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CNC/Finish Lathe Machinists - 1st & 2nd shift

Erie Forge and Steel, Inc. has an immediate opening for an experienced CNC/Finish Lathe Machinists for 1st & 2nd shift. Applicants must possess good math skills and the ability to read blueprints.

Benefits include:

Medical Insurance with RX coverage (low deductible)

Dental Insurance

Shift Differential (2nd & 3rd shift)

Profit Sharing

Paid Vacation & Holiday

Short Term Disability (Co. paid)

Life Insurance (Co. paid)

EVP, Head of Operations, Planning, and Execution

Lion Forge Entertainment

A Growth-Stage Entertainment & IP Development and Production Company

Reports To: President & Chief Content Officer, CEO, and Board of Directors

Location: West Los Angeles, CA (or as applicable)

The Opportunity

Lion Forge Entertainment (LFE) is a scaling entertainment studio and IP platform company focused on building enduring franchises across film, television, animation, digital media, consumer products, and emerging formats.  LFE is a portfolio company of Polarity, an entertainment holding company, and Harbourview Equity Partners. As the Company enters its next phase of growth, it seeks an EVP, Head of Operations, to oversee operations and support amplified production and development, diversified revenue streams, and disciplined capital deployment.

Role Overview

The EVP will enhance and lead the Company’s enterprise infrastructure during a period of accelerated expansion. This includes implementing scalable systems, strengthening talent and organizational architecture, instilling financial discipline, and driving cross-functional alignment across development, production, distribution, licensing, and related business lines.  As LFE is a lean team, this role requires someone who can both negotiate sophisticated entertainment deals and manage day–to–day operational execution.

The ideal candidate is an industry forward-thinking leader who combines deep Hollywood operating experience with an entrepreneurial mindset. They are comfortable building and refining processes in real time, anticipate shifts in the media landscape, and proactively position the organization to compete in a rapidly evolving content ecosystem.  This executive brings both structural discipline and innovative thinking, enabling creative ambition to translate into durable enterprise value.

Core Responsibilities

Enterprise Building & Scale

·        Augment and implement the Company’s operating infrastructure to support multi-project and multi-platform growth.

·        Enhance internal reporting systems and KPIs to drive accountability and performance visibility.

·        Lead cross-functional integrations including new business lines, acquisitions, or partnerships if/when added.

Develop business plans to support new opportunities (Verticals, YouTube, etc.) including financial analysis, opportunity scoping, etc.

Financial Strategy & Capital Stewardship

·        Partner with Polarity CFO to oversee finance, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and capital allocation. 

·        Implement disciplined greenlight processes and reporting frameworks.

·        Partner with leadership and the Board on financing structures, investor engagement, and long-range capital strategy.

Operational Partnership with Creative Leadership

·        Translate content strategy into operational execution plans.

·        Align production calendars, staffing models, and vendor relationships with content volume targets.

·        Balance entrepreneurial agility with risk management discipline.

·        Serve as execution partner to creative leadership.

Organizational Design & Talent Infrastructure

·        Collaborate with Polarity, company leadership and board to develop and scale high-performing teams across Company’s operational verticals.

·        Implement performance management systems appropriate for a creative yet growth-oriented culture.

·        Collaborate with company President to foster a mission-aligned culture that supports both creative excellence and operational rigor.

Cross-Functional & External Coordination

·        Partner closely with Legal on rights management, guild compliance, contracts, and risk mitigation.

·        Coordinate with development and production leadership to ensure schedule, budget, and delivery alignment.

·        Support licensing, distribution, and consumer products initiatives from an operational standpoint.

Board Engagement & Governance

·        Position will collaborate with Polarity, board, and designated investor leads to enable smooth oversight and governance.

·        Provide clear, data-driven reporting to the Board of Directors.

·        Present operating plans, financial results, and enterprise risks with transparency and discipline.

·        Support governance best practices suitable for a company scaling toward institutional capital or strategic liquidity events.

Qualifications

·        10 to 15 years of progressive leadership experience within the entertainment and media industry, including meaningful exposure to production environments in Hollywood.

·        Demonstrated experience in a scaling studio, IP-driven business, or multi-platform content company.

·        Proven ability to build operational systems and teams in high-growth environments.

·        Strong financial acumen, including production finance, portfolio management, and capital planning.

·        Strong knowledge of film and television deal structures

·        Experience working directly with boards, investors, or institutional partners.

·        Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort operating in ambiguity and rapid change.

·        JD or MBA preferred

Ideal Candidate

·        Strategic but highly execution-oriented

·        Comfortable managing both deals and internal operations. Isn’t afraid of the “high” and the “low” aspects of the position.

·        Strong relationships across agencies, studios, and production partners.

·        High credibility with both creative executives and financial stakeholders.

·        Highly organized and detail-oriented

Leadership Profile

The ideal candidate is a builder. They are equally comfortable in a production meeting, a boardroom, or a capital planning session. They bring discipline without bureaucracy, structure without stifling creativity, and urgency without sacrificing judgment.

They are motivated by the opportunity to help build a durable, IP-driven entertainment platform capable of generating long-term franchise value.

Compensation

·        Competitive salary and bonus

·        Potential equity awards as appropriate

Benefits package

• Pay Rate: Drivers make $65,000 to $95,000.
• Sign-on bonus: Up to $10,000 depending on experience.
• Pay Structure: Hourly, Miles, Stops, and Cases.
• Route schedules will vary.
• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid holidays: earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

• Inspect tractor-trailer for defects pre/post trip and submit DOT inspection report indicating condition.
• Inspect bill of lading and store keys for accuracy in off-hour delivery.
• Drive tractor-trailer to destination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and skill in maneuvering vehicle on the road and on customer premises.
• Maintain driver log (Manual or Peoplenet) according to DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions.
• Unload trailer, delivering product into customer premises.
• Other duties as assigned.

• At least 21 years of age
• Valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL-A)
• At least 1 year or 50,000 verifiable miles of tractor-trailer driving experience
• Must meet McLane's MVR and risk rating qualifications
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

• Safety-focused
• Reliable
• Adaptable
• Dedicated

• Pay Rate: Driver average $90,000 to $95,000 per year.
• Top Drivers can earn $100,000+ per year.
• $7,500 CDL-A Driver Retention Bonus.
• $3,000 CDL-A Driver Referral Bonus.
• Pay Structure: Hours, Miles, Cases, and Stops.
• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid holidays: earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

• Inspect tractor-trailer for defects pre/post trip and submit DOT inspection report indicating condition.
• Inspect bill of lading and store keys for accuracy in off-hour delivery.
• Drive tractor-trailer to destination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and skill in maneuvering vehicle on the road and on customer premises.
• Maintain driver log (Manual or Peoplenet) according to DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions.
• Unload trailer, delivering product into customer premises.
• Other duties as assigned.

• At least 21 years of age
• Valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL-A)
• At least 1 year or 50,000 verifiable miles of tractor-trailer driving experience
• Must meet McLane's MVR and risk rating qualifications
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

• Safety-focused
• Reliable
• Adaptable
• Dedicated

• Pay Rate: Drivers make $75,000-100,000.
• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid holidays: earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

• Inspect tractor-trailer for defects pre/post trip and submit DOT inspection report indicating condition.
• Inspect bill of lading and store keys for accuracy in off-hour delivery.
• Drive tractor-trailer to destination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and skill in maneuvering vehicle on the road and on customer premises.
• Maintain driver log (Manual or Peoplenet) according to DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions.
• Unload trailer, delivering product into customer premises.
• Other duties as assigned.

• At least 21 years of age
• Valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL-A)
• At least 1 year or 50,000 verifiable miles of tractor-trailer driving experience
• Must meet McLane's MVR and risk rating qualifications
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

• Safety-focused
• Reliable
• Adaptable
• Dedicated

• Pay Rate: Drivers make $90,000 to $95,000 per year after training.
• Pay Rate while in training: 21.00 an hour.
• $5,000 CDL-A Trainee Retention Bonus.
• Pay Structure: Hours, Miles, Cases, and Stops.
• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid holidays, earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

• Maneuver tractor into position to attach trailer and handle lines to secure.
• Operates truck in a safe manner in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
• Inspect tractor-trailer equipment for defects pre/post trip and submit DOT inspection report indicating condition.
• Operates Driver Delivery Handheld (DDH), document delivery receipts/product temperatures and exceptions. Inspects trailer to ensure product is secure for undamaged transport of product.
• Rides and trains with Driver Trainer of tractor-trailer to various destinations, gaining knowledge of commercial driving regulations and observing the Driver's skill in starting engine properly, approaching intersections, making turns, backing, parking, and maneuvering vehicle on the road and on customer premises.
• Maintain driver log (Manual or PeopleNet) according to DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions.
• Assists the Driver in unloading trailer and delivering product into customer premises.
• Provides customer service including on-time delivery of undamaged product, product returns and issuing valid customer credits.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Possess a Class A CDL.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Meet eligibility requirements in the McLane Transfer and Promotion Policy.
• Ability and willingness to select/load/unload and/or deliver ALL products that may be ordered by McLane customers.
• Read and comprehend labels, instructions, and bills of lading.
• Perform mathematical calculations to verify quantities of product.
• Communicate with customers, management, and other teammates.
• Safely drive a tractor-trailer, use a 2-wheeled dolly, ramp, and on board PeopleNet devices.
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

• Safety-focused
• Reliable
• Adaptable
• Dedicated

• This role is also eligible to participate in the annual incentive plan with a target incentive of XX% of your base annual salary.
• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company-paid life insurance
• Paid time off begins day one.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

• Manage budgets for building and repair, maintenance, supplies, third-party support and spare parts inventory.
• Maintain adequate on-hand inventory supplies to support sortation system. Monitor expenses and purchase actions.
• Obtain quotes to build strong vendor relationships. Ensure the best cost is being provided.
• Utilize maintenance connection to optimize asset utilization through scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Understand all profibus connections and repeaters within the sortation system.
• Identify, prioritize, and coordinate the daily activities of technicians.
• Manage the department to achieve desired results in productivity, teamwork, safety and task proficiency.
• Maintain proper staffing, required training and certifications.
• Work nights and weekends if critical system failures occur.
• Ensure the training and development of the team on all technical aspects of DC maintenance including conveyor, HVAC, ammonia refrigeration and building support systems.
• Monitor expenses by function and equipment type.
• Provide hands on repairs and preventative maintenance to DC systems as required.
• Monitor and maintain safety processes to keep the division in compliance with all federal, state and local regulations.
• Perform other duties assigned

• Have a 4-year degree or equivalent professional training and experience in an industrial maintenance discipline.
• Have demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities, including assertiveness, organization, enthusiasm, decisiveness, planning, confidence and accountability.
• Have strong technical working knowledge of electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, ammonia, energy management, MHE and conveyor systems.
• Have computer skills including Windows, maintenance database programs and Maintenance Connection.
• Have a working knowledge of PLC's, high and low voltage systems, including 480V three-phase, and computer controlled automation.
• Be able to work safely with potentially harmful chemicals, solvents and components.
• Have ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Maintain a flexible work schedule to meet the changing needs of the job.
• Be able to read and interpret schematics, diagrams, blueprints and CAD. This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a
  
  level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

• Teamwork oriented
• Organized
• Problem solver
• Detailed

• Pay Rate: Drivers make up to $104,000.
• Sign-on bonus: Up to $10,000, depending on experience.
• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid holidays: earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

• Inspect tractor-trailer for defects pre/post trip and submit DOT inspection report indicating condition.
• Inspect bill of lading and store keys for accuracy in off-hour delivery.
• Drive tractor-trailer to destination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and skill in maneuvering vehicle on the road and on customer premises.
• Maintain driver log (Manual or Peoplenet) according to DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions.
• Unload trailer, delivering product into customer premises.
• Other duties as assigned.

• At least 21 years of age
• Valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL-A)
• At least 1 year or 50,000 verifiable miles of tractor-trailer driving experience
• Must meet McLane's MVR and risk rating qualifications
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

• Safety-focused
• Reliable
• Adaptable
• Dedicated

• Average Pay: $80,000.
• Sign-on bonus: Up to $10,000 for qualified candidates, depending on experience.
• 3rd shift-overnight
• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid holidays: earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

• Inspect tractor-trailer for defects pre/post trip and submit DOT inspection report indicating condition.
• Inspect bill of lading and store keys for accuracy in off-hour delivery.
• Drive tractor-trailer to destination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and skill in maneuvering vehicle on the road and on customer premises.
• Maintain driver log (Manual or Peoplenet) according to DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions.
• Unload trailer, delivering product into customer premises.
• Other duties as assigned.

• At least 21 years of age
• Valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL-A)
• At least 1 year or 50,000 verifiable miles of tractor-trailer driving experience
• Must meet McLane's MVR and risk rating qualifications
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

• Safety-focused
• Reliable
• Adaptable
• Dedicated

• Average Pay: $80,000.
• Sign-on bonus: Up to $10,000 for qualified candidates, depending on experience.
• 3rd shift-overnight
• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid holidays: earn vacation time, and sick leave accrual from day one.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.
• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

• Inspect tractor-trailer for defects pre/post trip and submit DOT inspection report indicating condition.
• Inspect bill of lading and store keys for accuracy in off-hour delivery.
• Drive tractor-trailer to destination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and skill in maneuvering vehicle on the road and on customer premises.
• Maintain driver log (Manual or Peoplenet) according to DOT regulations, documenting delivery receipt, product temperatures and exceptions.
• Unload trailer, delivering product into customer premises.
• Other duties as assigned.

• At least 21 years of age
• Valid Class A commercial driver's license (CDL-A)
• At least 1 year or 50,000 verifiable miles of tractor-trailer driving experience
• Must meet McLane's MVR and risk rating qualifications
• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

• Safety-focused
• Reliable
• Adaptable
• Dedicated