish and maintain effective communication vehicles such as toolbox meetings and employee meetings.
• Understands, communicates and follows all company policies, work rules, and Union Contract. Effectively utilizes this knowledge to analyze and resolve work problems, assist workers in solving work problems, and make daily decisions on production schedules and personnel-related matters that affect the delivery and quality.

It is the expectation of the company that Managers/Supervisors will accomplish these goals by working to a high ethical standard and consistently complies with all company policies, work rules, Union Contractual agreements, and applicable laws with little to no direct supervision.

• BSME Degree required, an advanced engineering degree is preferred. 
• ASQ CMQ/QE or equivalent preferred.
• 5+ Years of Manufacturing within the Automotive Industry is highly desired. ; Eight (8) to ten (10) years of Quality Management experience in a manufacturing environment. 
• Demonstrable knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing, Project Management, ISO and TS16949 procedures experience is desired.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work required. Excellent time management skills required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills required. Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing required.
• Ability to think critically and creatively in high stress situations.
• Willingness & ability to travel as necessary.

Learn more about U.S. Tsubaki at: Tsubaki offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including health benefits effective on date of hire, dental and vision benefits effective on the first of the month following date of hire, Paid Time Off ("PTO"), 10 paid holidays, generous 401(k) match and profit sharing, annual bonus potential, life insurance, short and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, education reimbursement, home and auto insurance discounts, and pet insurance. 

The estimated salary range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. 

Tsubaki is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability

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We Create Products and Brands That People Trust to Clean, Sanitize, and Protect Their Homes and Pools

When you join KIK Consumer Products, you’re joining a team that cares about the work we do and also about each other. We bring exceptional brands and products to consumers that help them protect the health and wellness of their families and the cleanliness of their homes and pools. We are committed to building a culture of performance driven by accountability, collaboration, and agility that enables timely fact-based decision-making and exceptional execution with unwavering ethics. As one of North America’s largest independent manufacturers of consumer products, KIK helps a large portfolio of brands and retailers bring their products to life.

Your Role at KIK

We are looking for an EHS Specialist to join our plant team, based in Ludlow, Massachusetts. The Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining programs that ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company policies related to workplace safety, environmental protection, and employee health. This role supports continuous improvement in safety culture, risk reduction, and sustainability initiatives by conducting audits, training employees, analyzing incident trends, and recommending corrective actions. The EHS Specialist partners with leadership and employees at all levels to promote a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace while driving adherence to regulatory standards such as OSHA, EPA, and other applicable guidelines.

What You’ll Do

• Direct and manage environmental, health, safety, security, and sustainability activities to comply with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations and KIK Corporate EHS policies, to prevent injuries to employees and negative impact to the environment.
• Partner with Site Leadership to ensure proper EHS protocols, plans and initiatives are in place and consistently followed.
• Ensure all applicable laws and regulations are tracked and that necessary action is taken to ensure compliance.
• Ensure maintenance of EHS management information systems and documentation.
• Successfully lead, manage, and execute EHS initiatives including policies, procedures, programs, and agency regulations and compliance systems with the overall drive of continuous improvement.
• Identify and analyze organizational risks and can develop and implement programs to mitigate these risks and achieve desired results.
• Development and execution of tactical and strategic plans to improve EHS performance.
• Manage the EHS Management System, including Leadership, Planning, Support, Operation, Performance Evaluation, and Improvement
• Lead the site emergency response team, EHS committee.
• Influence stakeholders and behaviors
• The above statement describes the general nature and level off work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline such as engineering, science, safety, industrial hygiene, or a similar discipline preferred. High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 3 or more years of environmental, health and safety compliance experience in any manufacturing environment.
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of federal, state/provincial and local EHS regulations is required.
• Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM) is a plus.
• Relevant certifications a plus (CSP, CIH, CHMM, PE)
• Ability to act as a positive EHS role model, influencing and motivating others.
• Self-motivated with a strong results orientation based on solid analytical thinking and judgment.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline such as engineering, science, safety, industrial hygiene, or a similar discipline preferred. High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 3 or more years of environmental, health and safety compliance experience in any manufacturing environment.
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of federal, state/provincial and local EHS regulations is required.
• Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM) is a plus.
• Relevant certifications a plus (CSP, CIH, CHMM, PE)
• Ability to act as a positive EHS role model, influencing and motivating others.
• Self-motivated with a strong results orientation based on solid analytical thinking and judgment.

What You Will Get

KIK offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with KIK's retirement savings options including employer match. KIK also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.

About KIK

We create the products and brands that people trust to clean, sanitize, and protect their homes, pools, and cars. We are one of North America’s largest independent consumer product manufacturers with 16 North American manufacturing facilities. We also operate globally in Canada, Europe, South Africa, and Australia. We are known for our portfolio of notable brands including Spic and Span® and Comet® cleaning products, Clorox® Pool&Spa™ (under license), BioGuard®, and Natural Chemistry® pool chemicals. We are also the #1 producer in North America of store-brand bleach and a leading private-label provider of laundry detergent and additives, dishwashing products, general-purpose cleaning, and other home care products.

Our global team of over 2,300 employees drives our capabilities in product development, product formulation, strategic sourcing, manufacturing, packaging design, brand marketing, project management, quality assurance, compliance, distribution, and logistics.

Our organization is constantly evolving and is driven by a set of “One KIK” values – a dedication to following through on commitments in a customer-focused, profit-motivated way; while never compromising on safety, ethics, or integrity.

KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. KIK does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or uniformed services status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

KIK is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact Human Resources immediately.

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Estimator (Welding & Fabrication)

Our Client is seeking a detail-oriented and technically strong Estimator to join our welding and fabrication team. This individual will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for custom assemblies that include machining, welding, fabrication, plating, finishing, and final assembly.

The ideal candidate understands manufacturing processes from raw material to finished product and can confidently analyze drawings, specifications, and customer requirements to develop precise job quotes.

This role is critical to our company's growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Review RFQs (Requests for Quote), blueprints, drawings, and customer specifications
• Analyze assemblies that require:

Welding (MIG, TIG, Stick, Structural)

Machining (CNC, manual)

Fabrication

Plating / coating / finishing

Mechanical assembly

• Determine material requirements and pricing
• Calculate labor hours for fabrication, welding, machining, and assembly
• Obtain and compare vendor quotes for outside services (plating, heat treating, etc.)
• Prepare detailed cost breakdowns including:

Material

Labor

Outside processing

Overhead

Margin

• Communicate with engineering, production, and purchasing teams to validate assumptions
• Submit formal quotations to customers in a timely manner
• Maintain estimating database and historical cost records
• Support production during job kickoff to ensure cost assumptions align with execution
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in estimating within a welding, fabrication, or manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of:

Welding processes

Machining processes

Fabrication techniques

Metal materials and grades

Manufacturing workflow

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Experience quoting multi-step assemblies
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating software
• Strong math and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Background in welding, machining, or shop floor experience
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems

Software Build Engineer - Core Data Platform Team, EISFull-Time, Hybrid (Boston or Springfield)

The Opportunity

You will join the Core Data Platform team, which builds and maintains a suite of tools powering over 2,100 data pipelines in production across MassMutual. As a Software Build Engineer, you'll manage the cloud infrastructure that supports this platform in a fast-paced, innovative, and collaborative environment. You'll recommend and evaluate new technologies, contribute to code and patterns, and play a key role in shaping the future of data engineering at MassMutual.

The Team

You'll be a key part of our esteemed Core Data Platform team, focused on enabling and accelerating the delivery of new data pipelines and products. You'll help support a thriving user community of over 12 data engineering teams, located both on-shore and off-shore. Our team is technical, highly motivated, and excels at working in a fast-paced and always evolving environment with agility and resilience. We regularly collaborate to establish enterprise strategy, working closely with architecture, governance, and enterprise infrastructure teams.

The Impact

• Design, develop, and improve build and deployment standards and processes (e.g., CI/CD, orchestration, scheduling) to accelerate delivery and ensure reliability of data pipelines.
• Develop and maintain core infrastructure to deliver scalable, robust, and highly available systems, directly supporting 12+ data engineering teams.
• Evaluate and recommend emergent technologies, tools, processes, and reference architectures, driving innovation and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the design and development of new software components, enhancing platform capabilities.
• Define version control best practices and automate enforcement where appropriate.
• Improve monitoring and logging using technologies such as OpenTelemetry and New Relic, enhancing system observability and reducing downtime.
• Identify areas for process improvement and automation, increasing efficiency and reducing manual effort.
• Collaborate closely with Enterprise Infrastructure, Architecture, and Governance teams, providing mentorship to developers as appropriate.
• Work in an Agile development environment, attending daily stand-up meetings and delivering incremental improvements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field.
• Cloud: 5+ years of experience working in a cloud environment (e.g., AWS) using infrastructure-as-code technologies such as Terraform or CloudFormation to provision infrastructure.

Ideal Qualifications

• Master's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field.
• Code: 2+ years of experience as a Python or Java developer.
• Build & Deployment: Excellent understanding of build and continuous integration and deployment tools (e.g., Github Actions, Artifactory).
• Communication: Excellent communication, problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Design: Strong foundation in algorithms, design patterns, and writing efficient code.
• Workflow: Knowledge of orchestration and scheduling tools (e.g., Apache Airflow).
• Data: Understanding of data processing technologies such as Apache Spark and Apache Kafka.
• Autonomy: Able to work independently and provide leadership to small teams of developers.

What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team

• Regular collaboration with Enterprise Infrastructure, Architecture, Governance and Data Engineering teams
• Focused one-on-one time with your manager
• Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQIA+, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups
• Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms
• Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits

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The Opportunity

Join our team as an Enterprise Architect in an industry leading EA function that creates alignment between technology and business strategy. You will have an opportunity to guide the process of planning and designing capabilities to maximize the value of IT and enable the company to make high impact, long-term decisions supporting the Corporate Technology Organization in Investment Management(Portfolio Management, Derivatives, Credit & Market Risk functions). This will be accomplished through architecture strategies, blueprints and road maps that standardize technology stacks which create engineering speed and agility through the innovative use of data science, data analytics, cloud and API's. The EA will work with a team that embrace diversity in all of its forms, respect and have fun.

The Team

The MassMutual Enterprise Architecture team in the Enterprise Technology and Experience organization is seeking an outstanding Enterprise Architect (Application) to join our team. Enterprise Architecture is composed of Business, Application, Technology & Design and Security architecture domains. Joining this team will give the Application EA a unique perspective and opportunity to partner with best-in-class architects on enterprise wide technology initiatives.

The Impact:

This role will work with Corporate Technology Finance & Investment Management line of business delivery teams, engineers, application operations, product managers, and enterprise stakeholders to help deliver innovative, data-driven systems aimed at transforming the insurance industry. As part of the application architecture team, incumbents may be responsible for any of the following:

• Technical evaluations and benchmarking of core application platforms, frameworks and technologies
• Specification and publication of standards around application design and software engineering best practices
• Thought leadership and active participation in conferences and research with strategic partners and academic institutions
• Partner with senior leaders to develop and maintain the Technology strategies & roadmap
• Partner with business executives and senior architects to identify data and process issues, then provide solution options and recommends options
• Provide recommendations on system options, risks, cost/benefit analysis, and impact on cross-domain systems, business strategy, goals and processes
• Engage in SA problem solving, snapshots and full architecture documents
• Actively publish deliverables, and utilizes multi-media to educate and engage with federated solution architecture community members
• Collaborate with extended enterprise architecture, business, and IT support teams to communicate architecture strategies, standards, and direction
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies

The Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related Technical degree
• 8+ years of related IT Solutions Architecture or Technical Lead experience

The Ideal Qualifications

• 10+ years of related IT Architecture or IT consulting experience
• 5 years of Investment Management and/or Finance experience
• Emerging Technologies in Investment Management including AI/ML
• Experience with IM Platforms: Eagle, Aladdin, Calypso, Murex or similar
• Experience in data management platform design and integrations, ABOR/IBOR data layer, data modeling for IM domain, data framework adoption, mastering solution design.
• Excellent communication, presentation, influencing and reasoning skills
• A team-focused mentality with proven ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on the ability to effectively influence others, collaborate and partner.
• Understanding of the impact of IT on business results
• Demonstrated experience using Architecture Methodology (TOGAF, Archimate)
• Strong decision-making capabilities, with a proven ability to weigh the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and identify the most appropriate one
• Experience in Public Cloud platforms (preferably AWS), solution design and development using Cloud-native services, and understanding of cost rationalization.
• AWS/Azure Cloud Certification
• Strong experience in Architecture and Design patterns
• Developed acumen in Domain Driven Design
• Strong experience with event streaming design and implementation using Kafka, along with web service protocols and patterns like SOAP, REST, JSON, XML/XSDs.
• Experience with REST API for data interchange and API-driven systems integration decoupling digital and backend systems.
• Track record of designing architectural reference material

What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team

• Regular meetings with the Enterprise Architecture team
• Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager
• Access to mentorship opportunities
• Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups
• Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms
• Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical nosiness with industry leading pay and benefits

#LI-RK1

The Opportunity

Join an industry leading EA function within MassMutual that creates alignment between technology and business strategy. You will have an opportunity to guide the process of planning and designing capabilities to maximize the value of IT and enable the company to make high impact, long-term decisions. This will be accomplished through architecture strategies, blueprints and road maps that standardize technology stacks which create engineering speed and agility through the innovative use of data science, data analytics, cloud and API's. The EA will work with a team that embrace diversity in all of its forms, respect and have fun.

The Team

The MassMutual Enterprise Architecture team in the Enterprise Technology and Experience organization is seeking an outstanding Enterprise Architect (Application) to join our team. Enterprise Architecture is composed of Business, Application, Infrastructure, Technology & Design and Security architecture domains. Joining this team will give the Application EA a unique perspective and opportunity to partner with best-in-class architects on enterprise wide technology initiatives.

The Impact:

This role will work with the Wealth Management line of business delivery teams, engineers, application operations, product managers, and enterprise stakeholders to help deliver innovative, data-driven systems aimed at transforming the insurance industry. As part of the application architecture team, incumbents may be responsible for any of the following:

• Partner with senior leaders to develop and maintain the Technology strategies & roadmap focused on Wealth Management
• Technical evaluations and benchmarking of core application platforms, frameworks and technologies
• Specification and publication of standards around application design and software engineering best practices
• Thought leadership and active participation in conferences and research with strategic partners and academic institutions
• Partner with business executives and senior architects to identify data and process issues, then provide solution options and recommends options
• Provide recommendations on system options, risks, cost/benefit analysis, and impact on cross-domain systems, business strategy, goals and processes
• Engage in SA problem solving, snapshots and full architecture documents
• Actively publish deliverables, and utilizes multi-media to educate and engage with federated solution architecture community members
• Collaborate with extended enterprise architecture, business, and IT support teams to communicate architecture strategies, standards, and direction
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies

The Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related Technical degree
• 8+ years of related IT Solutions Architecture or Technical Lead experience

The Ideal Qualifications

• 10+ years of related IT Architecture or IT consulting experience
• Preferred job experience includes some knowledge of Insurance and Wealth Management
• Experience with technology supporting: Financial Planning, Order Management, Lending, Wealth Investment Products, etc.
• Excellent communication, presentation, influencing and reasoning skills
• A team-focused mentality with proven ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on the ability to effectively influence others, collaborate and partner.
• Understanding of the impact of IT on business results
• Demonstrated experience using Architecture Methodology (TOGAF, Archimate)
• Strong decision-making capabilities, with a proven ability to weigh the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and identify the most appropriate one
• Experience in Public Cloud platforms (preferably AWS), solution design and development using Cloud-native services, and understanding of cost rationalization.
• AWS/Azure Cloud Certification
• Strong experience in Architecture and Design patterns
• Developed acumen in Domain Driven Design
• Strong experience with event streaming design and implementation using Kafka, along with web service protocols and patterns like SOAP, REST, JSON, XML/XSDs.
• Experience with REST API for data interchange and API-driven systems integration decoupling digital and backend systems.
• Track record of designing architectural reference material

What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team

• Regular meetings with the Enterprise Architecture team
• Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager
• Access to mentorship opportunities
• Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQ, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups
• Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms
• Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical nosiness with industry leading pay and benefits

#LI-RK1

Information Security Consultant, Security Platforms Engineering, Enterprise Information Systems (EIS)

Full-Time, Hybrid – Springfield, MA

The Opportunity

Working closely with MassMutual business partners, you'll help design and implement solutions that address unique security challenges, streamline incident response, and automate critical workflows. The role is centered on building and maintaining resilient logging, data pipeline, and SOAR platforms in collaboration with the Security Operations Center and Security Intelligence teams, directly supporting our mission to enhance detection, response, and overall security posture.

The Team

We are looking for fast thinking, eager to learn team players to join the Security Platforms team. When you join the Security Platforms team, you'll be working with a group of people who are passionate about our security, innovation, and the success of our business partners.

The Impact:

This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in advancing our enterprise's centralized logging and SOAR capabilities. You will be responsible for deploying, managing, and optimizing centralized logging tools, data pipeline, and SOAR platforms at scale, ensuring robust visibility and rapid response across the organization. In addition, you will be working with internal customers and key stakeholders such as the Security Operations Center to onboard logs, manipulate data, create playbooks, write scripts, and configure integrations.

The Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent professional experience
• 5+ years of experience in information technology field
• 1+ years experience with centralized logging, SIEM, and data pipeline
• Weekly on-call duties assigned based on team rotation (currently once every 10 weeks)

The Ideal Qualifications

• Maintaining SIEM and data pipeline platform stability, diagnosing and resolving issues related to the platforms, creating, responding to, and resolving alerts, onboarding and parsing data
• Experience with SOAR platforms
• Working knowledge of Terraform, GitHub, Jenkins, Amazon Machine Image (AMI) updates
• Experience with data manipulation and data science
• Expertise with regular expressions
• Hands on experience with or in support of any of the following vendors: Kafka, Sumo Logic, Splunk, Cribl, Crowdstrike, AWS, XSOAR, Torq, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Netskope, Google, Apple, Microsoft, Atlassian, and other applicable products preferred
• Experience with Linux system administration
• Experience with scripting languages, programming in JSON, JavaScript, python, and bash
• Experience with UNIX, Windows Servers, Java
• Knowledge of information security systems such as firewalls, intrusion detection, antivirus, data loss protection, vulnerability scanning, Active Directory, and LDAP
• Preferred knowledge of Database Management (MySQL, Sybase, Oracle, DB2, MS-SQL), building queries and developing stored procedures
• Information security solutions development either from an architect or engineering perspective
• Experience troubleshooting inside of a corporate network
• Experience with secure data communications and applications
• Extensive knowledge of current and upcoming IT security technologies
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and customer service skills
• Exceptional troubleshooting skills and ability to problem solve with little to no supervision
• Working knowledge of ServiceNow and JIRA tickets for customer assistance

What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team

• Regular collaboration within the Security Platforms Engineering team
• Focused one-on-one time with your manager
• Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LGBTQIA+, veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups
• Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms
• Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits

#LI-RK1