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Position Summary

The Materials Manager is responsible for planning, purchasing, inventory control, and material flow to support production in a heavy metal fabrication, generator enclosures and related components space. This role ensures the timely availability of raw materials, fabricated components and purchased parts while maintaining optimal inventory levels, controlling costs, formulating production schedules and supporting on-time delivery to customers.

The Materials Manager works closely with production, engineering, quality and suppliers to ensure materials meet specifications and are available to support fabrication, welding, machining, finishing and assembly operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Material Planning & Production Support

• Develop and manage material requirements to support production schedules for generator enclosures and heavy fabricated assemblies.
• Coordinate with production planning and scheduling to ensure material availability aligns with manufacturing demand.
• Monitor material shortages and implement corrective actions to prevent production delays.
• Manage systems to maintain accurate demand forecasts and inventory levels.

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Oversee purchasing of raw materials including steel sheet, plate, structural components, hardware, electrical components and outsourced fabrication services.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing, reliable delivery and consistent quality.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery schedules with key suppliers.

Scheduling & Material Flow

• Oversee warehouse operations including receiving, material handling, storage and internal distribution to production.
• Ensure efficient movement of materials through fabrication, welding, finishing and assembly processes.
• Implement best practices for material staging and kitting to support manufacturing efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety and material handling standards.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams on material specifications and supplier qualification.
• Support new product introductions and engineering changes affecting material requirements.
• Work with finance to manage inventory valuation and cost control initiatives.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and implement improvements in material flow, supplier performance, and inventory management.
• Support lean manufacturing initiatives and waste reduction efforts.
• Track and report key performance metrics such as inventory turns, supplier on-time delivery, and material availability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business or related experience.
• 5+ years of experience in materials management, purchasing, or supply chain leadership in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in metal fabrication, heavy manufacturing, or industrial equipment manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems, inventory control, and production planning.
• Experience sourcing raw metals, fabricated components, and industrial parts.
• Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Experience supporting fabrication processes such as laser cutting, forming, welding, machining, paint and assembly.

We’re looking for a hands-on, people-focused Process Engineering Manager to lead our Process Engineering team and elevate manufacturing performance to the next level. In this high-visibility role, you’ll directly manage and develop a team of four process engineers while driving improvements in productivity, quality, capacity, and safety.

You’ll play a critical role in shaping the plant’s operational and strategic direction, using advanced manufacturing technologies to support new product and material development. If you thrive on solving complex problems, leading teams, and seeing your ideas come to life on the production floor—this role was built for you.

What You’ll Do

• Lead process engineering initiatives that improve productivity, quality, and operational efficiency
• Drive continuous improvement using data, best practices, and structured problem-solving
• Plan, forecast, and execute projects using strong project management discipline
• Champion a culture of safety, health, and environmental excellence
• Recruit, coach, and develop engineering talent to build a high-performing, engaged team
• Manage multiple complex priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Develop and maintain annual capital plans and oversee capital project execution
• Establish and maintain process standards, procedures, and specifications to ensure consistent, high-quality output

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• 7–10 years of experience in manufacturing, process improvement, and engineering leadership
• A proven track record of leading projects and delivering measurable results
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a passion for developing people
• A results-driven mindset with the ability to thrive in a high-performance environment
• Solid business and financial acumen with a focus on bottom-line impact

The Environment

• Approximately 70% of your time on the production floor, staying close to the work and the team
• Exposure to hot and humid manufacturing conditions—because real leadership shows up where it matters most

Why Prysmian?

Because here, you’re not just improving processes—you’re building the future of global infrastructure. You’ll lead, innovate, and grow in a company that values ownership, collaboration, and making a lasting impact.

Senior Project Manager – Process Mechanical (Raleigh, NC)

Supporting a full-service industrial contractor specializing in mechanical, hygienic piping, HVAC, and electrical/instrumentation trades serving life sciences, advanced manufacturing, and food & beverage industries from design through execution, while prioritizing safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to join the Process team in Raleigh, NC. This role offers an entrepreneurial environment where your leadership drives the success of multiple, large-scale projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Manage fabrication and installation of process piping, utility piping, HVAC, plumbing, structural steel, equipment setting, and medical gas systems.
• Champion safety and enforce standards in healthcare, industrial, and bio-pharma environments.
• Review estimates and establish job costing systems for labor, materials, and subcontractors.
• Negotiate and manage vendor/subcontractor agreements; ensure compliance with contract specifications.
• Conduct monthly cost reviews and progress reports to ensure projects stay on time and on budget.
• Build strong relationships with clients, general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams.
• Oversee all aspects of project planning and execution, including pre-planning meetings, scheduling, site visits, quality control, cost tracking, and change management.
• Troubleshoot installation issues and maintain client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience in process mechanical subcontracting (process piping, HVAC, plumbing, structural steel, equipment setting).
• Proven success managing projects of $5M or more.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or equivalent experience.
• Strong planning, organizational, and technical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.
• Creative problem-solving and root cause analysis capabilities.
• Ability to travel approximately 30% per month.

Benefits

• Professional development and continuous learning
• 401(k)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)

Sr. Production Control & Material Operations Manager

**Relocation assistance available

About the Role

We are seeking a Sr. Production Control & Material Operations Manager to lead the coordination, movement, and control of materials throughout a high volume manufacturing facility in the Warsaw, IN area. The successful candidate in this role will oversee production scheduling support, inventory management, inbound material flow, internal logistics, and service parts operations.

The ideal candidate is a hands on leader who thrives in fast moving environments, maintains strong process discipline, and ensures that materials consistently support production requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day to day material operations, including inventory accuracy, kitting, lineside delivery, warehouse coordination, and service parts fulfillment.
• Lead and develop material operations staff, 3PL partners, and service parts team members while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.
• Ensure all material handling and logistics processes follow safety, quality, and compliance standards.
• Partner with production planning and engineering groups to ensure layouts, equipment, and processes support efficient material flow and throughput.
• Provide timely feedback to planning teams regarding material availability, supplier performance, and schedule impacts.
• Work closely with logistics, receiving, and suppliers to resolve shortages, delays, and discrepancies before they affect production.
• Facilitate daily tier meetings and drive prompt issue resolution to support production stability and takt adherence.
• Maintain BOM accuracy, support incoming inspection activities, and oversee incorporation of engineering changes affecting material flow.
• Collaborate with IT and planning teams to uphold ERP/MRP data integrity and ensure reliable communication between warehouse and shop floor systems.
• Monitor and optimize KPIs such as inventory accuracy, dock to stock time, line shortages, cycle counts, and material handling efficiency.
• Lead material flow improvements, strengthen inventory control practices, and support plant wide continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing, automotive operations, production control, or materials management.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, FUUZ, or similar) and MES integration.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in fast paced production environments.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem solving abilities.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, JIT, Kanban, and process improvement.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or comparable quality management systems.

Apply today for immediate consideration. Qualified candidates will be contacted upon resume review.

Zing Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace

RRD is a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions that elevate engagement across the complete customer journey. The company offers the industry's most trusted portfolio of creative execution and world-wide business process consulting, with services designed to lower environmental impact. With 22,000 clients, including 93% of the Fortune 100, and 32,000 employees across 28 countries, RRD brings the expertise, execution, and scale designed to transform customer touchpoints into meaningful moments of impact.

Stern Ave, Labels Plant

Responsibilities:

• May feed, remove, flex, jog, and stack printed sheets, folded signatures, labels or other in-process product to and from the equipment in the area assigned
• Load and unloads materials onto pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand
• May load materials into trucks and installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit, using hand tools
• Conveys materials from storage or work sites to designated area, using hand truck, electric dolly, or other device
• Counts, weighs, and records number of units of materials moved or handled on daily production sheet
• Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information on cases, bales, or other containers
• Stacks or assembles materials into bundles and bands bundles together, using banding machine and clincher May occasionally use automated equipment and/or operate industrial truck or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and products

• Basic knowledge of general warehouse layout, item identification codes, basic knowledge of warehouse procedures and familiarity with the storage areas in order to be able to place or pull paper stock, signatures and materials in accordance with standard procedures
• Able to stock, move, arrange, and rotate items in accordance with operating instructions or under guidance of a higher level employee
• Basic knowledge of shrink-wrap equipment
• Able to complete appropriate forms relating to stock description, quantity, unit of issue, and the labeling requirements for incoming and outgoing materials
• Basic skill in the use of shrink-wrap or strapping equipment, manual dollies, pallet jacks, carts or hand trucks and hand tools used in material handling tasks such as hammers, pliers, strapping and stretch wrapping tools and equipment, tape fasteners, metal band sheers and related equipment

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

RRD is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans

ABC Supply is the nation's largest wholesale distributor of exterior and interior building materials. Delivery Material Handlers at ABC assist in the safe and accurate delivery of materials from the warehouse to each job site location. They unload orders according to customer specifications with the help of various delivery equipment, including truck-mounted forklifts. Delivery Material Handlers specialize in ground and/or rooftop deliveries. For rooftop deliveries, you will physically work on rooftops to complete the job.

ABC Supply is proud to be an employee-first company. In fact, we have won the Gallup Great Workplace Award every year since its inception in 2007, and Glassdoor has named us one of the best places to work in the country. Be part of a company that recognizes your talents, rewards your efforts, and helps you reach your full potential. At ABC Supply, we have YOUR future covered.

• Loading and unloading delivery vehicles
• Assisting with loading products onto rooftops
• Assisting in maneuvering delivery vehicles
• Delivering product in non-CDL required vehicles
• Providing superior customer service
• Double checking all loads for accuracy and ensuring that they are thoroughly secured for delivery
• Providing warehouse support as needed
• Responsibilities may include assisting with delivery of materials to customers or jobsites and delivery functions including unloading and staging of product at jobsites as assigned
• Performing all duties safely

• Ability to lift 75-100 lbs consistently
• Ability to stand, bend, twist, and climb ladders throughout complete shift
• Forklift experience preferred
• Ability and willingness to work on rooftops
• Positive attitude and team player
• Adhering to all safety policies, including wearing safety harness and other required equipment

• Health, dental, and vision coverage - eligible after 60 days, low out of pocket
• 401(k) with generous company match - eligible after 60 days, immediately vested
• Employer paid employee assistance program
• Employer paid short term and long term disability
• Employer paid life insurance
• Flex spending
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick days
• Paid holidays

Pay Rate Information

$24 - 25 per hour. Based on experience & qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace

ABC Supply values diversity and we actively encourage women, minorities, and veterans to apply.

ABC Supply is the nation's largest wholesale distributor of exterior and interior building materials. Warehouse Material Handlers/Roof Loaders at ABC assist in the safe and accurate delivery of materials from the warehouse to each job site location. They unload orders according to customer specifications with the help of various delivery equipment, including truck-mounted forklifts. Delivery Material Handlers specialize in ground and/or rooftop deliveries. For rooftop deliveries, you will physically work on rooftops to complete the job.

ABC Supply is proud to be an employee-first company. In fact, we have won the Gallup Great Workplace Award every year since its inception in 2007, and Glassdoor has named us one of the best places to work in the country. Be part of a company that recognizes your talents, rewards your efforts, and helps you reach your full potential. At ABC Supply, we have YOUR future covered.

• Loading and unloading delivery vehicles
• Assisting with loading products onto rooftops
• Assisting in maneuvering delivery vehicles
• Delivering product in non-CDL required vehicles
• Providing superior customer service
• Double checking all loads for accuracy and ensuring that they are thoroughly secured for delivery
• Providing warehouse support as needed
• Responsibilities may include assisting with delivery of materials to customers or jobsites and delivery functions including unloading and staging of product at jobsites as assigned
• Performing all duties safely

• Ability to lift 75-100 lbs consistently
• Ability to stand, bend, twist, and climb ladders throughout complete shift
• Forklift experience preferred
• Ability and willingness to work on rooftops
• Positive attitude and team player
• Adhering to all safety policies, including wearing safety harness and other required equipment

• Health, dental, and vision coverage - eligible after 60 days, low out of pocket
• 401(k) with generous company match - eligible after 60 days, immediately vested
• Employer paid employee assistance program
• Employer paid short term and long term disability
• Employer paid life insurance
• Flex spending
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick days
• Paid holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace

ABC Supply values diversity and we actively encourage women, minorities, and veterans to apply.

Schedule: Candidate will work 1st shift primarily. Shift Hours: 1st, 7:00am - 3:30pm

Interview Process: Two Rounds, first round phone screen, second round onsite panel interview

Note: Candidates must be compliant with DOD/ITAR requirements.

Responsibilities:

• The process technician level II will have a primary focus on plant logistic support. With this, the incumbent will have to come to our site and learn about our state-of-the-art glass making process and then assist us in creating routings for our process.
• This includes entering production information into our facility data system and maintaining other data sources as required.
• This position will involve the transportation of parts (making sure the parts are in the right location and move throughout the plant as planned).
• This will include making sure we have all the supplies needed to handle and move the parts within the plant and to our suppliers.
• Also this position will work with many engineers and scientists to understand the new product flows throughout the plant so they can develop the new routes in our production system.

A full list of responsibilities that the process technician level II should work toward fulfilling includes supporting our day-to-day operations and process development for Trident product manufacturing including in order of most used skills on a day-to-day basis:

Plant Logistics Support:

• Routings: Enter Production Information into Facility Data System and Maintain Other Data Sources as Required.
• Transport Parts and Supplies.
• Maintain Inventory of Production Consumables and Parts.

Documentation:

• Support the Creation of SOS and SOPs.
• Revise and Refresh process documentation.

Lean Manufacturing:

• Support Initiatives to Optimize Manufacturing Processes (5S, Lean Principles).
• Engage in Information Sharing to Improve Overall Process.

Product Inspection Support:

• Perform Metrology Measurements as Needed.
• Support A-LIIST Metrology When necessary.
• Inspect Other Quality Metrics as Requested.

Equipment Support:

• New Equipment Installation and Qualification Support.
• New and Novel Methods for Operating Existing Equipment.

Preventative Maintenance:

• Identify PMs Needed for Equipment.
• Document PM Requirements.
• Perform PM as Appropriate.

Experiment Execution:

• Part Tracking
• Performing Experiments
• Equipment Set-up and Operation
• Data Recording
• Product Sampling
• Communication of Status, Issues, and Ideas

Education and Experience:

• BA degree preferred, Associate's or HS Diploma/GED with relevant experience - minimum required.
• 3-7 years preferred (5+ years desired), experience in supporting plant logistics including material supply.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & Outlook.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to complete assigned tasks.
• Experience with scheduling tools, navigating stakeholder and location availability.

Desired Skills:

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Exceptional attention to detail in data entry, documentation, scheduling, and reporting.
• Ability to anticipate needs, follow up on open items, and independently resolve routine issues.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills for interacting with engineers, leadership, vendors, and cross functional teams.

Maxonic maintains a close and long-term relationship with our direct client. In support of their needs, we are looking for a Component Engineer 4.

Job Description:

Job Title: Component Engineer 4

Job Type: Contract

Job Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Work Schedule: On-site

Pay Rate: $94 Based on experience.

DESCRIPTION:

Primary Function of the Position:

• Responsible for ensuring suppliers meet ISI requirements for quality, service, delivery, and cost. Drive suppliers to continuously improve business and manufacturing processes specifically related to wire harness and cable assembly.
• Evaluate and select suppliers within copper cables/harness industry. Guide Engineering in choosing suppliers for new products and providing DFM input to new designs. Supports both NPI and on-going production, monitors and works with suppliers to improve supplier performance. Executes detailed projects with suppliers to implement changes and improvements affecting quality, cost, capacity, risk, and sub-supplier management.

Essential Job Duties:

• Work with NPD to procure custom cables ensuring DFM to achieve quality and cost targets
• Support NPD with proto builds and track material readiness at Supplier Drive supplier root cause analysis for cable harness failures
• Mitigate risks and ensure supply continuity by evaluating capacity, lead times and quality issues
• Develop and maintain harness standards, specifications, and design guidelines.
• Work with Strategic Sourcing to evaluate new suppliers and new supplier manufacturing sites
• Complete project/ part qualification deliverables including Supplier pFMEA, Process Validations (IQ/OQ/PQ), Inspection Reports, Gage R&R, and Process Capability AnalysisWork with suppliers to execute cost reductions, capacity improvements, and risk mitigation.
• Select the right process and supplier for the part, considering long-term fit and total cost of ownership.
• Manage supplier changes including manufacturing process changes, production optimization, facility changes, new equipment qualification, and new line validations.
• Drive changes to ISI requirements as necessary by initiating and managing changes to specifications and drawings through the engineering change order process.
• Own and drive to closure supplier variances from symptom through root cause analysis to corrective action, including careful CAPA documentation.
• Effectively prioritize and advance multiple concurrent projects and tasks Clearly communicate project status to key stakeholders Build, own, and relentlessly pursue a vision for developing suppliers.
• Understand proper level of documentation detail for tracking of actions and justification of decisions.
• Generate key metrics for the team and suppliers and continually drive for timely achievement of those metrics.
• Drive suppliers to continually improve their business and manufacturing process performance to meet requirements for supplier excellence using a collection of best practices in project management, Six Sigma, Lean, SPC and negotiation. Lead these efforts without managerial guidance at several suppliers simultaneously.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions for supplier process by driving supplier’s investigations and root cause analysis.
• Provide effective and timely supply base information and recommendation to management by creating and delivering data-driven supply base information to any level of management at ISI with little or no guidance.
• Prepare and deliver supplier communications as required by independently working with suppliers on scorecard creation.
• Work with suppliers and ISI engineering for the new product introduction to: Create product supplier landscapes to determine launch readiness and report to management.
• Develop supplier ramp readiness plans by judging business risk based on forecast, supplier capacity, quality performance, and process capability.
• DFM by engaging suppliers early in development cycle to feedback manufacturability improvements in the designs prior to production.
• Influence and guide Engineering in choosing suppliers by determining selection criteria for preferred suppliers and leading the team effort to evaluate preferred suppliers.
• Review, analyze and close customer complaints, manufacturing variance requests, and first article inspections by judging risk analyses and justifications.

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 7 years related experience with an BS Engineering degree or 5 years’ experience with MS in Engineering.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presentations to executive level management.
• Excellent Interpersonal skills and team building skills.
• A proven history of implementing Lean/6 Sigma/SPC Programs at suppliers.
• Excellent Project Management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills along with good judgment.
• Demonstrable knowledge in evaluating and challenging supplier technical, quality, and business capabilities.
• Demonstrable knowledge of a wide range of manufacturing processes including understanding of key input variables for quality, cost, and capacity (Specialization can be in cable assembly, wire cutting, termination, crimping, Soldering, overmold)

Working Conditions

• Ability to travel to suppliers on an as-needed basis – domestic and international.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 4-7 years of engineering experience in cable assembly, wire harness production, or electromechanical manufacturing.
• The ideal Candidate possesses broad and deep hands-on cable assembly experience along with wire cutting, stripping, crimping, soldering,

About Maxonic:

Since 2002 Maxonic has been at the forefront of connecting candidate strengths to client challenges. Our award winning, dedicated team of recruiting professionals are specialized by technology, are great listeners, and will seek to find a position that meets the long-term career needs of our candidates. We take pride in the over 10,000 candidates that we have placed, and the repeat business that we earn from our satisfied clients.

Interested in Applying?

Please apply with your most current resume. Feel free to contact Manish Rajput ( /(4 for more details.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

· Support the execution of the Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation activities for our new Vial Filling system (e.g., washing/depyrogenation, aseptic filling, isolator/VPHP, glove integrity testers, environmental monitoring systems), including SAT, IQ/OQ, PQ, and Aseptic Process Simulation.

· Management of Equipment Vendors, including project execution, on-site maintenance and calibration visits, vendor-supplied training of operation and maintenance staff, management of continuous improvement projects, and spare parts criticality assessments.

· Responsible for delivering cycle development for the process including VPHP cycles for Isolator & transport systems, and preparation of required GMP documentation for filling process and recipes.

· Support the establishment of an electronic batch record system for filler and isolator setup, operation, and changeover.

· Support the transition from project to sustaining manufacturing and the ramp-up of production volumes in the future by improving equipment reliability through Continuous Improvement and TPM processes.

· Coordinate technical deliverables within the Aseptic Operations team to support successful process and product launches.

· Lead and participate in cross-functional groups to investigate and resolve technical issues, drive continuous improvement, and process optimization using tools such as DMAIC and FMEA.

· Manage change in the Vial Filling and/or Nest Filling areas as per site change control procedures.

· Participate in regulatory inspections e.g. FDA, DEA inspections as a Subject Matter Expert (SME).

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

· Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Materials Science, Biology, or related discipline.

· Minimum 4+ years working in a cGMP environment, i.e. pharmaceutical.

· Exposure to parenteral processing equipment and operations, including formulation, filling, visual inspection, and packaging equipment.

· Front-line support of aseptic filling equipment and/or barrier systems, e.g. isolator or RABS.

· Demonstrated ability to solve technical problems and implement projects.

· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across various levels of the organization.

· Strong Mechanical Aptitude.

· Interact with other functions (e.g. Manufacturing, Automation, Quality Assurance, R&D) and must be able to take ownership of and follow through on assigned projects.

· Ability to execute on-the-floor activities such as FAT, SAT, IQ/OQ, and Engineering batches.

· Willingness to adapt to changing priorities as project demands change.

· Ability to explain complex technical issues to external customers/agencies.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

· SME-level knowledge of high-speed aseptic filling and barrier system technology (isolator, RABS).

· Expertise in single-use components in drug product formulation, sterile filtration, and aseptic filling applications.

· Demonstrated management and delivery of large capital projects ($1MM +).

· Experience with greenfield facility Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) and production startup desired.