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About Us:

Trilliant Food & Nutrition is a leading, vertically integrated manufacturer of premium coffees and powdered beverages, proudly headquartered in Little Chute, Wisconsin. With a legacy rooted in quality, innovation, and service, Trilliant delivers branded and private label solutions across retail, foodservice, and e-commerce channels.

Horseshoe Beverage Company, based in Neenah, WI, is a leading ready-to-drink beverage manufacturer dedicated to delivering an exceptional beverage experience. By combining industry-leading talent, cutting-edge equipment, and a vertically integrated supply chain, we drive innovation and consistently deliver the highest quality products to our customers—first and fast.

Our brand portfolio includes Victor Allen’s®, Dutch Bros® beverages and Nurri™, our better-for-you protein beverage line. We are passionate about beverages – and about building a team that’s just as energized. We invite you to explore opportunities at Trilliant or Horseshoe, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings.

Position Overview: The Director of Co‑Manufacturing is a senior leadership role responsible for defining and executing the company’s co‑manufacturing strategy across a growing network of external manufacturing partners. This role owns the end‑to‑end governance, performance, and scalability of the co‑manufacturing network, ensuring alignment with enterprise growth objectives, brand standards, food safety requirements, and financial targets. This role is directly accountable for enabling revenue growth, protecting EBITDA, and de-risking supply through the scalable expansion and performance management of the co-manufacturing network.

The Director serves as the executive owner of all co‑manufacturing relationships, providing strategic direction, operational oversight, and cross‑functional leadership to ensure reliable supply, optimized cost structures, and continuous improvement across the network. This role partners closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Procurement, Finance, Commercial, and Executive Leadership to enable long‑term growth and capacity flexibility

Responsibilities:

Co‑Manufacturing Strategy & Network Leadership

• Define and lead the enterprise co‑manufacturing strategy, including network design, capacity planning, and long‑term partner roadmap aligned to business growth and portfolio expansion.
• Establish a scalable operating model for co‑manufacturing that supports multiple product categories, technologies, and geographic regions.
• Evaluate make‑buy decisions, capacity investments, and external manufacturing risks to support executive‑level planning and decision‑making.
• Lead the identification, qualification, and strategic selection of new co-manufacturing partners.
• Establish a clear co-manufacturing operating model, including decision rights, governance cadence, escalation paths, performance management routines, and cross-functional ways of working with Quality, Planning, Procurement and Commercial.

Partner Governance & Executive Relationships

• Own executive‑level relationships with all co‑manufacturing partners, setting expectations for performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Provide strategic oversight of commercial agreements, contracts, and compliance to ensure alignment with operational, financial, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead partner performance governance, including formal business reviews, escalation management, and corrective action planning.
• Serve as the primary executive escalation point for supply, quality, cost, or compliance issues within the co‑manufacturing network.

Performance, Planning & Financial Accountability

• Establish and oversee standardized KPIs and performance management frameworks across all co‑manufacturing partners, including:
• On‑Time In‑Full (OTIF)
• Schedule Attainment
• Yield / Production Loss
• Cost, throughput, and service performance
• Drive working capital optimization, cost of goods improvement, and productivity initiatives across the network.
• Own the co-manufacturing cost agenda, driving measurable improvements in COGS, tolling costs, conversion efficiency, and working capital tied to external manufacturing.
• Partner with Finance and Supply Chain to ensure accurate forecasting, capacity commitments, and financial transparency.
• Leverage ERP, planning, and analytics systems to provide enterprise‑level visibility into co‑manufacturing performance and risks.

Quality, Compliance & Risk Management

• Provide executive oversight of food safety, quality systems, and regulatory compliance across all co‑manufacturing partners.
• Ensure robust audit, qualification, and monitoring programs are in place and consistently executed.
• Lead risk identification and mitigation strategies related to supply continuity, quality, capacity, and regulatory exposure.
• Champion a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement across internal teams and external partners.

Organizational Leadership & Capability Building

• Build, lead, and develop the Co‑Manufacturing team, including managers, analysts, and functional support roles as the network scales.
• Establish clear roles, processes, and governance models to support effective cross‑functional collaboration.
• Drive talent development, succession planning, and organizational capability aligned with long‑term business needs.
• Act as a visible leader within Operations and Supply Chain, influencing enterprise priorities and ways of working.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Food Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing, co‑manufacturing, supply chain, or operations leadership within the food & beverage industry.
• Demonstrated experience leading external manufacturing networks at scale, including strategy, governance, and financial performance.
• Deep knowledge of food safety, quality systems, and regulatory requirements (e.g., SQF, GFSI, HACCP).
• Proven ability to lead teams, influence executive stakeholders, and drive change across complex, cross‑functional environments.
• Strong commercial, analytical, and negotiation skills with experience managing large external partner portfolios.
• Willingness to travel 24-40% to support partner engagement and oversight.
• Experience supporting high-growth, multi-brand portfolios in a PE-backed or highly performance driven environment, preferred.
• Demonstrated experience building business cases for make/buy decisions, network expansion, and capital trade-offs.

Hours, Location and Pay:

We offer a competitive base pay rate and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees. This role works at our Little Chute, WI manufacturing facility.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, hear, use hands to type data, use a personal computer and telephone. This employee may occasionally have to operate business machines and lift and/move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required in this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Mental demands include multi-tasking, decision making, problem solving, comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, and synthesizing data.
• Potential for exposure to chemicals, heights, loud noises, mechanical equipment, wet environments, and other potential hazards exists.

Safety Statement:

At Trilliant and Horseshoe, safety is every employee’s first responsibility. We expect all employees to adhere to all safety practices, have the moral courage to stop other individuals from performing unsafe acts, and immediately report unsafe conditions.

Disclosures:

• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
• Responsible for following food safety/regulatory policies and procedures, executing responsibilities as identified in standard operating procedures, and reporting food safety/regulatory concerns to the Production or Quality Manager.
• Trilliant Food & Nutrition and Horseshoe Beverage Company are Drug Free Workplaces. All applicants are subject to a drug screen and background check as a condition of employment.
• Trilliant Food and Nutrition and Horseshoe Beverage participate in the E-Verify process.
• EEO/AA including Vets and Disabled
• If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
• Trilliant Food and Nutrition and Horseshoe Beverage are Equal Opportunity Employers.
• The principles of the OECD and UN have been taken into consideration and used as guidance in our human rights practices and procedures.

Why Join Us:

You’ll play a vital role in scaling our operations while maintaining product quality and customer satisfaction. This is a high-impact position for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-growing environment and enjoys working with both internal teams and external partners.

Summary:

The Co-Manufacturing Supply Chain Supervisor will play a key role in launching and sustaining Kevin’s emerging Co-Manufacturing (Co-Man) network. This position is responsible for leading daily coordination across external manufacturing (EM) partners, ensuring executional excellence, QFS compliance, and supply chain reliability.

This role will coordinate EM and value-added services for multiple product platforms, capacity preservation initiatives, and future innovation and resiliency efforts. This role oversees the movement of materials, production execution, inventory accuracy, and cross functional alignment with Planning, Procurement, Quality, Logistics, and EM partners. The ideal candidate brings hands-on co-man and supply chain experience, thrives in cross-functional environments, and can balance urgency with precision.

What You’ll Do:

• Act as the day-to-day operational lead between Kevin’s and EM partners for all co‑manufacturing activities across multiple product platforms.
• Partner with Demand Planning and EM partners to maintain structured communication that aligns forecasts, production plans, and finished goods availability.
• Oversee creation and maintenance of subcontracting POs, STOs, deliveries, and receipts in SAP S/4HANA.
• Ensure materials are aligned with production and quality requirements.
• Monitor production schedules and proactively resolve risks to service levels.
• Coordinate with Logistics and EM partners to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant movement of raw materials and packaging to co-man facilities.
• Validate production confirmations, consumption data, and finished goods reporting.
• Track inbound materials and address shortages, delays, or discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Inventory Management to maintain traceability across the co-man network.
• Reconcile inventory, investigate variances, and ensure clean, timely transactions supporting system and financial accuracy.
• Support cycle counts, audits, and inventory reporting as needed.
• Partner closely with EMQA and internal QA teams to ensure process controls are followed.
• Manage COAs, documentation flow, and product release readiness.
• Support QFS compliance across all co-man activities.
• Support new product launches and scale-up activities at co-man sites.
• Identify opportunities to improve reliability, efficiency, and scalability of the co-man model.
• Develop and enhance standard operating procedures for co-man operations.
• Other duties as assigned and necessary.

What You’ll Need:

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, co-manufacturing, or external manufacturing operations (food manufacturing preferred).
• Strong understanding of production planning, materials management, logistics, and inventory controls.
• Experience working with co-manufacturers and managing third-party relationships.
• Knowledge of QFS/food safety systems, documentation, and compliance requirements.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with Planning, QA, Logistics, and Operations.
• Highly organized, proactive, and comfortable operating in a fast-growth, ambiguous environment.
• ERP experience (SAP preferred) a plus.

Manufacturing Maintenance Technician II (3rd Shift)

Location: Littleton, CO 80129

Full-Time Role

Shift: 3rd Shift (Mon–Fri)

We’re hiring a Manufacturing Maintenance Technician II for one of our clients to support critical production operations and ensure equipment runs safely, efficiently, and reliably.

What You’ll Do

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manual, semi‑automated, and fully automated equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and controls/PLC systems.
• Diagnose problems, conduct root cause analysis, and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Support equipment upgrades, process validations, and continuous improvement projects.
• Reduce downtime, improve machine performance, and help drive key operational metrics.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and other teams to resolve issues quickly.
• Maintain safety compliance, cleanroom standards, and maintenance documentation.

What You Bring

• 2+ years of maintenance experience (5 years preferred).
• Strong skills with tools, test instruments, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Hands-on experience with:
• Electrical & mechanical systems
• PLC controls, logic, networks (Ethernet/DeviceNet)
• Pneumatics & hydraulics
• RF welding, ultrasonic welding, hot plate welding (preferred)
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot complex issues with high accuracy.
• Effective communication, time management, and a proactive mindset.
• Willingness to pursue internal certifications (e.g., Electrical Safety, RF Welding).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move up to 500 lbs with carts/equipment.
• Comfortable working in a cleanroom environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and use fine motor skills throughout the shift.

Supply Manager, Sourcing, Raw & Direct Materials, Manufacturing

Denver CO.

HYBRID

Competitive Salary [about $116K] Bonus, Full & Comprehensive Benefits, World Class Manufacturer

The Category Manager – Direct Materials is accountable for developing and executing sourcing strategies that optimize cost, quality, and supply continuity across s operations. This role leads complex, multi‑facility sourcing initiatives; drives supplier performance and capability development; and partners closely with R&D, Product Management, and operations teams to deliver measurable business results.

• Do you have experience sourcing raw or direct materials for manufacturing plants?

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Category Performance

• Develop and execute data‑driven sourcing strategies for resale product categories to improve cost structure, mitigate risk, and enhance supplier value.
• Build and maintain robust should‑cost models to guide negotiations, evaluate pricing proposals, and support long‑term cost optimization.
• Deliver year‑over‑year cost savings through structured negotiations, supplier workshops, competitive bidding, value engineering, and supply‑base rationalization.
• Monitor and report category performance using monthly scorecards, KPIs, and executive‑level updates.

Project & Supplier Management

• Lead multi‑functional project teams—spanning R&D, Product Management, Operations, Finance, and Quality—to qualify new suppliers, onboard new products, and support product innovation initiatives.
• Drive supplier development programs to enhance supplier capabilities, improve quality, and ensure long‑term alignment with business objectives.
• Manage contracts across the resale category, ensuring compliance, performance tracking, and timely renewals.
• Identify and implement process improvements that streamline supply chain operations and eliminate inefficiencies.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary commercial interface for internal stakeholders across facilities, ensuring seamless communication, alignment, and timely issue resolution.
• Partner with R&D and Product Managers to evaluate alternative materials, support new product development, and enable sustainable sourcing decisions.

Risk Management & Supply Continuity

• Ensure uninterrupted supply of resale products to facilities by proactively identifying risks, developing contingency plans, and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Conduct root‑cause analyses for supply disruptions and lead corrective‑action initiatives in partnership with suppliers and internal teams.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain or related experience, 3 of which should be experience sourcing with a major organization.
• CPSM certification desirable.

Technical Skills

• Demonstrated experience with should‑cost modeling and cost‑analysis techniques.
• Strong contract negotiation skills, working knowledge of contract development, contract law.
• Working knowledge of commodity management principles and e‑sourcing tools.
• Experience with SAP/similar ERP system; proficient: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and lead cross‑functional projects to successful outcomes.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including presenting to non‑technical audiences.
• Strong analytical, strategic‑thinking, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proactive, collaborative approach with openness to feedback, mentoring, and continuous improvement.

Skills and Certifications [note: bold skills and certification are required]

Experience managing $20M in spend

Contract experience. Sourcing direct materials for a manufacturing company

Candidate Details: 5+ to 7 years’ experience

Seniority Level – Associate/Management Experience Required - No

Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree

Screening Questions:

Do you have experience sourcing raw or direct materials for manufacturing plants?

Ideal Candidate: Candidate must come from another manufacturing company where they are sourcing raw or direct materials.

CONTACT/SEND RESUME:

Bill Marek - CEO

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Job Description

King Soopers Bakery Manufacturing

Lead the effective execution of all plant maintenance and assigned projects, in support of safety, quality and continuous improvement. Perform all jobs safely, efficiently and accurately to maintain and improve the performance of the entire plant in the areas of Safety, Quality, Reliability (SQR) and our Customer 1st strategy. Provide leadership that embodies our 7 Kroger Manufacturing High Performance Work System principles. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe, efficient and effective use of all supervised craft resources
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
• Ensure compliance to Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), National Electrical Code (NEC), and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations
• Direct mechanics in the performance of approved maintenance work including quality control, duration, cost and thoroughness
• Assign and inspect all planned preventative maintenance (PPM) work orders
• Review available planned job packages for completeness and correctness; refine and finalize labor, materials, parts, methods and priorities
• Identify, arrange and track the skills training and development needs of each team member; ensure prompt assignment of mechanics to specific jobs relative to individual abilities
• Ensure that good housekeeping and safe work practices are followed throughout the facility
• Clean shop areas daily, including spare parts room and offices
• Provide support and leadership in troubleshooting equipment
• Ensure all labor, parts and work are reported daily through the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Follow established programs, policies and practices to produce safe, quality foods that meet regulatory and company requirements
• Accountable to the Kroger Manufacturing Food Safety and Quality Principles
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must be able to work around ingredients and/or finished products known to contain food allergens

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree a related field or 5 years of progressive experience in maintenance supervision
• Experience in the food industry dealing with preventative/predictive maintenance process, technical guidance and development of the maintenance work force
• Functional knowledge and use of Microsoft Office and CMMS
• Proven leadership skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong analytical ability
• Knowledge of Food Safety Principles, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and EPA and OSHA requirements

Desired Qualifications

• Other Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering
• Experience in continuous improvement activities
• Plant maintenance supervisor

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

Our client, a fast-paced leader in product development, is seeking a Manufacturing/Process Engineer to join their very busy team. The Manufacturing/Process Engineer will support the transition of products from engineering to manufacturing and will be responsible for bringing new products from Design Verification build to Pilot Production. Additionally, the Manufacturing/Process Engineer will support the design, installation, and operation of production processes, including sheet metal fabrication, foaming of refrigeration enclosures, heat pipe assembly, electro-mechanical assembly, and performance testing. They will also collaborate with engineers in Design for Manufacturability to transition new products from Design Verification builds into Manufacturing Validation builds and Mass Production, as well as work in a multidisciplinary production and development team.

To be successful in this role, candidates will utilize SolidWorks to produce deliverables, including production assembly procedures, and will also provide technical training to the production staff for all new product introductions to enhance product quality and maximize production efficiency. In this very important role, candidates must be experienced engineers who can work independently and communicate clearly with managers, co-workers, and clients. Candidates with an Engineering degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, and at least 10 years of manufacturing engineering experience, will be considered. Please apply if you meet these qualifications and are local to the Greater Boston area.

Additional Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Troubleshoot and resolve production line failures and technical issues.
• Design and implement functional fixtures and gauges to increase efficiency, improve quality, and minimize defects.
• Support the installation, programming, and maintenance of production equipment and materials.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for production line defects and field failures.
• Support the implementation of an ERP system and process ERP data to reinforce a lean manufacturing environment.
• Analyze production times, shop layout, and costs to provide reports for operational decisions.
• Collaborate with engineers to improve control processes for existing products and implement new control processes for new product introductions.
• Experience with refrigeration systems and foaming tools is preferred.
• Experience with various fabrication processes such as vacuum forming, injection molding, sheet metal forming, and rapid prototyping methods
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles is preferred.
• Ability to generate robust mechanical drawings, assembly procedures, and written reports. 3D CAD experience is a must. SolidWorks proficiency required.
• High level of personal commitment to quality, with demonstrated thoroughness and attention to detail in all phases of a process or project.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, highlighted by a flexible and collaborative working style.
• Due to the nature of the work, citizenship or legal residents only will be considered.

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer is accountable for providing technical support for the assigned processes and equipment to operations. Ensure that processes and equipment meets expectations for performance and operational requirements. Validates that processes meet operational requirements and goals.

Responsibilities

• Be actively engaged with the manufacturing process and operations teams. Participate in the Daily Tier accountability meetings.
• Troubleshoot production process/technical problems in real time to deploy countermeasures. Work closely with the shift supervisor/s, other ME, IE, Lean Expert, Design, R&D, facilities/maintenance, and quality team members to gain cross functional feedback.
• Provide day-to-day technical floor support as a SME (Subject Matter Expert). Investigate and resolve issues which arise during the manufacturing while maintaining or exceeding safety, quality, productivity, and cost goals.
• Utilize various RCA (Root Cause Analysis) tools to correct the problems and prevent it from re-occurring. Analyze data to improve process capability, reduce process variation, and optimize process performance.
• Develop processes to improve the throughput using lean manufacturing methodologies. Lead continuous improvement projects in assigned process areas to reduce waste/scrap and cycle times.
• Design and construct tooling/fixtures for processes or modify existing production equipment as needed. Identify and develop relationship with external suppliers (tool and die shops) to upgrade tooling and fixtures.
• Select and integrate off-the-shelf component and equipment. Able to confirm system's and components' capabilities by designing test methods and procedures. Understanding of the hardware and physical system being controlled is necessary.
• Lead the project implementation by reviewing installation plans, coordinating start-ups, documenting changes, updating procedures, and training operators. Maintain project documentation and assist in creating Operation Manuals
• Assist in product design, material selections, and tooling reviews. Capability to select and integrate off-the-shelf component and equipment. Ownership of the Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) for assigned processes.
• Develop standardized Work Instructions and/or procedures for the assigned areas. Lead train the trainer sessions for assigned areas. Ensures production team knows about the proper operation of equipment through training, verification and process audits.
• Provide direction and coordinate efforts and responsibilities for interns and co-ops to best suit the needs of the business.
• Must be able to multitask and handle shifting priorities on short notices.
• Quality Support: Provides support during the customer or regulatory audits, Support ISO Re-implementation related activities, participate in the Change Management initiatives as needed.
• Support the Senior Manufacturing Engineering Manager in the Strategic Planning of the Short Term (1-3 years) and Long Term (3-5 years) Capital Spending Goals for the site.
• Assist the maintenance team in developing the Critical Spares of various process equipment in their area.
• Provide prompt support to the on-site team during troubleshooting/problem solving in presence or remotely to avoid the unplanned downtime and improve the OEE.
• Support the Senior Manufacturing Engineering Manager in the interview process of the new recruits and on-boarding the new manufacturing team members in the department.
• Other duties, responsibilities and activities as assigned at any time with or without notice

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Strong knowledge of automation skills (PLCs, SCADA, and Robotics)
• Statistical capability analysis skills.
• Proactive problem solver.
• Direct experience working in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Time management, organizational and multi-tasking skills necessary to work in a fast-paced environment, handling various tasks and changing priorities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy to achieve daily assignments and goals.
• Ability to analyze, review, and make recommendations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to make engineering judgment decisions.
• Elicits cooperation and influences others to drive business strategies, goals, and objectives.
• Demonstrated hands on problem solving utilizing good engineering principles.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing techniques.
• Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, Creo, etc.)

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or other engineering disciplines with appropriate skills/experience or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience.

Travel

• Local Travel
• Overnight/North America: Less than 10%

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 25 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.

FK Instrument is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Manufacturing Estimator to join our growing team. This role is responsible for evaluating customer RFQs, developing efficient manufacturing plans, and preparing accurate, competitive cost estimates for precision machined components.

You’ll play a critical role in securing new business while ensuring projects are quoted profitably and aligned with our shop capabilities. This position works closely with engineering, production, and supply chain teams in a fast-paced, precision-driven environment.

What You’ll Do

• Review customer RFQs, blueprints, and 3D CAD models to assess manufacturability and define project scope
• Develop efficient manufacturing process plans, including operation sequencing
• Estimate setup times, cycle times, labor, and machine utilization using CAM software and historical data
• Prepare detailed cost estimates covering materials, labor, machine time, tooling, outside services, and overhead
• Source pricing for raw materials and subcontracted services (heat treating, plating, grinding, finishing, etc.)
• Identify manufacturing risks (tight tolerances, complex geometries, difficult materials) and incorporate into estimates
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and operations to ensure alignment with shop capabilities and capacity
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes
• Track awarded jobs by comparing estimated vs. actual costs and lead times to improve accuracy
• Monitor and analyze KPIs such as quote turnaround time and win rates to drive continuous improvement
• Maintain accurate records of quotes while ensuring confidentiality of customer and company data

What We’re Looking For

• 3–5+ years of hands-on CNC machining experience (setup and/or programming)
• Experience with ERP/estimating systems and CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, Mastercam)
• Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling, and materials
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and GD&T with a high level of accuracy
• Experience factoring in material lead times, supply chain constraints, and cost fluctuations
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple quotes under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams

Additional Requirements

• Pre-employment drug screening required

Why FK Instrument

• Growing company with strong investment and opportunity for impact
• Collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Work on complex, high-precision components across industries
• Opportunity to directly influence business growth and success

FK Instrument Co, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Position Summary: Plans, directs, and coordinates the work activities and resources necessary for manufacturing products in accordance with cost, quality, and quantity specification. Reviews processing schedules or production orders to make decisions concerning inventory requirements, staffing requirements, work procedures, or duty assignments, considering budgetary limitations and time constraints. Supervises the daily operation of a machine shop, repair/fabrication facility and electronic or mechanical assembly personnel in the repair and/or manufacturing of mechanical systems, fabrication of engineering models and assemblies, electronic or other hardware in accordance with engineering specifications, quality requirements, within cost/budget restraints and on schedule. Ensures continuous efficient production in desired quantity and quality. Assures that there are adequate materials, supplies, tools, and equipment. Monitors work in process to ensure efficient flow. Assist in determining manpower and skills needed so those schedules are maintained. Reviews operations and confers with technical or administrative staff to resolve production or processing problems. Coordinates or recommends procedures for facility or equipment maintenance or modification, including the replacement of machines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain departmental day-to-day production activities, monitor and prioritize workflow and schedules.
• Supervise production staff and give technical direction.
• Assist in hiring, training and reviewing performance of staff.
• Ensure product is in compliance with customer standards and ensure fulfillment goals.
• Ensure the safe use of equipment and schedule regular maintenance.
• Check production output according to specifications.
• Submit reports on performance and progress.
• Coordinates and monitors manufacturing projects from initiation through delivery.
• Identifies and allocates project resources.
• Ensures projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Resolves issues and contributes to the business unit/area development.
• Monitors and maintains department productivity and budgets.
• Ensure effective employee relations. Provide employee coaching and development. Makes employment decisions. Resolve employee issues through problem resolution.
• Balance quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas. Work to continuously improve in all areas.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Experience and Education:
• 5-7 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Technical Skills:
• Excellent attention to detail
• Knowledge in a variety of mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines
• Knowledge of location and proper use of maintenance/facilities, tooling, supplies and equipment
• Able to read and interpret schematics and blue prints
• Comfortable operating heavy equipment and power tools
• Forklift certification
• Mastery of basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions)
• Problem solving abilities
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, etc.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills to get along with co-workers and be a team player
• Understand and obey safety requirements
• Commitment to keep work area clean and free of debris
• Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50lbs or more
• Frequently required to handle; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl
• Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, as well as reach with hands and arms for extended periods of time to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervision is usually limited to a small function or a subset of a function (unit, section, etc.).
• The functional activities are not complex and the impact of decisions on business operations are minimal.
• Supervision is usually partial or part-time, typically restricted to assigning work and directing efforts or restricted to assigning and checking work and providing technical guidance.
• Little or no responsibility for employment decisions.

Travel Required: Occasional

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitude, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety to themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship.

Affirmative Action/Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: ALIGN PRECISION is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We are committed to creating a workplace where all qualified individuals are welcome and can thrive, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law.