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production manager

Element Materials Technology

<div>Overview:
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Element has an opportunity for a<b> Production Manager</b> to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will oversee the planning, execution and delivery of material testing projects ensuring adherence to quality standards, and timelines. The Production Manager has daily responsibility to supervise project management and give clear technical guidance as necessary across a wide range of the laboratory's testing capabilities. The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of material testing methodologies.</div><div><br>
Salary: $100,000 &ndash; $115,000 per year (depending on experience)</div><br>
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Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Responsible for working closely with the Business development team for technical review of quotations and qualification of leads.</li><li>Manage and motivate a team of Project Managers to ensure all facets of order entry/ job planning processes provide an optimum customer service level that are in line with business operating plans and strategic objectives.</li><li>Review the full work scope to ensure that it can be executed in a safe way and at a high- quality standard and if necessary, ensuring a risk assessment is conducted</li><li>Track and monitor output/results while providing feedback and making recommendations to processes in order to continuously improve.</li><li>Review technical standards and requirements, and where appropriate write job specific test procedures, liaise with clients on all matters technical and status related</li><li>Provide technical training and development support to staff</li><li>Work with assigned staff to ensure work schedules are maintained and balanced</li><li>Provide clear directions to the lab / Technicians by means of machining matrices &amp; test worksheets to ensure successful completion of the client requirements within timescales</li><li>Arrange and supervise on-site witnessing by clients and representatives during stand</li><li>Perform review and audit activities on jobs including technical contract review, technical procedure review / audit, job start readiness review and job close review</li><li>Report and present results, close and invoice projects, create and archive job packs for each project</li><li>Maintain an environment of respect and dignity within the department covering employee interactions and problem solving while ensuring work rules are known and followed</li><li>Works effectively with lab functional managers and supervisors to develop and maintain positive employee relations</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul>
Skills / Qualifications:
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Skills/Qualifications</b></div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering or Material Science, or 10 years&rsquo; experience in a related field.</li><li>5 years of leadership experience within a related industry.</li><li>Analytical problem-solving skills</li><li>Excellent attention to detail and highly organized</li><li>Strong written &amp; verbal communication</li><li>Adaptable and flexible in approach</li><li>Familiar with national and international testing standards</li><li>Demonstrated understanding of TIC sector regulatory and industry requirements to align with customer needs and expectations</li><li>Familiar with a wide range of physical test methods, including fracture fatigue, corrosion aging, and metallography.</li></ul><div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Work Environment</b></h3><div>
Primarily office and laboratory setting, with regular interaction across technical and operational teams.</div><div>
Occasional presence in test areas involving exposure to mechanical equipment, heat, noise, and laboratory materials.</div><div>
Must follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements.</div><div>
Standard business hours with potential for extended or weekend hours based on project demands.</div><div>
Collaborative, fast-paced environment focused on technical excellence and customer satisfaction.</div><ul><li>
NOTE: This position requires access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, and services. U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, protected person status under 8 U.S.C. &sect; 1324b(a)(3), or U.S. Government export authorization is required. Any offer of employment is contingent upon the employer obtaining the necessary export authorization, including, if required, an export license from the U.S. Department of Commerce&rsquo;s Bureau of Industry and Security, the U.S. Department of State&rsquo;s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, or other applicable government agency.</li></ul>
Company Overview:
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Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to &lsquo;Make tomorrow safer than today&rsquo;.</div><div></div><div><br>
When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&amp;D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.</div><div></div><div><br>
While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.</div><div></div><div><br>
Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.</div>
Diversity Statement:
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At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming &ldquo;the world&rsquo;s most trusted testing partner&rdquo;.</p><p></p><p><br>
All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.</p><p></p><p><br>
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor&rsquo;s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)</p><p></p><p><br>
&ldquo;If you need an accommodation filling out an application, or applying to a job, please email Recruitment@element.com&rdquo;</p></div>

Production Manager

Beusa Energy

<div><div><div><b>Purchasing Manager (Materials)</b></div></div><div><div><b>
Job Description</b></div></div><p>
</p><div><div><b>Department: </b>Supply Chain
</div></div><div><div><b>Job Status:</b> Full Time</div></div><div><div><b>
FLSA Status: </b>Exempt
</div></div><div><div><b>Reports To:</b> Senior Purchasing Manager</div></div><div><div><b>
Location: </b>The Woodlands, TX
</div></div><div><div><b>Amount of Travel Required:</b> Less than 5%</div></div><div><div><b>
Work Schedule: </b>M-F, 8am &ndash; 5pm<i>
</i></div></div><div><div><b>Positions Supervised: </b>Procurement Lead, Procurement Specialist</div></div><div><div><b>
AIP Level</b>: 5</div></div><p>
</p><div><div><b>POSITION SUMMARY: </b>The Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading the procurement strategy and operations to ensure the timely acquisition of goods and services at optimal cost and quality. This role oversees supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, and collaborates with internal stakeholders to support business objectives and maintain inventory levels.</div></div><p>
</p><div><div><b>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:</b> (The following duties and responsibilities are all essential job functions, as defined by the ADA, except for those that begin with the word &quot;may.&quot;)</div></div><ul><li><div>
Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with company goals.</div></li><li><div>
Manage the procurement process from requisition to payment, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.</div></li><li><div>
Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.</div></li><li><div>
Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong vendor relationships.</div></li><li><div>
Analyze market trends and pricing to identify cost-saving opportunities.</div></li><li><div>
Collaborate with production, logistics, and finance teams to forecast demand and manage inventory.</div></li><li><div>
Ensure timely delivery of materials and resolve any supply chain disruptions.</div></li><li><div>
Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and inventory.</div></li><li><div>
Lead and mentor the purchasing team, promoting continuous improvement and professional development.</div></li><li><div>
Prepare reports and present purchasing metrics to senior leadership.</div></li><li><div>
Perform other related duties as assigned to assist with successful platform operation, development, and business continuity.</div></li></ul><div><div><b>
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:</b></div></div><ul><li><div>
Successfully pass background check.</div></li><li><div>
Possess a valid U.S. Driver's License.</div></li><li><div>
Consistent and reliable in person attendance.</div></li></ul><div><div><b>
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE LEVEL</b></div></div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.</div></li><li><div>
5+ years of experience in procurement or purchasing, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.</div></li></ul><div><div><b>
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES, AND ABILITIES</b></div></div><ul><li><div>
Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills.</div></li><li><div>
Proficiency in ERP systems and procurement software.</div></li><li><div>
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</div></li><li><div>
Knowledge of contract law and vendor management best practices.</div></li><li><div>
Certification in procurement (e.g., CPM, CPSM, CIPS) preferred</div></li><li><div>
Experience in global sourcing and logistics preferred</div></li><li><div>
Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies preferred</div></li></ul><div><div><b>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT</b></div></div><div><div>
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
</div></div><p></p><div><div>The Purchasing Manager works indoors in an office setting, primarily sitting for extended periods of time at a desk station, keyboarding and using repetitive motions with wrists, hands, and or fingers. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus while reading and staring at computer monitor. They will also need to speak clearly and audibly, as well as have the ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and /or other sounds (e.g., building alarms) deriving from in person speech, telephone, or other remote speech. No adverse environmental conditions are expected. While in the office, the Purchasing Manager may be called upon to stand, kneel, push, pull, reach overhead, stoop, crouch, climb, and lift; therefore, the Purchasing Manager should be able to lift 25 lbs. independently</div></div><p>
</p><div><div>Work hours <b><i>may include </i></b>early morning, late evenings, and weekends, depending on business necessity.</div></div><p>
</p><div><div><b>AAP /EEO STATEMENT</b></div></div><div><div>
The Company is committed to the cause of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, thus abiding by all applicable state and federal laws. Our practices regarding employment, job promotion, compensation, training, and termination do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, sex, national origin, veteran's status, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. It is expected that all employees, both management and staff, will fully support these nondiscriminatory policies.</div></div><p>
</p><div><div>The company has reviewed this job description to ensure essential functions and duties have been included. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities.
</div></div><p></p><div><div>Last Revised 09/2025</div></div></div>

Purchasing Manager

Comfort Systems USA

<div><div>POSITION OVERVIEW:</div><div>
The Project Manager (PM) II role is to provide management for TAS projects, focusing on moderate to high complexity data center infrastructure and turnkey construction projects. The PM II directs all phases of projects from inception through completion and serves as the customer advocate to ensure on-time delivery within budgets. The PM II plays a proactive role in problem identification and resolution. This role requires the ability to execute multiple projects simultaneously depending on complexity.</div><div></div><div>
KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:</div><div>
PROPOSAL STAGE:</div><ul><li>
Provide assistance to the Proposal Department in providing construction cost interface from the Installation Contractor.</li><li>
Manage the preliminary design process as it pertains to the solicitation of bids from Installation Contractors and other suppliers.</li><li>
Provide guidance to Sales and Proposal in fine-tuning of the project scope and pre-award budgets.</li><li>
Negotiate moderate commercial issues with vendors and customers with support from Senior Management.</li><li>
Assist in the development of requirements and division of responsibilities, providing guidance to Application Engineering on scope and pre-award budgets.</li></ul><div></div><div>
PROJECT AWARD:</div><ul><li>
At the time of project order (and subsequent project kick-off meeting) the Project Manager assumes full Customer interface for engineering, deliver, and construction execution. The Project Manager will also be active in the contract pre-award stage to ensure clear definitions of project scope of work, schedule and appropriate budget controls.</li></ul><div></div><div>
ENGINEERING &amp; FABRICATION:</div><ul><li>
Primary focal point for project written and verbal communication between TAS and the customer.</li><li>
Provide mentoring and guidance to Assistant Project Managers assigned to the project team</li><li>
Work closely with the Master Scheduler in determining the project start&ndash;to-finish schedule.</li><li>
Responsible for internal distribution of all project related documentation for review and revisions as required.</li><li>
Interacts with suppliers on all scope, commercial, and schedule issues.</li><li>
Responsible for orchestrating the internal resources needed for project execution (ie Materials Management, Document Control, QA/QC, Fabrication, Engineering, and Service)</li><li>
Responsible for preparation of scope related documents such as a Master Document Lists, and Project Document Distribution Lists, and Project Document Distribution Lists.</li><li>
Conduct periodic project budget reviews and prepare forecasts to completion.</li><li>
Solicit and review project specific accounting data for budget analysis and forecasting.</li></ul><div></div><div>
CONTRACT/CONSTRUCTION:</div><ul><li>
Assumes full Customer interface for engineering, delivery, and construction issues.</li><li>
The Project Manager is the Customer&rsquo;s single contact point for all technical issues.</li><li>
Promptly issue all field construction documents to installation contractors after receipt of order.</li><li>
Coordinate with Project Engineer designated by the Engineering Manager for equipment selections, ongoing production issues, purchasing, production control, etc.</li><li>
Field all inquiries from the Customer and the Customer&rsquo;s main EPC contractor (where applicable). The Project manager ensures that the Project Engineer compiles and transmits all O&amp;M information.</li><li>
Coordinate payment issues, attempting to maximize our leverage between payments to our installation contractors and suppliers, and invoicing to our customer. The Project Manager protects against scope creep and solicits project change orders where appropriate.</li><li>
The Project Manager implements risk management processes throughout the project life cycle and ensures lessons learned are captured.</li></ul><div></div><div>
STARTUP AND CLOSEOUT:</div><ul><li>
Coordinates with the Service Department in the start-up, commissioning, and training needs of the project by providing all technical references and by coordinating schedules with the Customer.</li><li>
Expedites project closeout and release of any related retainage.</li><li>
Implements a warranty kick-off meeting with the Service Department.</li><li>
Any other responsibilities as assigned by TAS.</li></ul><div></div><div>
JOB SKILLS:</div><ul><li>
Sound knowledge of business management principles, practices and procedures and strong negotiations skills</li><li>
Excellent communication, organizational and time management skill</li><li>
Ability to set priorities and work independently</li><li>
Build relationships with Customers and stakeholders</li><li>
Knowledge and hands-on experience in managing project scope related to data center construction projects including developing project management plans, schedules, staffing plans, budgets (ETC/EACs), identifying and managing risks, ensuring project quality, and managing customers, stakeholders, and vendors.</li><li>
Strong crossover skills in the areas of HVAC principles, civil/structural/mechanical design, power wiring, and controls architecture, and modular system design and manufacturing</li><li>
Proficient in MS Office, MS Project, and database usage.</li><li>
Familiarity with ANSI, ASME, API, and OSHA Standards</li></ul><div></div><div>
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE:</div><ul><li>
5+ years of data center construction project experience</li><li>
5+ years of experience with internet technology companies is a plus</li><li>
5+ years of experience in Project Management with significant level of experience in a packaged equipment type of environment.</li><li>
Have industrial HVAC, energy service contracting (ESCO), or central refrigeration plant experience.</li><li>
Gas Turbine power generation experience.</li><li>
Project cost estimating, project management, construction management, and familiarity with insurance and bonds.</li></ul><div></div><div>
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:</div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in engineering from an accredited four-year engineering program</li><li>
P.C. or PE, or PMP license/certification would be a plus</li></ul><div></div><div>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:</div><div>
Position is at least 80% to 95% at a desk working with computer. Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Performs other physical activities including use of fingers, sitting, stooping, bending, crouching, talking, hearing and performing repetitive motions. Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision necessary to prepare and analyze data and figures, operate a computer terminal and conduct extensive reading. The incumbent will be subject to inside environmental conditions.</div><div></div><div>
COMPANY OVERVIEW:</div><div>
Join a team driven to excel in all that we do! When you join TAS, you join a Houston-headquartered company that is part of a large Houston-headquartered publicly traded company, Comfort Systems USA, with a solid reputation built on outstanding value, integrity, and customer focus. We offer our customers and employees the best of both worlds: a small company feel with the resources, talent, process, and international reach of a large company.</div><div></div><div>
TAS delivers innovative packaged modular systems that are engineered and manufactured in one of our Houston, TX facilities and utilized in data centers, power, and commercial/industrial utility system applications. TAS has successfully delivered and commissioned over 520 packages to over 33 countries. The company is headquartered in Houston, TX and has five ISO 9001 certified manufacturing facilities in Houston, encompassing 1.2m sq. feet with proximity to major shipping ports and interstate highways. TAS manages all logistics and transportation facilitating accelerated construction at customers&rsquo; facilities.</div><div></div><div>
TAS&rsquo; fastest growing business is the data center market. By applying deep expertise in cooling, thermodynamics, and power, TAS has developed an entire product line that revolutionizes data center delivery.</div><div></div><div>
With our tremendous market potential, advanced technological systems, entrepreneurial culture as well as a talented and productive workforce, we continue to set and exceed aggressive market penetration and financial goals. More information is available on the company website at: <div>www.tas.com</div>.</div><div></div><div><i>
IMPORTANT NOTICE: TAS has a tobacco-free workplace policy, under which individuals are not allowed to smoke or use tobacco or nicotine products on the TAS premises, while conducting TAS business off premises or take &quot;smoking&quot; breaks during working hours. &ldquo;smoking&rdquo; and &ldquo;tobacco or nicotine products&rdquo; includes, but is not limited to, products such as cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes, vaping, all forms of smokeless tobacco (chewing tobacco, snuff, dip) and clove cigarettes.</i></div><div></div><div><i>
The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the job.</i></div><div></div><div><i>
Applications and resumes will be kept on file for a limited time and the Company is under no duty or obligation to contact applicants if they are not selected for the job applied for or if other jobs become available in the future. Applicants that desire to apply for a job that becomes available at the Company in the future, should submit a new employment application or resume.</i></div><div><i>
TAS Energy Inc. guarantees equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.</i></div></div><div></div>

Project Manager II

Quanex

<div>
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   Implement and maintain indirect procurement best practices, policies, and procedures across the organization.
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   Serve as the thought leader for indirect procurement aspects of risk mitigation, sustainability, technology, automation, and data analytics.
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   Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for category and supplier performance and sourcing effectiveness.
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   Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, EHS, finance, corporate, and legal to ensure alignment of sourcing activities with business needs.
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   Analyze market trends, commodity prices, and geopolitical factors to anticipate and mitigate risks.
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   Stay abreast of global trade regulations, tariffs, and compliance requirements, ensuring adherence across all sourcing activities.
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   Keep senior management team informed regularly about indirect sourcing activities, progress, and key developments.
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   Create and sustain a culture of talent development, performance management and accountability.
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   Proven track record of delivering significant indirect cost savings and process improvements.
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   7+ years of progressive experience in indirect procurement within a multi-site manufacturing environment and a minimum of five years in a leadership role
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Senior Manager, Indirect Procurement

Ruby signs

<p><b>Job Overview</b><br/>We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented <b>Sign Shop Operator / Production Designer</b> to join our growing sign manufacturing team, where creativity meets precision! In this vibrant role, you'll bring visual concepts to life through sign manufacturing and digital design. The role requires strong <b>CorelDRAW proficiency</b> and hands-on experience creating sign layouts, technical drawings, and fabrication-ready files. You will produce precise, production-approved artwork while working closely with the fabrication team to support a wide range of custom signage projects.</p><p><b>Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Create, edit, and manage sign designs and technical drawings using <b>CorelDRAW</b> (mandatory)</li><li>Prepare production-ready files for CNC routing, laser cutting, and fabrication</li><li>Work with <b>CorelDRAW</b> and <b>Adobe Illustrator</b>, using PDFs as needed for design and file conversion, to prepare accurate, production-ready artwork</li><li>Develop scaled layouts, shop drawings, and detailed sign drawings</li><li>Coordinate with production and fabrication teams to ensure accuracy</li><li>Review drawings for dimensions, materials, and specifications</li><li>Maintain organized digital files and production documentation</li><li>Assist with sign production tasks as needed</li></ul><p><b>Skills</b></p><ul><li>Strong <b>CorelDRAW</b> experience &ndash; REQUIRED</li><li>Ability to create designs and technical drawings in CorelDRAW</li><li>Working knowledge of <b>Adobe Illustrator</b></li><li>Understanding of sign manufacturing processes and materials</li><li>Ability to read, create, and interpret shop drawings</li><li>High attention to detail and accuracy</li><li>Ability to work independently and as part of a team</li><li><b>CNC Router</b> &ndash; VCarve</li><li><b>Laser Cutter</b> &ndash; LightBurn</li><li><b>UV Flatbed Printer</b> &ndash; RIP software (ONYX or similar)</li><li><b>Roll-to-Roll Printer</b> &ndash; ONYX Software</li><li><b>Roland Printer</b> &ndash; VersaWorks</li><li><b>Summa Plotter</b> &ndash; Summa GoSign</li><li><b>Kongsberg Cutter</b> &ndash; iQueue / iQue</li><li><b>Letter Bender</b> &ndash; SDS Bender CAD</li><li>Sign industry experience preferred (but not mandatory for the right candidate)</li></ul><p>Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour</p><p>Expected hours: 40.0 per week</p><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Sign Shop Operator / Production Designer

MMP Bay Area

<p>Minuteman Press, the world&rsquo;s largest and top-rated digital print, marketing and design franchise is seeking candidates for a position with our Houston, TX location as a Print Shop Designer / Production Associate. This position will be responsible for assisting our customers via telephone, email, and in person at our office with their print, promotional and design projects.</p><p>Experience with digital printers such as Xerox, Konica Minolta or similar using a Command Workstation is required. Large format printing experience is a plus.</p><p><b>To be considered for this position you must meet the following requirements:</b></p><ul><li>Experience with Graphic Design (Adobe Creative Cloud).</li><li>Understand, set-up and operate digital print equipment.</li><li>Must know how to set-up files for printing, color calibrating, imposition.</li><li>Preparing files for print production; checking fonts, links and colors, creating bleeds, crops and imposing art when required.</li><li>Communicate courteously with clients to assist them with the creation of jobs. Review job specification from work orders and ensure that client files are accurate to produce job.</li><li>This position WILL assist with bindery, cutting, folding and large format. Actual production of finished product, from digital presses to wide-format printers.</li><li>Excellent time-management skills. You should be able to juggle multiple tasks and aggressive daily deadlines with minimal supervision and extraordinary attention to detail.</li><li>Work both independently and as a member of a team, from concept to completion.</li><li>Working with and manipulating PDF files.</li><li>Excellent organizational &amp; communication skills (written &amp; verbal)</li><li>General shop cleaning</li></ul><p>If you are enthusiastic, enjoy working with people and you are looking for a great opportunity in an exciting industry, please submit your resume along with a cover letter.</p><p>Please note: We are unable to consider candidates currently residing outside of Houston, TX.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour</p><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Operating Print Production Equipment: 2 years (Required)</li></ul><p>Ability to Commute:</p><ul><li>Houston, TX 77003 (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Print Shop Graphic Designer / Production Associate

The Doughnut Peddler

<p><b>Job Description</b></p><p>Who doesn&rsquo;t love doughnuts, right?!<br/><b>TDP Bakery</b> exists to bring fresh, indulgent bakery products to places where people could normally never enjoy them. Fresh, never frozen bakery is just better. We look for team members who believe in providing <b>Honestly Fresh&trade;</b> food in an ocean of frozen and preservative-filled products through our <b>Doughnut Peddler&trade;</b> and <b>BakeFace&trade;</b> brands, along with additional products produced under our partners&rsquo; labels. We strive to be <b>Indispensable Partners</b> with customers who want to deliver that same benefit to their consumers.</p><p>Are you ready for a new opportunity in a <b>team-oriented environment</b> with leaders who will support you, value you, and help you grow your career? Does having fun at work sound right up your alley?</p><p>The <b>Industrial Maintenance Technician</b> plays a critical role in keeping our bakery running safely, efficiently, and reliably. This position is responsible for performing scheduled and unscheduled <b>electro-mechanical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs</b> on production equipment and facility systems to support production uptime, food safety, and product quality.</p><p><b>Who We Are</b></p><p>TDP Bakery is an established company that manufactures and <b>self-distributes to thousands of locations nightly</b>. This formerly small family business has expanded rapidly over the past five years but still maintains the benefits of a <b>close-knit culture and entrepreneurial spirit</b>. Our bakeries manufacture <b>millions of fresh bakery items every week</b>, and our distribution teams drive enough miles each day to circle the earth&mdash;so our customers can enjoy something truly fresh.</p><p><b>Here Are Just a Few of the Perks</b></p><ul><li>Ongoing opportunity for advancement</li><li><b>1.5x pay for any hours worked over 40 (per week)</b></li><li>Leadership that coaches and supports your growth</li><li>Full benefits &ndash; medical, dental, vision, life, and disability</li><li>Paid Time Off (PTO)</li><li>Employee referral bonus</li><li>Weekly pay</li></ul><p><b>Pay:</b> <b>$25.00&ndash;$30.00 per hour</b>, dependent upon relevant work experience (discussed further during interview)</p><p><b>Primary Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to ensure equipment reliability and production readiness.</li><li>Troubleshoot and repair bakery production equipment, including conveyors, fryers, motors, and automated machinery.</li><li>Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical systems, including PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, control devices, and low- and high-voltage systems.</li><li>Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.</li><li>Respond quickly to equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.</li><li>Inspect, maintain, and repair commercial/industrial HVAC systems, including rooftop units, air handlers, and ventilation systems.</li><li>Perform basic plumbing, carpentry, and welding tasks as needed to support facility operations.</li><li>Operate forklifts and scissor lifts safely to access equipment and transport materials.</li><li>Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, and documentation.</li><li>Promote a safe work environment by following all safety protocols and using required PPE.</li><li>Maintain compliance with <b>GMP, HACCP, and food safety standards</b>, keeping work areas clean and audit-ready.</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives and partner with Production, Sanitation, and Quality teams.</li><li>Perform related duties as required. Related duties may not be specifically listed but are consistent with the responsibility level of the role.</li></ul><p><b>Requirements</b></p><ul><li>High school diploma or GED required.</li><li>Minimum <b>2 years of industrial or commercial maintenance experience</b> (food manufacturing preferred).</li><li>Hands-on experience with electro-mechanical troubleshooting and repair.</li><li>Working knowledge of electrical systems, including low- and high-voltage.</li><li>Experience with PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, and industrial controls preferred.</li><li>Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical documents.</li><li>Ability to obtain forklift certification.</li><li>Ability to work extended shifts, weekends, holidays, or overtime as business needs require.</li><li>Ability to work in hot, cold, humid, or dusty environments.</li><li>Ability to stand and move throughout the facility for the duration of the shift and lift/move up to <b>50 lbs</b>.</li></ul><p><i><b>Pay is highly competitive and dependent upon relevant work experience.</b></i></p><p>We look forward to welcoming you to the family&hellip; <b>apply today!</b></p><p><b>TDP Bakery is an Equal Opportunity Employer</b> and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, disability, or any other category protected by law.<br/>People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour</p><p>Expected hours: No less than 40 per week</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Referral program</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply</p><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Have you ever worked in a food manufacturing environment before?</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Industrial maintenance: 3 years (Preferred)</li><li>Programmable logic controllers: 2 years (Preferred)</li><li>High voltage: 2 years (Preferred)</li><li>Low voltage: 2 years (Preferred)</li><li>Electro-mechanical repair: 2 years (Preferred)</li><li>Blueprint reading: 2 years (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Ability to Commute:</p><ul><li>Houston, TX 77040 (Required)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Industrial Maintenance Technician

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