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Title: Director of Quality & Reliability
Description:
This individual is responsible for the execution of the Overall Quality System including the internal and external processes, designs, and regulatory requirements of our components. Indirectly supports the AOP performance targets that drive improvements into the processes and specifications of our product portfolio while assuring customer satisfaction and reliability over the life of our product.
Responsibilities:
- -Develops strategic plan to implement key AOP initiatives to improve the product quality and reliability of our components. Leads execution of the plan.
- -Assures internal and external manufacturing processes are developed to achieve product performance specifications, verifies control plans are in place to routinely assure objectives are met, coordinate the efforts of the team to implement a Quality System.
- -Lead the Reliability Testing Plan for Air Controls – Coordinate the Plan to test full bed structures every quarter, develop corrective actions for issues found during the testing, and support efforts to implement new designs.
- -Conducts internal and external audits of Global Operations and R&D quality systems to assess and verify quality and regulatory objectives are met.
Requirements:
- -Minimum 6 years experience in quality related field
- -Experienced with new product commercialization systems
- -Experience managing quality improvement efforts
- -BS Mechanical Eng, Industrial Eng, or BS Applied Statistics
- -MBA, MS Applied Statistics or related considered a plus
- -Prefer 6-sigma Black Belt or equivalent
- -Successful leadership of cross-functional teams
- -6-Sigma and DMAIC skills
- -Exposure to Lean Manufacturing concepts
- -Project Management Skills
- -Travel as required to support business needs (20-30%)
Location(s):
Plymouth, MN Submit Resume
Title: US Events Supervisor
Responsibilities:
- -Support Sales to drive sales and leads for U.S. Events
- -Partner with Multi Store Leaders to develop event leadership and teams and drive event results
- -Report event findings to Sales Leadership along with suggestions on how to continue to grow event business.
- -At-event mentoring and training of event teams reporting findings to U.S. Events, Multi Store Leader and Regional Vice President
- -Share feedback with U.S. Events Sales and Training Manager for changes and enhancements
- -Take on behind the scenes tasks to support events planning and logistics
- -Providing guidance & sales development to Sales Leaders and Store Teams
- -Help develop event team leadership and aide in building strong event teams nationally
- -Maintain budgetary guidelines
- -Ensure best customer experience
- -Embrace, advocate and model Company Goals and Beliefs.
Requirements:
- -3-5 years Retail Management Experience or Event Management Experience
- -4 Year BA/ BS or Equivalent Field Experience
- -Ability to organize, prioritize work, meet deadlines and work independently
- -Ability to be flexible and handle multiple projects in an organized, timely manner
- -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- -Able to work well in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
- -Team-oriented and ability to work in an integrated organization
- -Knowledge of Retail Sales and Marketing
- -High level of Customer Service
- -Knowledge and skill of Microsoft Office 2010
- -Written and Verbal Commuication skills
- -Time Management
- -Ability to lift 50 pounds
- -Able to stand for long periods
- -Ability to travel up to 60 % of the time
Location(s):
Plymouth, MN Submit Resume
Title: Associate Team Manager - 2nd Shift (Irmo Plant)
Description:
The Associate Team Manager (2nd Shift) is responsible for managing production teams in the execution of objectives for their department.
Responsibilities:
- -Plan, organize and direct department operations which ensure the most effective return on assets.
- -Continuously improve performance as measured by Key Performance Indicators for processes in their department.
- -Work with Quality Engineer to ensure finished product quality meets specifications.
- -Manage spending against budget and in relation to changes in production volume.
- -Establish a High Performing Team environment through implementation of management practices which foster employee involvement.
- -Manage team training program and ensure adherence to production procedures.
- -Develop and cross-train team to ensure backups in place for all key positions.
- -Continually improve safety record by addressing both physical safety issues and employee safety attitudes. Maintain and improve housekeeping in all areas.
- -Meet inventory accuracy objectives through execute inventory control procedures.
Requirements:
- -Two or more years experience in manufacturing management.
- -Minimum High School Degree or GED
- -Preferred BA/BS degree in business or engineering.
- -World Class Manufacturing Techniques
- -World Class Quality Principles
- -OSHA / Safety Requirements for manufacturing.
- -Oracle, SAP or other ERP software knowledge
- -MS Office (Mainly strong in Excel & Access)
- -Must be able to travel and work long hours as needed
- -Must be able to work weekends as needed
- -Position located at our Irmo, South Carolina, plant.
Location(s):
Irmo, SC Submit Resume
Title: Order Fulfillment Specialist
Description:
In this Order Fulfillment role you will review upcoming customer orders, pick and pack necessary pieces to complete orders, label and ship orders in accordance with customer and system specifications, and monitor and record inventory as appropriate.
Responsibilities Include:
- -Review production schedules (i.e. retail orders, parts and warranty orders, refurbished bed orders, etc.) and accurately pick appropriate products to complete orders.
- -Pack products per order specifications and scan contents for inventory tracking and confirmation of order accuracy.
- -Maintain necessary parts inventory with notification to Team Manager of shortages.
- -Load product onto trailers in such a way that minimizes damage and maximizes space.
- -Verify and unload inventory or supply shipments and store appropriately.
- -Participate in cycle counts and physical inventory as needed.
- -Keep work area clean.
- -Work in accordance with company safety policies.
- -Recommend and/or implement process improvements for the work area.
- -Report any issues (i.e. consistent defects) or questions to area Team Leader or Team Manager.
Requirements:
- -1-2 years work history in a warehouse or pick and pack operation preferred.
- -Experience with an automated inventory control system (i.e. scanners, ship labels).
- -High school diploma or GED required.
- -Select individuals in this position may be required to earn forklift certification.
- -Must be able to understand written and verbal instruction in English.
- -Must be able to follow a production schedule.
- -Must be able to demonstrate good problem solving ability.
- -Must be able to work in a team environment and develop positive relationships with coworkers.
- -Basic computer skills required (for data entry into standard screens).
- -Must be able to operate relatively simple hand tools (i.e. utility knife, tape gun, etc.).
- -Ability to safely use hand trucks.
- -Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs on a regular basis and perform repetitive bending and twisting motions.
- -Must be able to stand 8.0 hours or more per shift.
- -Must be able to work overtime as required, including weekends.
- -The work environment includes moving equipment, a moderate noise level and some fluctuations in temperature.
Location(s):
Plymouth, MN Submit Resume
Title: Lead Mechanical Project Engineer
Description:
As the Lead Mechanical Project Engineer, you will directly supervise a team of mechanical engineers and technicians, as well as organize the mechanical engineering design effort to meet the requirements of the product development roadmap. This position also affords an active technical design opportunity, serving as an R&D leader in product development and mechanical engineering.
Responsibilities Include:
- -Serve as a key member in the execution of the company strategy in product development during all phases of the product lifecycle.
- -Provide hands-on mechanical technical leadership and project management for major projects and new product releases.
- -Contribute to new product ideation and product/feature design and development from concept to sustained manufacturing.
- -Utilization of innovative thinking to originate new ideas to improve product performance and costs.
- -Ability to review products viability in terms of consumer use and assembly, manufacturability, and product and capital cost requirements.
- -Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, ensuring deliverables are executed on time, to cost and to quality specifications.
Requirements:
- -5+ years mechanical engineering experience
- -2+ years experience directly leading technical personnel
- -Proven proficiency in design and development of mechanical systems
- -Strong CAD (Pro/Engineer preferred) and mechanical analysis (FEA) skills
- -Experience developing consumer goods a plus
- -Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- -Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Business a plus
- -Six sigma experience a plus
- -Ability to plan, organize and prioritize
- -Conscientious, team player who drives for results
- -Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- -Light / moderate travel based on business needs
- -Ability to multi-task and manage numerous projects simultaneously.
- -Excellent oral and written communication skills in order to effectively convey engineering priorities and concepts to all levels of the organization.
Location(s):
Plymouth, MN Submit Resume
Title: Temporary Sales Operations Coordinator
Description:
The Sales Operations Coordinator is a temporary position that will provide administrative support to the Sales Operations, Promotions & Communications teams as well as be solely responsible for short term projects as assigned.
Responsibilities Include:
- -Retrieval and analysis of operational and customer survey reporting.
- -Support system set up and testing of discount codes.
- -Aid expense report procedures by processing expense requests, distributing expense checks and assistance with questions.
- -Maintain and update several project management spreadsheets
- -Create, update and proof promotional support tools, such as, price guides, end of bed signs and overview documents.
- -Communication and coordination with new stores regarding marketing support.
- -Additional duties to support operational projects as assigned.
Requirements:
- -Minimum of 1 years retail background, preferred.
- -Corporate environment experience preferred.
- -High School Diploma. Additional college education preferred.
- -Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Software (specifically Microsoft Word and Excel)
- -Ability to be flexible in a fast paced environment with constantly changing deadlines and multiple priorities.
- -Prioritizes follow-up, attention to detail, and strong organization is a must.
- -Team-oriented and strong interpersonal skills.
- -Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Location(s):
Plymouth, MN Submit Resume
Title: Temporary Store Planning Project Coordinator
Description:
The Store Planning Project Coordinator is a temporary support position to ensure successful planning of new, relocation and remodel store locations in mall, non-mall and premier store formats.
Responsibilities Include:
- -Inventory management and sourcing of fixture elements
- -Develop and maintain fixture forecasts for suppliers
- -Communicate schedules and opening dates
- -Project management and follow up for IndividualFit roll out.
- -Update, maintain and validate asset database and prepare for long term asset management coordination
- -Update and ensure correct data for current and new stores
- -Update photo files
- -Validate “Beds per store” information
- -Create print tickets and fulfillment orders from floor plans for new, relocation and remodel projects
- -Gather feedback from field to address New Store Opening issues.
- -Post-opening, ensure any open issues are resolved in a timely manner to minimize disruption and modify the process/guidelines if necessary for future openings.
Requirements:
- -2-4 years project management, preferably in a retail organization
- -Highly detailed, with multi-tasking abilities
- -4-year BA/BS degree with emphasis in Marketing or Communications
- -Project Management and Organizational Skills
- -Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- -Problem Solving and Self-Starter Skills
- -Retail Store Environment
- -Budget Management Skills
- -Computer skills (word, excel and PowerPoint)
Location(s):
Plymouth, MN Submit Resume
Title: Quality Engineer - Mechanical
Description:
The Quality Engineer – Mechanical will be a key member in the execution of the company strategy in quality and sustaining engineering during all phases of the product lifecycle. They will test, develop improvements, and diagnose in commerce technologies. The individual in this role will lead warranty project teams, including integrated cross function teams, in the execution of product improvements.
Responsibilities Include:
- -Provide team leadership and project management for major product investigations and improvements.
- -Understand and autonomously execute change management to include product and regulatory documentation.
- -Work with outside vendors to evaluate existing products for reliability and failure modes.
- -Provide evaluation of design changes from engineering and cost perspectives.
- -Direct and perform engineering testing to ensure that newly designed items are properly tested.
- -Ensures testing is completed on time and within budget.
- -Provide timely updates to cross-functional teams and senior level management.
- -Work with Engineering, Operations and Manufacturing on drawings, BOM, change notices and tests.
- -Execute six-sigma programs as assigned
Requirements:
- -2-4 years project management, preferably in a retail organization
- -Minimum of 5 years engineering experience
- -Experience in a manufacturing, sustaining, or hands-on troubleshooting quality role.
- -Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- -Master's Degree in Engineering or Business, a plus.
- -Six sigma experience (preferred)
- -Ability to plan, organize and prioritize
- -Conscientious, team player who drives for results
- -Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- -Light I moderate travel based on business needs
- -Ability to multi-task and manage numerous projects simultaneously.
- -Excellent oral and written communication skills in order to effectively convey engineering priorities and concepts to all levels of the organization.
Location(s):
Plymouth, MN Submit Resume
Title: Quality Engineer - Electrical
Description:
The Quality Engineer – Electrical will be a key member in the execution of the company strategy in quality and sustaining engineering during all phases of the product lifecycle. They will test, develop improvements, and diagnose in commerce technologies. This individual will lead warranty project teams, including integrated crossfunction teams, in the execution of product improvements.
Responsibilities Include:
- -Provide team leadership and project management for major product investigations and improvements.
- -Understand and autonomously execute change management to include product and regulatory documentation.
- -Work with outside vendors to evaluate existing products for reliability and failure modes.
- -Provide evaluation of design changes from engineering and cost perspectives.
- -Direct and perform engineering testing to ensure that newly designed items are properly tested.
- -Ensures testing is completed on time and within budget.
- -Provide timely updates to cross-functional teams and senior level management.
- -Work with Engineering, Operations and Manufacturing on drawings, BOM, change notices and tests.
- -Execute six-sigma programs as assigned.
Requirements:
- -Minimum of 5 years engineering experience
- -Experience in a manufacturing, sustaining, or hands-on troubleshooting quality role.
- -Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- -Master's Degree in Engineering or Business, a plus.
- -Six sigma experience (preferred)
- -Ability to plan, organize and prioritize
- -Conscientious, team player who drives for results
- -Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- -Light I moderate travel based on business needs
- -Ability to multi-task and manage numerous projects simultaneously.
- -Excellent oral and written communication skills in order to effectively convey engineering priorities and concepts to all levels of the organization.
Location(s):
Plymouth, MN Submit Resume
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