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About the Role

The Advanced Manufacturing Manager will lead the Advanced Manufacturing team to drive the development and integration of factory automation, manufacturing tooling and new technology to deliver results to achieve strategic goals to support manufacturing growth. This role will oversee the technical aspects of large-scale projects while leading a team of advanced manufacturing, controls, robotics and tooling engineers.

Responsibilities

• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing advanced manufacturing team fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
• Develop automation strategies that align with business long range strategic planning.
• Lead the design and execution of advanced manufacturing strategies to sustainably enhance productivity, reduce cost, and improve consistency of product quality leveraging leading edge industry 4.0 technology
• Participate in the assessment of integrator/supplier technical and commercial capabilities.
• Collaborate with quality, manufacturing, and engineering to identify and address systemic causes, implementing lasting solutions in processes and tools to prevent the recurrence of development issues.
• Maintain documentation, SOPs, and best practices for advanced process development, tool development, and knowledge transfer to manufacturing.
• Develop preferred methods/manufacturing systems in conjunction with manufacturing stakeholders.
• Collaborate with manufacturing plants and functions to align business objectives
• Own manufacturing technical readiness as a critical member of advanced manufacturing, with specific emphasis on manufacturing producibility, cost effectiveness, process repeatability; negotiate conflicting requirements, identify lessons-learned and DFM/DFA/DFSS opportunities and share/escalate to upstream product design engineers, supply chain and downstream manufacturing engineers.
• Manage the release of new equipment/process into manufacturing; drive manufacturing readiness; secure production at scale capacity, throughput, yield, and process capability before release to sustaining teams in the factory.
• Lead projects and technical teams from concept through deployment, ensuring performance requirements, timely delivery and ROI.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (electrical, mechanical, industrial) or similar discipline required
• Minimum 10 years of applied professional experience leading and facilitating engineering initiatives in a manufacturing environment required, advanced manufacturing experience preferred
• Minimum 5 years of people management experience
• Demonstrated business acumen with an ability to understand and identify improvement opportunities that will provide financial benefit to the business
• Experience designing and deploying various automation and Industry 4.0 technologies
• Robotics experience, Fanuc preferred
• Plastic welding experience preferred
• A strong understanding of digital technologies, data analysis skills, agility and adaptability, a collaborative and team-oriented approach, fostering innovation.
• Strong communication skills, the ability to empower employees, and a focus on continuous learning/mentoring to navigate the rapidly changing landscape

Travel

• Overnight/North America: 10-25%

Working Conditions

• Office Environment - Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time and occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. May be required to exert up to 35 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
• Factory - The worker may be subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, vibration, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to temperature changes or exposure to chemicals. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, odors, dust, mists, and gases. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts at distances close to the eyes. Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, work boots, and lab coats. May be required to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
• Customer/Partner Locations – Employee may visit customer or partner locations that may be comprised of office, manufacturing floor, laboratory environments and construction sites depending on the location and reason for visit.

Salary Range:$85,000.00 To $100,000.00 Annually

Job Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer is a skilled and detail-oriented engineer with expertise in multi-axis CNC machining, geometric tolerancing, and material properties. This role requires strong technical acumen, organizational skills, and the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. The Manufacturing Engineer will play a pivotal role in ensuring that processes are designed and products are manufactured with efficiency, precision, and cost-effectiveness in mind.

Supervisory Responsibilities: none

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Evaluate new customer product designs with a “design for manufacturing” approach to identify opportunities for efficiency and cost reduction
• Develop and present detailed improvement proposals, including solid model presentations, to customer engineering teams for Engineering Change Notice (ECN) approval.
• Create comprehensive factory production plans, including step-by-step operation sheets, detailed work instructions, manufacturing prints, outsource prints, flat patterns, and other documents as needed.
• Develop bills of materials (BOM) for all components and materials required for production.
• Create and review traveler packages and customer drawings for completeness and manufacturability.
• Design and implement necessary fixturing to support production processes
• Provide on-demand support to production teams in resolving manufacturing challenges as they arise.
• Monitor manufacturing progress and ensure alignment with established plans.
• Serve as a key liaison with production and programming teams to address design or production-related issues.
• Independently design, develop, and fabricate fixtures and production aids as needed.
• Diagnose, repair, and rebuild equipment and instruments as necessary.
• Recommend budget allocations for shop equipment and supplies; estimate labor and material costs for projects.
• Stay informed of advancements in manufacturing engineering and related scientific fields through continuous professional development
• Evaluate current shop functions and recommend improvements to optimize future operations.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and files to support shop activities and ensure compliance with standards.
• Prepare instruction manuals, operation guides, performance specifications, and documentation for professional publications or patent applications.
• Perform additional duties as required to support organizational goals.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Comprehensive understanding of mechanical engineering principles and design fundamentals.
• In-depth knowledge of material properties, including familiarity with metals and alloys used in instrument construction.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology (preferably Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial).
• A minimum of 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a Manufacturing or Process Engineering role.
• Experience with specifications and standards in the aerospace and semiconductor industries, including but not limited to AS9100, ISO9001, & Copy Exact (Locked Processes)
• Experience with and trained in Lean methodologies, including but not limited to; 6S, SMED, VSM, Visual Management / Visual Factory, Problem Solving (A3), Standard Work, Mistake-Proofing, and TPM.
• Hands on experience with machining processes, preferably with multi-axis milling and turning.
• Experience using ERP and MES software, preferably Infor10 ERP (Syteline) and ShopVue.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite with strong MS Excel skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

At American Packaging Corporation (APC), you'll find the packaging career you've been looking for. With competitive salaries, excellent benefits, 401(k) plans and tuition reimbursement programs, we nurture our employees while advancing and promoting diversity and inclusion. As the leading flexible packaging converter in North America for over a century, APC's longstanding success is fueled from the inside out. We're constantly seeking to improve our internal operations and were named a "Best of the Best" in the Best workplaces in the America's awards for 12 years in a row. It's how and why we engage the best and brightest talent to continue propelling our shared success into the future.

LOCATION: Rochester, NY

SUMMARY: An Extrusion Utility Operator is responsible for safely and effectively contributing to team a of 4-5 individuals supporting the operation of extrusion lamination manufacturing equipment. Maintaining a strong work ethic while demonstrating good communication skills are important to exceeding customer expectations, productivity standards, and personal career growth. Extrusion Utility Operators are expected to be able to independently prioritize their time and duties to contribute to the team running efficiently.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs duties in a manner that adheres to safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in the training curriculum, learning new aspects of extrusion line operations while completing assigned duties required for operation.
• Maintain quality standards by reviewing product specifications and ensuring thorough completion of assigned production paperwork.
• Operate as a member of a larger team responsible for aspect of overall process. Team members will rely on attention to detail and proper communication to ensure entirety of process is safe and efficient.
• Exercise cautious approach to heavy equipment including use over overhead hoists.
• Completes tasks to ensure area around the machine is clean to GMP & Food Safety standards
• Visual acuity for identifying minor imperfections and material defects.
• Basic understanding of general tool usage including tape measurers, utility knives and screw drivers.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written with working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

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.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to three years related manufacturing experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and short correspondences. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to peers and supervisors within the organization. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to read/use a tape measurer and apply concepts of basic algebra.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to reach out for assistance and communicate if instructions or assignments are not clear. Ability to retain information and apply to future situations of similar manner.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. This position may require manual lifting not to exceed 50 lbs - reference your department-specific JHA (job hazard analysis) for departmental lifting restrictions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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

American Packaging Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. American Packaging Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. EOE/AA Disability/Veteran.

If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at:

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At American Packaging Corporation (APC), you'll find the packaging career you've been looking for. With competitive salaries, excellent benefits, 401(k) plans and tuition reimbursement programs, we nurture our employees while advancing and promoting diversity and inclusion. As the leading flexible packaging converter in North America for over a century, APC's longstanding success is fueled from the inside out. We're constantly seeking to improve our internal operations and were named a "Best of the Best" in the Best workplaces in the America's awards for 12 years in a row. It's how and why we engage the best and brightest talent to continue propelling our shared success into the future.

LOCATION: DeForest, WI

SHIFT: Rotating 1st and 2nd (2 week rotation)

SUMMARY: Assist in daily operations of the Rotogravure press.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Participates in training, embrace concepts of and actively practice the STOP Safety Program fundamentals to aid American Packaging Corporation's efforts to achieve a zero-accident rate.
• Retrieves all necessary set up information/specifications/guidelines and follows instructions on the job jacket.
• Completes all machine changeover/set-up processes minimizing machine downtime and meeting or exceeding set-up standard requirements. Develop set up procedure documentation as required.
• Correctly completes daily production sheets, process condition sheets, waste logs, final release forms, ink paperwork and quality inspection logs. Ensure job order information (size, construction, print position, packing instructions, adhesive structures, proper substrates being used) corresponds with the product being manufactured.
• Safely, efficiently and effectively assists with the assigned production machinery equipment monitoring quality, production and waste adhering to all customer specifications.
• Ensures immediate work area and work areas for which Machine Operator has responsibility are free of clutter and debris. Perform all cleaning/sanitation responsibilities, safely using all required cleaning solutions and protective equipment.
• Removes rolls from rewind, hangs rolls on rewind, makes up doctor blades, preps print carriages, brings correct inks and lacquers to the press, configures ink ratios, disposes of ink, solvents and lacquers, maintains ink viscosities and cuts cores.
• Ability to operate the viscosity control system.
• Ensures all required on-line quality data is properly documented.
• Monitors all quality requirements as outlined by company procedure and specification. Completes necessary sheets for quality checks.
• Actively participates in safety programs and completes required safety observations. Understands and follows plant safety rules.
• Attends and participates in all scheduled meetings (Continuous Quality Improvement, safety, special projects, departmental, etc.).
• Able to work all scheduled shifts and required overtime hours.
• Trains new employees as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 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.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent required. Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. This position may require manual lifting not to exceed 50 lbs - reference your department-specific JHA (job hazard analysis) for departmental lifting restrictions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

American Packaging Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. American Packaging Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at .

At American Packaging Corporation (APC), you'll find the packaging career you've been looking for. With competitive salaries, excellent benefits, 401(k) plans and tuition reimbursement programs, we nurture our employees while advancing and promoting diversity and inclusion. As the leading flexible packaging converter in North America for over a century, APC's longstanding success is fueled from the inside out. We're constantly seeking to improve our internal operations and were named a "Best of the Best" in the Best workplaces in the America's awards for 12 years in a row. It's how and why we engage the best and brightest talent to continue propelling our shared success into the future.

LOCATION: Chili, NY

HOURS: Days 7am - 7pm on a 2-2-3 schedule

SUMMARY: Assist in daily operations of the Finishing Department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Participates in training, embrace concepts of and actively practice the STOP Safety Program fundamentals to aid American Packaging Corporation's efforts to achieve a zero-accident rate.
• Retrieves all necessary set up information/specifications/guidelines and follows instructions on the job jacket.
• Safely, efficiently and effectively assists with the assigned production machinery equipment monitoring quality, production and waste adhering to all customer specifications.
• Ensures immediate work area and work areas for which Machine Operator has responsibility are free of clutter and debris. Perform all cleaning/sanitation responsibilities, safely using all required cleaning solutions and protective equipment.
• Monitors all quality requirements as outlined by company procedure and specification. Completes necessary sheets for quality checks.
• Actively participates in safety programs and completes required safety observations. Understands and follows plant safety rules.
• Attends and participates in all scheduled meetings (Continuous Quality Improvement, safety, special projects, departmental, etc.).
• Able to work all scheduled shifts and required overtime hours.
• Trains new employees as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 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.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and reach with hands and arms. This position may require manual lifting not to exceed 50 lbs - reference your department-specific JHA (job hazard analysis) for departmental lifting restrictions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

American Packaging Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. American Packaging Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. EOE/AA Disability/Veteran.

If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at:

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HIRING FOR ADVANCED MACHINE OPERATOR ROLES!

APC offers state-of-the-art equipment in a climate-controlled environment that has been named "Best of the Best" in the Best Workplaces in the America's for 12 years in a row!

WAGES STARTING AT:

* $25.46 + PER HOUR

* $3.00 PER HOUR NIGHT SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL

American Packaging Corporation offers an industry-leading benefits package:

* Medical/Health Insurance

* Dental - Employer Paid

* Vision - Employer Paid

* Short Term Disability - Employer Paid

* Long Term Disability - Employer Paid

* FSA - Health and/or Childcare

* Paid Holidays - 11

* PTO

* 401 (k) - lucrative employer matching

* Bonuses including yearly holiday, 401k and quarterly production

Benefit eligibility begins in the first 60 days of employment

Experienced Manufacturing Candidates- APPLY TODAY!

12-hour shift on a 2-2-3 Schedule

Day & Night Shift Available

Cedar City Location: Reliably commute (Required)

Manufacturing: 1+ year (Required)

For over a century, American Packaging Corporation (APC) has been a leading flexible packaging converter for customers throughout North America. We nurture our employees by providing competitive salaries, excellent benefits, 401(k) plans and tuition reimbursement programs. These are just a few reasons why we were named a "Best of the Best" in the Best Workplaces in the Americas awards for 12 years in a row. APC's longstanding success is fueled from the inside out, and we consistently seek to improve our internal operations to propel that success into the future. ?Apply now and join a company that cares about you, your family, and your career!?

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 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.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and reach with hands and arms. This position may require manual lifting not to exceed 50 lbs - reference your department-specific JHA (job hazard analysis) for departmental lifting restrictions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

American Packaging Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. American Packaging Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. EOE/AA Disability/Veteran.

If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at:

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Logistics:

Company: Clopay Corporation

Position: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: Mountain Top, PA

• Onsite 5 Days/Week

Salary Range: $90,000-$110,000/year

Duration: Full-Time

Anticipated Start Date: April 2026

Interview Process: 3 Rounds

Company Overview:

CornellCookson, a division of Clopay Corporation, is a leading manufacturer of commercial and grille doors. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service as well as unsurpassed quality and innovative products. Our employees are the cornerstone of our success and we are looking for dynamic individuals to join our team.

Project Overview:

We are seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to join our Strategic Manufacturing team to design new processes and improve existing manufacturing cells. Activities range from manufacturing cell conceptual design, tool prototyping, sourcing, testing, manufacturing integration, and engineering change order execution. Come join us and get your process design, automation, and improvement juices flowing!

Responsibilities will include process ownership, capital investments, manufacturing cell setup, design for manufacturability, fixturing design, process development and continuous improvement projects.

Responsibilities/Principal Duties:

• Identify and execute new equipment Capital Expenditure projects
• Identify methods of improving the productivity of existing systems, taking into consideration the use of the latest technology
• Develop and design new manufacturing process cells for manufacturing
• Use Autodesk Inventor to design and layout part and assembly drawings using standard drafting practices
• Oversee the installation, startup and qualification of equipment
• Develop manufacturing process capabilities and standards
• Conduct economic analyses on new methods/equipment
• Recommend plans for facility layout as well as process flow improvements
• Calculate production costs that include equipment, time and labor
• Ensure organization is ready to support and manufacture new products
• Coordinate with IT and configurator groups to modify ERP system and work order routers
• Develop and modify work instructions
• Maintain positive customer, vendor, and coworker relationships
• Be dedicated, self-initiating, and passionate about mechanical design, implementation and improvement
• Contribute to new product ideas and designs, focused on Design for Manufacturability
• Independently manage time and prioritize tasks
• Interact with New Product Development, Design Engineering, and Continuous Improvement teams
• Oversee and/or perform assembly and testing of engineering prototypes
• Validate designs for conformance to various structural and life safety codes and standards as required (ASCE, IBC, UL, etc.) through engineering evaluations and calculations
• Work with Machinists and Fabricators to develop prototypes
• Present and communicate designs/ideas clearly to associates ranging from shop associates to executives

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or similar
• A minimum 7-years of full-time experience, 10-years preferred
• Proficient mechanical design skills with 3D Solid Modeling using Inventor or SolidWorks
• Knowledge and application of AutoCAD
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work within and lead a cross functional team
• Proficiency with hand tools and basic power tools
• Ability to convey complex, three-dimensional mechanical system to technical and non-technical personnel.

Preferred Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role
• PE/FE certificate
• Proven track record in design and specification of sheet metal, structural steel, tooling and fixtures
• Experience with project management of smaller projects through completion involving multidisciplinary teams
• Experience in the door, access control, actuation, or building products industries
• Technical experience with design and project development, product improvements and optimization
• Experience with welding, milling, laser, casting and other modern methods of metal fabrication

We offer a competitive salary and a very comprehensive benefits package, including 401K, paid holidays, sick, and vacation time.

Equal Opportunity Employer, providing a drug-free work environment.

About B-O-F Corporation

B-O-F Corporation is a leading inventor, patent-holder and designer of innovative gravity flow shelving and merchandising solutions that help grocery stores, drug stores, liquor stores, superstores, and convenience stores reduce labor costs and increase sales by rapidly advancing our customers’ merchandising effectiveness through performance and merchandising innovation.

Annual Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000; This range reflects overall market competitiveness. Final offers are based on experience, scope, and internal alignment.

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer will support the development, validation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes to ensure products meet quality, performance, cost, and delivery requirements. This role serves as a key technical link between Engineering, Operations, and Production, with a strong focus on part number creation, Bill of Materials (BOM) management, and manufacturing documentation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level engineer who is eager to learn in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment. The role offers broad exposure to production operations, ERP/MRP systems, engineering change management, and quality processes, while providing significant opportunities to expand SolidWorks and SolidWorks Composer skills.

This position is on-site at our facility located in Aurora, IL and would maintain a weekly schedule of Monday through Friday.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

ERP, BOM & Documentation Management

• Create and maintain part numbers, BOMs, and routings in ERP system
• Ensure ERP data accuracy to support production, scheduling, and material planning
• Partner with Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations on engineering changes and updates
• Audit manufacturing data to prevent production delays or cost issues
• Create and maintain installation guides and work instructions using SolidWorks Composer

Manufacturing & Process Support

• Develop, validate, and sustain manufacturing processes for new and existing products
• Provide daily technical support to Production and Manufacturing teams
• Troubleshoot production, quality, and performance issues and lead corrective actions
• Support production launches, including process documentation, material readiness, and system setup
• Communicate shop floor issues to scheduling and operations teams

Engineering Change & Continuous Improvement

• Respond to shop floor questions and provide technical clarifications
• Initiate and manage Engineering Change Requests (ECRs)
• Evaluate and implement process improvements that align with quality and engineering standards
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and structured problem-solving tools (5 Why, 8D, Six Sigma)

Tooling & Quality

• Design and support jigs and fixtures in collaboration with Welding and Production teams
• Validate quality processes through data collection, testing, and documentation
• Establish product specifications, performance qualifications, and quality procedures

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering or a related engineering field.
• 1-3 years of experience in developing, implementing, and supporting manufacturing processes with responsibility for cost, quality, and methods.
• 1-2 years of experience using SolidWorks, with working knowledge of SolidWorks Composer.
• Extensive knowledge of GD&T and tolerance standards for SolidWorks drawings.
• Experience with MRP or ERP systems (NetSuite preferred).
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Well-versed in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience using problem-solving tools such as 5 Why, 8D, and Six Sigma.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate complex situations and data involving multiple variables.
• Ability to determine optimal use of resources to meet project objectives.

Work Environment

This role operates in a fast-paced, collaborative manufacturing environment that combines office-based engineering work with regular interaction on the production floor. The Design Engineer works closely with cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing, Project Management, Purchasing, and Sales, to support product development from concept through production. The position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing project needs, and provide hands-on problem solving in support of manufacturing operations. Occasional travel to customer sites, suppliers, or installations may be required.

Benefits & Perks

• Two weeks of paid time off available to use upon start date
• 11 paid holidays including a floating holiday
• Hybrid work environment opportunity
• Paid volunteer day to dedicate your time to a cause of your choosing
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance offerings for you and your family
• Employer-paid basic life and disability insurance
• 401(k) program with no waiting period and immediate vesting
• …and more!

Hazelett Corporation is globally recognized for its leadership in metals processing technology. Our continuous casting process delivers high productivity and energy efficiency, supported by robust machine design and in-house manufacturing and assembly capabilities. Hazelett equipment produces materials used worldwide in applications such as aluminum automotive components and foil, lead-acid automotive batteries, and copper wire and cable.

We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Automation Engineer to design, analyze, test, and troubleshoot advanced mechanical and process control systems, including thermal, hydraulic, pneumatic, water, and heat-transfer systems. This role focuses on optimizing production processes, reducing downtime, and ensuring the highest standards of product quality and safety through complex problem-solving, project leadership, and continuous improvement.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex electromechanical and automation systems
• Plan and execute projects, including scope, budget, and schedule management
• Conduct research and development to evaluate and implement new technologies
• Ensure system designs and implementations comply with applicable industry standards
• Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in automation system design, development, and troubleshooting
• Experience with high-complexity projects and systems integration
• Proven ability to lead or manage engineers, designers, technicians, and vendors
• Advanced proficiency in PLC programming, system integration, and automation
• Strong ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics and drawings
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, particularly in troubleshooting and system optimization management

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Duties will be carried out at customer and supplier sites, in an office environment, and manufacturing production floor as required, which might include occasional exposure to fumes, noise, and gases from equipment or machinery. They must be able to work in these environments for extended periods of time and be able to do light lifting. The employee must utilize personal safety equipment when working in any production environment. Extensive travel to attend meetings and visit customers is required.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Hazelett offers 24 plans through its medical coverage and for most of the plans, Hazelett pays 100% of the premiums.
• Hazelett pays 100% of Dental Premiums for one of the best plans in the state.
• Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability Insurance.
• Matching 401k after 90 days. Fully vested since you start contributing!
• 8 Company Holidays.
• 4 weeks of paid time off.
• On-site Athletic Trainer.
• Free uniforms with cleaning.
• Free use of our company beach on Malletts Bay and boat mooring at a discounted price.

The base pay range for this full-time position is $96,000 – $129,000. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. In addition, our ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

WHY YOU WANT THIS OPPORTUNITY:

At Hazelett you will have the opportunity to work for a company that is recognized worldwide for our leading metals processing technology. Our continuous casting process is renowned for its high productivity and energy efficiency. We pride ourselves on our robust machine design and in-house manufacturing and assembly capabilities. The materials produced by our machines are used in many applications such as aluminum automotive body components, aluminum foil, lead-acid automotive batteries, and copper wire and cables.

Hazelett is passionately committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture. Join us in building a community where differences are our strength, and where everyone has an equal chance to thrive.

Hazelett Corporation is globally recognized for its leadership in metals processing technology. Our continuous casting process delivers high productivity and energy efficiency, supported by robust machine design and in-house manufacturing and assembly capabilities. Hazelett equipment produces materials used worldwide in applications such as aluminum automotive components and foil, lead-acid automotive batteries, and copper wire and cable.

We are seeking a Manufacturing Automation Engineer II to design, analyze, test, and troubleshoot mechanical and process control systems, including thermal, hydraulic, pneumatic, water, and heat-transfer systems. This role supports production optimization, downtime reduction, and product quality and safety through complex problem-solving, and participation in continuous improvement initiatives.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

• Analyze, troubleshoot, and improve electromechanical and automation systems to ensure reliable and efficient operation
• Support the design, testing, and validation of new systems and modifications to existing equipment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, resources, and deliverables
• Work with suppliers, production teams, and external vendors to integrate components and systems
• Apply industry standards and safety requirements to all designs and implementations

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, or a related field
• 3–5 years of +hands-on experience in automation or electromechanical system design, development, and troubleshooting
• Experience with PLC programming, system integration, and industrial automation
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics and drawings
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Duties will be carried out at customer and supplier sites, in an office environment, and manufacturing production floor as required, which might include occasional exposure to fumes, noise, and gases from equipment or machinery. They must be able to work in these environments for extended periods of time and be able to do light lifting. The employee must utilize personal safety equipment when working in any production environment. Extensive travel to attend meetings and visit customers is required.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Hazelett offers 24 plans through its medical coverage and for most of the plans, Hazelett pays 100% of the premiums.
• Hazelett pays 100% of Dental Premiums for one of the best plans in the state.
• Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability Insurance.
• Matching 401k after 90 days. Fully vested since you start contributing!
• 8 Company Holidays.
• 4 weeks of paid time off.
• On-site Athletic Trainer.
• Free uniforms with cleaning.
• Free use of our company beach on Malletts Bay and boat mooring at a discounted price.

The base pay range for this full-time position is $80,000 – $108,000. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. In addition, our ranges are determined by role, level, and location.

WHY YOU WANT THIS OPPORTUNITY:

At Hazelett you will have the opportunity to work for a company that is recognized worldwide for our leading metals processing technology. Our continuous casting process is renowned for its high productivity and energy efficiency. We pride ourselves on our robust machine design and in-house manufacturing and assembly capabilities. The materials produced by our machines are used in many applications such as aluminum automotive body components, aluminum foil, lead-acid automotive batteries, and copper wire and cables.

Hazelett is passionately committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture. Join us in building a community where differences are our strength, and where everyone has an equal chance to thrive.

Come be a part of something great!

Are you the missing piece of the GOEX puzzle? We need amazing people to create remarkable products. Use your unique talents to help drive this continuously growing company to even greater success.

Your new company:

For more than 30 years now, GOEX stands as the market leader in producing custom quality plastic for the graphic arts printing, medical, electronics, and packaging industries. As a family-owned, privately-held company, we move quickly when it comes to developing products and controlling the process from concept to delivery.

Our manufacturing facility operates the best extrusion equipment in the industry while strictly adhering to a 0% Landfill Policy that showcases our commitment to sustainability. Our clean, temperature-controlled and technologically-advanced workplace is environmentally sound and something to be proud of.

Your New Role:

Coordinate manufacturing needs with engineering solutions. Develop guidelines for manufacturing for new materials and find improvements in machine design and material handling for increased profitability of current materials.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Identify potential opportunities for improvement in methods of extrusion

· Document and standardize each improvement in terms of efficiency and quality

· Train personnel, from management to lead positions in improved process methods

· Help in the investigation of customer complaints that involve the process as necessary

· Furnish weekly reports documenting the type and amount of improvements that took place

· Specify process requirements relative to new equipment or machine redesign as a function of the engineering department effort

· Aid in troubleshooting production problems

· Provide the VP of Manufacturing with prioritized project lists with schedules and cost estimates included

· Coordinate the rework schedules and files for all dies, screws, barrels, and rolls

· Set production volume targets for all materials, monitor actual machine outputs and make suggestions to management for improved rates and/or efficiencies toward the goal of increased profitability

· Submit weekly reports each Friday summarizing activities, problems, and pertinent information

· Responsible for understanding the food safety hazards of their job and following the employee GMPs and other procedures to ensure food safety

· Other duties as assigned

Your hours:

Monday-Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm - must have flexibility to provide support to a 24/7 facility.

What you need:

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering. Emphasis in Plastics a plus.
• Complete understanding of Extrusion Process
• Preferred 2+ years experience within a plastics manufacturing facility
• Strong problem solving skills
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to work as part of a team

What's in it for you:

As a full-time GOEX employee you’ll be competitively compensated, based on experience.

Also, you’ll discover our tailored benefits package: After just 1 year of employment, you are eligible for our 100% Employer Paid Profit Sharing Plan which is second to none in the area or industry. You’ll be able to choose between two outstanding Group Medical Plans (all insurance on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment). In addition you’ll be selecting Group Dental, Vision Materials, and Supplemental Life Insurance. Included in our benefits is 24/7 access to our awesome Fitness Center for you and your spouse. The company will provide basic Group Life Insurance, 10 Non-working Paid Holidays, 80 hours of Vacation Pay after only 90 days of employment, and Tuition assistance if you choose to continue your education. GOEX's team culture is able to support the community through local events and charitable drives.

Description

As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern at Elliott Manufacturing, you will have the opportunity to apply learned knowledge and skills while gaining valuable hands-on experience to start your career in Engineering. This internship will provide exposure to a manufacturing plant while also supporting other CentroMotion businesses remotely.

Responsibilities:

1. Establish inventory of manufacturing and quality control tooling.

2. Utilize existing Gage Control software to track tooling (if possible).

3. Establish physical storage locations for all tooling.

4. Implement 6S for tooling, so that missing tooling can be easily physically identified.

5. Establish check-in/check-out process for tooling.

6. Review QC tooling and ensure quantities of tools are appropriate for each tool type (too many/too little).

7. Look for opportunities to reduce QC calibrations for unnecessary and overabundance of tools.

8. Work with operators to create work instructions

Requirements

• Student of Junior or Senior standing currently pursuing a degree in Engineering or related field
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and sensitive information

American Packaging Corporation is hiring for Entry Level Manufacturing Professionals to join our team!

APPLY TODAY AND SPEAK WITH A RECRUITER TO RESERVE AN INTERVIEW SLOT WITH A HIRING MANAGER!

NEW WAGE SCALES FOR ALL POSITIONS:

* $23+ PER HOUR FOR MACHINE OPERATORS

* $23 PER HOUR FOR UTILITY OPERATORS

* $2.00 PER HOUR 2ND SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL

* $3.00 PER HOUR 3RD SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL

* Story City, IA 50248: Reliably commute (Required)

* Manufacturing: 1+ year Preferred

Work with state-of-the-art equipment in a climate controlled environment that has been named "Best of the Best" in the Best Workplaces in the America's for 12 years in a row!

American Packaging Corporation offers an industry leading benefits package:

* Medical/Health Insurance

* Dental - Employer Paid

* Vision - Employer Paid

* Short Term Disability - Employer Paid

* Long Term Disability - Employer Paid

* FSA - Health and/or Childcare

* Paid Holidays - 11

* PTO

* 401 (k) - lucrative employer matching

* Bonuses including yearly holiday, 401k and quarterly production

At American Packaging Corporation (APC), you'll find the packaging career you've been looking for. With competitive salaries, excellent benefits, 401(k) plans and tuition reimbursement programs, we nurture our employees while advancing and promoting diversity and inclusion. As the leading flexible packaging converter in North America for over a century, APC's longstanding success is fueled from the inside out. We're constantly seeking to improve our internal operations and were named a "Best of the Best" in the Best workplaces in the America's awards for 12 years in a row. It's how and why we engage the best and brightest talent to continue propelling our shared success into the future.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 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.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and reach with hands and arms. This position may require manual lifting not to exceed 50 lbs - reference your department-specific JHA (job hazard analysis) for departmental lifting restrictions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

American Packaging Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. American Packaging Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. EOE/AA Disability/Veteran.

If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at:

.

American Packaging Corporation is hiring for Experienced Manufacturing Professionals to join our team!

APPLY TODAY AND SPEAK WITH A RECRUITER TO RESERVE AN INTERVIEW SLOT WITH A HIRING MANAGER!

NEW WAGE SCALES FOR ALL POSITIONS:

* $23+ PER HOUR FOR MACHINE OPERATORS

* $31 - $39 PER HOUR FOR MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

* $2.00 PER HOUR 2ND SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL

* $3.00 PER HOUR 3RD SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL

* Story City, IA 50248: Reliably commute (Required)

* Manufacturing: 1+ year (Required)

Work with state-of-the-art equipment in a climate controlled environment that has been named "Best of the Best" in the Best Workplaces in the America's for 12 years in a row!

American Packaging Corporation offers an industry leading benefits package:

* Medical/Health Insurance

* Dental - Employer Paid

* Vision - Employer Paid

* Short Term Disability - Employer Paid

* Long Term Disability - Employer Paid

* FSA - Health and/or Childcare

* Paid Holidays - 11

* PTO

* 401 (k) - lucrative employer matching

* Bonuses including yearly holiday, 401k and quarterly production

At American Packaging Corporation (APC), you'll find the packaging career you've been looking for. With competitive salaries, excellent benefits, 401(k) plans and tuition reimbursement programs, we nurture our employees while advancing and promoting diversity and inclusion. As the leading flexible packaging converter in North America for over a century, APC's longstanding success is fueled from the inside out. We're constantly seeking to improve our internal operations and were named a "Best of the Best" in the Best workplaces in the America's awards for 12 years in a row. It's how and why we engage the best and brightest talent to continue propelling our shared success into the future.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 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.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and reach with hands and arms. This position may require manual lifting not to exceed 50 lbs - reference your department-specific JHA (job hazard analysis) for departmental lifting restrictions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to airborne particles and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

American Packaging Corporation is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. American Packaging Corporation will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. EOE/AA Disability/Veteran.

If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at:

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Manufacturing Operations Business Analyst

Shenandoah, Iowa

As the #1 most preferred national window and door brand by homeowners across the country* Pella leads the industry in innovation and design. Founded in 1925, Pella Corporation is comprised of the Pella Family of Brands and remains a privately owned company with a robust product offering and national distribution.

With 19 manufacturing locations, 11,000 + team members and more than 250 showrooms in the U.S. and Canada, Pella was named a top employer by Forbes and Newsweek in 2023. We have also received numerous accolades for innovation and design, including Fast Company’s Most Innovative Manufacturers for 2022 and 2023.

At Pella, we want you to do the work you’re most proud of. That’s why we offer individualized talent development plans, cross-functional experiences, and opportunities for career advancement through personal and professional development. Together, with talent just like you, we are building the future of windows and doors. Ready to join us?

JOB SUMMARY:

Works with internal business partners and external resources to provide application systems that enable functional processes. Responsible for medium size projects and tasks and demonstrates a solid knowledge of functional processes and system application. Trouble shoots system and data problems and recommends appropriate action.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Percentages represent guidelines only; May vary by position and fluctuate due to changing business needs.

• 45% Day to day support - Support current business systems including issue identification and resolution, functional performance monitoring and tuning and disaster recovery capability to meet business objectives leveraging both user feedback and internal metrics to drive improvement.
• 20% Analysis and design work - Analyze business requirements, develop design, manage configuration and integration, and conduct robust testing to support new system implementations, current system upgrades and business process changes and CI initiatives. Work to be reviewed with Sr. Analyst or manager.
• 10% Reports and Metrics - Extract and format data to support reporting and metric needs.
• 10% Project management – Development and coordination of medium projects or complex components for larger projects
• 10% Documentation and Training - Create and maintain documentation and conduct end user training. Educate users in workflow, business processes, and reporting metrics enabled by system.
• 5% Advanced Support - Support other team members by providing industry expertise on difficult and complex issues.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: None
• Responsibilities outside of normal business hours: Shared support, scheduled maintenance and disaster recovery assignments.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Responsibilities:

• Identification, development and implementation of IT programs and procedures which support internal customer satisfaction at the Manufacturing site.
• Problem Solving and Troubleshooting day to day IT issues.
• Responsible for on-site support of IT security, Networking & Infrastructure.
• Maintain and Support the ERP system.
• Develop and manage Reports & metrics to drive process improvements.
• Collaborate with Corporate IT and other Pella manufacturing plants on best practices.
• Provide IT & Plant Management with detailed project plans for key initiatives, including milestones, effort and planned completion dates.
• Documentation and Training.
• Responsible for business continuity and disaster recovery initiatives.
• Provide 24x7 support of all information and communication systems at the site.
• Provide IT leadership at the Plant site in implementing initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years related functional experience.

Leadership Competencies:

• Manage and improve processes
• Demonstrate Adaptability
• Industry Knowledge
• Build relationships
• Drive Execution
• High Impact Delivery

Technical & Functional Skills: Office 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word, SharePoint etc.), Microsoft Teams, Effective Problem-Solving Skills, Project Management Skills,

Functional understanding of order processing, scheduling, purchasing, manufacturing applications etc.

Certifications or Licenses: None

Travel Expected: 0 – 5% of time

American Woodmark is one of the nation's largest cabinet manufacturers. By partnering with major home centers, builders, and dealers, we spark the imagination of homeowners and designer and bring their vision to life. Across our service and distribution centers, our corporate office and manufacturing facilities, you'll always find the same commitment to customer satisfaction, integrity, teamwork, and excellence.

We are on a journey to encourage an inclusive Woodmark, and are taking meaningful actions to promote diverse representation across every part of the business. Together, every team member contributes to making American Woodmark a place where people can express who they are through what they do.

POSITION PURPOSE:

Work with the Plant Manager to direct and lead American Woodmark's production initiatives with the goal of establishing a world class manufacturing operation. Overall development and coordination of plant operations and production processes to optimize the use of all resources and equipment in meeting and/or exceeding established plant goals.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to excel at the essential functions assigned. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required.

Experience

• Must have a proven track record of cultivating and developing talent in an organizational setting.
• Minimum of 8 years of manufacturing experience; wood working related preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of supervision experience; multiple departments
• Must have experience in wood drying, machining, cabinet component manufacturing, material flows and inventory management; continuous improvement practices; and process analysis.
• Must have Lean manufacturing experience.
• Six Sigma experience a plus.

Skills

• Excellent personal computer skills in a network environment; Microsoft products experience preferred - Outlook-Word-Excel.
• Track record of successful project management.
• Experience in working in a team environment.
• Management style must be consistent with CITE Principles.
• Strong planning/Organization - Time Management skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.

Education

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Business Management/Operations, or related discipline MBA a plus; extensive work experience may be considered in lieu of education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Actively lead the organizational development efforts for the production area and support OD throughout the location/organization.
• Coordinate communication between assigned departments and shifts and foster healthy Client/Provider relationships.
• Improve equipment uptime, capability and reliability through the passionate facilitation of TPM initiatives and the AWC SEE (Strategic Equipment Excellence) program as well as all five phases of Six-Sigma improvement or the Defining, Measuring, Analyzing, Improving, and Controlling of equipment related problems.
• Continuously evaluates plant processes, being the driving force behind continuous improvement and cost reduction.
• Plan and coordinate department's activities to support SQDC targets, and meet and/or exceed client and/or customer's expectations.
• Lead and/or facilitate Kaizen events and actively participate on assigned teams and/or projects.
• Develop documented standard operating procedures related to material, equipment and processes throughout the plant finishing operations.
• Participate in identifying hiring needs; employee selection and training processes.
• Provide communication on departmental expectations, motivates team members, and identifies opportunity for improvements.
• Provide team leadership consistent with company vision, mission, CITE principles.
• Ensures Policies are followed and provides guidance and discipline.
• Effectively utilize all resources to maximum potential performance to achieve SQDC goals.
• Establishes individual goals for team members in alignment with overall organization goals and performs periodic performance reviews to determine progress.
• Provide a safe and productive work environment, including housekeeping.
• Role model CITE and Working in Teams principles
• Perform other tasks as directed by direct supervisor
• Supervisory Responsibilities:
• Will supervise hourly and salaried employees in the assigned department and/or departments. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of direct reports. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employee; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

SCOPE - EXPECTATIONS:

• Communications Skills:
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common business and technical journals and financial reports.
• Ability to listen and communicate effectively with customers/clients in an effort to respond to common inquires or complaints from customers/clients, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community and public.
• Ability to develop presentations to be delivered to production team, plant level team, or public groups.
• Mathematical Skills:
• Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts like addition, subtraction, multiplication or division to basic manufacturing performance recording or financial performance recording.
• Ability to read and use a tape measure.
• Reasoning Ability:
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Physical Demands:
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Working Environment:
• Typical indoor/outdoor manufacturing environment. The noise level is usually moderate to high and hearing protection may be required on the production floor. Safety glasses are required on the production floor. Some out-of-town travel is required. Occasional weekend work required.
• Reports to: Director, Manufacturing
• Recruitment process may consist of any combination of phone, video and in person interviews.
• Offers may be contingent upon successful completion of Background Check, Drug Screen, Physical Examination and/or potential Motor Vehicle Check.

Annual Salary: $130,000 - $145,000 per

BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDES:

* Competitive Compensation

* Health Care Benefits

* Paid Holidays

* Paid Vacation Days

* Paid Sick Days

* 401(k) Match

* Tuition Assistance

* Relocation Assistance when available

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The American Woodmark Corporation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, military and veteran status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy, or any other legally-protected characteristic; and it will comply with all applicable state discrimination laws. No person will be denied employment solely because of a disability, provided that the person can perform the essential functions of the position for which the person has applied, either with or without reasonable accommodations.

Calgon Carbon | A Kuraray Company currently has an opportunity where you can be a part of our growing team as we provide our customers with outstanding products that make the air we breathe and the water we use safe for generations to come.

Position: Director - Manufacturing Maintenance and Projects
Location: Any one of the following existing locations with 25% travel per month.
• Headquarters – Moon Township, PA
• Columbus Plant, OH
• Pearl River Plant, Bay St Louis, MS
• Big Sandy Plant, Catlettsburg, KY

Excellent Benefits: Medical, dental, prescription & vision, HSA & retirement savings (401k) – Generous Company Match!
Perks: Incentives/bonus plans, competitive pay, dress for your day, hybrid schedules, paid time off (vacation starting at 3 weeks), tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, fun events, learning & development opportunities.  

Hours of work: Mondays - Fridays, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, 40 Hrs/Wk - Nominally a 40-hour per week position; however, plant issues will dictate actual requirements.

The Director - Manufacturing Maintenance and Projects will support the Facilities department with the implementation of a comprehensive capital management program for the Americas. The Director - Manufacturing Maintenance and Projects will have direct responsibility for projects up to $1MM and all maintenance activities for the region. Overall, the objective is to achieve high plant on stream factors utilizing the Kuraray maintenance tools provided and adapted to meet the needs of Calgon Carbon with site specific gap analysis and corrective action plans. Additionally, the Director - Manufacturing Maintenance and Projects will have a global responsibility as maintenance liaison with Kuraray in support of MTE and DX strategies.

Budget for minor projects (up to $1MM) is approximately $30MM for the US Plants. The maintenance budgets for the US plants total is $34MM, and the average annual turnaround spend for the Prime lines is another $5MM per year

 
Duties and Responsibilities (not limited to)

• Identify project needs, oversee the creation of AR's, plan work, and execute projects for all America’s capital project requirements
• Manage others, train, and delegate these activities to subordinates to expedite improvement
• Oversee the development of all aspects of the America’s maintenance budget, including capital projects
• Strive to maintain spending at the budgeted level
• Serve as Calgon Carbon’s subject matter expert (SME) pertaining to maintenance in its virgin carbon manufacturing and reactivation facilities and liaison with Kuraray regarding all matters maintenance related
• Oversee the scheduling, planning, and execution of plant maintenance turnarounds on a basis consistent with the maintenance strategy
• Develop a maintenance strategy that aligns with the plants' goals to reduce product costs and reduce required maintenance capital
• Manage line managers responsible for supervising the day to day activities of maintenance teams while moving them toward self direction
• Identify training and development needs of maintenance teams and insure that those needs are met
• Manage vendor relationships personally and via subordinates to insure that plant needs (quality, costs, and timing) are met
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.), or equivalent from four-year college or university) is required
• Engineering degree required; electrical or mechanical preferred
• 10+ years Plant maintenance and mid-level management is required
• 10+ years Plant environment maintenance management experience is preferred

About Calgon Carbon

At Calgon Carbon, we are scientific innovators with a proud legacy of over 80 years and more than 205 patents to our name. Since pioneering the first activated carbon products from bituminous coal in the 1940s, we’ve been at the forefront of developing cutting-edge technologies and solutions to meet the world’s evolving air and water purification needs.

Today, our portfolio includes more than 700 direct market applications across a wide range of industries. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Calgon Carbon employs approximately 1,685 professionals and operates 20 facilities worldwide dedicated to manufacturing, reactivation, innovation, and equipment fabrication. In Europe, we operate under the name Chemviron.

In March 2018, Calgon Carbon became part of the Kuraray Group. Together, we offer complementary products and services, united by a shared commitment to delivering the highest quality and most innovative activated carbon solutions to customers around the globe.

Calgon Carbon is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled/veteran

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Parker Hannifin is seeking a full-time Manufacturing Operations Manager to lead operations at the Sporlan Division facility in Washington, Missouri, which employs approximately 450 production and office personnel. The Operations Manager will oversee all aspects of facility operations to achieve results aligned with the Corporation’s Win Strategy and annual improvement priorities.

This role involves leading an empowered team to consistently exceed customer expectations by implementing the Parker Lean system and Win Strategy to ensure a safe work environment, drive quality improvements, deliver premier customer service, and reduce operating costs through continuous improvement efforts aimed at shortening lead times and maximizing profitable growth, while managing day-to-day activities to meet daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual goals.

Scope/ Supervision and Interaction:

Has Direct Reports

Provides leadership for Plant operation employees. Coordinates all manufacturing functions within the Plant environment.

Responsible for all aspects of managing Plant Operations, including developing associates, driving consistency and accountability, ensuring team consensus is used to thoroughly evaluate decisions, and ensuring rapid implementation of those decisions. Additional responsibilities include budget planning, employment decisions related to associates, and performance assessment of all direct reports, team leaders, and associates.

Essential Functions:

The Operations Manager is responsible for profitably growing the plant and achieving goals measured on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. They work closely with internal and external customers to promote and leverage the company’s technologies, systems, products, services, and processes, while consistently establishing and maintaining premier customer service.

This role leads strategy deployment for plant initiatives and growth, overseeing manufacturing functions to ensure operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The Operations Manager collaborates with various departments, including Human Resources, Safety, Lean, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Information Technology, and Production Control and Planning. Additionally, they work with these functions to develop a plant budget aimed at reducing costs and growing the business profitably.

Accountable for driving Lean initiatives throughout the plant, the Operations Manager ensures these are fully embraced and implemented. They guarantee that proper inventory management, production control scheduling, shipping/receiving logistics, and quality procedures are in place.

The Operations Manager fosters a positive, can-do team atmosphere by holding regular meetings, assigning tasks, and coordinating support services. They utilize PDCA alongside Tracking Centers and Team Improvement Boards to monitor and ensure results. Staying familiar with the competitive environment, the Operations Manager provides leadership by promoting team concepts, coaching, counseling, retaining, mentoring, training, talent management, and individual development. Through strategy deployment and effective performance management, they drive a culture of accountability and results.

The essential functions provided are examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The company reserves the right to modify work assignments and/or make reasonable accommodations to enable qualified employees to perform these essential functions. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities but rather to describe the general nature of the position.

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline is required; an advanced degree is recommended.

Minimum of five years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.

Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple priorities using effective problem-solving and resolution skills, with a strong team focus.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively and persuasively present information to management, customers, and employees.

Practical experience in implementing lean technologies and practices.

Excellent problem-solving skills; Six Sigma certification is preferred.

Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies and systems. For more than a century the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow. Learn more at or @parkerhannifin.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Westlake Pipe & Fittings, a division of Westlake Corporation (NYSE: WLK), is one of North America’s largest manufacturers of PVC pipe and fittings. With 23 manufacturing and distribution facilities, we provide innovative piping solutions for municipal, plumbing, irrigation, and specialty applications, including our industry-leading Certa-Lok® restrained joint systems.

We offer a collaborative culture focused on safety, innovation, and career growth.

SUMMARY

• Benefits Effective Day One
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with 4% Company Match
• Annual Retirement Contribution (ARC)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities

The Manufacturing (Process) Engineer – PVCO in our Wichita, TX plant plays a critical role in advancing PVCO manufacturing excellence. This position is responsible for optimizing processes, strengthening product quality, supporting operational performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

This role partners closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and R&D to ensure safe, stable, and efficient PVCO production while enhancing technical capability across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and apply advanced knowledge of PVCO manufacturing, including extrusion, orientation, cooling, belling, testing, and packaging systems
• Monitor and optimize manufacturing processes to improve quality, yield, efficiency, and reliability
• Identify and implement process improvements, waste reduction strategies, and cost-saving initiatives
• Support equipment setup, validation, calibration, and troubleshooting
• Lead root cause analyses (RCA) and implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
• Create and maintain clear work instructions, process documentation, and troubleshooting guides
• Support and deliver technical training for operators, technicians, and supervisors
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to scale new materials, tooling, and process innovations
• Support capital projects including equipment upgrades, capacity expansion, and technology improvements
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Chemical, Materials/Polymer, Industrial, or related discipline)
• 3–7 years of manufacturing or process engineering experience
• Experience in plastics extrusion, pipe manufacturing, or polymer processing preferred
• Strong understanding of process optimization and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, SPC)
• Proven analytical and problem-solving capability
• Ability to develop clear technical documentation and operator-focused work instructions
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Proficiency with CAD and manufacturing data analysis tools
• Familiarity with automation systems, PLC interfaces, and process controls preferred
• Experience supporting or leading capital projects is a plus
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed (initial training in Canada)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role operates across office and manufacturing plant environments. Plant areas may involve elevated noise levels and require appropriate PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toe footwear, and other required safety equipment.

About Made Scientific

Made Scientific is a leading US-based cell therapy contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in the development, manufacturing, and release of autologous and allogeneic cell therapy products for clinical-and-commercial supply. Made Scientific combines the agility and entrepreneurial spirit of a specialist CDMO with the global expertise and resources of GC Corporation of South Korea, a global leader in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Associate will support Cell Therapy Operations at our GMP-compliant facility, playing a critical role in the production of cutting-edge cell therapies. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong aseptic technique and a proven ability to quickly master complex processes in a cleanroom environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a deep commitment to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and thrive in a collaborative, quality-driven setting. This role requires precision, adaptability, and a strong quality mindset to ensure the consistent delivery of high-standard therapeutic products.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform aseptic manufacturing operations within a classified cleanroom environment, ensuring compliance with all cGMP and safety standards.

• Execute complex procedures for cell therapy manufacturing and sterile product operations—including cell culture, formulation, and cryopreservation—while maintaining strict adherence to written procedures, batch records, and cGMP regulations.

• Operate and maintain specialized manufacturing equipment, ensuring proper calibration and functionality.

• Monitor and document all production processes with precision, ensuring traceability and compliance with regulatory standards.

• Identify and escalate deviations or non-conformances; participate in root cause analyses and implement corrective actions.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Process Development, and Engineering teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Perform routine cleanroom maintenance, including environmental monitoring, cleaning, and sterilization activities.

• Maintain an organized, compliant workspace by following 5S principles and minimizing contamination risks.

• Participate in training sessions to stay current with manufacturing techniques, quality standards, and safety protocols.

• Support process development activities during technology transfer.

• Aseptically gown and work in ISO 8, 7, and 5 cleanroom environments and stand for extended periods.

• Assist in creating and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Master Batch Records (MBRs).

• Review MBRs daily to ensure documentation is accurate and complete.

• Participate in audits, inspections, qualifications, and validation activities.

• Handle chemicals such as corrosives, solvents, and biohazardous materials safely.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.

• 1–3 years of experience in GMP manufacturing, preferably in cell therapy, biologics, or pharmaceutical CDMO operations.

• Strong knowledge of aseptic techniques and cleanroom protocols.

• Proficiency in basic mathematical concepts, including scientific notation.

• Proven ability to learn and master complex processes quickly.

• Exceptional attention to detail with a strong commitment to quality standards.

• Excellent collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aseptic cell culture processing in ISO 5 biosafety cabinets, using universal precautions for handling human-derived materials.

• Familiarity with cell therapy automation technologies, closed system culture vessels, cell washers, and cell separation technologies for autologous or allogeneic product manipulation.

• Experience handling, propagating, isolating, activating, and cryopreserving human primary cells, including T cells.

• Proficiency in basic computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, electronic batch record systems).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks in a cleanroom environment.

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. and work in full cleanroom gowning and PPE for extended durations.

• Ability to perform essential job functions safely and successfully in compliance with ADA, FMLA, and other applicable standards, including meeting productivity expectations.

• Willingness to bend, stoop, carry, reach, climb, or stand on elevated benches or step stools.

• Must be comfortable working with cell-based products, chemicals, and hazardous materials.

Work Schedule

• Must be available for shift work, including off-shift hours, weekends, and holidays, as needed to meet production demands. Flexibility to accommodate changing production schedules is required.