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Quality Technician Lead
Youngstown OH
Overview A highly skilled Lead Quality Technician experienced in ensuring material and product conformance through detailed inspections, in-process audits, and final verification of fabricated and machined components. Strong background in interpreting customer requirements, applying quality standards, and maintaining accurate documentation throughout the production lifecycle.
Core Responsibilities & Experience
- In-Process & Final Quality Control: Monitors manufacturing quality from initial fabrication through final machining, ensuring products meet dimensional, geometric, and customer-specified requirements.
- Weld Quality Inspection:
Performs VT, MT, and PT weld inspections and verifies compliance with applicable codes and standards.
- NDE Coordination: Interfaces with third-party NDE providers for UT and RT inspections and ensures proper execution and documentation.
- Machining & Fabrication Inspection: Uses precision measurement tools to inspect machined features, fabricated structures, and critical tolerances.
- Surface & Coating Inspection: Conducts shot-blast, paint, and final detailing inspections prior to shipment.
- Documentation & Reporting:
Creates and maintains clear, accurate inspection reports and measurement records for project traceability.
- Calibration Support: Assists in maintaining calibration systems through device audits, inspections, and re-calibration activities.
- Process Audits & Improvement: Performs internal process audits to verify control sustainability and supports corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Customer Interaction: Supports customer source inspections, quality-related visits, and resolution of quality concerns.
- Non-Conformance Management: Initiates and processes NCRs, participates in root-cause analysis, and supports corrective and preventive action activities.
Qualifications & Technical Strengths
- 5+ years of quality experience, ideally in heavy manufacturing or machinery environments (degree may substitute for experience).
- Strong understanding of machining processes; machine shop or machinist background preferred.
- Skilled in reading and interpreting blueprints, specifications, fabrication drawings, and manufacturing quality documentation.
- Proficient in applying tolerances and GD&T principles.
- Experience with FARO metrology, CMM, and other computer-aided measurement tools.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
- Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and communication skills.
- Experienced in documenting, logging, and maintaining inspection reports.
Preferred Qualifications
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
- ASQ certifications (CQA, CQE).
- Experience with DOD contract requirements.
- Background in ASME-coded fabrication environments.
- Welding/fabrication experience, including reading weld symbols, NDT symbols, and gauging weld fit-ups and sizes.
- NDE certification (VT/PT/MT) or ability to obtain Level I/II.
- Working knowledge of AWS D1.1, ASME BPVC, and NAVSEA welding and inspection codes.
- Experience with weld program quality control and PQR/WPQ/WPS documentation.
- Trade school diploma, journeyman card, or AWS CWI certification.
Physical & Equipment Capabilities
- Able to sit, stand, walk, kneel, stoop, and squat throughout the workday.
- Meets required vision acuity standards.
- Strong fine-motor skills.
- Comfortable climbing ladders or stairs and working in environments with fumes, noise, and varying temperatures.
- Experienced with computers, precision measuring tools, FARO metrology equipment, forklifts, overhead cranes, and power hand tools.
Quality Manager
Montgomery AL
A seasoned Quality Manager with extensive experience leading plant-level quality operations in fast-paced Tier 1 automotive manufacturing. Skilled at ensuring all products meet customer, internal, and regulatory standards while driving a culture of compliance, accountability, and continuous improvement. Adept at building strong cross-functional relationships, developing high-performing teams, and serving as a trusted liaison with OEM customers.
Leadership & Quality Management Experience
- Leads, mentors, and develops quality inspectors, technicians, and engineers to strengthen performance, engagement, and professional growth.
- Promotes a proactive quality culture through training, coaching, and cross-functional influence.
- Oversees daily quality operations including incoming inspection, in-process control, and final product audits.
- Maintains and improves Quality Management Systems in compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.
- Develops and executes internal and external audit plans for products, processes, and systems.
- Drives corrective and preventive actions through root-cause analysis, data evaluation, and trend identification.
- Investigates customer complaints, determines root cause, and implements effective resolutions.
- Creates and manages PPAP/ISIR processes, ensuring accurate measurement, documentation, and submission.
- Performs capability studies, GR&R/MSA, PFMEA development, and interpretation of results.
- Reads and interprets customer drawings, GD&T, and develops GD&T schemes aligned with part function and customer expectations.
- Interfaces directly with customers to maintain strong relationships, gather feedback, and resolve issues quickly.
Technical Strengths
- Deep knowledge of IATF-16949, ISO 9001, lean manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong command of automotive core tools: FMEA, PFMEA, SPC, PPAP, MSA, Root Cause Analysis.
- Skilled in GD&T, gauge development, and customer gauge approval processes.
- Experienced with spectrophotometer/color measurement systems.
- Knowledge of injection molding, welding processes, work instructions, and process flow diagram creation.
- Proficient with SAP and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
Documentation, Compliance & Systems Management
- Manages quality documentation, records, samples, and measurement instrument archives.
- Ensures inspections follow control plans, customer agreements, and QMS requirements.
- Conducts supplier and production audits to verify compliance with standards and specifications.
- Maintains current knowledge of materials, technologies, and statistical methods relevant to quality control.
Leadership Competencies
- Strong communicator across all levels of the organization; models professionalism, respect, and integrity.
- Skilled at multitasking, prioritizing, and adapting to changing production needs.
- Demonstrates analytical thinking, problem-solving, and structured decision-making.
- Engages teams through clear goals, consistent communication, and collaborative leadership.
- Champions safety, 5S, and a clean, organized work environment.
Education & Background
- Bachelor’s degree in Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of quality management experience in a manufacturing environment; Tier 1 automotive and seating experience are strong advantages.
- Proven leadership experience managing teams and driving accountability.
Physical & Work Environment Capabilities
- Comfortable working in both office and warehouse environments.
- Able to perform essential physical tasks such as standing, walking, fine manipulation, lifting up to 25 lbs, and occasional bending or reaching.
Production Supervisor
Monroe MI
Overview A results-driven Production Supervisor with strong experience leading high-performance manufacturing teams, driving safety, quality, and throughput, and standardizing processes across complex industrial operations. Skilled at building a productive, safety-focused work environment while improving cost, efficiency, and overall operational performance.
Core Responsibilities & Experience
- Leadership & Team Performance: Provides daily leadership to production teams, ensuring a safe, efficient, and high-performing work environment. Coaches employees, reinforces expectations, and drives accountability.
- Safety & Environmental Stewardship: Prioritizes safe work practices, conducts routine safety inspections, supports incident investigations, and ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements. Leads lockout/tagout audits, contractor safety checks, and visual management compliance.
- Production Management: Oversees all aspects of production including throughput, quality, cost control, and workforce utilization. Ensures routine management processes are followed and identifies opportunities to improve production flow and operational stability.
- Process Standardization: Ensures consistent application of standardized work, production methods, and quality procedures. Conducts needs assessments, audits, and coaching to reinforce process discipline.
- Continuous Improvement: Leads and supports improvement initiatives such as 5S, ITS training, preventive maintenance enhancements, and cost/environmental control programs. Identifies inefficiencies and implements corrective actions to strengthen performance.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Works closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to resolve issues, improve processes, and support production goals.
- Documentation & Reporting: Maintains accurate production records, performance metrics, and improvement documentation. Communicates effectively with leadership and frontline teams.
Candidate Qualifications
- Associate degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Material Science, or related field preferred; equivalent manufacturing experience considered.
- 4–6 years of experience in industrial or manufacturing operations with exposure to standardized production and quality methods.
- Strong working knowledge of heavy industrial machinery, production processes, and equipment operation.
- Experience in melt shop or high-temperature industrial environments (if applicable to the candidate).
- Ability to train, guide, and develop employees; strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
- Solid understanding of business systems, technical processes, and production workflows.
- Demonstrated people-management skills with the ability to lead teams through change and improvement.
Key Strengths
- Builds safe, disciplined, high-performing production teams.
- Skilled in process standardization, auditing, and continuous improvement.
- Strong communicator capable of influencing across departments and levels.
- Effective at identifying operational gaps and implementing corrective actions.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and committed to operational excellence.
Process Engineer
Otsego MI
A skilled Process Engineer experienced in developing, optimizing, and supporting high-quality electronics manufacturing processes. Strong background in driving efficiency, improving reliability, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives within fast-paced production environments. Adept at cross-functional collaboration, technical problem-solving, and supporting both new product introduction and ongoing production stability.
Key Strengths & Responsibilities
- Manufacturing Optimization: Improves production quality and efficiency using data-driven methods and cross-functional teamwork.
- Risk Management: Develops and maintains PFMEAs, implements risk-reduction actions, and supports robust process controls.
- Design for Manufacturability (DFM): Performs DFM reviews for new products to ensure smooth, cost-effective production readiness.
- Process Validation: Plans and executes Design of Experiments (DOE) to validate processes and equipment performance.
- Tooling & Fixturing: Designs fixturing to reduce risk, improve quality, and enhance repeatability.
- Work Instructions: Creates and maintains detailed, clear work instructions that support consistent production outcomes.
- Production Support: Troubleshoots issues, implements corrective actions, and prevents recurrence through structured problem-solving.
- Lean Manufacturing: Applies LEAN principles to reduce waste and strengthen process flow.
- Capital Equipment: Supports equipment selection, qualification, and implementation for new or improved processes.
- Qualification Protocols: Writes and executes Operational Qualification (OQ) protocols.
- Industry Standards: Applies IPC-A-610 requirements for electronic assembly acceptability.
- Training & Development: Trains production operators and supports skill development across the team.
- Customer Support: Assists with customer corrective actions and provides technical expertise as needed.
- Subject Matter Expertise: Serves as SME for assigned processes and equipment, ensuring strong technical leadership.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field with 2+ years of relevant experience.
- Knowledge of PCBA manufacturing and electronic component packages.
- Strong attention to detail and continuous improvement mindset.
- IPC-A-610 certification or willingness to obtain.
- Effective communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
- Self-motivated, able to work independently and collaboratively.
Additional Notes
- On-site role; not remote.
- No work authorization sponsorship available.
Benefits Summary (Candidate-Centric)
- 401(k) matching
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Promotion opportunities
- Climate-controlled facility
Maintenance Supervisor
Monroe MI
Overview A proven Maintenance Supervisor with strong experience leading preventive maintenance programs, troubleshooting complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems, and minimizing equipment downtime in a heavy industrial environment. Skilled at directing daily maintenance activities, assigning work, and providing hands-on technical support to ensure safe, reliable, and productive plant operations.
Core Responsibilities & Experience
- Equipment Reliability & Uptime: Leads preventive maintenance efforts for cranes, motors, machinery, and related equipment. Performs routine adjustments and responds quickly to unexpected issues to keep the plant running safely and efficiently.
- Troubleshooting & Repairs: Diagnoses and resolves maintenance problems across mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems. Provides technical guidance and physical assistance to maintenance teams.
- Daily Work Direction: Assigns projects, schedules repairs, and follows up to ensure work is completed correctly and on time. Offers coaching and technical support to maintenance personnel.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Works closely with operations leadership to explain, resolve, and prevent maintenance issues. Supports production goals through strong communication and coordination.
- Documentation & Reporting: Maintains accurate logs including downtime reports, work request logs, fabrication shop logs, and updates to master maintenance plans.
- Team Leadership & Development: Handles employee relations functions such as performance reviews, attendance tracking, hiring recommendations, disciplinary actions, and terminations. Trains and orients new employees and delegates responsibilities effectively.
- Technical Expertise:
- Industrial hydraulics
- Mechanical, piping, and structural drawings
- Mechanical systems, water systems, rotating equipment
- Industrial automation, PLCs, and HMIs
- Decision-Making & Problem-Solving: Makes timely technical decisions to prevent or reduce downtime. Escalates capital-intensive or extended-downtime issues appropriately.
Safety Leadership
- Provides full support for safety system implementation and compliance.
- Participates in accident/incident investigations.
- Conducts routine safety activities: inspections, employee contacts, lockout/tagout audits, contractor safety checks.
- Ensures all work areas follow established safety rules and visual management standards.
- Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations and reports any potential risks.
Additional Responsibilities
- Ensures safe operation of equipment and safety of all employees.
- Minimizes downtime through proactive planning and rapid response.
- Procures non-inventory parts and equipment as needed.
- Ensures contractors follow required safety and operational standards.
- Cooperates with all departments to support production and maintenance goals.
Candidate Qualifications
- High school diploma/GED required; additional education (Associate/Bachelor in Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field) preferred.
- Three or more years of supervisory and maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment (experience may substitute for education).
- Strong people-management skills with the ability to train, guide, and develop employees.
- Moderate knowledge of industrial hydraulics and mechanical/piping/structural drawings.
- Experience with mechanical systems, water systems, rotating equipment, PLCs, and HMIs.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, SAP, PLEX, and other maintenance-related software.
- Able to work swing shift and adapt to changing operational needs.
Launch Engineer
Anniston AL
Position Summary
The Launch Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing new product and program launches within a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment. This role ensures all launch activities meet customer requirements, internal quality standards, timing expectations, and production readiness targets. The Launch Engineer works cross-functionally with engineering, quality, production, supply chain, and program management teams to deliver flawless launches and stable production ramp-ups.
Key Responsibilities
- Program & Launch Readiness
- Lead launch planning activities from early development through SOP, ensuring all deliverables are completed on time.
- Develop and maintain detailed launch timelines, open-issue lists, and readiness checklists.
- Coordinate cross-functional launch reviews, ensuring alignment between engineering, quality, production, and logistics.
- Support APQP activities and ensure all launch documentation is completed accurately.
- Process Development & Validation
- Develop and validate manufacturing processes for new products, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, and PFMEA participation.
- Support tooling, equipment, and fixture buy-offs; ensure readiness for production trials.
- Conduct capability studies, MSA/GR&R, and process validation activities.
- Ensure all process changes are documented and communicated to relevant teams.
- Production Trial Support
- Lead build events (prototype, pilot, PPAP, and SOP builds) and ensure parts meet dimensional, functional, and cosmetic requirements.
- Troubleshoot issues during trial builds and drive corrective actions with engineering and production teams.
- Monitor early production runs to ensure process stability and adherence to quality standards.
- Quality & Customer Interface
- Support PPAP submissions, ISIR documentation, and customer-specific launch requirements.
- Work directly with customer engineering and quality teams to resolve launch-related concerns.
- Participate in root-cause analysis and corrective action development for launch issues.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with production, maintenance, and quality teams to ensure smooth handoff from launch to stable production.
- Coordinate supplier readiness and ensure incoming components meet launch requirements.
- Communicate launch status, risks, and countermeasures to leadership and program teams.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field).
- 2–5 years of experience in automotive manufacturing, product launch, or process engineering.
- Strong understanding of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, control plans, and automotive core tools.
- Experience with tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment for seating, plastics, welding, or assembly processes preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
- Strong problem-solving skills and hands-on approach to issue resolution.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work with customers and cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency with MS Office; experience with SAP or similar systems is a plus.
Key Competencies
- Strong ownership and accountability
- Cross-functional leadership
- Technical problem-solving
- Launch planning and organization
- Customer-focused mindset
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Industrial Electrician
Portland MI
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Promote team work and convey a genuine interest in supporting the lean production philosophy. Maintain acceptable levels of performance as measured against department benchmarks. In addition, provide input relative to continuously improving the overall performance of the department. Perform the electrical installation, maintenance and repair of a variety of industrial machinery, equipment and systems throughout the facility.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Preferred journeyman status or certification as an electrician. Must successfully satisfy the established job qualifying criteria.
EXPERIENCE, SKILL, JOB KNOWLEDGE:
Work in conjunction with area team leaders and supervisors to maintain standards of production. Ability to effectively communicate, plan, organize and problem solve is essential. Assist and train fellow team members when required.
Employee will be required to perform the electrical installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of a variety of industrial equipment, machinery and systems. This would include analog, digital, PLCs, CNCs, temperature controllers, HMI’s, motor controls, Induction Heating, Heat-treat, variable speed drives, counters, timers, microprocessor based controllers and traditional relay logic controlled equipment. Must be able to work from blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams and manufacturers' specifications. Able to work overtime.
JOB ATTENTIVENESS:
Employee must exercise extreme attentiveness to detail to insure safety while performing electrical duties. Employee responsible for understanding department escalation policy.
ERGONOMICS:
Must expend average physical effort in walking, climbing, carrying tools and equipment.
HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL:
Must adhere to all established health, safety and environmental policies and procedures to avoid exposure to falls, burns, electrical shocks, or other major injuries. Each employee has the responsibility to minimize any negative impacts on the environment. Occasionally required to work in excessive heat and cold or required to work in cramped or restricted space with occasional exposure to electromagnetic fields. May be required to perform some heavy lifting. Employee required to report any work-related incidents immediately. In addition, employee is responsible for the housekeeping, orderliness and basic organization of the immediate work area.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must have own set of tools. Additional training may be required or requested dependent on qualifications.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35 - $41 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 56 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Overtime
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Field Service Engineer - Electrical
Oxford CT
Overview A highly skilled Field Service Technician with extensive experience supervising the installation of large capital equipment, performing start-up, testing, and operator training, and delivering reliable maintenance and repair services in demanding field environments. Brings a strong track record of troubleshooting complex systems, supporting equipment upgrades, and providing technical expertise both on-site and remotely. Comfortable with extensive domestic and international travel.
Core Responsibilities & Experience
- Capital Equipment Installations: Leads field installation activities, including start-up, testing, commissioning, and hands-on training for customer teams.
- Preventive & Predictive Maintenance: Performs detailed inspections and preventive maintenance to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
- Field Service & Troubleshooting: Diagnoses and repairs electrical, mechanical, and control-system issues under time-sensitive conditions.
- Equipment Upgrades: Supports modernization and upgrade projects, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems.
- Technical Support: Provides responsive technical assistance for equipment operation, maintenance, and service needs, both in the field and remotely.
- Documentation & Training Materials: Contributes to the development and improvement of operation, maintenance, and training documentation.
- Advanced Planning: Prepares detailed installation and service plans, including scheduling, rigging considerations, material staging, and resource coordination.
- Customer Support: Collaborates with project leaders and engineering teams to deliver high-quality service and customer satisfaction.
- Professional Reporting: Produces thorough, accurate daily field service reports and documentation.
Qualifications & Technical Strengths
- Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering/Engineering Technology (Bachelor’s preferred).
- 5+ years of technical support experience with industrial equipment.
- 5+ years of assembly/service experience on large capital equipment projects.
- Skilled with PLC control systems, including editing ladder logic.
- Experienced with Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and modifying drive parameters.
- Strong electrical troubleshooting abilities across high voltage (480–120VAC), low voltage (24VDC), digital/analog I/O, motors, relays, breakers, starters, and control circuits.
- Confident supervising third-party contractors and ensuring work quality and safety.
- Able to read and interpret complex technical drawings, specifications, and equipment documentation.
- Operates independently with strong problem-solving, communication, and customer-facing skills.
- Works effectively with colleagues, subcontractors, and clients at all levels.
- Holds a valid driver’s license and comfortable with
~75% travel.
Engineering Manager
Port Huron MI
General Responsibilities
- Contribute to a positive, team-oriented work environment and actively participate in collaborative activities.
- Apply strong problem-solving skills in a culture focused on continuous improvement.
- Follow all company policies, safety standards, and workplace rules to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
- Work safely at all times, report unsafe conditions, and document any accidents or near misses promptly.
- Maintain proper ergonomics and assist in evaluating equipment and processes for ergonomic improvements.
- Perform required hazard analyses (routine and non-routine) and follow proper lockout/tagout procedures.
- Support daily cross-functional assignments within the department according to established processes.
- Participate in lean initiatives, continuous improvement programs, and 5S housekeeping standards.
- Use company communication tools (radios, phones, computers) professionally and for business purposes only.
- Represent the company with professionalism at all times.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Role-Specific Responsibilities
- Lead and support the teams and equipment that drive safe, high-quality, and cost-effective operations.
- Mentor and develop employees across Engineering disciplines (Process, Program Management, Tooling, Manufacturing, Launch, Controls).
- Collaborate daily with Technical and Operations teams to align priorities and resolve issues.
- Prioritize departmental objectives based on production and field needs.
- Support new product launches, tooling changes, equipment moves, and business transfers.
- Guide new programs from APQP through launch and full production.
- Analyze scrap, downtime, and performance trends; partner with Technical teams to drive corrective actions.
- Establish and maintain critical spare parts strategies.
- Create and maintain audit procedures for IATF 16949 and ISO 14001.
- Develop PM/TPM plans and manage critical preventive maintenance activities.
- Apply MTBF and MTTF concepts to improve equipment reliability.
- Provide support across both the Wauseon, OH and Mendon, MI facilities.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree with 5–7 years of experience in a related field.
Experience & Skills
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Minimum five years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment; union experience preferred.
- Ability to read, write, and perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Experience with tooling, equipment, and blueprint interpretation.
- Background in workflow analysis, capital justification, and project management.
- Understanding of direct labor utilization and efficiency improvement.
- Excellent communication, organizational, negotiation, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
- Strong attention to detail, ability to multitask, and follow direction effectively.
Other Requirements
- Training Requirements
- May require travel to other facilities or training locations, including on-site training.
- PPE Requirements
- Eye and hearing protection required, along with any task-specific PPE.
- Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand or sit for 8–12 hours and lift up to 40 lbs occasionally and 15 lbs regularly.
- Ability to perform overhead and below-waist work as needed.
Electrician
Monroe MI
Overview A highly skilled Industrial Electrician experienced in installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems across heavy manufacturing environments. Strong background in troubleshooting complex circuits, maintaining production equipment, supporting automation systems, and ensuring safe, reliable plant operations.
Core Responsibilities & Experience
- Advanced Electrical Troubleshooting: Analyzes circuits, wiring diagrams, and electrical drawings to install, repair, calibrate, modify, and service a wide range of electrical and electronic devices, including communication systems, production machinery, control systems, instrumentation, and power distribution equipment.
- Repair & Maintenance: Assembles, inspects, adjusts, repairs, and replaces faulty electrical and electronic components. Performs both electrical and mechanical repairs as needed to support equipment reliability.
- Equipment Overhaul & Testing: Inspects, dismantles, services, reassembles, tests, and adjusts equipment to ensure safe and proper operation. Supports start-up and shutdown of plant equipment.
- Motor Controls & Drives: Experienced with motor starters, VFDs, DC drives, and electric brake systems (including crane brakes). Skilled in troubleshooting and replacing control components.
- PLC & Automation Support: Reads schematics, interprets PLC indication lights, and verifies I/O status. Measures 4–20mA and ±10V transmitter loops to diagnose automation issues.
- Communication Systems: Installs and repairs communication networks and cabling, including Profibus, ControlNet, RS232, R-Net, Dec-Net, Ethernet, and PLC remote drops.
- Scale Systems: Installs, maintains, and troubleshoots plant weigh scale systems.
- Preventive Maintenance: Performs PMs on electrical, instrumentation, and control devices to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
- Documentation: Records all work performed in a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to maintain accurate maintenance history.
- Additional Skills: Performs soldering tasks, maintains clean and safe electrical rooms and work areas, and supports continuous improvement initiatives.
Training & Background
- Electrical Journeyman’s Card with at least 1 year of experience or
- 4+ years electrical experience without a Journeyman’s Card or
- Completion of a formal electrical apprenticeship program
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to pass all required testing and complete role-specific training
- Master Electrician card (if applicable) qualifies for advanced responsibilities and compensation
Quality Responsibilities
- Maintains machinery to achieve the highest possible product quality
- Follows all quality system policies and procedures
- Supports continuous improvement and zero-defect goals
Safety Responsibilities
- Locks out all equipment prior to repair
- Performs all work in accordance with established electrical and plant safety policies
- Follows departmental safety rules, including cardinal safety requirements
- Maintains safe work habits in electrical rooms, shops, and job sites
Production & Cost Responsibilities
- Maintains equipment to minimize downtime and support consistent production
- Troubleshoots issues quickly to reduce operational interruptions
Environmental Responsibilities
- Understands and follows all applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations
- Completes required annual safety and environmental training
- Supports spill prevention, containment, response, and cleanup
- Performs tasks with environmental impact awareness (e.g., dust collection systems, water systems, calibration of environmental equipment)
Professional Strengths
- Strong troubleshooting ability across electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems
- Skilled in automation, instrumentation, and industrial communication networks
- Detail-oriented, safety-focused, and committed to preventive maintenance
- Reliable documentation habits and strong communication skills
- Dedicated to continuous improvement and equipment reliability
EHS Specialist
Elizabethtown KY
A highly capable Environmental, Health, Safety & Security (EHSS) Specialist with strong experience supporting and managing plant-level environmental compliance, safety programs, and security initiatives within a manufacturing environment. Skilled at developing programs, maintaining regulatory compliance, conducting audits, and driving continuous improvement in environmental performance, waste reduction, and workplace safety.
Key Areas of Expertise
- Environmental Compliance & Program Management
- Monitors monthly environmental KPIs including compliance, energy usage, waste, and water performance.
- Supports environmental permitting activities (air, water, waste) and ensures all required applications and renewals are completed accurately.
- Develops, implements, reviews, and updates environmental programs, policies, and procedures to maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Experienced with Storm Water Permits, SWPPP, Wastewater Permits, SPCC, air emission surveys, air permitting, hazardous waste (RCRA), DOT requirements, and related reporting.
- Conducts internal audits to verify compliance with environmental policies and regulatory standards.
- Maintains data and prepares annual EPCRA 312 (Tier II) and TRI/Form R reports.
- ISO 14001 & Environmental Systems
- Supports ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) and helps facilities achieve and maintain certification.
- Develops water protection strategies and environmental action plans for new or expanding sites.
- Drives energy (CO₂), water, and waste reduction projects and reports progress through KPI matrices.
- Safety & Security Support
- Assists in developing and administering comprehensive EH&S programs, including employee training.
- Performs EH&S assessments to identify hazards and determine appropriate control measures.
- Conducts accident investigations, workplace safety audits, and supports corrective action development.
- Coordinates contractors and consultants for environmental testing, permitting, and compliance activities.
- Technical & Engineering Collaboration
- Works with engineering teams to design or modify processes and equipment to meet or exceed environmental regulations.
- Provides coaching and training to employees and management on updated environmental programs and compliance requirements.
- Identifies compliance gaps and improvement opportunities, communicating findings to leadership.
Professional Skills & Strengths
- Strong understanding of engineering principles and environmental regulations.
- Skilled in organizing, planning, and compiling clear, concise visual reports.
- Effective presenter and technical writer with strong communication skills.
- Knowledgeable in energy engineering, landfill reduction strategies, and sustainability initiatives.
- Able to multitask, prioritize, and resolve issues in a fast-moving environment.
- Works effectively with cross-functional teams and maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Proficient in EH&S assessments, hazard identification, and control measure implementation.
- Experienced in accident investigation, safety audits, and regulatory compliance reviews.
- Demonstrates strong leadership, planning, budgeting, and coordination skills.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering or related field with 3+ years of relevant experience OR
- 5+ years of Environmental, Health & Safety experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of major environmental regulations including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and RCRA.
- ISO 14001 Lead Auditor certification or system implementation experience preferred.
- CSP or CHMM certification preferred.
- Experience with environmental permitting (air, water, waste) and compliance programs.
- 3–5 years of experience in environmental compliance, ISO 14001, and energy/waste/water reduction initiatives.
Physical & Work Environment Capabilities
- Comfortable working in both office and industrial manufacturing environments.
- Able to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, and navigate plant floors including metal grates and slippery surfaces.
- Capable of performing essential job functions safely and effectively.
Benefits Summary (Candidate-Centric)
- Competitive compensation
- Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
- PTO and paid holidays
