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• Identify the top 3-5 constrained work centers and provide an executable Production Schedule and manage detailed production schedules for those W/C’s.  Work with Production leadership to manage and address the constrained work centers.
• Review and release job orders to the floor based on production readiness criteria
• Report on production control KPI’s – job orders released and on time releasing
• Design, build and maintain integrated master schedules, and generates accurate and timely reports for analysis of capacity utilization
• Facilitate daily meetings as needed with key stakeholders to review the execution of the schedule
• Conduct RCCP (Rough Cut Capacity Planning) for the top 3-5 constrained work centers and other areas that are near capacity.  Report the status to the appropriate departments and personnel to show what capacity is available to support upcoming customer sales order requirements. 
• Through analysis and discussion with Engineering and Production personnel, set and maintain production parameters, i.e. standards, to support the development of an executable schedule.
• Isolate and drive the resolution of work order quantity variances and material remnants.
• Support Customer Service, Engineering and sales revenue objectives by working collaboratively to develop the production schedule.
• Ensure there is adequate sprint capacity for rapid product development, strategic expedites and similar work, as well as spikes in demand
• Identify and lead continuous improvement efforts to streamline processes and procedures to remove non-value-added effort in the master scheduling process
• Ability to determine safety stock levels along with economical build quantities
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Department Manager/Supervisor

• Bachelor’s degree (BA / BS) in related field or equivalent
• 5+ years of Master Scheduling experience or 3 years Master Scheduling experience plus 2 years directly related experience.
• APICS Certification – completed or in process
• Fluent in ERP Software, MRP, Scheduling and Planning systems (5+ yrs Preferred)
• Lean manufacturing / six-sigma training and demonstrated experience
• Experience leading Sales & Operations Planning (SOP) or SIOP
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office including, but not limited to Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
• Strong organizational, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, evaluation and scientific method
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines

Join a highly respected global investment organization that is building the next generation of people analytics. The team is focused on creating modern data driven systems that support a world class workforce and help business leaders make faster smarter and more strategic decisions across the entire firm.

In this role you will work directly with partners across HR and business units to understand their needs and create high quality reporting products that drive action. You will design thoughtful Tableau dashboards communicate insights through clear executive ready presentations and use strong analytical skills to bring clarity to complex questions. You will help shape the reporting framework improve data quality standardize metrics and support critical long term HR processes including headcount planning recruiting talent diversity and compensation.

This is a hands on role where you will scope solutions build them quickly and collaborate closely with teammates who care deeply about accuracy usability and impact. You will also coach stakeholders on how to use reporting tools and ensure data completeness and integrity in sensitive HR systems.

You should have experience with SQL data warehousing dashboard development analytics storytelling and presenting recommendations to senior audiences. Experience with requirement gathering documentation and project planning is also valuable. Knowledge of Tableau Sigma statistical concepts or UX principles will help you excel.

If you want to help build the future of data driven workforce management and you enjoy solving meaningful problems in a fast moving environment get in touch.

AdvanSix plays a critical role in global supply chains, innovating and delivering essential products for our customers in a wide variety of end markets and applications that touch people’s lives, such as building and construction, fertilizers, plastics, solvents, packaging, paints, coatings, adhesives, and electronics. Our reliable and sustainable supply of quality products emerges from the vertically integrated value chain of our three U.S. based manufacturing facilities. AdvanSix strives to deliver best-in-class customer experiences and differentiated products in the industries of nylon solutions, chemical intermediates, and plant nutrients, guided by our core values of Safety, Integrity, Accountability and Respect.

Please view a short video about our company here, AdvanSix Video. For more information on AdvanSix, please visit our website at work at AdvanSix?

• We provide benefits that are industry competitive and focused on employee well-being

• Total Rewards program includes a competitive compensation, health, dental, vision & wellness programs, paid vacation, 401K with company matching, health savings programs, disability & life insurance, employee assistance program

• Tuition reimbursement for continued education, certifications, training, and development

• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences

Position Summary

The Workforce Readiness Manager is responsible for ensuring the organization has the adequate skills and capabilities to meet the short-term and long-term goals of the site. The Workforce Readiness Manager will partner with site leadership and human resources to ensure operational stability by accelerating operator progression resulting in a talent pipeline of experienced operators and own the overall training and developments plan for the site.

Primary Functions & Essential Responsibilities

Lead the overall training and learning strategy for the Chesterfield site and develop training programs for employees designed to give employees the knowledge and capability to meet the specific organizational goals efficiently and effectively.

Plans & Aligns

• Develop a strategy to mitigate risk to both short and long-term operational stability by accelerating operator training progression by reducing the cycle time around operators becoming fully qualified
• Operate with a continuous improvement mindset to elevate current training processes and materials to enhance operating knowledge and the cause and effect/troubleshooting components of each role within an operations area.
• Evaluate the skills of the current workforce and leverage data and 80/20 principles to identify and prioritize efforts ensuring appropriate resourcing and efforts to address critical skills/qualifications gaps
• Develop and standardize training and progression KPIs for the site designed to monitor progress and results
• Ensure appropriate plans are in place to ensure the site has the necessary skills in order to meet long-term growth goals
• Manage the overall learning plan for the site and partner with site and functional leaders to effectively manage internal and regulatory requirements

Change Leadership and Innovation

• Drive continuous improvement efforts around training and development by leveraging appropriate technology and lean practices to accelerate efforts
• Identify and advance opportunities for labor efficiency through leveraging third-parties, industry partners, local/state organizations, college/schools, etc. to build capabilities and scale
• Provide coaching and expertise around training methodology and adult learning in order to mentor and develop trainers/leaders
• Partner with Human Resources and site leadership to identify and advance automation and efficiency opportunities around human capital aligned to long-term organizational objectives

Leadership, Team & Culture

• Direct the work, development and performance of the Chesterfield Hourly Training Leader and Area Trainers
• Drive consistency in training and expectations across the site and work groups to ensure a learning culture and accountability for outcomes
• Support a strong safety awareness culture through appropriate training and development with emphasis on maturing hazard recognition improvements in partnership with HS&E and site leadership
• Oversee, facilitate, and ensure effective writing and development of qualification requirements for all hourly work groups
• Provide leadership for the employee qualification/progression evaluation and testing processes
• In partnership with Human Resources oversee the successful execution and coordination of New Hire Orientation Training
• Manage the overall site training and development budget as well as any training grant applications and administration

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or Instructional Technology
• 10+ years of experience in Chemical Manufacturing with experience in training/learning curriculum design and development
• 5+ years of experience in a supervisory/leadership role
• Six Sigma Greenbelt (or Blackbelt) certification or equivalent experience implementing productivity / continuous improvement projects

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience in the management of projects, troubleshooting, team building, financial budgets and overall leadership
• Working knowledge of Process Safety Management, ISO9001 Quality Management, and general OSHA Safety guidelines preferred
• Strong presentation skills preferred
• Experience with technical writing preferred
• Experience in organizational development strongly preferred

The expected base pay for this position is $118,800 - $178,200

Role: Process Engineer

Location: Dallas, TX – ONSITE

Job Description: Our client is seeking a proactive Process Engineer to serve as a process and equipment reference-state owner for critical manufacturing systems at our Dallas, Texas facility. This role is accountable for defining, protecting, and continuously improving the fundamental conditions under which machines and processes operate to deliver stable, repeatable, and optimal performance

The Process Engineer proactively ensures that equipment operates in its designed reference state, and that robust processes exist to keep it there. From this stable foundation, the role applies Six Sigma, advanced analytics, AI-enabled tools, and structured continuous improvement methods to systematically reduce process variation, increase equipment uptime, and improve OEE, cost, and throughput.

Reliability, Uptime, and KPI Accountability

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited university.
• Min 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical intuition, systems thinking, and analytical problem-solving skills.

Desired Skills

• Experience in a continuous-web manufacturing, and asphalt processes.
• Practical application of Six Sigma, SPC, or related statistical methodologies in manufacturing.
• Experience using advanced analytics, automation data, or AI-enabled tools for process monitoring and improvement.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and technical documentation.
• Experience with Minitab and SQL Server Management Studio.
• Familiarity with manufacturing systems and controls platforms, including Cognex Vision Systems, SAP, Siemens Step7 and TIA Portal, VFDs, DeltaV, and AVEVA System Platform

Position Overview

• The Senior Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) – Casting is responsible for ensuring that all direct‑purchased materials consistently meet performance and quality requirements. This role provides strategic and tactical support to manufacturing through advanced quality planning, supplier development, corrective action management, and continuous improvement initiatives. The SQE works closely with the global supply base, procurement, engineering, and manufacturing teams to prevent quality issues, eliminate production disruptions, and enhance customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

1. Tactical Supplier Quality

• Manage and process PPAP submissions to support timely new product launches.
• Work independently and collaboratively with global suppliers to execute all quality‑related activities.
• Maintain effective communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding quality impacts on production.
• Review and validate supplier Corrective Action submissions, ensuring root cause identification and robust preventive actions.
• Respond to internal customer inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Conduct supplier performance analyses and share insights with Procurement and Category Management teams.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier PPM performance and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Prepare and present quality performance reports to support decision‑making and continuous improvement initiatives.

2. Factory Support

• Support manufacturing by conducting or coordinating inspection/sorting of suspect or discrepant materials.
• Issue corrective actions to suppliers for non‑conforming materials and follow through to resolution.
• Demonstrate integrity, trust, and alignment with organizational values in daily activities.
• Influence and support cross‑functional teams through effective collaboration and communication.
• Drive improvement activities across the value stream through motivation and leadership.

3. Process Management

• Document rejected materials and maintain accurate MRB system records.
• Verify incoming materials against shipment documentation, engineering drawings, and specifications.
• Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, schematics, and standards to determine product quality and reliability.
• Adhere to and uphold organizational quality standards and maintain process compliance.

4. Supplier Development

• Conduct supplier audits and provide detailed analyses, feedback, and improvement plans.
• Develop and support systems and processes to ensure long‑term supplier performance improvement.
• Address tactical supplier issues such as spills, PPAP delays, and material non‑conformances.
• Create risk‑based schedules for proactive supplier evaluations.
• Lead APQP activities for new product and part development.
• Issue and track Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs).
• Collaborate effectively with Buyers, Category Managers, R&D engineers, and Plant SQEs across all functions.

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel up to 20% (day or overnight), by car or air, for supplier visits, audits, and internal meetings.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or quality engineering.
• Strong interpretation skills for engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Knowledge of SPC and data analysis for critical features.
• Hands‑on experience with casting and forging processes.
• Experience in aluminum casting technologies (sand, investment, high‑pressure die casting, permanent mold, cores, etc.).
• Machine shop experience and understanding of machining operations.
• Strong knowledge of quality tools and problem‑solving methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in engine or engine component manufacturing or assembly.
• ASQ certifications (Quality Engineer, Quality Manager, or Auditor).
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification with demonstrated project experience.

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

Key Responsibilities

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

Qualifications

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

Essential Physical Requirements

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

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

Applicants should submit a resume to   for immediate consideration.

Reporting to the General Manager, this position leads and manages the Culinary/Hot Kitchen, Assembly and Transportation departments of the airline catering unit or “flight kitchen” with gross revenues of $100+ million and direct and indirect headcount of 1,000+ employees.

Annual Hiring Range/Hourly Rate:

• $160,000 - $170,000/Per Year
• This position is eligible for incentive pay of 20% of the annual base salary, dependent upon successful attainment of company, team, and individual goals.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401k, with company match
• Company sponsored life insurance
• Medical, dental, vision plans
• Voluntary short-term/long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter benefits
• Employee Discounts

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Leads and manages Culinary/Hot Kitchen, Assembly and Transportation departments to ensure production standards and customer service requirements are met.
• Drives to meet business objectives and goals set by superior related to food costs, labor costs, sanitation, quality assurance, market track goals, airline goals and objectives, and all other specific goals set thereof.
• Responsible for the maintenance of key performance metrics for the departments.
• Ensures Customer requirements/specifications and service requirements are complied with on all airline accounts; this includes production processing, on-time performance, equipment inventory, and quality assurance controls.
• Maintains customer communication with all local and corporate airline representatives to ensure all request, investigations, and/or related are concluded to the satisfaction of the customer and company.
• Supports customer audits and government audits to meet compliance.
• Monitors all menu cycles to ensure customer service and satisfaction is not interrupted.
• Ensures that all HACCP, FDA, Local Airport, Quality Assurance, and Airline Specifications are maintained at the highest level.
• Supports and assists Lean initiatives, and Quality initiatives to achieve OPEX targets.
• Ensures that proper equipment is maintained and controlled in the Unit for operation excellence.
• Ensures all Corporate Policies and Procedures are followed and maintained.
• Develops Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ensures the security of the facility by monitoring and maintaining existing programs including all TSA, local airport and corporate requirements.
• Manages operation staff on a day-to-day operation aspect to drive for exceeding set targets.
• Responsible for annual performance evaluations of direct reports in compliance with corporate initiatives.
• Monitors employee relations in each Department, ensures compliance with the National Master and Local Addendum labor agreements in the Departments.
• Assists the BU leader on projects, investigations, training, corporate goals and objectives, and airline requests.
• Completes Hazard Analysis and Risk Based Preventative Controls (HARPC) Preventative Controls for Human Food training and certification course to be a PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) according to company policy.
• Completes all company required training including but not limited to ServSafe Sanitation Manager Certification.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field required

Work Experience:

• Successful track record as a Manager or Assistant Manager in airline catering required.
• Minimum 10 years of management experience in in-flight catering or food manufacturing environment required.
• Proven experience successfully managing a team of supervisors and managers for a single operating unit required
• Demonstrated knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and/or six sigma and continuous improvement methodologies preferred.
• Previous customer service and/or account management experience required.
• Strong track record of innovation and making changes to the operation to further improve the work environment and unit performance
• Labor relations experience is required

Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration)

• Must have strong and effective leadership skills
• Must be comfortable with all levels of employees and have the ability to drive positive program change.
• Must be a Team builder with the ability to lead and motivate a diverse management and hourly staff
• Excellent problem solving skills, planning and scheduling capabilities managing multiple account requirements
• Ability to effectively manage multiple operations while maintaining compliance in a heavy regulated environment e.g. FDA, HACCP and security
• Advanced Microsoft office tool skills (excel, word)
• Knowledge of quality auditing, inspection methods
• Detail oriented and excellent project management skills
• Strong organizational skills, able to prioritize responsibilities and multi-task
• Change Agent
• Able to obtain an AOA badge and customs seal.

Language / Communication Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with multiple departments and customers
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Director of Continuous Improvement

Ready to change the future, your way?

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven Director of Continuous Improvement to unlock your ambition and work the future at Aalberts.

As a full-time Director of Continuous Improvement in the Operations Department at Aalberts, located in Pageland, SC. Reporting directly to the Chief Operations Officer, The Director of Continuous Improvement acts as role model and serves as a champion for successful and sustained Lean implementation, APS and CI processes in the region or division. This position requires a leader, who is in charge to manage the regional or business group CI network to improve the manufacturing efficiency of the sites (Safety, Scrap, Delivery, Direct labor productivity, OEE, and other cost), deploy the Group CI and business group operation strategies and initiatives and to support site team in continuous improvement activities. In additional to ensure follow up of all the productivity projects at business group in the areas and support the business strategies like footprint, P-30 (improve 30% productivity plan), etc.

the Aalberts way

Aalberts is built on entrepreneurship. We believe the more space people are given, the greater their chance of finding brilliant solutions for our customers. That is why we encourage everyone to take ownership, think independently yet work as one team. You are in charge today of what happens tomorrow. For yourself, for the company, and for our planet.

your challenge

• Work closely with regional COO or business group COO to build the CI network according to the operation strategy.
• Support the Plant / Site Managers, APU Managers and Plant / Site CI Managers to understand the CI strategies and apply the Lean tools.
• Support the production supervisors to understand the importance of the respect of the standards and their improvement role.
• Ensure that Plant / Site CI Managers network is permanently fulfilled at right level for success.
• Manage the Plant / Site CI Managers network of the region or division: annual professional competences appraisal, contribution & validation to recruitment, definition of training plan, validation of lean skill development and manage detection/growing of local production system potentials. Organize network meeting and On Job Training.
• Organize the cross fertilization of good practices within the region or division.
• Ensure that lean rules are taken into account in new projects at right time.
• Validate the Sites lean deployment plan vs Group directives & instructions, and Sites Priorities, including Smart factory/Industrial 4.0, and support their deployment.
• Help the Plant / Site Managers identify opportunities for SQDICP progress.
• Deploy and follow Group initiatives within his/her region or division.
• Check through a regular presence on every Site of his region or division that Sites are working on appropriate priorities.
• Coach Plant / Site Managers: Plant, Production, APU, CI, Production & Supply Chain support functions on lean processes implementation.
• Check regularly Gemba in depth the proper deployment of lean roadmaps and ensure a close follow up of progress plans.
• Challenge the plants’ budget & related financial indicators of sites in budget preparation phase.
• Validate, challenge & follow Direct Labor and equipment operational performance improvement actions.
• Ensure a lean reporting.
• Contribute to the improvement of Group Lean standards & tools.
• Support industrial 4.0 / smart factory implementation.
• As Aalberts Production System roadmap developer.
• Participate to Group Kaizen workshops, Committees & townhall.
• Contribute in selected Group initiatives upon request.
• Troubleshooting and help building progress roadmaps for sites when in crisis.
• Review key productivities at business group and level support teams to define the best implementation strategy
• Review key productivities at business group level to assess applicability of ideas transversally at other sites in order to coordinate validation and globalize project efforts.
• Ensure sites are managing payback of any productivity project being managed
• Support workshops in the sites and at suppliers to improve savings portfolio
• Continuously monitor TOP 10 productivities in the sites
• Prepare & organize monthly productivity review meeting
• Support teams to remove roadblocks on key projects to meet productivity project milestones
• Encourage the search for new ideas, collect and pass them on to groups responsible for processing them
• Benchmark permanently the products and best internal / external industrial practices and deploy to all sites
• Encourage the search for new ideas, collect and pass them on to groups responsible for processing them
• Assess applicability of key projects in all sites within the business group
• Coach and guide the project managers to organize cost improvement workshops. Cost reduction ideas need to include all areas; material, direct labor, packaging, transportation, etc. Focus on the top worst projects of each sites.

requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering.
• Lean Manufacture in car automotive for > 8 years.
• Strong background experience in purchasing, program management, manufacturing and /or supply chain management.
• American Society for Quality (ASQ) Certified Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) preferred.

targeted attributes

• 10+ years in Lean methodologies, such as Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, Muda hunting, Standard Work, Cycle time balance with automation design, SMED, TPM, Value Stream Mapping, and Lean product line design, plant layout and logistic warehouse layout optimization, Design for 6 sigma.
• Experience in developing smart factory/industrial 4.0 (MES, E-KANBAN, AGV/ARM …)
• Experience developing and improving lean training, tools and methods.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and influence operation teams at all levels.
• Change management expertise, with the ability to manage resistance and drive cultural transformation.
• Proficiency in using Lean software tools and technologies for process mapping, data analysis, and reporting (PPT, Excel, AutoCAD).
• Strong international mindset and a good ability to interact with all levels of the organization. Be able to lead and continuously motivate teams to push and achieve savings.

why work at Aalberts?

• Globally renowned company, dedicated to technological innovation and excellence
• Diverse teams of passionate individuals, committed to making a difference
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Think independently yet work as one team
• Be in charge today of what happens tomorrow

about Aalberts

We are a company of over 13,000 passionate people spread across 50 countries, working as one to engineer mission-critical technologies, making impact in everyday life. Aalberts IPSA proudly supports eco-friendly buildings to high-tech manufacturing, minuscule microchips to the largest seagoing vessels, and next gen vehicles to lightweight airplanes. Since 1975, we have been at the forefront of where technological innovation truly matters and progress is really made for a clean, smart and responsible future.

work environment

• Regular presence on the production floor in a climate-controlled machine shop environment.
• Operate high-volume machining in a manufacturing setting requiring proper use of PPE (personal protective equipment).
• Including but not limited to: CNC machining centers, transfer machines, EMCO equipment, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and an active tool room
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Occasional lifting of materials or components up to 55 pounds
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts, machine noise, oils, and industrial equipment
• Maintain a stable, safety-focused manufacturing environment with a strong emphasis on operational excellence, reliability, and continuous improvement.

travel requirements

Travel regularly to Aalberts sites up to 50% of the time.

compensation and benefits

The salaried rate for this role is fair and decided upon based on experience and proven skills alignment through our interview process. This role will observe our company’s 12 paid holidays, generous paid time off and competitive full suite benefits package.

go ahead, work the future at Aalberts

Our procedure involves application submission, screening, assessments, selection, and offer/onboarding. The process follows a tentative time frame and is subject to the availability of both parties and the completion of each stage.

our commitment to all

Aalberts IPSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Uninvited agency solicitation will not be considered. Profiles sent by third-party recruiters will be treated as direct applications from the candidate.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Job Summary: The Operations Business Analyst will play a critical role in supporting the successful implementation and ongoing optimization of the ServiceNow platform within the Operations team. This individual will act as the primary liaison between Operations stakeholders and the ServiceNow implementation team, ensuring that business requirements are accurately captured, workflows are designed to meet operational needs, and the platform delivers maximum value post-deployment.

Key Responsibilities

Implementation Phase

• Conduct deep dives into operational and technical processes to understand current workflows.
• Gather, document, and validate detailed business requirements.
• Create and refine user stories for development teams.
• Participate in design workshops and ensure alignment between business needs and technical solutions.
• Support testing activities, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and assist in issue resolution during deployment.

Post-Implementation

• Serve as the Operations team’s subject matter expert (SME) for ServiceNow.
• Configure, build, and customize new workflows using ServiceNow Flow Designer and related tools.
• Maintain and optimize existing workflows to improve efficiency and compliance.
• Develop and maintain documentation for workflows, processes, and configurations.
• Provide training and support to Operations personnel on ServiceNow functionality.
• Monitor platform performance and usage, generating reports and dashboards for management.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as the primary point of contact between Operations and ServiceNow technical teams.
• Ensure smooth communication and coordination with other business units impacted by workflow changes.
• Participate in governance activities to maintain platform standards and best practices.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field.

Experience:

• 3+ years as a Business Analyst or similar role, preferably in Operations or Financial Services.
• Hands-on experience with ServiceNow platform (ITSM, Workflow, or App Engine modules preferred).

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Familiarity with workflow automation and process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma).
• Proficiency in ServiceNow configuration and workflow design.

Certifications (Preferred):

• ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA).
• ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist (CIS) – App Engine or ITSM.

Languages: Portuguese and/or Spanish proficiency is considered a valuable asset.

Core Competencies:

• Ability to translate business needs into technical requirements.
• Strong documentation and process mapping skills.
• Collaborative mindset with experience in Agile/Scrum environments.

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We’re Hiring: Planner III (APS – Kinaxis RapidResponse) | Austin, TX (Onsite)

Join UCT and help shape the future of semiconductor manufacturing.

Every smartphone, smart vehicle, data center, and AI‑driven device relies on the technologies UCT supports. As the semiconductor industry accelerates, we’re evolving with it—innovating, problem‑solving, and enabling customers at the leading edge of technology.

At UCT, we value people who think critically, act with urgency, and continuously improve.

UCT is hiring a Planner III to advance our APS and Kinaxis capabilities at our Austin, TX site.

This onsite role blends low‑volume/high‑mix (LVHM) production planning with Kinaxis RapidResponse super‑user responsibilities, including scenario modeling, parameter governance, S&OP/IBP alignment, CTB improvement, and cross‑functional planning leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Kinaxis RapidResponse (Super‑User Level)

• Own scenarios, what‑ifs, alerts, dashboards, and planning parameter governance.
• Train planners & partners to strengthen APS adoption and planning discipline.
• Support enhancements, configuration updates, and APS improvements.

Demand, Supply & Inventory Planning

• Lead demand inputs, consensus cycles, and change‑impact analysis.
• Manage supply plans using finite/infinite capacity logic across complex BOMs.
• Drive inventory optimization through policy governance & exception management.

Production Execution & CTB Readiness

• Maintain accurate production schedules for multi‑level assemblies.
• Own CTB visibility, long‑lead risk tracking, and material readiness.
• Partner with Manufacturing to resolve capacity, shortage, and schedule risks.

S&OP / IBP & KPI Management

• Prepare inputs for S&OP/IBP and lead scenario modeling.
• Govern KPIs, exceptions, backlog/commit health, and planning performance.
• Lead data‑driven corrective actions and continuous improvement.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Work with Engineering on ECR/BOM change impacts.
• Partner with Procurement on supplier commits and risk mitigation.
• Align with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Planning teams.

Qualifications

Required Education

• Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field.

Required Experience

• 5+ years in production planning, supply chain, or manufacturing ops—ideally high‑tech or semiconductor with complex, multi‑level assemblies.
• LVHM contract manufacturing experience (Sr/Master Planner level).
• Strong ownership of demand planning, supply planning (finite/infinite), and inventory optimization.
• Proven S&OP/IBP governance & cross‑functional alignment.
• ERP proficiency (SAP or Oracle) + advanced Excel.
• Excellent communication and training capability.

Required Technical Skills

• Hands‑on Kinaxis RapidResponse (super‑user preferred): scenarios, alerts, parameter governance, enablement.
• Experience with ECR/BOM integration, CTB methodology, and APS parameter governance.
• Strong analytical skills for forecasting, modeling, and production optimization.

Preferred

• Semiconductor equipment manufacturing experience.
• Master’s degree in IE, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.

Challenges & Opportunities

You’ll navigate complex LVHM assemblies, long‑lead materials, and rapid engineering changes—maintaining CTB readiness and advancing APS/Kinaxis adoption. This is a high‑impact role supporting one of the world’s most complex semiconductor supply chains.

UCT is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer.