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Production Operator – Fort Dodge

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For more than 110 years, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG’s nearly 9,000 employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company’s core business values innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety have helped us become the company we are today.

Our employees believe strongly in what we do in fact, 92% of our manufacturing employees surveyed anonymously said that they would recommend USG products to a friend. And we take care of our employees. We offer benefits on Day 1, including medical and dental, paid sick days, and paid vacation and holidays. Plus, providing competitive pay and separate investment and retirement plans help secure our employees futures.
Each year, we have hundreds of employees who celebrate their 25th, 35th, and even 45th service anniversaries with us, providing a family atmosphere for those who make a career with us. Find out how you can join the team and build your career: http://www.usg.com/content/usgcom/en/about-usg/careers.html.

Position Description:

1. Responsible for making equipment adjustments to ensure proper specifications are met

2. Responsible for performing quality checks and recording results

3. Responsible for changing settings on equipment during changeovers.

4. Responsible for properly recording all production numbers

5. Responsible for performing some routine maintenance on equipment

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Responsilbe for knowing and following all plant, department, and job safety rules.
Must maintain an acceptable level of housekeeping in the shop and after completing assigned jobs.

7. Responsible for wearing and using all required PPE.
(hard hat, steel toe shoes, safety glasses, ear plugs, etc).

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Prior forklift operation experience preferred
(loading, warehouse, etc.)

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1. Able to work in a manufacturing setting in a safe manner and follow all plant safety rules and practices.

2. Maintain a high standard for housekeeping within the work area.

3. Computer skills needed for data entry and reporting. Process will involve quality data or require comments related to the production/loading operation.

4. Recognize measurements that are outside of a specified range.

5. Read measuring devices – standard tape measure down to 1/32″ and a micrometer down to 0.001″.

6. Read and complete documented inspection procedures.

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Must be able to read, write and possess basic math and science skills.

8. Computer skills preferred to review or revise documents in Microsoft Office Programs.

9. Navigate Microsoft Outlook for work related email.

10. Ability to learn to operate plant equipment

11. Familiar with common hand tools and how to properly use them. (Hammer, wrench, screwdrivers, pliers, putty knife, etc.)

12. Ability to troubleshoot minor issues within a process.

13. Good communication skills needed with all co-workers.

14. Recognize unsafe conditions or hazards within work area.

15. Demonstrates the ability to cooperate with co-workers in areas of safety, quality, production/maintenance, and understands importance of completing assigned tasks and their relationship to other requirements.

16. Able to learn procedures and retain information for continuous use.

17. Ability to use on-line tools to monitor product specifications to ensure product compliance.

18. Ability to make machine and process adjustments to ensure product is within required specifications.

19. Trained in the safe operation of the forklift and all equipment associated with driving the forklift. Has received forklift certification, which is updated as required, or has the ability to acquire certification.

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Must be available for overtime and call-ins as required.

Roll-off Driver

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Job Title
Roll-off Driver

Employee Type

Employee

Requisition Primary Location
Loudon, Tennessee

Job Description

Waste Connections of Tennessee is looking for a safety conscious Roll-off Driver to join the team at our location in Loudon, TN .

In this position you will be operating a garbage truck on a specified route.

This is a physical job working outside in all weather conditions.

Monday-Friday day shift with occasional Saturdays.

COMPENSATION:
* Competitive hourly wage plus overtime
* Performance-based career growth potential
* Medical, dental, vision insurance plans
* Income Protection Plans (Life Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability)
* 401(k) with a generous company match
* Flexible Spending Account

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
* Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement as a minimum.
* Clean Driving Record.

Apply today and Connect with Your Future!

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement.

Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veterans)

Job Requirements:

Education:

Language:

Certification(s):

Competencies:

Responsibilities:

Skills:

Controller

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AMOT, founded in 1948, provides control, safety and hazardous area solutions for engines, compressors, turbines, marine and other industrial applications. Our product families include valves, electric and pneumatic instrumentation, control systems, bearing condition monitors and hazardous area safety products.

Summary:

The AMOT N. America Controller will lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial planning and reporting activities for the AMOT N. America businesses.
This position will work closely with site management and operations leadership to ensure that all reporting and projects are completed in an organized, efficient, and accurate manner within established deadlines.

Responsibilities:
* Overall Performing as a true Business Partner to the US and Canadian Site Directors while managing traditional Controllership duties noted below. This position will be responsible for developing tools and systems to provide critical financial and operational information to the Site Directors and Executive Leadership Team, making actionable recommendations on improving operations and financial performance, and assisting in establishing annual objectives.

* Financial Reporting Responsible for all month-end closing activities for the US and Canadian business entities including managing staffs completion of tasks and responsibilities, G/L maintenance, Hyperion uploads, and preparation of supplemental financial and operational data. Oversee the preparation of month end Corporate and internal financial reports.

* Management Reporting Ensure the timeliness, accuracy, and usefulness of management reports and communications for these manufacturing businesses.

* Cash, A/R and A/P Management Interface with banks to control user access and resolve any cash issues. Oversee all phases of A/R Management including credit reviews and limits, establishing monthly goals and metrics for cash collections and establishing effective processes for new customer set up, credit card processing, and account resolution.
Streamline the procurement to pay cycle and transaction processing.

* Controls Responsible for the review, maintenance, and compliance of all Roper, Accounting and SOX internal and financial controls including reconciliations, system user access, and segregation of duties. Serve as the key point of contact and manage the preparation and support of requests for all internal, statutory, or tax audits or reviews.

* Tax Responsible for the timely and accurate filing of all local sales & use tax, GST/HST tax, property tax, and related regulatory compliance. Oversee the preparation of all tax schedules and documentation requested by Roper Tax Department or accounting firms preparing and filing our taxes.
Ensure that all G/L tax accounts are accurate, including Tax Expense, Tax Payable, and Deferred tax accounts.

* Management Effectively manage the Accounting staff including establishing individual goals and objectives, preparing development plans, establishing backups for all functions, communicating tasks and responsibilities, providing clear feedback and guidance, and preparing reviews. Establishing and communicating the vision to motivate the Accounting team and their engagement with the other functions in the company.
Responsible for interviewing, hiring, and training employees.

* Candidate must show a desire to improve processes and results while maintaining essential accuracy and communication that supports adherence of all Corporate and Segment reporting.

Qualifications and Experience:

Education and Experience:
* Bachelors Degree in Finance or Accounting. CPA or MBA preferred.
* 8 or more years of progressive experience in Accounting or Financial Planning & Analysis.
* 3 or more years of management experience (team of 3 or more)
* Knowledgeable in intercompany transactions and eliminations and foreign currency.
* Experience with Hyperion or Smartview a plus.
* Detail oriented, with strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Willingness to take initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
* Interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively with all levels of management and work in a team environment.
* Experience working in a manufacturing environment with a multinational corporate structure preferred.
* Strong computer skills including good knowledge of Microsoft Office software suite and experience with a major ERP system. Advanced Excel skills required.

Knowledge and Skills:
* Language: Excellent oral, written, verbal interpersonal and presentation communication skills.
* Work Skills: Solid working knowledge of GAAP, Cost Accounting, and ERP systems. Excellent project management, analytical, and organizational skills.

Other:
* Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands/fingers to handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

* Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock when in the operations or laboratory areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but due to open office environment noise level may occasionally be high.

Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.
It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. EOE/AA/M/F/Vet/Disability

Lift Truck Operator 2

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http://www.wayne-dalton.com/

Responsibilities
* The Powered Industrial Truck Operator II encompasses all areas of the plant.
* Must be able to read the production schedule and at a minimum have materials prepared in advance for the next three (3) line items that are scheduled to be run.
* Must maintain a sufficient supply of raw materials needed for production.
* Responsible for performing quality inspection for all products handled.
* Must be able to work in and contribute to a team environment, with minimal supervision.
* Must perform other tasks or duties as required by the Lead Person and /or Supervisor.
* Work with inventory and receiving systems to manage inventory and stock.

Qualifications
* Must be certified to operate
multiple Powered Industrial Truck (e.g. 4-D, Sideloader, Walkie Rider, Scissor Lifts, Fork Lift).
* Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds consistently and 75 pounds occasionally.
* Minimum one year experience.

Education
* Preferred High School Diploma or GED.

Dock Worker Part-Time

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Pay starts at $15.29

Move the freight that moves the world forward.

At XPO Logistics, one of the worlds leading logistics and transportation companies, we provide the solutions that organizations around the globe count on. On our team, youll play an important role in making sure freight gets where it needs to go. Youll work alongside a top caliber management team that understands the transportation industryand how to bring out your best. If youre looking for a growth opportunity and a better lifestyle, join us at XPO.

What youll do on a typical day:
* Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight
* Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack, forklift and by hand as needed
* Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies
* Work in a safe, efficient manner, adhering to company safety policies
* Use mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments
* Work on a dock that is not climate-controlled for many hours at a time

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, youll need:
* To be at least 18 years of age
* Basic written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator
* Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends due to varying freight volumes
* Ability to lift freight and other objects up to 50 lbs. frequently, and greater than 75 lbs. occasionally

Itd be great if you also have:
* Prior dock/warehouse experience in the transportation industry
* Prior forklift experience in a freight/less-than-truckload environment
* Prior experience loading and unloading trailers
* Desire to succeed with strong attention to detail

Be part of something big.

XPO provides cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the world’s most successful companies, including Disney, Pepsi, L’Oréal, Toyota and many others. Were the fastest-growing transportation company on the Fortune 500 list and were just getting started.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time-to-time, as needed.

Truck Driver/Home Daily

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Driving done differently.

At XPO Logistics, we know youre more than a driver. With us, youll have a starring role on our customer service team, providing daily freight solutions to our customers. And, at the end of your shift, youll be able to spend time at home.

If youre looking for a growth opportunity and a better lifestyle, join us at XPO.

Pay, benefits and more.

Pay starts at $22.72 per hour and may include overtime and an annual company bonus. Youll be eligible for basic medical coverage and a 401(k) plan right away, expanding rapidly into full medical, dental, vision, prescription, life insurance and disability based on length of employment.

What youll do on a typical day:
* Safely operate a tractor-trailer combination, including doubles and, as applicable, triples
* Provide excellent service to customers, including generating sales leads
* Load and unload freight, frequently up to 50 lbs. and occasionally more than 75 lbs.
* Work a flexible schedule thats as many as 12 to 14 hours in a day, including day, night and weekend shifts

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, youll need:
* Valid Class A commercial driver’s license
* Safe driving record and history
* Hazardous materials endorsement
* Doubles/triples endorsement
* Tank vehicle endorsement (tanker drivers)
* 21 years of age or older
* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently, greater than 75 lbs. occasionally
* Pass a DOT drug test and have no prior positive tests or refusals
* Pass a company-paid DOT physical
* Pass a company-paid pre-hire test (physical essential functions)

Itd be great if you also have:
* Forklift experience

Be part of something big.

XPO provides cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the world’s most successful companies, including Disney, Pepsi, L’Oréal, Toyota and many others. Were the fastest-growing transportation company on the Fortune 500 list and were just getting started.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time-to-time, as needed.

Lane Technician Supervisor

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TransCore, (TRN) a subsidiary of Roper Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: ROP) is seeking a full-time Lane Technician Supervisor to join our team in New York.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
* Ensure the accurate and thorough examines of the Lane Technicians preventative maintenance tasks. In field checks as needed.
* Enforce the daily submitting of PMs for each MTA facility.
* Responsible to manage the production assets and inventory of the maintenance program.
* Supervise all efforts performed by the Lane Technician staff; detailed efforts below:
* Performs on-site or in-house servicing, repair and/or installation of customer equipment. This job may include any aspect of field support including: troubleshooting and repair of electronic equipment, systems, and wiring; installation of equipment; upgrades, modifications, programming; preventive maintenance actions; documentation

* Installation, preventive and corrective maintenance of equipment to include PC based computers, video surveillance equipment, network communications equipment, and/or radio equipment.
* Completes reports, logs and performs shift-to-shift communications in accordance with established policies, procedures and local practices.
* Responds to corrective maintenance requests or alarms within an acceptable time frame.
* Diagnoses and repairs hardware, software, and system issues
* Reports technical status of system with accuracy and completeness.
* Restores equipment to operational status as quickly as possible.
* Maintenance of spare equipment and parts following guidelines set forth to do so.
* Module or PC Board swap out
* Isolation of faults in units or components
* Field test of units or components
* Electronic filing of work orders
* Assists with the training of less experienced technicians.

Required Skills & Experience:

* Troubleshooting
* Technical Documentation
* Electrical Bench Test Equipment/Instruments
* Soldering Skills
* Knowledge of Electronic Circuits/Schematics
* MS Office Software
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education: High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required. One-year certificate from college or technical school preferred.

Dock Worker (Part-Time)

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Pay starts at $15.69

Move the freight that moves the world forward.

At XPO Logistics, one of the worlds leading logistics and transportation companies, we provide the solutions that organizations around the globe count on. On our team, youll play an important role in making sure freight gets where it needs to go. Youll work alongside a top caliber management team that understands the transportation industryand how to bring out your best. If youre looking for a growth opportunity and a better lifestyle, join us at XPO.

What youll do on a typical day:
* Efficiently sort, handle, load and unload palletized and non-palletized freight
* Use appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including pallet jack, forklift and by hand as needed
* Secure freight inside trailers using appropriate tools and supplies
* Work in a safe, efficient manner, adhering to company safety policies
* Use mobile handheld devices to scan and track shipments
* Work on a dock that is not climate-controlled for many hours at a time

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, youll need:
* To be at least 18 years of age
* Basic written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to do basic math calculations, with and without a calculator
* Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends due to varying freight volumes
* Ability to lift freight and other objects up to 50 lbs. frequently, and greater than 75 lbs. occasionally

Itd be great if you also have:
* Prior dock/warehouse experience in the transportation industry
* Prior forklift experience in a freight/less-than-truckload environment
* Prior experience loading and unloading trailers
* Desire to succeed with strong attention to detail

Be part of something big.

XPO provides cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the world’s most successful companies, including Disney, Pepsi, L’Oréal, Toyota and many others. Were the fastest-growing transportation company on the Fortune 500 list and were just getting started.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time-to-time, as needed.

Customer Solutions Specialist

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Logistics done differently.

We know that excellent customer service is at the heart of what we do at XPO Logistics. As the Customer Solutions Specialist, you will respond to all issues regarding XPOs Premium customers in a timely fashion.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability, and the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.

What youll do on a typical day:
* Provide a single point of contact for Premium customers
* Use available resources to identify answers and solutions and provide follow up to Premium customers regarding shipments, coding, collections, corrections and any other customer resolution issue
* Assist in training of current and new Customer Solutions staff

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, youll need:
* High school diploma or equivalent
* 2 years of experience working in transportation operations or logistics environment
* 2 years of experience investigating customer complaints and issues and resolving problems to the customer’s satisfaction
* 1 year of experience utilizing various computer systems to search for missing freight
* Demonstrated experience auditing, submitting corrections, and submitting Computer Information System requests
* Knowledge and understanding of the basic requirements for freight movement

Itd be great if you also have:
* Experience working in cargo claims
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word and Outlook) or basic computer skills
* Ability to effectively cross-train other employees

Be part of something big.

XPO provides cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the world’s most successful companies, including Disney, Pepsi, L’Oréal, Toyota and many others. Were the fastest-growing transportation company on the Fortune 500 list and were just getting started.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time-to-time, as needed.

Freight Operations Supervisor

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Work with the best. Bring out their best.

XPO Logistics, a leader in the transportation and logistics industry, is looking for a highly skilled professional who knows how to get the best out of their team. At XPO, youll have the support to excel at work, and the resources to build a career you can be proud of. When you join us, youll discover that its more than a better job. Its a better life.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and the opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan.

What youll do on a typical day:
* Supervise staff during various inbound, city, and/or outbound freight operations
* Ensure production goals are met by managing tonnage, payroll and other administrative functions
* Plan hourly employee schedules to meet daily operations goals
* Enforce all company, FMCSR, OSHA and DOT policies, rules, regulations and laws
* Coach, train and develop employees in a manner consistent with XPO policies
* Act as a champion of XPO values, demonstrating them and holding your team to the same high standards

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, youll need:
* Bachelors degree or equivalent military or other work experience
* Knowledge of the LTL (Less-than-Truckload) industry, hazardous materials regulations, and Department of Transportation rules and regulations
* Must be available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends
* Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently and greater than 75 lbs. occasionally

Itd be great if you also have:
* A positive attitude with the ability to multitask and motivate your team
* Transportation, distribution, or logistics education
* Exceptional leadership, communication and administrative skills
* 2 years of supervisory experience
* LTL industry experience

Be part of something big.

XPO provides cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the world’s most successful companies, including Disney, Pepsi, L’Oréal, Toyota and many others. Were the fastest-growing transportation company on the Fortune 500 list and were just getting started.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or other protected status.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time-to-time, as needed.