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Account Executive
A well established and printing firm (Prentice Products) with headquarters located in Fort Wayne, Indiana as an immediate need for an experienced Sales Representative to be based in Cincinnati, Ohio, with sales responsibilities within a 100 mile radius of Cincinnati. Prentice Products offers and provides printing solutions for every industry including: banners, point of purchase, posters and trade shows.
Base salary, plus commission potential, expense account and great benefits
Job summary
Sells screen printing and/or graphic imaging products for manufacturer, distributor, or printer to business and industrial establishments by performing the following duties personally.
Travels throughout assigned territory to call on regular and prospective customers to solicit orders.
Makes presentations of company products and services.
Quotes prices and credit terms and prepares sales contracts for orders obtained.
Estimates date of delivery to customer, based on knowledge of own firm's production and delivery schedules.
Prepares reports of business transactions and keeps expense accounts.
Solves customer problems and complaints that are routine and refers more complex sales and technical
problems to company management.
Reviews trade literature for new developments and products in the field.
Education and Experience required
Bachelor¹s degree or two year Associate Degree with emphasis on sales, or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong skills in work planning, scheduling, and must have good judgment of color, design, and printing quality.
EH&S Manager-Warsaw, Indiana
Excellent Opportunity for an experienced: EH&S Manager with a well established and respected multi-site manufacturer in Warsaw, Indiana, Ohio and Kansas
Reports to: Senior Vice President of US Manufacturing
This position is responsible for the continuous development and effective implementation of the organization’s Environmental, Health and Safety Policies and Procedures. The EHS Manager is ultimately responsible for having an effective workplace environmental, health and safety program and culture in place.
•Provides overall leadership, professional knowledge and expertise in the administration and support of Environmental, Health and Safety processes
•Stay current on existing and proposed environmental, health and safety regulations while providing recommendations for changes to current policies/practices based on new or revised regulations; provide details on regulations through research, case studies, and letters of interpretation; provide advice and counsel concerning compliance, laws, codes, regulations, best practices and standards
•Design, implement and maintain effective environmental, health, and safety programs that comply with relevant regulations, international standards for EH&S programs (ISO-14001 and OHSAS-18001) and the Company’s management system requirements; Create and maintain process documentation including process flow charts, policies, procedures, work instructions, forms, and records as appropriate.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
•Comprehensive knowledge of OSHA/Environmental laws and regulations for Indiana, Ohio, Kansas
•Proven ability to determine root causes of accidents and implement corrective actions
•Strong leadership and proactive problem solving skills
•Broad knowledge of health, safety, and environmental principles, practices and procedures
•Proven ability to communicate and present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form
•Proven ability to write technical documents such as procedures and specifications
•Proficient in the use of personal computers, internet and Microsoft Office suite of software including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio and Outlook (or related e-mail system)
•Ability to demonstrate flexible and efficient time management and to appropriately prioritize workload based upon organization or department needs
•Must have a high level of analytical ability and the ability to make recommendations to effectively resolve problems or issues, by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulation or government law
•Be detail-oriented and have excellent follow-through skills
•Proven ability to work independently, as a member of a team, and as a team leader
•Must possess high degree of professionalism and ability to handle confidential information
Minimum Education and Experience Required:
•BS degree in Occupational Safety and Health, Environmental Management, Industrial Hygiene or closely related field; or a suitable level of experience and expertise in lieu of a degree
•Ten (10) years of professional safety/health experience in a manufacturing environment
Qualified candidates are to send their cover letters and resumes: theprofessionaledgeII@outlook.com with the wording: EH&S Manager in the subject line.
Sales and Marketing Manager $75-90K
Excellent opportunity with a well-established and respected Fort Wayne area organization for a seasoned senior level sales and marketing management professional to oversee sales function both domestically and internationally. Expected to set pricing strategy and work closely with marketing to position products or services to achieve maximum sales potential.
•Directly supervises various managers in the Marketing and Sales, and Graphic departments. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, developing, training and retraining competent staff; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
•Develops and executes comprehensive marketing plans and programs, both short and long range to support sales and revenue objectives of organization.
•Develops and recommends product positioning, packaging, and pricing strategy to produce the highest possible long-term market share
•Oversees development and production of promotional and collateral materials.
•Plans and oversees advertising and promotion activities including trade show exhibits, printed material, online or electronic media, and direct mail.
•Establishes and maintains a consistent corporate image throughout all product lines, promotional materials, and events.
•Working with Technical Service, advises upper management on product development, warranty, design and component issues arising from product problems identified through technical support calls with customers.
Education and/or Experience
•Master's degree (M. A.) or equivalent combination of education and experience
•CSFP Certification
•Ten years related experience in Sales / Marketing
•Five years related experience in Foodservice Equipment Industry.
•Five years experience as senior level manager.
Equipment and Applications
•Knowledge of personal computer utilizing Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook software. Knowledge of MAS90 application is helpful
Other Training or Qualifications
•Excellent knowledge of Foodservice products, pricing practices, and selling skills. Effective management skills with ability to manage a major portion of the company's field sales operations. Excellent time management, communications, decision-making, human relations, presentation and organization skills. Professional appearance and presentation required.
Cover letters and resumes to: theprofessionaledgeII@outlook.com
Accounting Manager 70K
Our client, a well-established manufacturing company, is currently seeking a Cost Accountant for their manufacturing facility in the Fort Wayne, Indiana areas. This more of an Accounting Manager role. Your responsibilities will include the administration and control of project accounting, communication between management, estimating and operations, job analysis estimated vs. actual, reporting job production performance to the Controller and validating estimating assumptions. This is an excellent opportunity to join an organization by providing relevant, timely, and accurate information to facilitate effective and strategic growth.
The ideal candidate for the Cost Accountant role will be proven CPA with a track record in a manufacturing team environment with 5+ years experience. Confident and highly skilled accountant with very strong costing and analytical skills are able to work in a fast paced environment, and have a passion for contributing to the success of the team and the organization. The ability to communicate clearly at every level of the organization will ensure your success in this role. For immediate consideration for this challenging Cost Accountant role, please e-mail your resume to theprofessionaledgeII@outloolk.com quoting Cost Accountant in the subject line.
The Safety Manager is responsible for cultivating a safety conscious work environment and positively influencing safety practices among all employees. This position will be part of the HR team and interact with all levels at the plant.
Responsibilities:
•Implement and coordinate of all Safety Loss Control programs: safety training, policy updates and compliance audits.
•Promote and build and world-class safety culture.
•Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local regulations, standards, codes and company policies.
•Executes, measures, and monitors process to assess overall safety and performance, and to identity opportunities for improvement.
•Work with the business operational managers to ensure that all operational activities are clearly identified and risks assessed to ensure safe working procedures are developed and any safety hazards are appropriately controlled.
•Responsible for effective communication across all departments, ensuring safety policies and training are initiated for new equipment and locations, accident investigation and incident reduction.
•Educates, trains and provides support to operations in the development and execution of consistent safety management programs.
•Working knowledge of IOSHA requirements and regulations
•Identify and analyze occupational hazards and champion their improvements.
•Manage and maintain MSDS and Haz Com program
•Lead incident investigations to ensure root cause analysis and that proper corrective actions are implemented to prevent future incidents.
•Work directly with Worker's Compensation carrier on all cases.
•Develop and effectively communicate safety initiatives plant-wide.
•Knowledge of safety audits, risk assessments (JSA), industrial hygiene, occupational health & safety, safety training, root cause analysis, accident prevention, OSHA regulations, workers compensation, corrective actions, data sampling, hearing conversation and safety standards and certification
Job Requirements:
•Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or Engineering or similar
•5+ years experience in a manufacturing industrial setting.
•Experience performing job safety analysis and implementing behavioral-based safety best practices. (Preferred)
•Proven track record of success in reducing occupational injuries and maintaining compliance through behavioral based safety principals.
•Prior experience in developing and implementing safety programs and effective training programs is required.
•Will not be responsible for environmental programs.
•Must be capable of using proactive interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all levels of employees as well as outside consultants/contractors.
•Must be able to influence and motivate employees, enforce company safety policies and procedures, and recommend corrective actions.
The Safety Manager is responsible for cultivating a safety conscious work environment and positively influencing safety practices among all employees. This position will be part of the HR team and interact with all levels at the plant.
Responsibilities:
•Implement and coordinate of all Safety Loss Control programs: safety training, policy updates and compliance audits.
•Promote and build and world-class safety culture.
•Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local regulations, standards, codes and company policies.
•Executes, measures, and monitors process to assess overall safety and performance, and to identity opportunities for improvement.
•Work with the business operational managers to ensure that all operational activities are clearly identified and risks assessed to ensure safe working procedures are developed and any safety hazards are appropriately controlled.
•Responsible for effective communication across all departments, ensuring safety policies and training are initiated for new equipment and locations, accident investigation and incident reduction.
•Educates, trains and provides support to operations in the development and execution of consistent safety management programs.
•Working knowledge of IOSHA requirements and regulations
•Identify and analyze occupational hazards and champion their improvements.
•Manage and maintain MSDS and Haz Com program
•Lead incident investigations to ensure root cause analysis and that proper corrective actions are implemented to prevent future incidents.
•Work directly with Worker's Compensation carrier on all cases.
•Develop and effectively communicate safety initiatives plant-wide.
•Knowledge of safety audits, risk assessments (JSA), industrial hygiene, occupational health & safety, safety training, root cause analysis, accident prevention, OSHA regulations, workers compensation, corrective actions, data sampling, hearing conversation and safety standards and certification
Job Requirements:
•Bachelor's Degree in Occupational Health and Safety or Engineering or similar
•5+ years experience in a manufacturing industrial setting.
•Experience performing job safety analysis and implementing behavioral-based safety best practices. (Preferred)
•Proven track record of success in reducing occupational injuries and maintaining compliance through behavioral based safety principals.
•Prior experience in developing and implementing safety programs and effective training programs is required.
•Will not be responsible for environmental programs.
•Must be capable of using proactive interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all levels of employees as well as outside consultants/contractors.
•Must be able to influence and motivate employees, enforce company safety policies and procedures, and recommend corrective actions.
Consumer Products/Industrial Manufacturing Company is looking for:
POSITION: Manager, Human Resources
LOCATION: Position can be based in La Grange, North Carolina (Goldsboro Area)
SALARY: 75-85k + Bonus
DEGREE: preferred
EXPERIENCE: 5+ years
RELOCATION: Available
SKILLS non union a plus
This person develop and maintain successful working relationships with management team in order to influence and provide effective HR processes, advice and support.
Provide proactive coaching, consultation and direction to management in areas of employee relations, performance management, training and development, compensation and overall organizational effectiveness.
Organize and participate in selection and hiring process. Interview and screen applicants, provide interview training, recruit prospective employees, and coordinate searches with recruiters.
Prepare position descriptions, track employment requisitions and Affirmative Action Forms, and direct all aspects of pre-employment screening and conduct new hire orientation. Responsible for tracking applicant flow for local hiring.
Increase understanding and consistent application of company policies, procedures, and practices through training, coaching, one-on-one communication and policy interpretation. Observe and promote adherence to policies, regulations and Global Business Standards.
