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Job Description

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Serves as first-line supervisor directing, instructing and coordinating a variety of installation tasks associated with the manufacturing of power units.
• Lead and support the development and training of staff.
• Works in coordination with team lead to manage the daily operations of assigned employee(s), assuring overall quality, productivity, and policy / contract adherence.
• Supports employee(s) by answering questions and assisting where needed.
• Manages the activities of electrical teams within assigned areas of production.
• Achieves required safety, quality, delivery and performance levels.
• Develops, coordinates, leads and ensures execution of the daily electrical assembly plans.
• Attends daily production meetings.
• Owns customer satisfaction with everything under your direction.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

• 3-5 years of experience or related experience
• One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• High School Degree or equivalent preferred.
• Able to work with teams and communicate clearly with team leaders and team members.
• Acknowledges that learning and growth are keys to personal and professional success and is willing and able to share with others.
• Attentive to detail, organized and passionate!
• Takes pride in doing good work, have a positive attitude, and believe guest satisfaction come first.

Competencies:

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. 
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
• Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

• Frequently required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Occasionally required to sit
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Frequently required to talk or hear
• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
• Frequently exposure to outside weather conditions
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually   moderate
• The employee must occasionally lift and /or move more than 50 pounds
• Specialized equipment, machines, or vehicles used: Various forklifts, manlift, scissor lifts, overhead cranes.
• The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  

Job Description

• Manage a team of electrical workers in the assembly and wiring of aeroderivative power plants. Average time to put a system together is 2 months. The company produces an avg of 8-12 per year. Coordinate all production activities and operations for the electrical assembly staff. Must be proficient in reading P&ID and electrical schematics. This position will report to the head of assembly and test.
• Serves as first-line supervisor directing, instructing and coordinating a variety of installation task associated with the manufacturing of power units.
• Lead and support the development and training of staff.
• Works in coordination with team lead to manage the daily operations of assigned employee(s), assuring overall quality, productivity, and policy / contract adherence.
• Supports employee(s) by answering questions and assisting where needed.
• Manages the activities of electrical teams within assigned areas of production.
• Achieves required safety, quality, delivery and performance levels.
• Develops, coordinates, leads and executes daily electrical assembly plans.
• Fosters a culture of continuous improvement.
• Owns customer satisfaction with everything under your direction.

Supervisory Responsibilities::

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Must-Have Skills, Education, & Experience:

• 3-5 years experience or related experience
• One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. High School Degree or equivalent preferred.
• Able to work with teams and communicate clearly with team leaders and team members.
• Acknowledges that learning and growth are keys to personal and professional success and is willing and able to share with others.
• Attentive to detail, organized and passionate!
• Takes pride in doing good work, have a positive attitude, and believe guest satisfaction comes first
  

Competencies:

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. 
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
• Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Physical Demands & Work Environment::

• Frequently required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Occasionally required to sit
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Frequently required to talk or hear
• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
• Frequently exposure to outside weather conditions
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• The employee must occasionally lift and /or move more than 50 pounds

Job Description

As a Safety Advisor, you will play a critical role in supporting the company's commitment to maintaining a safe, compliant, and high-performing work environment. This position supports corporate office operations by implementing and administering health and safety programs focused on ergonomics, emergency preparedness, hazard reporting, contractor safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Description

• Lead onsite commissioning and functional testing activities
• Direct contractors, vendors, and commissioning personnel
• Review construction documents, drawings, and system sequences
• Develop commissioning plans, procedures, and test scripts
• Coordinate project schedules, manpower, and resources
• Identify and resolve technical and project execution issues
• Serve as primary client contact during commissioning activities
• Prepare commissioning reports and project documentation
• Support startup, validation, troubleshooting, and turnover activities

• Data Center Operations & Critical Facilities
• Commissioning & Startup
• Electrical Maintenance & Automation
• Semiconductor Manufacturing
• Industrial Controls & Robotics
• Mission-Critical Infrastructure
• Navy Nuclear (EMN, ETN, MMN)
• Navy ET, EM, IC, MM
• Military technical leaders with strong electrical or mechanical backgrounds

• Strong electrical, mechanical, or controls troubleshooting background
• Experience leading teams, projects, or field operations
• Ability to read drawings, schematics, and technical documentation
• Willingness to travel extensively and support long-term project assignments
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills

• Data center commissioning experience
• Critical facilities experience
• Project management or field leadership experience
• Experience with electrical distribution, HVAC, controls, generators, UPS, or automation systems

Job Description

What You'll Do:

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor a team of inside sales specialists focused on industrial and commercial construction and OEM customers
• Provide clear direction, expectations, and coaching to ensure high-quality, on-time, and accurate quotations
• Establish measurable performance goals tied to responsiveness, accuracy, margin performance, and customer satisfaction
• Conduct regular team training on quoting processes, product knowledge, vendor engagement, and customer communication standards
• Foster a culture of accountability, proactive communication, and continuous improvement
  

Quotation & Proposal Management

• Oversee the complete quoting process from RFP acknowledgment through submission and follow-up
• Ensure the team promptly acknowledges receipt of RFPs/RFQs, communicates expected response dates, and sets clear customer expectations
• Assign and track quote requests, ensuring ISOTIF performance (In-Spec, On-Time, In-Full) on all submittals
• Guide sales reps in reviewing RFP/RFQ requirements to confirm product specifications, scope, and compliance with customer documentation
• Validate that each quotation accurately reflects project scope, delivery schedule, terms, and commercial conditions
• Ensure competitive and compliant quote packages are professionally formatted and submitted by deadline
  

Vendor & Internal Resource Coordination

• Coordinate with key manufacturers, OEM partners, and purchasing teams to obtain pricing, lead times, and technical documentation
• Leverage relationships with vendor representatives to secure competitive terms and ensure timely quote turnaround
• Collaborate with internal engineering, logistics, and project management to align pricing and delivery with operational capability
• Manage bid calendars, quote logs, and tracking systems to maintain visibility across all active quotes and proposals
  

Margin Analysis & Pricing Control

• Review and approve all pricing overrides, discounts, and margin exceptions to ensure alignment with company profitability goals
• Provide ongoing margin analysis, quote-to-order conversion metrics, and variance reporting for leadership review

• Implement tools and dashboards for monitoring quote volumes, hit rates, and profitability by customer, product line, and salesperson
• Support the development and enforcement of pricing strategy, including escalation review processes for competitive or high-value bids
• Educate team members on balancing competitiveness with profitability through informed pricing decisions
  

Process Standardization & Compliance

• Establish and enforce consistent quoting and documentation standards to ensure accuracy and compliance with customer and company requirements
• Maintain process flow documentation covering RFP acknowledgment and communication, vendor engagement and pricing request protocols, internal resource coordination and lead-time, quote preparation, review, and approval ISOTIF quote submission Follow-up and feedback capture
• Drive the use of CRM, ERP, and quoting systems (e.g., SAP, Epicor, Salesforce, or BidMan) for all sales activity tracking
• Audit quotes for completeness, compliance, and accuracy, ensuring professional and consistent customer-facing documentation
  

Customer Engagement & Follow-Up

• Maintain strong relationships with key customer contacts, project managers, and procurement personnel
• Ensure every quote is followed up with customers to confirm receipt, clarify questions, and capture feedback or next steps
• Support Outside Sales in strategic pursuits, bid reviews, and post-bid clarifications
• Collaborate with project execution and order management to ensure a smooth transition from quote to order fulfillment
• Other duties as assigned

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

What You'll Need

• 7+ years of inside sales leadership experience in the industrial distribution, industrial construction, or OEM markets
• Proven experience managing or leading a quotation or inside sales team
• Strong background in industrial electrical products (switchgear, cable, drives, lighting, controls, etc.) and project-based sales
• Familiarity with EPC and large contractor bid environments, including project documents, specifications, and bid forms
• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree - Required
• Business, Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field preferred
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Proficient in ERP and CRM systems (e.g., SAP, Epicor, JD Edwards, Salesforce)
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills for margin analysis and pricing review
• Strong understanding of quoting tools, vendor portals, and e-procurement systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to technical accuracy
• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance customer satisfaction and profitability
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and leadership skills
• Confident decision-maker with strong problem-solving and negotiation abilities
• Detail-oriented with a focus on precision and accountability
• Customer-centric mindset with professional communication style

Additional Information

Physical Demands:

• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Frequently – 21% to 50%
  

Weight and Force Demands:

• Up to 10 pounds - Occasionally – up to 20%
  

Working Environment:

• Travels to offsite locations - Occasionally – up to 20%
  

Our Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• HSA Accounts
• Commuter Transit Benefits
• Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training & Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within

Job Description

The MMOM (Major Market Operating Model) Zone Logistics Manager is responsible for leading all warehouse and logistics operations across multiple locations. This role provides zone-level leadership to local site warehouse managers andaccountable for driving standardized, safe, and efficient execution of all inbound and outbound logistics processes across multiple branch locations. The Zone Logistics Manager ensures alignment with company standards in warehouse operations, safety compliance, receiving, put-away, inventory handling, picking, packing, shipping, and delivery readiness. This position partners closely with commercial and branch leadership to ensure logistics execution supports customer commitments, ISOTIF performance, and profitable growth. A Major Market is defined as major metropolitan area consisting of 3+ branches, $200M+ in revenue, and in one of the top 10 largest cities in the U.S.

What You'll Do:

• Lead warehouse and logistics operations across all zone locations
• Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to local site warehouse managers
• Establish consistent expectations, daily operating disciplines, and performance standards across the zone
• Ensure all locations operate under a unified logistics model aligned with company standards
• Serve as the zone subject matter leader for warehouse execution, logistics workflow, and safety compliance
• Design, implement, and enforce standardized processes for inbound and outbound logistics across all branches
• Standardize receiving, inspection, put-away, labeling, staging, picking, packing, shipping, and transfer processes
• Drive consistency in system transactions, work methods, visual controls, and warehouse organization
• Audit location-level execution to ensure compliance with zone and company standards
• Identify process gaps and lead corrective action and continuous improvement efforts
• Oversee inbound freight flow, receiving quality, unloading practices, material verification, and system receipt accuracy
• Ensure material is received, labeled, and put away accurately and efficiently
• Partner with vendors, branch teams, and internal stakeholders to improve inbound visibility and readiness
• Reduce receiving errors, put-away delays, and material handling inefficiencies
• Oversee all outbound warehouse activity including picking, packing, staging, loading, and shipping
• Ensure orders are fulfilled accurately, safely, and on time to support customer  requirements and ISOTIF goals
• Improve outbound process flow, reduce shipping errors, and increase labor efficiency
• Coordinate with inside sales, branch leadership, and expediting teams to prioritize urgent and customer-critical orders
• Lead zone-wide warehouse safety and compliance programs, adhere to company safety standards, audits/inspections, corrective actions and regulatory adherence to ensure safe operations across multiple sites
• Train and coach warehouse teams on equipment use, material handling,housekeeping and hazard prevention while building a strong safety culture through meetings, incident reviews and accountability
• Establish and monitor key logistics KPIs including on-time shipment performance, inventory accuracy, receiving accuracy, productivity, freight cost, and safety incident rate
• Use metrics, audits, and observation to identify root causes and improvement opportunities
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives that improve service, reduce cost, and increase standardization
• Partner with the Commercial Zone Manager on staffing, capital needs, layout improvements, and operational planning
• Provide direct or indirect leadership to site warehouse managers, warehouse supervisors, logistics coordinators, and warehouse personnel across the zone
• Coach local leaders on performance management, labor planning, process control, and employee development
• Other duties as assigned

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

What You'll Need

• 10+ years experience managing large supply chain networks in a leadership role
• Experience in logistics and supply chain optimization
• Logistics, lean six sigma, project management, or other continuous improvement methodology certification
• APICS: CLTD (certified logistics transportation and distribution
• Project Mgmt Institute: CAPM or PMP
• Lean Six Sigma: Green belt or higher
• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent - Required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work with, learn from, and influence people
• Ability to work with, learn from, and use quantitative methods
• Strong warehouse and logistics leadership
• High expectations for safety and execution
• Ability to coach and influence site leaders
• Process-minded thinking
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Urgency, discipline, and follow-through