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About IMI

Established in 1987, International Materials (IMI) is one of the world’s leading privately owned bulk raw materials trading companies, serving global customers across cement, construction, steel, and related industries. From sourcing materials to chartering vessels and delivering products directly to customers, IMI manages every step with precision, reliability, and a strong service-driven culture. With more than 170 employees across 11 international offices, long-term supplier partnerships, and an integrated global presence, we have built a reputation for technical expertise, personalized customer service, and the ability to support partners through complex supply chains.

This role supports the Trading team by accurately entering and managing trade transactions, coordinating information across Operations, Contracts, Finance, and Legal, and assisting with key commercial documents. You will help review contracts, support customer service needs, conduct basic market research, follow up on payments, and ensure deals are aligned and properly reflected in the ERP system—contributing to smooth execution and reliable reporting across the trade lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as a key liaison between the Trading team and internal departments including Operations, Contracts, Finance, and Legal.
• Accurately capture trade transactions (both purchases and sales) in the ERP system, ensuring alignment with negotiated commercial terms.
• Create and manage purchase and sales orders, maintaining consistency with contract terms and company policies.
• Assist Traders in preparing commercial documents such as client offers, freight quote requests, lot sheets, and budgets.
• Manage the end-to-end deal entry process in the ERP, ensuring correct matching of purchases, sales, freight, and budget allocations.
• Collaborate with Traders and the Contracts Desk to draft and review customer sales and supply agreements.
• Partner with the Legal department to support risk management by reviewing trade contracts, identifying discrepancies, and mitigating potential exposures.
• Provide timely and accurate trade information to the Operations team.
• Coordinate with international Operations teams on matters such as inventory management, quality specifications, cash flow planning, shipment scheduling, vessel nominations, and contract alignment.
• Conduct market research on clients, commodities, supply sources, and industry trends to support trading strategies.
• Work with the Finance department and Traders to manage customer collections and monitor payment statuses.
• Support the financial and operational reconciliation of quarterly trade results, ensuring ERP data reflects actual trade performance.
• Assist Traders with customer service and post-sale support to maintain strong client relationships

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, logistics, or related field, or equivalent work experience required.
• Knowledge of trade and/or logistics preferred.
• Resourceful, organized, and strong attention to detail.
• Able to multi-task and work independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Spanish speaking is a plus.
• Excellent computer skills with knowledge of Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

It is International Materials’ policy to provide and promote equal opportunity in employment, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination based on any non-merit factor in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

PRIDE Industries is a fast-paced company with a mission: To Create Jobs for People with Disabilities while providing high quality, value-added solutions to our nationwide customers. We are currently recruiting to fill the following position:

This position is on a federal AbilityOne contract that requires that most of the work hours are performed by employees with disabilities. Due to program requirements, this particular position needs to be filled by a person with a disability

Job: Maintenance Trades Helper

Job Code: 722 - LA-Maint Trades Helper

SCA Occup: 23580 Maintenance Trades Helper

Salary Grade: Federal Wage Determination or Collective Bargaining Agreement

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Approval Date: March 2017

Position Summary: Under close supervision, the Maintenance Trades Helper assists one or more workers in the skilled maintenance trades by performing specific or general duties of lesser skill. The kind of work the helper is performs varies from trade to trade. Employees in this job class keep a worker supplied with materials and tools, clean work areas, machines, and equipment. This is an entry level position.

Typical Duties:

• Performs a variety of lesser skilled maintenance duties.
• Assist journeyman by supplying, lifting and holding materials or tools.
• Performs unskilled tasks as directed by a journeyman.
• May perform specialized machine operations.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: 0 to 1 year of work experience, preferably in construction or maintenance; Ability to follow instructions on labels for proper and safe use of tools and equipment; Ability to communicate effectively and respond to questions and requests from customers and others; Human relations skills to build effective working relationships; Basic mathematical ability, ability to read and use measurements; Flexibility to adapt to changing work priorities; and fill-in during absences to maintain quality of service; Ability to manage and accurately track material resources and time, and adapt to changing work priorities; Demonstrated organizational, problem solving and common sense skills.

Education Requirements: Not Applicable

Certificates or Licenses Required: The following licenses or certificates may be required depending on local, state and/or contract requirements: Not Applicable

Physical Requirements: Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance:

• Maneuvering to and around equipment
• Standing and walking
• Bending, stooping, kneeling and reaching
• Lifting of boxes or equipment up to 50 pounds
• Climbing ladders or step stools

Work Environment: Work is performed at a customer's location in office, shop, warehouse, or outdoor environment. May require driving to and from worksite locations. Equipment can be located in crawl spaces, rooftops, and outside facility. Employees may be exposed to hazardous and/or toxic substances, electrical shock, noise from equipment, and depending on external weather conditions, wind, rain, cold, and heat.

Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job. Employees are expected to follow their supervisor's instructions and to perform the tasks requested by their supervisors.

At PRIDE, we make a difference in the lives of many, one job at a time.

If you are interested in working for this unique organization that blends business with a social mission, please apply online.

Founded over 35 years ago, First Quality is a family-owned company that has grown from a small business in McElhattan, Pennsylvania into a group of companies, employing over 5,000 team members, while maintaining our family values and entrepreneurial spirit. With corporate offices in New York and Pennsylvania and 8 manufacturing campuses across the U.S. and Canada, the companies within the First Quality group produce high-quality personal care and household products for large retailers and healthcare organizations. Our personal care and household product portfolio includes baby diapers, wipes, feminine pads, paper towels, bath tissue, adult incontinence products, laundry detergents, fabric finishers, and dishwash solutions. In addition, we manufacture certain raw materials and components used in the manufacturing of these products, including flexible print and packaging solutions.

Guided by our values of humility, unity, and integrity, we leverage advanced technology and innovation to drive growth and create new opportunities. At First Quality, you’ll find a collaborative environment focused on continuous learning, professional development, and our mission to Make Things Better®.

We are seeking a International Trade Compliance Specialist for First Quality Consumer Products located in McElhattan, PA.

This position will ensure that the company’s import and export activities comply with all applicable U.S. and international trade laws including, EAR, ITAR, OFAC, and partner government agency requirements. Responsible for managing all aspects of global logistics, customs compliance, documentation, financial impacts, and risks for raw materials, machinery, components, and finished goods. This role is crucial for ensuring timely delivery, minimizing delays, and maintaining compliance with global trade regulations.

Principal Accountabilities/ Responsibilities:

• Manage the import and export process of raw materials, machinery, parts, and finished goods aligned with production schedules.
• Ensure compliance with all international trade regulations, U.S. and foreign customs laws, and manufacturing-specific import/export requirements.
• Prepare, verify, and maintain shipping and customs documentation, including invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and certificates of origin.
• Work closely with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and 3PL partners to coordinate timely and cost-effective global shipments.
• Collaborate with internal teams—procurement, production, quality, warehousing, legal, and product development to assess trade compliance implications of new products or markets —to align logistics with supply chain needs.
• Track shipments in real time and proactively resolve any issues with customs clearance or logistics delays.
• Optimize logistics operations and reduce transportation costs through vendor negotiation and process improvements.
• Develop strategic international strategies to deliver the lowest cost options while limiting risk of finished goods sales as well as raw materials and machinery procurement.
• Maintain records in accordance with company policy and support internal and government audits as needed.
• Stay informed of changes in tariffs, sanctions, and other trade compliance requirements.
• Obtain and manage import/export licenses, certificates, and permits (including, but not limited to, customs bonds and powers of attorney) as required.
• Manage international partner relationships and well as implement a network of partners that supports all First Quality requirements
• Develop and deliver training programs for staff on international trade compliance policies and procedures
• Assist with internal audits, risk assessments, and corrective actions to mitigate compliance risks.

Education and experience requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in International Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in import/export operations, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of Incoterms, HTS classification, and global trade regulations.
• Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, or equivalent.
• Experience with customs documentation, shipping procedures, and international logistics.
• Excellent problem-solving, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Skills/competencies requirements:

• Licensed Customer Broker, required
• Certified Internal Trade Professional, preferred
• Certified Export Specialist (CES), preferred

** Travel to plants expected with a target of 20% or less**

What We Offer You

We believe that by continuously improving the quality of our benefits, we can help to raise the quality of life for our team members and their families. At First Quality you will receive:

• Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities
• Paid time off (three-week minimum)
• Medical, dental and vision starting day one
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500)
• Bundle of joy benefit (years’ worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums
• ...and more!

First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.

First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.

For immediate consideration, please go to the Careers section at to complete our online application.

Reporting to the VP, Brand Integrity, Ethics and Investigations, the Senior Counsel, International Trade Compliance is an experienced compliance lawyer responsible for advancing and managing the Company’s economic sanctions, customs, and export controls compliance programs and enabling compliance with ever-changing and complex global requirements. Such individual is responsible for continually assessing the Company’s sanctions and export compliance risk and in conjunction with other key stakeholders updating, designing and implementing appropriate controls to mitigate such risks.

The individual will have extensive interaction with other members of the Legal Team, the Senior Leadership Team, business teams, as well as with numerous other internal organizations.

Responsibilities

The Senior Counsel, International Trade Compliance is responsible for serving as the internal subject matter expert on applicable global laws and regulations pertaining to economic sanctions, customs and export controls and their impact on the Company’s business (e.g., OFAC, ITAR, and EAR). Such individual is also responsible for developing, enhancing, and implementing the Company’s international trade and export compliance programs and associated procedures to enable compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Such duties will include the following:

• Identify and manage sanctions, customs, and export control compliance issues, escalate and remediate as appropriate;
• Advise the business on sanctions, customs, and export controls compliance, risks, and risk mitigation.
• Conduct sanctions, customs, and export compliance risk assessments and recommend changes to applicable policies and procedures;
• Lead trade and export compliance investigations and manage submissions and disclosures to governmental entities as required;
• Provide oversight to business units highly dependent upon trade, customs or export compliance programs (e.g., ITAR);
• Develop appropriate sanctions, trade and export compliance training for relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor proposed sanctions and export compliance laws and regulations and provide advice to business stakeholders regarding implications and requirements; and,
• Implement robust compliance tools (including policies, procedures, manuals and as appropriate IT solutions), to enhance the Company’s trade and export compliance controls, and otherwise support the Company’s Ethics and Compliance program and initiatives.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Member in good standing of the bar of at least one U.S. state.
• A minimum of 5 years focusing on trade, customs and export compliance, sanctions, or related matters.
• A minimum of 7 to 10 years of professional experience assessing/investigating alleged or actual regulatory/legal or ethical concerns.
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills, as well as excellent analytical ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal and regulatory concerns to non-legal stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects.
• Ability to effectively lead cross-functional teams, effectively collaborate, and work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to manage a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.

OTHER VALUED EXPERIENCE

• In-house experience.
• Significant experience with the Arms Export Control Act and its implementing regulations, the International Traffic in Arms Regulation and 22 CFR parts 120-130.
• Significant experience and ability serve as the internal subject matter expert regarding the Federal Acquisition Regulation
• Flexibility and willingness to adapt and grow in an expanding organization.
• Commitment to compliance and integrity.
• Experience implementing and administering standard trade compliance software solutions.
• Ability to collaborate among all levels of the organization and business.
• Self-starter who can develop effective networks with internal customers and external stakeholders.
• Strong time management, prioritization, analytical, and organizational skills, with ability to meet deadlines and achieve desired results.
• Excellent customer relationship, communication, and people skills.
• Adaptable and capable of managing multiple initiatives, both collaboratively and independently.
• Experience in the application of non-U.S. export control and sanctions regulations.

What you’ll experience working for ULS

UL Solutions has been pioneering change since 1894 and we’re still leading the way. From day one, we’ve blazed a trail protecting the planet and everyone on it. Our teams have influenced billions of products, plus services, software offerings and more. We break things, burn things and blow things up. All in the name of safety science.

That’s where you come in — because none of it could happen without you. It takes passion to protect people, problem-solving to safeguard personal data and conviction to make the world a more sustainable place. It takes bold ideas and brilliant minds to build a better world for future generations across the globe.

This is more than a job. It’s a calling. A passion to use our expertise and play our part in creating a more secure, sustainable world today — and tomorrow. As a member of our safety science community, you’ll use your ideas, your energy and your ambition to innovate, challenge and ultimately, help create a safer world.

Everyone here is unique. But we’re also a global community, working together to help create a safer world. Join UL Solutions and you can connect with the brightest minds in the business, all bringing their distinct perspectives and diverse backgrounds together to deliver real change.

Empowering our customers to keep the world safe means thinking ahead. It means investing in training and empowering our people to learn and innovate. At UL Solutions, we help build a better future — one where everyone benefits.

Join UL Solutions to be at the center of safety. To learn more about us and the work we do, visit

Total Rewards: We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $180,000 to $230,000 and is based on multiple factors, including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target payout of 20% of the base salary. This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision; wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings (401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and sick time off (72 hours).

Express Employment Professionals and the Specialized Recruiting Group in Rochester Hills is a nationally recognized specialized team with a deep history of success and is expanding its team due to incredible growth! We are looking for an outstanding individual who enjoys engaging with people, welcomes a challenge! If you have a desire to help others succeed with your expertise in technical industrial recruiting, this position is for you!

This is an opportunity with unlimited potential for growth with a company that recognizes and rewards you for your achievements!

Qualifications:

• Previous recruiting experience required in industrial skilled trades
• Knowledge of the skilled trades profession or equivalent industrial knowledge, with ability to transition between various skilled trade professions
• Comfortable with cold calling, in-person and via phone in prospecting new clients
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and professional social media
• High energy, competitive spirit! Goal driven to succeed!
• Hungry to learn and grow in the trade of helping people succeed
• Speaks the language of the industrial trades with potential candidates and customers

Requirements:

• Full cycle sourcing, recruiting, interviewing and account management activities in the skilled trade arena
• Maintain pool of candidates for targeted placements in skilled trades
• The Skilled Trades Recruiter will be primarily responsible for filling related job orders within the skilled trades specialty
• Schedule client interviews and collect feedback, generating offers and completing onboardings as needed
• Maintain client relationships - develop new ones - including on-site visits and occasional travel
• Develop and maintain professional knowledge of the market, staffing industry, and pertinent labor laws
• Work collaboratively with internal sales team on market dynamics and trends specific to function
• Write and place job advertising in various social media to build pool of candidates to take to market and support existing key client accounts

Skills Required:

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations information systems

Benefits – Why US?

• Locally owned with the support of a $3.0 Billion organization, recognized, and awarded nationally as a top recruiting team in professional placement, along with 2021 Best of Staffing Client recognition.
• Work alongside the most talented in the industry to building your craft.
• Highly competitive compensation, PTO, flexible work environment, guaranteed company 401K matching, profit sharing, major medical, dental, vision and company paid insurance.
• Nationally recognized internal training programs and certifications 100% company paid to build your skills.
• Highly energetic environment with talented team, focused on helping people succeed!

If you are qualified and interested in this exciting opportunity, please reply with your current resume.

• Research and resolve trade discrepancies by interacting with brokers and custodian banks
• Instruct trades and trade amendments
• Prepare wire transfers to fund investment activity
• Process and reconcile trade activities
• Process cash transactions
• Perform daily/monthly asset and cash reconciliations
• Settle trades and foreign exchanges
• Asset position reconciliation
• Research and report variances and incorrect holdings
• Daily and monthly client reporting
• Analyze monthly portfolio asset reports for client accounts
• Monitor cash flows, daily expenses, collateral holdings, and income receivables for client portfolios
• Use Bloomberg to research portfolio discrepancies 
  

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in Finance)
• Internship(s) or similar work experience
• Team player with a strong focus on getting the job done within established strict timeframes
• Knowledge of MS Office applications and spreadsheet proficiency

Global Trade & Duty Drawback Specialist

Onsite: Passaic County, NJ

Position Summary

The Global Trade & Duty Drawback Specialist will be responsible for coordinating, maintaining, and executing a compliant duty drawback program while maximizing duty recovery opportunities. This role will oversee the collection and analysis of import/export documentation, manage drawback claims, and ensure compliance with U.S. Customs regulations.

The position will also play a key role in identifying potential tariff reimbursement opportunities, including those resulting from recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions and regulatory developments, ensuring the company captures all eligible duty recovery opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

Duty Drawback Program Management

• Coordinate, maintain, and execute a compliant duty drawback program, including data and document collection (import, export, receiving, manufacturing, etc.) and auditing prior to claim submissions.
• Prepare and file drawback submissions and ensure timely submission of claims with appropriate documentation.
• Direct and manage the workload of the duty drawback broker, ensuring accurate and complete data is provided.
• Review company import/export activity to maximize duty recovery opportunities.
• Monitor drawback bond sufficiency and work with Customs Regulatory teams to make adjustments as required.
• Manage and document drawback refunds, ensuring accurate allocation to business units and reporting to Finance.

Trade Compliance & Tariff Strategy

• Identify opportunities for tariff reimbursement or duty recovery, including those related to recent legal and regulatory developments affecting tariffs.
• Maintain awareness of regulatory updates, court rulings, and federal policy changes impacting global trade and duty drawback programs.
• Evaluate the potential impact of South American duty structures and trade regulations on company import/export operations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Drive process improvements in collaboration with Manufacturing, Accounting, and Finance to maximize refund recovery per manufactured unit.
• Coordinate with business units, Customs Regulatory teams, and duty drawback brokers regarding drawback desk reviews and regulatory inquiries (CF28s).
• Conduct feasibility analyses to determine eligibility for Duty Drawback and Foreign Trade Zones.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain and update Drawback Manufacturing Rulings, and prepare submissions for new activities when required.
• Maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, templates, and documentation related to duty drawback processes.
• Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on duty drawback strategies, compliance requirements, and recovery opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience managing U.S. Customs Duty Drawback programs.
• Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) or Certified Customs Specialist (CCS) required.
• Strong knowledge of CFR Titles 15 and 19, including in-depth understanding of Duty Drawback regulations.
• Demonstrated experience preparing and filing drawback submissions and regulatory documentation with U.S. Customs.
• Working knowledge of international trade regulations and duties within South American markets, including import/export considerations across the region.
• Ability to identify compliance issues and propose corrective actions and process improvements.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP) and Global Trade Management software.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio) with strong analytical capabilities.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams including procurement, finance, sales, logistics, order management, and engineering across multiple time zones.

Company Overview:

Jeans Innovation Center is a leading apparel and denim brand that is part of the Fast Retailing global family of companies. We believe people are the key to achieving our overall success. We are a company that is committed to developing and growing our talent to align with business growth and objectives.

Position Overview:

Jeans Innovation Center is seeking an Pattern Room Assistant. We are looking for an individual who will support our pattern makers with day to day duties, as well as creating 1st patterns and aid in assistance with our production team. This individual will need to have some experience with using Gerber systems, Adobe Illustrator, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Create pattern card with all necessary information including final spec measurements and hand off to sample maker team.
• Along with delivering pattern card to sample maker, provide advice and or input on the right techniques to construct the garment.
• Receive completed sample from sample maker team and measure for accuracy.
• Organization patterns, and should adhere to ongoing timelines as needed
• Maintain a library of good basic patterns as a reference
• Review with team fit technician notes for any pattern adjustments needed to produce final spec measurements and development/production pattern to be handed off.
• Create development patterns and make changes and edits on the Gerber system. Will make production patterns as needed
• Translate the design sketch and or sample into a first pattern using Gerber software on PC.
• Work with design/pre production team on fit specifics
• Attend development/production fittings of samples with design and pre production team.
• Work with sample room on sewing construction based off patterns.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 1 years’ of Pattern Making experience
• Must have a minimum 1 years of denim pattern making experience (import and domestic fabric)
• Knowledge of Gerber systems
• Candidate must have experience with PC systems such as Outlook email, MS Word, and basic MS Excel
• Associates Degree from college or university preferred
• Must be willing to test for 2 hour during interview

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; is occasionally required to talk or hear; walk, stand or otherwise move self in a reasonable way position to perform the essential duty. The employee must occasionally lift, carry or otherwise move or position up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee comes in contact on occasion with a sharp object. The general working hours are between 8:30 am to 5:30pm and overtime may be required from time to time.

Jeans Innovation Center values the individual talent that comprises this company and is committed to equal opportunities for each employee's advancement. Our company believes in and supports policies and practices that prohibit discrimination against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.