procurement manager

purchasing manager

purchasing coordinator

Metropolitan Community College

<div></div><div><div><div><p><b>About MCC</b></p>
<p>Metropolitan Community College is the oldest public institution of higher learning in Kansas City, Missouri, founded in 1915 as the Kansas City Polytechnic Institute. The Junior College of Kansas City, as it was known starting in 1919, was one of the first schools in the country to award an associate degree. Today, MCC offers 125 associate degree and certificate programs.</p>
<p>Metropolitan Community College comprises five campuses (including MCC-Online) on the Missouri side of the Greater Kansas City area 47 major buildings and about 550 acres in all: MCC-Blue River, located in Independence, Missouri; MCC-Longview located in Lee's Summit, Missouri, MCC-Maple Woods located in the Northland of Kansas City, Missouri; and MCC-Penn Valley, located in Midtown Kansas City, Missouri.</p>
<p>MCC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. In addition, several programs have specific accreditations as well.</p><br>
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<p><b>***MCC does </b><b>not</b><b> provide employer-paid sponsorships.</b></p><br>
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</div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Summary</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Incumbents coordinating district-wide purchasing activities.</p></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Essential Functions</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><ul><li>Coordinate all operations related to the acquisition of District-wide furnishings; work may involve assigning work to staff; ensuring process and operational efficiency; and ensuring compliance with applicable policies and procedures</li><li>
Facilitate and oversee competitive solicitation processes such as quotes, bids, RFP's &amp; RFQ's through the award recommendation/interview processes; collaborate with District-wide personnel in developing purchase specifications; and makes recommendations for awards; work may involve researching, compiling, and analyzing procurement- and financial-related information</li><li>
Administer District-wide procurement cards; work may involve troubleshooting user accounts, reporting fraudulent activity, ordering new/replacement cards, closing cards, adjusting spending limits, and reconciling monthly statements</li><li>
Maintain purchase order systems; work may involve approving, changing, and/or closing orders; reopening or closing purchase orders; and reviewing budgetary information</li><li>
Prepare and maintain reports, records, forms, and other documentation for review and approval by Board of Trustees, and maintain and update purchasing databases and websites, to ensure timely and accurate documentation, and compliance with applicable laws, policies, and procedures.</li><li>
Coordinate with and/or serves as a liaison to staff, faculty, vendors, the legal department, and other internal/external staff, departments, and/or agencies to communicate information, resolve issues, and facilitate departmental operations</li><li>
Conduct extensive research for projects, includes collecting and providing examples for solicitation development; and finding new vendors to register to do business with MCC</li><li>
Attend outreach events relating to vendors and provide and assist them in registering and working with the College</li><li>
Coordinate district-wide purchasing activities and collaborate with district personnel to research and develop specifications/scope of work for solicitations</li><li>
Collaborate with internal and external constituencies and Legal to draft and execute contracts</li><li>
Review, research and approve requisitions through the financial system</li><li>
Oversee process for vendors to register with MCC and submit bids electronically</li><li>
Facilitate processing of purchase orders including order review and approval, changes and closes purchase orders, and budgets check</li><li>
Maintain and update Purchasing website</li><li>
Perform other duties as assigned</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Physical Requirements</b></h2></div>
<div><p>Minimum Qualifications:</p><br>
<ul><li>
Associate&rsquo;s degree or two-year technical certificate*</li><li>
Three (3) years' experience in purchasing support or related area</li></ul><br>
Preferred Qualifications:<br>
<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Minimum Education Qualification can be substituted with an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.</li></ul><br>
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:<br>
<ul><li>
Knowledge of procurement principles and practices</li><li>
Knowledge of product and service research methods</li><li>
Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, codes, and/or statutes</li><li>
Knowledge of contract administration and maintenance principles and practices</li><li>
Knowledge of accounting practices and processes</li><li>
Knowledge of negotiation practices</li><li>
Knowledge of basic budgeting principles</li><li>
Knowledge of service and material sources and suppliers</li><li>
Skilled in using a computer and related software applications</li><li>
Skilled in processing requests for procurements</li><li>
Skilled in conducting research</li><li>
Skilled in preparing and maintaining a variety of records and reports</li><li>
Skilled in obtaining and interpreting market prices and trends</li><li>
Skilled in developing and analyzing complex solicitations, specifications, and conditions for bids and proposals</li><li>
Skilled in interpreting contractual terms and conditions</li><li>
Skilled in coordinating and evaluating bid and proposal solicitations</li><li>
Skilled in utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and others sufficient to exchange or convey information.</li></ul><br>
Physical Requirements<br>
Positions in this class typically require grasping, hearing, keyboarding, reaching, repetitive motion, standing, talking, visual acuity and walking. The work is sedentary and requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly.</div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Supplemental Information</b></h2></div>
<div><p>EEO Statement:<br>
Metropolitan Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, birth ancestry, national origin, or disability. EOE/ M/ F/ Vets/ Disabled<br>
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Accommodations:<br>
MCC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, MCC will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations in all aspects of employment, including the application process. To request an accommodation and/or a copy of the Americans with Disabilities Act applicant procedures, please contact the Office of Human Resources.</p></div></div></div>
<br><div></div><div><div><div><p>We offer a complete benefits package including:</p><ul> <li>Health care (medical, dental and vision) </li><li>Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account </li><li>Employee Assistance Program </li><li>Retirement including deferred compensation plans </li><li>Life insurance including long-term and short-term disability </li><li>Paid time off (holidays, vacation, and sick leave) </li><li>Professional development </li><li>And much more!</li></ul></div></div></div><p></p>

Purchasing Coordinator

Saint-Gobain

<div><b>WHY DO WE NEED YOU?</b><p><br>
This position is responsible for managing all purchasing and compliance functions for the facility. This position will perform all purchasing activities, negotiate payment terms, and execute contracts for both goods and services. This role will need to focus on cost savings, implementation, and adherence to global compliance, and utilization of digital tools while providing timely service to our internal customers.</p>
<ul>
<li>Develops and maintains a Road Map to assess local suppliers. Negotiates local spend and contracts utilizing Saint-Gobain e-tools for bidding (ProSource) for all OPEX and CAPEX spend over $35k.</li>
<li>Reports all hard and soft savings at the end of each project using Purchaser Performance Management (PPM) Saint-Gobain e-tool.</li>
<li>Creates contracts using standard templates and exhibits, monitors the validity of all contracts, and ensures that they are uploaded into the appropriate contract management tool.</li>
<li>Ensures maximum compliance with Corporate Preferred Supplier Programs.</li>
<li>Drive compliance for the use of Agora at the site level.</li>
<li>Coordinates competitive bidding for all site purchasing categories with various stakeholders.</li>
<li>Creates purchase orders and manages inbound supply.</li>
<li>Manages and resolves invoice exceptions in the IOL System (Invoices-On-Line) and works on resolving root causes of invoice discrepancies, including support for Goods Received Invoice Received (GRIR).</li>
<li>Monitors and updates anticipated delivery dates in ERP.</li>
<li>Proactively analyses local practices, suggests and implements improvements to drive optimization, efficiencies, and best-practice utilization.</li>
<li>Monitors and reports vendor performance using digital tools while addressing deficiencies as needed.</li>
<li>Serves as a gatekeeper for purchasing policy compliance and adherence to internal control requirements at the site.</li>
<li>Owns monthly reporting for purchasing KPIs and plant-specific metrics.</li>
<li>Participates in recurring meetings with plant requisitioners, engineers, and department managers to determine purchasing assistance and requirements.</li>
<li>Provides remote vacation coverage for Site Buyer roles in other manufacturing facilities and ad hoc coverage for other responsibilities as directed by the manager.</li>
<li>Provides backup coverage for the Senior Raw Material Planner during vacations</li>
</ul>
<p>PURCHASING DUTIES
</p><ul><li>Processes purchase orders for Capex, Expense, Maintenance, Storeroom MRO Reorders and/or Raw Materials as assigned or as necessary with required documentation</li>
<li>Review vendor confirmation for variances, update POs as necessary or work with Maintenance Requisitioner to resolve any variances. Pushback on unreasonable price increases if warranted and resend updated PO copies to vendors.</li>
<li>Manage VMI Vending relationship, monitoring of the invoices and assist with any issues.</li>
<li>Review the Open PO and GRIR Reports to resolve and close timely</li>
<li>Train new Requisitioners, Approvers and Receivers on Purchasing Policies, Procedures and SAP Processes</li></ul><p></p><b><br>
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?</b><p><br>
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</p>
<ul>
<li>Travel as necessary for meetings and trainings</li>
<li>Site audits of vendors and/or vendor facility tours when necessary.</li>
<li>Completes all the mandatory purchasing training online and in-person.</li>
<li>Completes all the mandatory safety trainings or other trainings online and in-person</li>
<li>Participates in plant-level meetings, purchasing meetings, and specific events as defined in the operations cadence.</li>
<li>Performs analysis of portfolio of spend, looking for synergies for negotiations across all BUs.</li>
<li>Monitors and mitigates single sourcing situations.</li>
<li>Documentation Process Coordinator for files and records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of documentation and compliance with established policies and audit guidelines.</li>
<li>Works collaboratively with peers to exchange best practices and enhance professionalism and purchasing skillset to enable an integrated and high-performing purchasing function overall.</li>
</ul>
<p>QUALIFICATIONS:</p>
<ul>
<li>Requires a bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent experience, which will provide a working knowledge of the laws, regulations, practices, and procedures concerned with purchasing activities.</li>
<li>5+ years&rsquo; experience in purchasing, inventory management, or manufacturing activities.</li>
<li>Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.</li>
<li>Passion for accomplishing preferred quality, service, and best value in Purchasing</li>
</ul>
<p>PREFERRED OR DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS</p>
<ul>
<li>SAP systems knowledge (Strongly Preferred)</li>
<li>Comfortable working in a team environment.</li>
<li>Leadership during projects and at the facility</li>
<li>Experience using continuous improvement tools</li>
<li>Experience in a manufacturing environment (Strongly Preferred)</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.</li>
</ul><br>
<b>A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US</b><p><br>
Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan &quot;Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed,&quot; inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings.</p>
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A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world&rsquo;s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com</p><b><br>
LEGAL STATEMENT</b><p><br>
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.</p>
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Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state&rsquo;s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.</p><b><br>
BENEFITS IN JOINING US</b><p><br>
Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.</p>
<ul>
<li>Health and Well-being &ndash; Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.</li>
<li>Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance</li>
<li>Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options</li>
<li>LiveWell Wellness Program</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li>
<li>Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave</li>
<li>Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.</li>
<li>401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan</li>
<li>Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&amp;D, Short-Term Disability</li>
<li>Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and</li>
<li>Accident Insurance</li>
<li>Additional Benefits &ndash; Helping shape the experience and impact you want</li>
<li>Commuter Benefits</li>
<li>Group Legal</li>
<li>Identity Theft Protection</li>
<li>Auto and Home Insurance</li>
<li>Pet Insurance and Discounts</li>
<li>Back-up Child and Elder Care</li>
<li>PerkSpot Employee Discount Program</li>
<li>Volunteer Day</li>
</ul><br>
Job Reference: USA13177</div>

Site Buyer

Catalent Pharma Solutions

<div><p>Buyer/Planner</p><p></p><p><b>
Position Summary:</b></p><p></p><ul><li><b>
Work Schedule: </b>M-F 1st shift</li><li>
100% on-site</li></ul><p></p><p>
Catalent&rsquo;s Kansas City facility is home to our Oral &amp; Specialty Drug Delivery, Biologics Analytical Services and Clinical Supply Services businesses. The site provides a range of integrated services for oral solid dosage forms, from formulation development and analytical testing to clinical and commercial-scale manufacture. The Kansas City facility is a Center-of-Excellence for our Biologics Analytical Services business. Our talented team has over 25 years of experience providing analytical services for stand-alone and integrated biologics projects.</p><p></p><p><b>
Catalent Pharma Solutions in Kansas City, MO is hiring a Project Manager.</b> The Kansas City Clinical Supply Services Buyer / Planner performs purchasing activities for the site including planning and procurement of all components necessary to complete packaging and distribution orders. This includes creating purchase orders, managing supplier relationships, and assisting in planning packaging jobs to ensure enough components are present.</p><p></p><p><b>
The Role:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Performs analysis to determine optimal safety stock levels for stock components as well as re-order points for all materials based on lead times.</li><li>
Maintain and manage suppliers meeting regularly to review lead times, pricing, and performance.</li><li>
Ensures that sufficient material is available to support production and distribution, while not procuring excessive inventory that will be prone to obsolescence.</li><li>
Purchase&rsquo;s components based on packaging timelines and material availability based on their assessment of inventory.</li><li>
Creates and tracks Purchase Orders for Catalent supplied materials and ensures that purchase price is in accordance with the job estimate.</li><li>
Request&rsquo;s specifications and quotes from suppliers based on departmental needs and Customer requirements for project related purchases.</li><li>
Evaluate customer commodity specifications for accuracy and completeness and communicates specifications to vendors.</li><li>
Initiates and maintains contact with suppliers for timely procurement of Catalent supplied components.</li><li>
Requests required documentation from suppliers to properly receive purchased materials.</li><li>
Manage the Material Tracker (or other designated site), as necessary - includes vendor follow-up for items that do not arrive as scheduled, updated need by dates due to timeline revision, etc.</li><li>
Project timeline approval for procured materials.</li><li>
Scheduling vendor deliveries with the Dock.</li><li>
Help resolve/escalate Accounts Payable / invoicing issues.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
The Candidate:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree with a minimum 2-4 years of related experience preferred</li><li>
OR Associates degree with equivalent professional experience</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Why you should join Catalent:</b></p><p></p><ul><li><ul><li>Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process</li></ul></li><li>
Diverse, inclusive culture</li><li>
Positive working environment focusing on continually improving processes to remain innovative</li><li>
Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives</li><li>
152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays</li><li>
Several Employee Resource Groups focusing on D&amp;I</li><li>
Dynamic, fast-paced work environment</li><li>
Community engagement and green initiatives</li><li>
Generous 401K match</li><li>
Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment</li><li>
Tuition Reimbursement - Let us help you finish your degree or start a new degree!</li><li>
WellHub- program to promote overall physical wellness</li><li>
Perkspot - offers exclusive or private discounts from approximately 900+ merchants in a wide array of categories</li></ul><p><b>
Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career!</b> Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.</p><p></p><p>
personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.</p><p>
Visit Catalent Careers to explore career opportunities.</p><p></p><p>
Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.</p><p></p><p>
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to DisabilityAccommodations@catalent.com. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.</p><p><br>
</p><p>Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Catalent Pharma Solutions (Catalent) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Catalent employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written &amp; signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Catalent. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.</p><p></p><p>
Important Security Notice to U.S. Job Seekers:</p><p>
Catalent NEVER asks candidates to provide any type of payment, bank details, photocopies of identification, social security number or other highly sensitive personal information during the offer process, and we NEVER do so via email or social media. If you receive any such request, DO NOT respond&mdash; it is a fraudulent request. Please forward such requests to spam@catalent.com for us to investigate with local authorities.</p><p></p><p>
California Job Seekers can find our California Job Applicant Notice HERE.</p></div>

Buyer/Planner

Marvin

<div>Job Overview:
<p>
Ready to lead purchasing strategies that shape the future of our supply chain? Join Marvin as a Purchasing Manager, where you&rsquo;ll drive cost-effective sourcing, strengthen supplier partnerships, and ensure uncompromising quality. Combines strategic vision with hands-on execution in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</p><p></p><p><br>
In this role, you will influence long-term procurement strategies while guiding a high-performing team to deliver measurable results. If you thrive on building strong supplier relationships and leading teams to success, we invite you to apply.</p>
Highlights of your role:
<ul><li>Develop and implement purchasing strategies that align with organizational goals and quality standards.
</li><li>Oversee supplier performance, negotiate contracts, and ensure cost-effective sourcing. \</li><li>
Lead initiatives to improve procurement processes and reduce risk across the supply chain.</li><li>
Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and innovation.
</li><li>Drive continuous improvement through data analysis and supplier development programs.
</li><li>Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements across all purchasing activities.</li></ul>
You're a good fit if you have (or if you can):
<ul><li>A bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business, supply chain, or a related field.</li><li>
7&ndash;10 years of leadership experience managing teams and driving results.</li><li>
Strong negotiation and analytical skills with a proven ability to manage complex supplier relationships.</li><li>
Excellent communication skills to influence and collaborate effectively.</li><li>
Ability to develop strategies and execute plans that deliver measurable outcomes.</li></ul>
Also want to make sure you have:
<ul><li>Minimum of 4 years in quality or purchasing management (preferred).</li><li>
Experience with ERP systems and procurement software.</li><li>
Knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.</li><li>
Background in manufacturing or a similar industry.</li></ul>
We invite you to See Yourself at Marvin:
<div>
From people to products, Marvin is committed to creating better ways of living. When you join this family-owned and -led window and door company, you belong to a community full of opportunities.</div><div></div><div><br>
For more than a century, we&rsquo;ve been at the forefront of designing, building, and engineering premium, award-winning products. Today, Marvin is also proud to have been named a Top Large Employer by Forbes Magazine two years in a row, in 2024 and 2025. With operations in 19 cities across North America, we manufacture Marvin&rsquo;s quality products, including Infinity Replacement Windows and Doors, and TruStile Doors. Together, we uphold our values and foster a culture where safety and the wellbeing of our people comes first.</div><div></div><div><br>
We take a better living approach with benefits to support you at work and beyond. From day one, you will enjoy health insurance, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a 401(k) retirement savings match and more!</div><div></div><div><br>
Some of our unique and most popular benefits include:</div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
$300 annual wellbeing account to spend on what helps you feel happy + healthy</li><li>
Better Living Day! (a paid day off to go have some fun)</li><li>
Annual profit sharing &ndash; recognizing everyone&rsquo;s contribution to Marvin&rsquo;s success</li><li>
Giving at Marvin &ndash; participate in organized volunteer opportunities</li><li>
Brighter Days Fund &ndash; financial support from your colleagues and the Marvin family during personal hardships</li></ul><div>
Join the more than 8,000 Marvin team members to experience these benefits and more. <b>Apply today!</b></div>
Marvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
<p>
Marvin is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process may contact us at CareerSupport@marvin.com.</p></div><p></p>

Purchasing Manager

Monarch Healthcare Management

<div><p>POSITION SUMMARY</p><p>
The Assistant supports the MOW Coordinator in the overall management of the program, ensuring all processes
</p><p>for the safe preparation, packaging, and delivery of meals are consistently followed. This position completes daily
</p><p>administrative tasks to ensure accurate tracking and documentation of meal services provided.
</p><p>ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES</p><p>
Program Support
</p><p>Assist in planning, organizing, and supporting the daily operations of the Meals on Wheels (MOW) Program to
</p><p>ensure members receive high-quality, nutritious meals that meet their individual needs.
</p><ul><li>Pick up hot and cold food carts from the skilled nursing facility (SNF) kitchen, ensuring all required items
</li></ul><p>are included.</p><ul><li>Record refrigerator/freezer temperatures and document them daily.</li><li>Sanitize all work areas&mdash;including appliances and route delivery bags&mdash;before use, after each task, and at
</li></ul><p>the end of each day.</p><ul><li>Communicate special meals or diet requests to SNF kitchen staff using the daily ticket.</li><li>Prepare containers and package food according to dietary needs and special requests.</li><li>Organize and pack meals based on route assignments.</li><li>Verify accurate meal counts for each recipient on daily routes.</li><li>Maintain proper food temperatures using steamers while serving.</li><li>Package remaining complete meals for weekend inventory as available.</li><li>Load PLA tenant meals for distribution by kitchen volunteers.</li></ul><p>
Administrative, Staffing, and Operational Support</p><p>
Assist with staffing, scheduling, and budgeting to ensure efficient program operations.
</p><ul><li>Calculate and provide daily meal count tickets to SNF kitchen staff.</li><li>Accurately record daily meal service for each recipient according to funding status.</li><li>Monitor phone messages and respond or forward to the Coordinator for intake needs.</li><li>Maintain the daily message logbook.</li><li>Update records and meal totals to reflect last-minute cancellations or additions.</li><li>Review and adjust route books daily, applying NO SERVICE or HOLD stickers as needed.</li><li>Prepare the administrative desk with required notices, order forms, and other materials.</li><li>Engage and guide kitchen volunteers in meal preparation and packing.</li><li>Provide training to kitchen volunteers as needed (e.g., hand hygiene, hat/hairnet use).</li><li>Confirm accurate counts of lunch bags and hot containers for each route.</li><li>Monitor and complete product order forms; forward to Coordinator for processing.</li><li>Greet volunteer drivers, provide route updates, and offer hospitality items.</li><li>Ensure volunteers use the daily log sheet.</li><li>Respond to calls from drivers regarding route issues or undeliverable meals.</li><li>Manage barcodes, complete daily scanning of meal recipients, and monitor usage; communicate updates
</li></ul><p>to the State Manager.</p><p>
Facility Compliance
</p><ul><li>Record refrigerator/freezer temperatures and document them daily.</li><li>Promote a positive, inclusive workplace focused on customer service and staff support.</li><li>Maintain department records including food/equipment logs, temperature logs, and meal counts.</li><li>Participate in inspections and audits to ensure safety and sanitation standards are met.</li><li>Maintain current knowledge of policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to Meals on
</li></ul><p>Wheels and Culinary Services.</p><ul><li>Attend required education sessions related to safety, infection control, and disease processes.</li><li>Uphold food production and sanitation standards as defined by Monarch Healthcare Management
</li></ul><p>policies and procedures.</p><ul><li>Understand and support the Resident&rsquo;s Bill of Rights.</li></ul><p>
QUALIFICATIONS</p><p>
Education and Experience</p><ul><li>Commitment to working with volunteers and members, with an understanding of their needs.</li><li>Strong communication skills and dedication to enhancing coordination services for older adults.</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).</li><li>Ability to follow directions, communicate effectively, collaborate with coworkers, and complete assigned
</li></ul><p>tasks.</p><ul><li>Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.</li><li>Must meet Minnesota Department of Human Services background check requirements.</li><li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license and ability to safely operate a personal vehicle for meal delivery as needed.</li></ul><p>
Required Skills and Abilities</p><ul><li>Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and pivot with sudden demands of your attention.</li><li>Resilience: ability to welcome constructive feedback, course correct and not take it personally.</li><li>Personability; ability to get along with all personality types and inspire trust with whom you interact.</li><li>Ability to actively listen, with the goal of understanding.</li><li>Ability to clearly speak and proficiently read and write in English.</li><li>Comfort in operating in ambiguous situations and with diverse populations.</li><li>Ability to thrive in an environment that is fast paced.</li></ul></div><p></p>

Meals On Wheels Assistant

Children's Mercy Hospitals & Clinics

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy!
</b></h2><div><div><div><div>Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children&rsquo;s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News &amp; World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.</div><div></div><div><br>
Children&rsquo;s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City &ndash; a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children&rsquo;s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.</div>
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Overview
</b></h2><div><div><div><div>Participate in or lead day to day operations of clinical research studies conducted by principal investigator(s)primarily with the pediatric oncology group; perform a variety of duties involved in the collection, compilation, documentation, and analysis of clinical research data. May oversee the work of junior staff and train or mentor others in clinical research tasks.</div><div></div><div><br>
At Children&rsquo;s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.</div><div></div><div><i><br>
Additionally, it&rsquo;s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children&rsquo;s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.</i></div>
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Responsibilities
</b></h2><div><div><div><ul><li>Research Operations</li><li>
Regulatory Support</li><li>
Data Capture Management</li><li>
Staff Training/Research Education</li><li>
Financials/Fiscal Support</li></ul>
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications
</b></h2><div><div><div><ul><li>Master's Degree Health related field and 1-2 years experience or</li><li>
Bachelor's Degree Health related field and 3-5 years experience or</li><li>
Associate's Degree Health or science related field and 7 or more years experience</li><li>
One of the following: Certified Clinical Research Professional, Certified Clinical Research Coordinator, Certified Clinical Research Associate, Assoc of Clinical Research Professionals - Cert Professional required upon hire</li><li>
Employees must obtain Certified Clinical Research Professional or equivalent within 365 days</li><li>
Employees must obtain Certified Clinical Research Coordinator or equivalent within 365 days</li><li>
Employees must obtain Certified Clinical Research Associate or equivalent within 365 days</li><li>
Employees must obtain Assoc of Clinical Research Professionals - Cert Professional or equivalent within 365 days</li></ul>
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Benefits at Children's Mercy
</b></h2><div><div><div><p>The benefits plans at Children&rsquo;s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.</p><br>
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</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Starting Pay
</b></h2><div><div><div><div>Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $28.39/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.</div><br>
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</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Remote Work/Work from Home
</b></h2><div><div><div><p>This is an intermittent remote position, which means that the person hired will work with his or her manager to determine a schedule that includes both at home and on-site hours at a Children&rsquo;s Mercy location. The incumbent must live in the Kansas City metro area.</p><p>
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</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet
</b></h2><div><div><div><div>Children&rsquo;s Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, creed, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Children&rsquo;s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.</div><div></div><div><br>
CM is committed to creating a workforce that supports the diverse backgrounds of our patients and families. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team, so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it&rsquo;s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.</div><div></div><div><br>
If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, and beliefs.</div></div></div></div></div><div></div>

Clinical Research Coordinator II

Amsted Rail

<p></p><div><p><b>JOB SUMMARY</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Plans and coordinates maintenance of equipment within a department in a proactive fashion to maximize equipment uptime and verifies repairs are effective.</li>
<li>Effectively utilizes computerized maintenance management systems.</li>
<li>Forms and leads teams to improve plant maintenance capabilities.</li>
<li>Accountable for planning and scheduling department maintenance, repair and installation of production machinery and equipment.</li>
<li>Schedules daily and weekend/down day maintenance work and maintains an up to date log of work that needs to be accomplished.</li>
<li>Provides technical expertise, guidance and leadership for Multi-crafts, Electricians and Mechanics.</li>
<li>Major interactions include plant management and supervision, maintenance personnel, vendors, engineers, purchasing, technical services and contractors.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Develops, implements, and maintains proactive maintenance practices.</li>
<li>Effectively utilizes CMMS system.</li>
<li>Plans, schedules and coordinates manpower requirements for department maintenance and equipment repairs to reduce equipment downtime minimize cost and contribute to production efficiencies.</li>
<li>Develops and implements a maintenance plan that is consistent with the TPM philosophy.</li>
<li>Determines root cause of equipment failures and implements solutions to eliminate repetitive downtime</li>
<li>Works with vendors and contractors on maintenance projects</li>
<li>Continually evaluates effectiveness of PM&rsquo;s. Updates PM&rsquo;s as needed</li>
<li>Determines spare parts needs and requisitions necessary parts to meet these needs.</li>
<li>Performs other duties as required.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering or a combination of education and experience in the field.</li>
<li>Three to five years of experience in maintenance management/supervision. Minimum of two years manufacturing experience, prior supervisory experience is preferred.</li>
<li>Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Access, SAP and SQL or equivalent. Familiar with CAD programs.</li>
<li>Must be available to work schedules as required, cross train as required, and be able to display proficiency in the technical aspects of the area assigned.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>KEY CHALLENGES</b></p>
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The effectiveness of this position is measured by the timely completion of projects, with established budgets, that meet or exceed requirements through proper functioning, ease of operation and minimization of maintenance costs. This position requires experience in the types of equipment and facilities necessary to product steel freight car and locomotive wheels; experience in design, mechanical and electrical engineering; plus the ability to work with a wide range of people to successfully complete projects.</p>
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Experience</b></h4>
Required<ul><li>
5 - 10 years: Industrial Maintenance</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Skills</b></h4>
Required<ul><li>
Language Skills-English</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Behaviors</b></h4>
Preferred<ul><li>
Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject</li><li>
Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them</li><li>
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group</li><li>
Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause</li><li>
Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking</li><li>
Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject</li><li>
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well</li><li>
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Motivations</b></h4>
Preferred<ul><li>
Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help</li><li>
Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility</li><li>
Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks</li><li>
Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization</li></ul><p>
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities<br>
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.</p></div>

Maintenance Engineer

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