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The Sales Associate will be responsible for supporting the Store Leadership Team to achieve all company goals and initiatives. The Sales Associate will model and maintain excellent customer service with effective communication, product knowledge, and appropriate selling techniques. The Sales Associate will maintain company standards of all merchandise presentation, replenishment, and sizing while maintaining a new and clean store and backroom.

Key Accountabilities:

• Be aware of customer activity and respond with a sense of urgency, prioritizing assisting customers over other tasks
• Greet and acknowledge customers while providing the appropriate level of service
• Effectively communicate value and quality of our merchandise while sharing our current promotions and offer solutions for \"out of stock\" items when necessary
• Exercise sound judgment in effectively addressing customer concerns
• Demonstrate the appropriate level of selling skills to positively impact conversion
• Provide fast, friendly, and accurate service at the cashwrap while educating customers on the benefit of the PLACE Card
• Maintain appropriate stock levels and ensure that all sizes and styles are represented
• Follow company standards of merchandise presentation, signage, and display
• Support and maintain a neat, clean, and organized stockroom while adhering to a customer ready environment, and adhering to safety requirements
• Perform daily housekeeping duties to company standard
• Guarantee company assets by ensuring adherence to all Loss Prevention procedures
• Inform Store Leadership Team of maintenance and facility needs promptly to ensure that customers and associates are provided a clean and safe environment
• Contribute focused, well-managed efforts towards achievement of store goals
• Exhibit flexibility by processing stock when necessary

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Previous retail experience preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Excellent customer engagement
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work in team environment
• Must be adaptable and flexible to changing priorities
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet business needs, including weekends, overnights, evenings, and call-in shifts
• Ability to maneuver on sales floor and stockroom; climb ladder, lift and carry up to 50 lbs

As an Operations Manager or Merchandising Manager you will provide oversight of store operations and/or merchandising, delivering excellent customer service. You will teach, coach, and develop associates to execute operational, service and merchandising processes focused on consistent execution and efficiency. You will be accountable for the overall results and success of all key performance measures with a primary goal of driving sales and profitability.

What You'll Do

• Ensure sound operational processes, including receiving and processing product, stockroom management and omni channel fulfillment
• Drive accuracy through completion of all required business directives such as merchandise disposition practices
• Maintain appropriate levels of product on the sales floor by planning and directing floor replenishment as necessary based on sell through and seasonal changes
• Lead efforts at point of sale and customer service departments to deliver speed of service transactions while creating a compelling customer experience
• Ensure that store merchandising standards follow visual merchandising direction, accomplishing product presentation; make decisions about and adaptations to merchandising direction based on the layout, adjacencies and needs of the store; ensure product is displayed in a manner which is clear and easy to understand and is compelling to the customer
• Maintain appropriate levels of product on the sales floor by planning and directing floor remerchandising and replenishment as necessary, based on sell through and seasonal changes
• Direct, teach and train associates to accurately execute all company merchandising direction to brand standards in a timely manner
• Lead execution of pricing activities in the store, ensure that price changes, sign changes and ticketing procedures are completed accurately and efficiently
• Support prevention of loss by educating associates, monitoring daily store activity, maintaining product protection standards, ensuring company policies are followed and partnering with Loss Prevention
• Manage the training processes for new hires, ensuring associates are skilled on process best practices, proper inventory procedures, productivity and merchandising standards, product knowledge and how to leverage Kohl's tools and resources

All manager roles at Kohl's are responsible for:

• Managing with integrity, honesty and fostering teamwork in an engaged and inclusive culture
• Exercising good judgment and discernment when making decisions; taking appropriate partners as needed
• Modeling, enforcing and providing direction and guidance to associates
• Demonstrating, coaching and developing a customer service mindset, including customer service techniques, anticipating customer needs and satisfactorily resolving issues
• Ensuring the store has strong operational standards, shortage mitigation, and merchandising presentation to include accurate pricing and proper signing
• Monitoring and adjusting resources as the business dictates to support customer needs and workload demands
• Assessing key performance indicators (KPIs) to make informed business decisions that drive overall store results
• Managing talent, including hiring, training, developing, and supervising
• Accomplishing multiple tasks within established timeframes
• Training, monitoring and reinforcing company policies, procedures, standards and guidelines
• Maintaining adherence to company safety policies and ensuring the safety of associates and customers
• Other responsibilities as assigned

What Skills You Have

• Required
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Experience supervising teams or associates, including the responsibility for coaching to achieve daily goals and performance management
  • Great verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent decision-making and problem-solving skills to make quick decisions
  • Strong people management skills and ability to develop talent
  • Flexible availability, including days, nights, weekends and holidays
• Preferred
  • Experience working in a retail environment, preferably in a managerial position
  • College degree OR equivalent combination of education and 2 years experience in retail or similar industry

Account Manager

Erlanger, KY

Reports to: CEO

Steuart Nutrition exists to glorify God by creating life-giving products.

We believe culture and character drive results. Our focus is to build long-term partnerships, operate with integrity, and manufacture high-quality supplement products for growing brands.

Steuart Nutrition is a supplement manufacturing company based in Erlanger, Kentucky. We are scaling our operations through robotics, AI-driven workflows, and process automation to build a highly efficient, forward-thinking manufacturing platform. We take a proactive approach to business development through product development and operationalizing supply chain partnership.

We work with brands across the supplement, wellness, and sports nutrition industries and are focused on long-term growth and operational excellence.

We are hiring an Account Manager to manage and strengthen relationships with our existing customers.

This role serves as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts and ensures communication, timelines, and expectations remain clear throughout the production process. You will work closely with Sales, Operations, Quality, and Leadership teams to translate customer needs into clear internal priorities and ensure we consistently deliver on our commitments.

This role requires ownership, organization, and strong communication. You will proactively manage customer relationships, coordinate internal teams, and ensure customers feel informed, supported, and confident in their partnership with Steuart Nutrition.

Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned customer accounts

Manage day-to-day communication with customers regarding orders, timelines, and updates

Proactively communicate changes, risks, and production timelines

Coordinate internally with Operations, Quality, R&D, and Logistics teams

Support customer onboarding, transitions, and ongoing operational needs

Track commitments, deliverables, and follow-ups to ensure expectations are met

Assist with pricing discussions, renewals, and growth opportunities within accounts

Resolve issues quickly and professionally when challenges arise

Build long-term customer relationships through consistency, transparency, and follow-through

Represent Steuart Nutrition’s mission and culture with professionalism

Attend once a year trade show events

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Highly organized and detail-oriented

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Comfortable coordinating across internal teams and departments

Solutions-focused and calm under pressure

Professional confidence when communicating with customers

Experience in account management, customer success, customer service, or sales support roles is helpful but not required.

Manufacturing, supplement, food, or B2B experience is a plus but not required.

No degree required.

Base Salary + Performance-Based Bonus

Salary range is benchmarked to Account Manager compensation in Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati markets.

As Steuart Nutrition continues to scale, strong performance in this role may lead to expanded responsibilities in customer operations, senior account management, or leadership opportunities within the organization.

Hi, thank you for applying for this position. In a paragraph of at least 6 sentences, please answer the following questions:

1. What about our mission + values excites you? And why?
2. Describe the team environment where you do your best work.
3. When you miss a goal, what do you usually attribute it to?
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5. Tell me about a time something went wrong at work that wasn’t your fault. What did you do next?

Erlanger, KY

Travel:5-10%

Reports to: CEO

Steuart Nutrition exists to glorify God by creating life-giving products.

We believe culture and character drive results. Our focus is to build long-term partnerships, operate with integrity, and manufacture high-quality supplement products for growing brands.

Steuart Nutrition is a supplement manufacturing company based in Erlanger, Kentucky. We are scaling our operations through robotics, AI-driven workflows, and process automation to build a highly efficient, forward-thinking manufacturing platform. We take a proactive approach to business development through product development and operationalizing supply chain partnership.

We work with brands across the supplement, wellness, and sports nutrition industries and are focused on long-term growth and operational excellence.

We are hiring a Quality Site Manager to lead and build the quality program for our Erlanger, Kentucky manufacturing facility.

This role will oversee site quality systems, laboratory operations, and cross-functional quality initiatives while working closely with Operations, Production, and Leadership teams. The Quality Site Manager will be responsible for ensuring our manufacturing processes consistently meet high standards for safety, compliance, and product integrity.

This role requires a hands-on leader with strong problem-solving skills and a systems mindset. You will help design and implement modern quality systems that improve accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement across the facility as we scale our operations.

Lead and manage the site-wide quality program including sanitation, allergen control, ingredient verification, seal integrity, and traceability

Develop and oversee digital quality workflows, metrics, and reporting systems

Establish and manage an internal testing lab, including equipment, systems, and team development

Monitor production quality performance and implement improvements when issues arise

Partner with Operations, Production, and Engineering teams to integrate quality into daily processes

Ensure audit readiness, regulatory compliance, and strong documentation practices

Implement root-cause analysis and corrective actions to prevent recurring issues

Develop dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools that track quality performance

Coach cross-functional teams to strengthen ownership and accountability for quality outcomes

Represent Steuart Nutrition’s mission and culture through high standards of integrity and leadership

Strong leadership and problem-solving skills with a systems-oriented mindset

Ability to build and improve quality processes in a manufacturing environment

Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments

Hands-on approach to troubleshooting and process improvement

Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities

Alignment with our mission, values, and a character-driven workplace

Experience in quality management, manufacturing, or food/supplement production preferred

Experience with audits, root-cause analysis, metrics, or quality systems is strongly preferred

Microbiology lab experience, aseptic sampling methods, or GLP experience are helpful but not required

Interest in automation, digital tools, or data-driven quality systems is a plus

No degree required — capability, discipline, and character matter most.

Compensation is benchmarked to Quality Management roles in Northern Kentucky and the Greater Cincinnati manufacturing market.

As Steuart Nutrition continues to scale, this leadership role may expand into broader quality or operational leadership across the organization.

Potential future paths include Multi-Site Quality Leadership, Corporate Quality Roles, or hybrid leadership opportunities across Quality and R&D depending on performance and company growth.

Hi, thank you for applying for this position. In a paragraph of at least 6 sentences, please answer the following questions:

1. What about our mission + values excites you? And why?
2. Describe the team environment where you do your best work.
3. When you miss a goal, what do you usually attribute it to?
4. 
   
5. Tell me about a time something went wrong at work that wasn’t your fault. What did you do next?

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Benefits: Benefits from day 1 with almost 100% coverage! In addition to 11 paid holidays, 2-3 weeks vacation, 401K, etc.

Target Salary:$120,000-150,000

Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options: up to 20% annual bonus

Job Summary: Plan, organize, and direct the design engineering staff to develop specialized structures for North American Class 1 and Transit applications. Lead the development and standardization of the design engineering processes for the production and assembly of products across seven facilities within the US. Responsible for implementing and championing new methodologies to improve the consistency and timeliness of the design engineering activities, as well as streamline and clarify projects to reduce completion time.

Job Duties:

• Manage engineering personnel (including direct reports) to ensure projects are completed and released according to specifications and schedules
• Champion the continuous improvement efforts of design engineering
• Identify opportunities to improve or mitigate risk through data driven process approach
• Develop designs with consideration of interested parties, manufacturability, and cost implications
• Create training programs to develop new hires, expand roles of existing employees, and empower the Design team as a whole
• Communicate with Customers and outside agencies to prioritize submittals and approvals
• Forecast team workload and schedules, develop strategies to address resources constraints; promote teamwork and shared workload
• Implement and review check sheets to monitor progress and quality of design work
• Assign and prioritize staff projects
• Manage overall design engineering backlog
• Lead product strategy vision and development requirements to achieve strategy goals, market share, cost, and OPACC objectives

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Engineering (PE desirable) or bachelor’s degree with equivalent required experience
• Familiarity with international standards and regulations (FRA, AAR, EN, AS/RISSB) preferred
• Experience in structural steel design, metallurgy, steel machining, and processing
• Demonstrated experience in leading product development and design processes
• Knowledge of ISO (AREMA & AAR a plus) standards and specifications related to product design and application, product development, engineering principles, and testing, to include theory, design and manufacture, project management, and data analysis
• Proven experience with design software including various 2D and 3D modeling and drawing platforms (AutoDesk-AutoCAD, Inventor, Visual Basic, LISP)
• Experience with ASME Y14.5, AIAG Core Tools (DFMEA) and Root Cause are a plus
• Strong proficiency with MS Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Blueprint reading

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Estimator plays a critical role within the preconstruction team. This position is responsible for leading complex estimating efforts, developing accurate and competitive project budgets, and collaborating closely with internal teams, subcontractors, and clients. The Senior Estimator also supports continuous improvement initiatives and mentors junior estimating staff to ensure consistency, accuracy, and efficiency across estimating operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Preconstruction & Estimating Leadership

• Lead preconstruction and estimating efforts for large-scale, complex, or high-priority commercial construction projects.
• Develop detailed conceptual, schematic, design development, and GMP estimates.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and project documents to prepare comprehensive and accurate cost estimates.
• Identify project risks, assumptions, and contingencies and communicate them clearly to stakeholders.

Subcontractor & Supplier Coordination

• Solicit, review, and evaluate subcontractor and supplier bids for scope completeness and pricing accuracy.
• Coordinate bid leveling and ensure alignment with project scope and schedule.
• Develop strong working relationships with trade partners and suppliers.

Client & Internal Collaboration

• Collaborate with project management, operations, architects, engineers, and consultants to define scope and pricing strategies.
• Present estimates, budgets, and value engineering options to clients and executive leadership.
• Support business development efforts by assisting with pricing strategies and proposal development.

Value Engineering & Cost Control

• Develop value engineering options and cost-saving recommendations while maintaining quality and performance.
• Utilize historical cost data and market trends to enhance estimate accuracy.
• Participate in post-bid and post-project reviews to evaluate estimating performance and identify improvement opportunities.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor and support junior estimators and preconstruction team members.
• Assist leadership with developing and maintaining standardized estimating procedures and best practices.
• Promote collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the estimating team.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in commercial construction estimating, including experience leading complex projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and cost drivers.
• Proficiency with estimating software, digital takeoff tools, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Advanced estimating and cost analysis expertise.
• Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, trade partners, and executive leadership.

Ready to captain a preschool that sparks joy and transforms lives? Cadence Academy Preschool Faith-Based, a proud part of the Cadence Education family, is searching for an inspiring Preschool Director to lead our team of childcare visionaries! If you’re driven by a passion for kids and bring leadership experience from childcare, daycare, or early childhood education, this is your moment to steer a vibrant school toward excellence.

Why Cadence Education is Your Leadership Launchpad:

At Cadence, we’re all about igniting bright futures for children, families, employees, and communities. Our innovative curriculum and nurturing, home-like environments set the gold standard for early education. You’ll lead a dynamic team of fun, talented educators who thrive on collaboration, open communication, and a shared love for child development. We’re not just a preschool—we’re a beacon of learning, and we need your visionary leadership to shine the way!

What Makes You Our Leadership Luminary:

• Proven leadership at an early childhood facility with multiple classrooms and programs.
• Meets state licensing standards at a director level, including criminal background screening and fingerprinting.
• Education/experience in one of these:
• Bachelor’s degree + 6+ months in group childcare, OR
• Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education
• Deep knowledge of national/state education standards, licensing, fire, health, and OSHA regulations.
• Strong grasp of USDA Nutritional Standards for Schools.
• At least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license and a driving record meeting company standards.

Your Leadership Blueprint:

• Education & Curriculum: Deliver our stellar curriculum with flair, ensuring top-quality programs that exceed standards. Foster a safe, nurturing environment that promotes student achievement and well-being.
• Leadership & Performance: Model professionalism, inspire your team of 20–40 with clear communication, and guide their growth through appraisals and goal-setting. Recruit top talent to keep the team thriving.
• Financial Mastery: Hit enrollment and financial targets, manage budgets like a pro, and balance profitability with exceptional care. Engage with parents, vendors, and community partners to boost our school’s success.
• Compliance & Safety: Keep our school compliant with all regulations, creating a safe, organized space that shines.

Preschool Director Required Skills:

• Proven leadership experience at an early childhood facility with multiple classrooms and programs
• Compliance with state licensing standards at a director level, including but not limited to criminal background screening and fingerprinting
• Minimum requirement of education/experience within one of the following:
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university combined with 6+ months of experience in the group care of children – or –
• Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education – or –
• Associate degree or equivalent combined with 1+ year in a supervisory position and 2+ years of experience in the group care of children
• Must be EEC - Director II Certified in the State of MA
• Comprehensive knowledge of national and state education standards, licensing requirements and procedures, and fire, health, and OSHA regulations
• Strong knowledge of USDA Nutritional Standards for Schools
• Must have the ability to travel.
• Must have the ability to work nights and weekends as needed.
• Must be at least 21 years old and meet corporate driving requirements
• Valid Driver’s License with a driving record that meets company standards

Preschool Director Responsibilities:

Education and Curriculum

• The Preschool Director ensures successful implementation of approved preschool curriculum by providing and maintaining quality educational programs
• Maintains compliance with accreditation and state licensing requirements as well as all applicable state and federal laws, and preschool policies and procedures
• Extensive knowledge and understanding National and State Education Standards and maintaining the school at a level exceeding these standards
• Practice effective counseling and advising of students and parents while fostering a safe learning environment
• Emphasizing student’s achievement and create an environment that nurtures and promotes children’s’ development and well-being
• Knowledge and experience in effective communication protocols
• Ensures environment maintains safe, organized, and meeting the high-quality standards of Cadence Education
• Knowledge and experience in team processes for advancing learning outcomes
• Participate in marketing events, campaigns, and community relations

Leadership and Managing Performance

• The Preschool Director upholds company standards and set the example by consistently modeling professional leadership, management and instructional skills while interacting with others. Demonstrates consistency in words and actions
• Clearly communicates preschool standards, guidelines, and preschool policies to all staff and stress their importance to the organization
• Ability to train a staff of 20-40 and oversee the completion of performance appraisals, supervise the development of individualized goals for staff’s professional growth and development, as well as supervise the monitoring and evaluation of goal accomplishment
• Recruit and hire new staff

Financial Management

• Analyzes financial profit and loss results, customer satisfaction measures, and other key performance data to make the best decisions for the success of our preschool
• Manages preschool to achieve and exceed planned financial and enrollment targets
• Reviews and operates budget and demonstrates an understanding of the process
• Continually seeks ways to manage and reduce expenses without sacrificing quality or service; balances profitability with priorities related to staff and our children and families
• Can interact externally with current enrollment and prospect parents, external curriculum activities and vendors

Location: Walton, KY

Job Summary

The Inventory & Operations Supervisor is responsible for leading evening warehouse operations with primary accountability for inventory movement, slotting, and organization during the transition into a new facility, while also ensuring efficient ecommerce and wholesale order fulfillment across all channels.

This role plays a critical part in establishing accurate inventory locations, maintaining system integrity, and supporting the operational ramp-up of the facility. The supervisor will oversee the movement and consolidation of inventory, coordinate labor across inbound and outbound workflows, and ensure that nightly fulfillment operations meet productivity, accuracy, and service level expectations.

The supervisor leads warehouse associates, monitors operational KPIs, and drives disciplined processes that support inventory accuracy, operational stability, and scalable omnichannel operations.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Movement & Facility Organization

Lead nightly inventory movement activities supporting the transition and organization of the new warehouse facility

Coordinate product relocation, consolidation, and slotting into new rack locations

Ensure accurate location assignments and inventory transactions within the WMS/ERP system

Oversee pallet movements, inventory transfers, and rack placement to support efficient warehouse flow

Partner with receiving and operations teams to stage and integrate inbound inventory into the facility

Identify and resolve location conflicts, discrepancies, or system variances during inventory movement

Operational Leadership

Supervise and lead warehouse associates across inventory movement, picking, packing, and shipping activities

Set nightly operational priorities and allocate labor based on inventory projects and order fulfillment demand

Monitor team productivity, quality, and safety across all warehouse functions

Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to team members

Enforce safety standards and operational procedures across the shift

Inventory Management & Control

Maintain inventory accuracy during facility setup and operational execution

Oversee location audits, inventory verification, and cycle count activities

Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, shortages, and system variances

Ensure proper product storage, labeling, and material handling procedures

Support the development of sustainable inventory control processes for long-term operations

Omnichannel Fulfillment Oversight

Oversee nightly fulfillment operations for ecommerce and wholesale orders

Ensure orders are picked, packed, and staged accurately and efficiently

Maintain compliance with retailer routing guides, labeling requirements, and shipping standards

Monitor pick accuracy, packing standards, and outbound quality control

Ensure shipments meet service level expectations and operational deadlines

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

Track and report operational KPIs including:

Inventory accuracy

Order accuracy

On-time shipment performance

Productivity per labor hour

Inventory adjustments and shrink

Identify operational inefficiencies and implement process improvements

Support cost control through effective labor planning and workflow optimization

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

3–5 years of warehouse experience, with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or lead role

Experience supporting ecommerce and/or wholesale fulfillment operations

Strong understanding of warehouse inventory flow, slotting, and material movement

Experience working with WMS/ERP systems and Microsoft Excel

Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a fast-paced operational environment

Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs as needed

Ability to operate warehouse equipment (forklift, pallet jack, or cherry picker preferred)

Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment

Work Schedule

PM Shift: 4:00 PM – 12:30 AM

Full-time; schedule may include weekends or overtime based on operational needs

Preferred Skills

Experience supporting warehouse startups, expansions, or facility transitions

Experience managing inventory relocation or slotting projects

Experience in multi-channel fulfillment (ecommerce + retail/wholesale)

Experience managing cycle count programs

Forklift or cherry picker certification

Experience working with retailer compliance requirements (routing guides, labeling, ASN, etc.)