Milwaukee Job Listings

Details: The Electrical Engineer III designs electrical and control systems for leading edge packaging equipment for customers in the food and consumer goods industries. Primary responsibilities include: Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned: Researches, designs, and evaluates electrical/electronic equipment, processes, and systems applying knowledge of engineering principles. Designs from conceptions to commercialization complex electrical systems, equipment or processes. Specifies components or directly modifies product to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications. Provides technical assistance and support to manufacturing, sales, service, or purchasing as directed. Conducts in house quality control checks and checkouts equipment prior to shipment. Reads and interprets technical drawings, schematics, process flow diagrams, and computer generated reports. Conducts root cause analysis and implements changes as directed. Troubleshoots performance issues in the field, in conjunction with field service and the customer technical representatives Works with minimum of supervision and manages medium to complex level design tasks and projects. Assures KHS USA, Inc. process and procedures are followed throughout the design phase. Performs all duties of an Electrical Designer as required. The employee is required to travel up to 30% of the time using various forms of public transportation including airlines.

Details: Kelly Engineering Resources has an exciting opportunity for a Verification Test Engineer in Wauwatosa, WI. The Verification Engineer is responsible for verifying software and hardware for a medical product used to diagnose and treat coronary heart disease. Position will involve executing, updating and writing verification test procedures to test hardware and software, record software defects, record objective evidence of observed results, provide status updates, install lab equipment, calibrate lab equipment, etc. Required qualifications: BSEE/BSCS or equivalent Technical Degree is a must Experience as a Test Engineer is a must Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows technologies is a must. Excellent communication skills written and verbal is a must Detail oriented and meticulous worker is a must ?Good organizational skills in recording test results is a must ?Strong belief in quality compliance and following rules is a must ?Strong working experience on setting up lab test equipment and setting up PC and Servers and deploying software onto target systems ?Knowledge of testing medical products is strongly desired ?Knowledge of FDA regulations required to test medical products is strongly desired ?Mindset to want to find problems in the product and be able to clearly explain steps required to reproduce the problem ?Good interpersonal skills and ability to present information to other engineers ?Fast learner in tools and willing to learn ?DOORs knowledge is a plus ?ClearQuest knowledge is a plus ?Someone not easily distracted and that stays focused on the task at hand ?Knowledge of Test Automation and Electronic Test Execution of test procedures is a plus Why Kelly ® ? Kelly puts you in charge of your career, with access to cutting edge projects and technologies in industry leading organizations. Top companies throughout the world have trusted Kelly as a premier source of engineering talent and services since 1965. And engineering job seekers know Kelly as a firm with an unmatched reputation for quality, integrity and professionalism. Whether you seek the variety and flexibility of working on short term project engagements, or prefer contract-to-hire or direct hire placement with our clients, apply with Kelly to explore opportunities that suit your specific professional interests. About Kelly Services ® Kelly Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: KELYA, KELYB) is a leader in providing workforce solutions. Kelly ® offers a comprehensive array of outsourcing and consulting services as well as world-class staffing on a temporary, temporary-to-hire, and direct-hire basis. Serving clients around the globe, Kelly provided employment to more than 540,000 employees in 2013. Revenue in 2013 was $5.4 billion. Visit kellyservices.com and connect with us on Facebook , LinkedIn and Twitter . Download WorkWire ™ , a free career and employment resource iPad® app by Kelly Services. iPad is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.

Details: This Accounting Specialist job in Milwaukee seeks accounting professionals who can serve as trusted professional accounting advisors. PLease ensure you are proficient in the following: Prepare IRS Forms 1120-RIC, 8613, 1065 and Schedule K-1s along with any required state and local tax forms. Coordinate the distribution of necessary tax forms and supporting schedules to investors/partners. Prepare mutual fund taxable income calculations, including book-to-tax differences for fiscal and excise tax purposes (i.e. wash sales, 1256 adjustments, 988 adjustments, PFIC adjustments and others) and arrive at taxable income for hedge funds and investment partnerships. Calculate monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual federal, and, if applicable, state estimated tax payments. Calculate and prepare various federal and state miscellaneous withholdings tax liabilities and forms. Coordinate the preparation of Form 1099-MISC. Prepare income and capital gain/loss estimates, including book-to-tax differences as requested by client. Prepare dividend distribution calculations. Assist in monitoring fund compliance with IRS regulations. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting or Finance. CPA certification or candidate a plus. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. General understanding of legal, regulatory and accounting principles in investment management industry a plus. Flexibility with work hours as required to support client needs. Please email an updated resume and I will contact you soon. This position is a 4 month contract to hire, the starting pay for those first 4 months is $20/hour.

Details: Ref ID: 04600-120028 Classification: General Office Clerk Compensation: $10.14 to $11.74 per hour A non profit organization in the Milwaukee area is looking for an general office person to assist with a large scanning project. This person will be responsible for scanning files into an electronic data base. Much of the information in these files is stapled or paper clipped together, so these staples and paperclips will have to be removed, and then reapplied. This person will have to have strong attention to detail, and have the ability to stand for 8 hours per day. If you are interested in this role, please reach out to Office Team at 414-271-4003.

Details: The Network Manager will ensure the streamlined operation of the IT Department in alignment with the business objectives of the organization. Directs and coordinates development and production activities of computerized management information systems. JOB FUNCTIONS Consults with management to analyze computer system needs for management information and functional operations, to determine scope and priorities of projects, and to discuss system capacity and equipment acquisitions. Sets up and maintains basic network operations, including assembly of network hardware, and provides assistance to the network administrator. Performs network troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose common network problems. Upgrades network hardware and software components as required. Installs upgrades and configures network printing, directory structures, rights, and security, software and files services. Establishes network users, user environments, directories, and security for networks being installed. Installs and tests necessary software and hardware. Develops, implements, and monitors management information systems policies and controls to ensure data accuracy, security, and legal and regulatory compliance. Provides support to end users in the selection, procurement, usage, and maintenance of software programs and hardware. Manages computer operation scheduling, backup, storage, and retrieval functions. Reviews reports of computer and peripheral equipment production, malfunction, and maintenance to determine costs and impact, and address problems. Develops, maintains, and tests disaster recovery plans. Maintain compliance of all Company customs processes and procedures. Other Duties Assigned

Details: Job Responsibilities: Directs large-scale, complex projects often involving multiple internal and external constituents and matrix partners. Accountable party for defining, planning, orchestrating, and delivering assigned strategic projects, including all business, operational and Non IT deliverables. Manages all aspects of the project lifecycle and works with matrix business, corporate and IT partners to oversee all phases of the project, and to ensure that related project processes are completed as required (including, as applicable, change management, process management, transition to business/operations, system development, quality management, etc.). Within the context of the assigned project, responsible for building and sustaining the day-to-day relationships and communications (including project briefings) with stakeholders at various levels of the organization, including executive level, as well as other internal and external resources. Ensures end results are of the highest caliber with a clearly articulated scope and quantifiable business benefit. Ensures there is clear linkage between the business vision/context and the project scope and objectives. Chairs regular core team and key governance forums (e.g. Steering Committees, Operating Committees, Decision Forums) to review progress with key constituents. Represents the interests of the project or program in various project governance and inter-department forums. Rigorously manages scope to ensure commitments are achieved within agreed on time, cost, and quality parameters Defines and tracks project milestones while developing, maintaining, and reporting on an overall integrated delivery plan. Develops or ensures development of project artifacts including charter, integrated plan, resource plan, contingency plan, and related PM artifacts, while complying with applicable enterprise standards (e.g. Project Management, Risk, Audit, Compliance). Monitors and controls the project. Proposes recommendations and adjustments to the Accountable Executive and publishes periodic project status reports. Contributes to improve the best practices of the project management community within the Enterprise to help drive consistency, transparency and execution excellence on projects

Details: The Materials Manager directs and coordinates activities of personnel engaged in purchasing and distributing raw materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies or organization by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. JOB FUNCTIONS Directs the preparation of and issuance of purchase orders and change notices. Analyzes market and delivery conditions to determine present and future material availability and prepares market analysis reports. Reviews purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy. Arranges for disposal of surplus materials. Designs and develops systems and procedures to implement purchasing, production scheduling, inventory control and traffic which assures the availability of parts, materials and transportation for an uninterrupted flow of materials for production in accordance with “Just-in-time" delivery schedules, while maintaining minimum inventories. Formulates, establishes and administers plant purchasing procedures which are consistent with and supplement established corporate and division policies and procedures. Develops procedures and requirements for parts suppliers to improve timeliness of parts and materials delivery. Provides for the maintenance of purchased materials and supplies inventories to assure the availability of materials and parts required to fulfill the ongoing need for various parts. Sets guidelines and follow up with suppliers to improve the efficiency of suppliers to provide cost savings while maintaining the even flow of raw materials necessary to produce the finished product for our customer. Assists in the development of inventory budgets for the purpose of establishing acceptable inventory levels upon which performance can be measured and operating controls affected. Develops procedures to handle engineering changes during the model year for the plant, suppliers and customer to provide for orderly transition in the flow of materials and production. Assists as required in resolving this disposition of substandard or rejected materials. Ensures supplies are delivered on time to provide uninterrupted production and shipment of finished goods. Effectively adapt and implement computer technology in developing orderly manufacture and on-time delivery of the plant’s product. Maintains Bill of Material and databases to support manufacturing system software. Maintains inventory accuracy at 98% +. Utilizes and practices methods of continuous improvement. Directly supervises the team members in the Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Maintain compliance of all Company customs processes and procedures. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems Other Duties Assigned

Details: ITT Technical Institute is a leading provider of technology-oriented postsecondary degree programs designed to help students develop skills and knowledge they can use to pursue career opportunities in a variety of fields. At our more than 140 accredited ITT Technical Institutes located in approximately 39 states, we predominately provide career-focused degree programs of study in fields involving technology, criminal justice, business, and nursing to approximately 60,000 students. Today, we continue to execute our model, add new programs of study, and grow at a very rapid pace building new campus locations across the country. At ITT Tech we are committed to helping men and women develop the skills and knowledge to pursue many opportunities in fields involving technology, criminal justice, and business. An Admissions Representative identifies, interviews, and facilitates the enrollment of prospective students in a program of study offered by the school.

Details: I'm looking for a Quality Manager with experience setting-up AIB audits . Primary challenge is that this is a start-up facility with no systems in place. Degree required and at least 7 years related experience in the Food / Beverage industry. Competitive salary Local Candidates only, no relocation assistance available.

Details: Bradley Corporation, a world-class leader in the manufacturing of commercial plumbing fixtures and accessories, is seeking a dynamic professional to join our Sales team. SUMMARY Under guidance from the Director of Sales, the Business Development Manager – Commercial Accounts spearheads growth strategy by identifying growth opportunities, building new and existing business relationships, and developing sales goals. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Sales prospecting with the goal of specifying all Bradley product in the following primary construction markets: C-Store, Fast & Fast Casual Dining, Retail, and Hospitality. Direct and communicate sales distribution channel in accordance with owner, once products are specified. Provide strategic sales and resource planning for Advantage One Distribution with the Director of Sales and Customer Service Manager. Pursue and build business relationships, with existing and new accounts. Establish self as Lead sales person for designated sales targets, internally and externally. Build awareness and grow specifications of all relevant Bradley products within identified sales targets. Utilize and develop multi-media strategies to increase presence within key targets that include but are not limited to sales calls, webinars, e-blasts, and trade shows. Maintain sales forecasts, construction schedules, and scorecards for key targets. Utilize existing Bradley rep network to enhance sales effort. Identify new sales opportunities. Evaluate overall market potential for designated Bradley products. Utilize best in class Revit models to increase specifications. Other related duties and projects as required.

Details: Navistar International Corporation is a leading North American truck manufacturer with great products, strong market positions and best-in-class distribution. For 175 years we have had a 100% commitment to doing what it takes to satisfy our customers, and our commitment today is as strong as ever. We are rededicated to strengthening our core businesses. Our recent investments and product launches position us for success. It all starts with a comprehensive approach and a team effort from our employees. So we’re looking for exceptionally talented and results-oriented individuals to join us and deliver on our promises to our customers, dealers, employees and shareholders. Role and Responsibilities: Provides leadership for those involved in the development, design and optimization of one or more information technology and systems specifically for monitoring functions. This position will be responsible for building and launching a new operation’s based monitoring service. Specifically related to monitoring systems related to network, security, and applications. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, analysis, selection and modification of enterprise monitoring systems and applications. Provides direction for the effort required to protect the company’s data, tools and information systems. The job responsibilities may involve planning and coordinating all aspects of projects specific to their respective area of assignment. Also Utilizes subject matter knowledge of user group for practical application of system characteristics. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Lead and direct a team of technical resources Develop a new IT service from vision to operational status Direct involvement in the selection of monitoring tool sets Design and setup of monitoring functions Documentation and process design around monitoring functions Responsibilities Provides leadership for those involved in the development, design and optimization of one or more information technology and systems functions supporting company business processes and technical information systems platforms. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, analysis, selection and modification of enterprise systems, application software, installation of network hardware/software and database management, preparation of budgets, schedules and feasibility studies. Provides direction for the effort required to protect the company’s data, tools and information systems. May be involved in planning and coordinating all aspects of projects specific to their respective area of assignment. Utilizes subject matter knowledge of user group for practical application of system characteristics. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function. Basic Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of information systems/information technology experience At least 2 years of management experience OR At least 10 years of information systems/information technology At least 2 years of management experience Qualifications Qualified candidates, excluding current Navistar employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. Navistar does not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status) Desired Skills: Bachelor’s Degree preferred Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Strong technical writing/editing skills A strong understanding of IT monitoring products Experience with Opsview, Solarwinds, and Compuware software, desired Programming experience Ability to effectively cope with change and to handle ambiguity Experience developing a new IT service in the operations area Excellent time management skills – can organize and prioritize multiple projects and meet specific deadlines Ability to establish relationships and encourage cooperation between organizations Ability to grasp technical/mechanical concepts Ability to follow-up and drive for results/resolutions Customer Focused – is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers High level proficiency in MS Office with the ability to teach others to use these packages Work effectively in a team environment Competencies: Ethics and Navistar Values Positive Attitude Action Oriented Developing Direct Reports Functional/Technical Skills Problem Solving Managing Vision and Purpose Visit us at www.Navistar.com to discover more about our organization. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Future Rides On Us

Details: Navistar International Corporation is a leading North American truck manufacturer with great products, strong market positions and best-in-class distribution. For 175 years we have had a 100% commitment to doing what it takes to satisfy our customers, and our commitment today is as strong as ever. We are rededicated to strengthening our core businesses. Our recent investments and product launches position us for success. It all starts with a comprehensive approach and a team effort from our employees. So we’re looking for exceptionally talented and results-oriented individuals to join us and deliver on our promises to our customers, dealers, employees and shareholders. Role and Responsibilities: This position performs monitoring of Navistar’s network, security, and systems. Actively responds to specific incidents via ticketing, call outs, and escalations. Utilizes multiple tool sets to perform these responsibilities. Recommends continuous improvement tasks related to monitoring. Also performs physical support activities in the data center including hardware resets, tape operations, shipping and receiving of IT goods. This position requires the ability to work all shifts upon request This position works closely with our system monitoring team to drive improvements and efficiencies in our monitoring processes. Utilizes multiple monitoring platform to maintain the operating environment Actively pursues issues and drives resolution Provides recommendations on continuous improvement efforts Instructs and trains junior staff on monitoring functions Provide direct support to other IT functions Responsibilities Enters data from a source document into a computer system. Verifies entries for accuracy and completeness. May convert data from one electronic system to another. Performs audits of own work or that of others to ensure conformance with established procedures. May work with stand alone data systems or enterprise wide tools supporting activities such as marketing lead tracking, fulfillment, manufacturing, and equipment maintenance or materials transactions. Basic Requirements: Associate’s degree and at least 3 years of data operations experience OR At least 5 years of data operations experience Qualifications Qualified candidates, excluding current Navistar employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. Navistar does not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status) Desired Skills: Bachelor’s Degree preferred Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Strong technical writing/editing skills Ability to effectively cope with change and to handle ambiguity Excellent time management skills – can organize and prioritize multiple projects and meet specific deadlines Ability to establish relationships and encourage cooperation between organizations Ability to grasp technical/mechanical concepts Previous computer operations experience Ability to follow-up and drive for results/resolutions Customer Focused – is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers High level proficiency with MS Office and the ability to teach others to use these packages Previous experience with Adobe Acrobat, PhotoShop, and Adobe Illustrator Work effectively in a team environment Multilingual capabilities (Spanish) Competencies: Ethics and Navistar Values Positive Attitude Customer Focus Functional/Technical Skills Learning on the Fly Problem Solving Technical Learning Visit us at www.Navistar.com to discover more about our organization. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Future Rides On Us

Details: MachineSet-up / Programmer Supervisor TheCompany Our client, a manufacture of precision products, is seeking a MachineSet-up / Programmer Supervisor for it plant located about 50 miles from Milwaukee, WI. The Opportunity The Machine Set-up / Programmer Supervisor is responsible for supervising employees engaged inMachine Shop activities. Assign and review work, train, discipline, evaluateperformance and eliminate ordinary difficulties. Requirements Associate’s degree or certificate from Trade or Technical school preferred or equivalent experience. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Experience with Lathe set ups, programming the machines with live tools, and working with very close tolerance mechanical parts. Excellent working knowledge of blueprint reading and GD&T a must Ability to perform and understand maintenance schedules on all machines

Details: Job Title : Test Engineer Location: Wauwatosa, WI – 53226 Duration: 4+ Months (could go beyond) Overview: Position is for a Verification Engineer responsible for verifying software and hardware for a medical product used to diagnose and treat coronary heart disease. Position will involve executing, updating and writing verification test procedures to test hardware and software, record software defects, record objective evidence of observed results, provide status updates, install lab equipment, calibrate lab equipment, etc. Required qualifications: BSEE/BSCS or equivalent Technical Degree is a must Experience as a Test Engineer is a must Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows technologies is a must Excellent communication skills written and verbal is a must Detail oriented and meticulous worker is a must Good organizational skills in recording test results is a must Strong belief in quality compliance and following rules is a must Strong working experience on setting up lab test equipment and setting up PC and Servers and deploying software onto target systems Knowledge of testing medical products is strongly desired Knowledge of FDA regulations required to test medical products is strongly desired Mindset to want to find problems in the product and be able to clearly explain steps required to reproduce the problem Good interpersonal skills and ability to present information to other engineers Fast learner in tools and willing to learn DOORs knowledge is a plus ClearQuest knowledge is a plus Someone not easily distracted and that stays focused on the task at hand Knowledge of Test Automation and Electronic TestExecution of test procedures is a plus

Details: North American is a recognized leader in distribution, marketing services, and integrated business solutions. Founded in 1919, North American has built an innovative and highly specialized business practice in helping companies improve supply systems that have grown inefficient, non-customer-centric and costly. North American is a privately held corporation owned by John A. Miller, its’ President and Chief Executive Officer. Broadly speaking North American Corporation serves world-class organizations and their brands through national programs with a business-to-business focus, delivering dramatic results through programs as unique as the clients they serve. The Company operates in three segments: Commercial Group is a leader in the Jan/San distribution market, disposable supplies, personal care and hygiene systems, and packaging materials and equipment. The Commercial Group provides these products, services, and solutions to the following market vertical segments: Healthcare and Education, Hospitality and Retail, and Commercial Real Estate and Building Service Contractors. Through highly customized programs, the Group focuses on an end-to-end service and supply approach. NVISION Marketing Supply Chain Group is the marketing supply chain outsourcing division of North American. The fundamental business is building and managing all elements of marketing supply chains, including materials creation, production, inventory management and distribution, for Fortune 500 companies. Key product areas of the business include commercial and digital printing, point-of-purchase displays and customer branded merchandise. Industrial Group offers the full line of products and services sold by the Commercial Group along with full-service packaging solutions, from equipment and supplies to technical service and support, from installation and training to technical support that maintain efficiency while reducing material costs. Developing customized packaging systems to drive maximum productivity and efficiency for companies operations while reducing production downtime and material waster. The Industrial Group provides service to a rapidly growing national customer base across general manufacturing, food processing, electronics, pharmaceuticals, transportation and logistics and contract packaging markets. Position Overview We are currently seeking an Account Executive with a strong work ethic and a passion for Sales. This role will focus on selling the various packaging and commercial products (including paper goods and food service disposables) offered by North American to Industrial and Business establishments. Responsibilities include: Travel throughout assigned territory to call on regular and prospective customers to solicit orders for commercial and packaging products. Assist in delivering short sales presentations to decision makers within assigned customer prospect base. Qualify and uncover customer needs by use of questions or observation of processes to determine sales potential. Display or demonstrate products to prospects and customers emphasizing features that address customer needs. Provide training to customers in the use of North American products, online ordering systems, and services. Successfully close new business. Establish price to be charged to customers and explain credit and payment terms. Collect all required data and paperwork from prospects/customers to allow new customer setup in sales database. Input sales call information into CRM software daily. Prepare weekly sales reports of activity. Develop and maintain relationships with customers after sale is made. Investigate and resolve any customer issues. Attend trade shows, events, and conferences to increase product awareness. The ideal candidate will have: Bachelor's degree. Sales experience with documented success. A strong work ethic, self-motivation and discipline. An ambitious and competitive nature. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills. Results driven attitude with a hunger for success. This position offers a competitive starting salary and comprehensive benefits program. North American (and its subsidiaries) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that we consider all applicants for employment and employees eligible for employment without regard to race, marital status or civil union status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation and/or any other characteristic protected by law. We also provide reasonable accommodations to our applicants and employees with disabilities in order to assist them in the performance of their essential job functions.

Details: Position Summary Under direction, participates in, and may lead projects of medium scope and complexity which have little prior definition, and effectively teams with functional experts to leverage resources. Selects and monitors suppliers to ensure that parts received meet requirements. Establishes systems and procedures to ensure and enhance overall quality of supplied product. Conducts supplier audits. Establishes requirements for suppliers to achieve process and quality standards. Facilitates development of team/partner relationships with suppliers and maintains relationships for long term contracts for delivery of high quality product/parts. Assist in establishing milestones and monitoring adherence to program master plans and schedules. Help develop project controls and report data accurately to measure progress, identify potential problems in sufficient time for corrective action to be taken, and insure the meeting of commitments. Coordinate the performance of project functional-task elements. May act as primary contact for status and performance. Establishes strong supplier relationships. • Ensures thorough familiarity with policies and procedures relating to standards of business conduct and trains and motivates subordinates in the importance of full such policies and procedures. • Conducts tasks in accordance with applicable health, safety, quality and environmental regulations (state/federal laws, ISO 9001, ISO 14000, etc.) as well as Rockwell Automation policies and procedures. • Act on behalf of any other department members when they are away. •Serve as assigned on task forces and special projects Minimum Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree required; Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred Experience Typically 5-8 years' experience in manufacturing or quality engineering. Demonstrated project skills and experience, with knowledge of recognized project management tools

Details: Job is located in Madison, WI. Exciting Opportunity for a Senior Buyer/Planner! Under the direction of the Supplier Development Manager, the Senior Buyer/Planner is responsible for the following within their assigned category: maintaining accountability for the supply chain with respect to cost, delivery, cost reductions and inventory. This includes procurement of materials, parts, services, and capital equipment at the most competitive terms in accordance with company policies and procedures. May mentor and develop other staff within the procurement team. Responsibilities Include, But Not Limited To: Compose and execute contractual agreements for the procurement of materials, components, supplies, services, and capital equipment. Conduct ongoing negotiations to ensure the best interests of the Company are protected during the life of the contract. Contribute to the development & implementation of standard processes for risk mitigation and supplier agreements, ensuring protection for the business. Select strategic vendors based on suppliers’ commitment to quality, on-time delivery, and current market pricing conditions, and results obtainable by negotiation and past history/performance. Manage MRP requirements by placing PO’s and administering the overall material flow from suppliers. Expedite parts when required to meet organizational needs. Drive purchase teams to exceed program cost targets while mentoring buyers to ensure key purchasing practices are followed. Audit suppliers to investigate capability and capacity. Track and evaluate market trends and availability for designated procurement commodities. Manage designated supplier base, consolidating and replacing suppliers as required. Become technically educated in products in an effort to know and manage the cost drivers where necessary. Involve other parts of Weir Minerals North America (WMNA) where necessary to augment technical interaction and requirements. Encourage technical seminars presented by the suppliers to the engineering and operations personnel at Weir. This presents an opportunity to improve on the mutual understanding of the requirements of the suppliers and the company. Utilize Category Management process to evolve category. Mentor and develop other staff within the procurement team. Occasional travel required.

Details: Stansberry and Associates Investment Research , a subsidiary of Agora Publishing is looking for a strong Cloud DevOps Engineer for their office in Baltimore, MD. They are also hosting an Advanced AWS Professionals Recruiting Event in Brooklyn, NY on Dec 5 th, 2014 More details at the bottom of the Job Description. The Cloud DevOps Engineer shall be responsible for the technology infrastructure of Stansberry and Associates. Responsibilities include designing, architecting, implementing and maintaining the S&A technology ecosystem on Amazon (AWS) and ensure that it is both highly available and scalable. Responsibilities: Design and architect highly available and scalable systems Automate administration tasks including configuration management, patching, and backups utilizing linux containers. Administer build processes and code deployments via scripted source control builds with git, Jenkins, and Bamboo. Design and configure monitoring solutions and perform analysis of operations through Splunk, NewRelic, and CloudWatch. Configure Elastic Load Balancers, security groups, and host based intrusion detection systems Troubleshoot & triage problem reports and resolve or escalate as necessary Provide excellent customer service in the resolution of support tickets Participate in a 24x7 off-hours support rotation (PagerDuty service)

Details: Position Summary Lead the development, implementation, and alignment of materials planning, inventory management activities working closely with Operations, Logistics and Businesses to optimize inventory across the supply chain consistent with customer service. EOE, M/F/Disabled, Vet Major responsibilities Development of S&OP planning strategies for business group. Collaborate with key business leaders to assess operational requirements and develop materials planning and strategies to achieve the overall business goals. Oversee the development and monitor ongoing effectiveness of production and inventory control practices and standardization with a team of Master schedulers, Finished Good planners and Analysts. Apply an advanced knowledge of materials and supply chain management and draw upon substantial experience to identify and/or solve highly complex business problems. Optimization of materials and inventory forecast. Work with marketing functions to develop top level business forecasts for drives and assigned motion products, and understand and manage changes due to new products, series changes, etc. Communicate changes to global functions so as to plan inventory appropriately throughout the system for finished goods as well as components. Accountability for developing and maintaining master schedule for business group. Directly manage through leadership of indirect reports the development and communication of master schedules to the local plant materials and production functions to implement schedules. Provide analysis and analytical tools for manufacturing plants in order to execute schedules and minimize inventory. Provide analysis and metrics and work with manufacturing plants and purchasing to drive improvements in lot sizes and lead times for all materials supplied internally and externally. Implement world-class systems of inventory and materials planning management. Identify metrics, tools, and processes to optimize performance and inventory management efficiencies. Work with cross-functional teams to prioritize and drive implementations. Develop and implement protocols and practices to ensure effectiveness and efficiency with the supply chain team. Be fluent in various information systems in terms of functionality being used for inventory management. Work closely with IT functions to suggest maintenance and enhancements to business and manufacturing systems to improve our ability to comply with inventory objectives and improve responsiveness to customer requirements. Cross functional Collaboration. Collaborate with senior functional leaders to establish both short and long term business objectives. Act as a catalyst for change to achieve business goals as well as addressing barriers to change. Identify, develop and manage strategic business relationships to enable implementation of the corporate growth strategies, revenue achievement, and new product development. Lead the development, implementation, and alignment of materials planning, inventory management activities working closely with Operations, Logistics and Businesses to optimize inventory across the supply chain consistent with customer service. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering or Supply Chain Management. Minimum five years of progressive experience in Supply Chain Management or Consulting. Experience within a production/inventory control environment required. Working knowledge of ERP systems is essential, preferably SAP. Must have experience as a manager or an analyst in the areas of areas of supply chain, materials planning, inventory management, production planning and control, logistics or demand planning / forecasting; experience in using SAP for production planning, materials management and demand planning; experience with multi-echelon inventory planning tools and applications; experience in developing analytical and decision-support tools using MS Excel, MS Access, linear programming and supply chain simulation tools; project management experience in leading cross functional Six Sigma process improvement projects, facilitating diverse teams, and training others on new process / solutions; experience facilitating Kaizen events for cost reduction and cycle time improvement; and experience with supply chain simulation using tools such as Arena, Crystal Ball or Igrafx. Travel 30% (Domestic & International). This position requires limited travel to other Rockwell Automation locations to support assigned business unit segment Competency Requirements Strong team leader/contributor, comfortable in leading cross functional and multi-cultural teams. High energy, driven and enthusiastic about opportunities to establish and implement new approaches. Possess well-rounded knowledge in suplly chain, materials planning and logistics Exceptional problem solving and project management skills Excellent presentation and communication skills (written and verbal) to various levels of the organization Proficient in dealing with language and cultural barriers Capable of capturing and transforming an idea/concept into business opportunity and deliver positive results

Details: Incredible Technologies is currently seeking a VP of Finance for our location in Vernon Hills, IL. (Relocation assistance will be provided!) Our foundation is built on 30-year roots leading the arcade/amusement game industry with games like Golden Tee® Golf. Today Incredible Technologies has become a national leader in casino gaming and considered one of the hottest new video slot manufacturers in the US and beyond. We are expanding our dynamic team of personnel to support our continued growth and we are seeking talented individuals who share our same passion for innovation, pride of accomplishment and overall love of the games. JOB SUMMARY We are looking for an executive to lead our accounting team. The successful candidate will provide leadership and coordination of company financial planning, debt financing, and budget management functions and ensure company accounting procedures and reporting conform to generally accepted accounting principles. This person will have primary day-to-day responsibility for planning, implementing, managing and controlling all financial related activities of the company. This will include the direct responsibility for accounting, finance, forecasting, strategic planning, job costing as well as deal analysis and negotiations. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Provide leadership for the continuous evaluation of short and long-term strategic financial objectives Ensure credibility of Finance group by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial trends and forecasts Take hands-on lead position of developing, implementing and maintaining a comprehensive financial reporting system Direct and oversee all aspects of the Finance and Accounting functions within the organization Evaluate and advise on the impact of long range planning, introduction of new programs/strategies and regulatory action Negotiate various agreements and contracts Advise executives within the company, identify their needs and seek full range of business solutions Provide executive management with advice on financial implications of business activities Manage processes for financial forecasting, budgets and consolidation and reporting Provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities Ensure that effective internal controls are in place to ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state and local regulatory laws and rule for financial and tax reporting Manage various projects and deadlines with an acute attention to detail; timeliness, organization, accuracy and efficiency are critical Interact with executives and the advisory team—understand how to effectively and efficiently communicate a financial message in a non-financial terms