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QAD Material Requirements Planner - Chicago, IL
MFG/PRO Business Applications Manager - Central U.S
Production Scheduler - Detroit, MI
Senior QAD Business Analyst - Downers Grove, IL
QAD Business Analyst - Arizona
Systems Administrator - Livonia, MI
Senior Programmer/Analyst - Woodridge, IL
IT Business Analyst - Woodridge, IL
ERP System Administrator - Ft. Lauderdale, FL
QAD Business Analyst - Beaverton, OR
Information Services Manager - New Boston, MI
IS Specialist / Programmer - Troy, OH

 January 30, 2012                                    
QAD Material Requirements Planner
Available Date: Immediately
Location: Chicago, IL

General Overview:
Responsible for material requirements planning for three facilities and the inventory coordination and procurement of all packaging and raw materials to meet short and long term production plans. Develop and maintain the optimized material planning forecast, network and processes. Implements control programs for material purchases, inventory “days of supply” management expediting and de-expediting. Co-ordinate Project and Material Change implementation across supplier and co-manufacturers. Responsible to monitor and approve inventory adjustments by component by site for accuracy.

   
Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Coordinate material requirements planning and the procurement of materials by item and site by reviewing scheduled and forecasted production and determining the most cost effective method to ensure materials are on site as necessary.
• Review scheduled and forecasted production, issue purchase orders and schedule transport of raw materials and packaging to co packers in a manner that minimizes costs and meets inventory and safety stock levels.
• Prepare annual forecast and three month rolling forecasts for all materials and packaging and distribute as necessary to suppliers and internal contacts.
• Enter raw material and packaging purchase orders into the system for visibility of scheduled order timing.
• Review receipt entry of goods (bills of lading) in the manufacturing information system (QAD) to ensure accurate receipt timing and pricing.  Ensure invoice pricing matches Purchase Orders and resolve any concerns.
• Maintain bill of materials for all SKU’S and item master files which specify lead times, min/max orders, multiples, safety stocks, gross/net weights, standard costs by suppliers in QAD.
• Provide materials data in the total cost to serve network .
• Liaise with suppliers on information and issues relating to raw materials and packaging and initiate and resolve corrective actions as necessary.
• Monitor inventory, identify discrepancies between actual inventory and QAD and participate in the reconciliation.
• Coordinate effective dates for raw material or packaging changes through suppliers and co packers and assist with reducing surplus and/or obsolete inventory.
• Maintain Product Change related information and provide run out plans where necessary.
• Review monthly performance metrics of inventory “days of supply” levels and provide details where necessary.
• Assist in the development of Supplier Quality Assurance processes and metrics.
• Identify cost improvements.
• Recommend improvements to the material supply, distribution and inventory control systems continuous improvement recommendation regarding current system. 
• Investigate and recommend approaches to e-Business.
• Other related duties and tasks as assigned.

   
Experience, edcuation, skills, and other requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in relevant field.
• Ideally 3-5 yrs experience in materials requirements planning and/or purchasing functions.
• Understanding of supply chain dynamics.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work with several levels of management.
• Intermediate/Advanced computer skills, QAD experience preferred but not required.
• Analytical skills, background in areas of planning, organizing and problem solving.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Common sense/diplomacy, with a high level of interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Discretion, confidentiality and tact.
• Able to manage stress, work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Qualified applicants please forward resume to:

John Sandoz, Director Supply Chain Operations c/o Mark Anthony Group

jsandoz@markanthony.com (Phone: 312.202.1712  ext. 7098)

 January 26, 2012                                  
MFG/PRO Business Applications Manager
Available Date: Immediately
Location: Central U.S.

Our client is a growing and diversified company with manufacturing facilities located in the central US and Europe.  We are currently conducting a search for a hands-on QAD/MFGPRO Business Applications Manager who will lead a small team of Analyst in supporting the operations and future direction of the QAD suite of products.  Must demonstrate the skills and experience necessary to work closely with the user community to support day to day operations and to plan and implement new solutions to meet the business needs. 

We are looking for two different scenarios:
1) A traveling MFG/PRO consultant who wants to cut back on 100% travel AND be the #1 MFG/PRO resource in a midsize company, or 2)  Someone in a functional/operational role supporting QAD who has good hands-on product knowledge who wants to move up to the #1 MFG/PRO resource in a midsize company.Ideally we would like to find someone who lives in the central US and is willing and able to hop on a plane or drive to the plants 2-3 days per week.  The person will also be required to travel to Europe a few times a year.  Overall travel for this position is likely 50-60% starting out and perhaps winding down to 40% over time.   Good communication skills and confidence are essential to being successful in this role.  Salary is commensurate with experience. 

Requirements:

• Good functional knowledge of MFG/PRO (currently on EB2.1 SP4 .net)
• Ability to learn the business and understand how MFG/PRO can be used to support the business.
• 5-10 years experience with MFG/PRO and atleast a couple years managing (direct or indirect) people in a remote distributed environment.
• Good communication skillsCollege Degree highly preferred
• Ability to travel 50-60% overall. 

 January 12, 2012                                  
Production Scheduler
Available Date: Immediately
Location: Detroit, MI

Champion Foods is a consumer goods manufacturer located near Detroit, MI. Due to growth, we are looking to fill a Production Scheduler position to drive performance through effective production management and strategic MFG/Pro utilization.

   
Job Summary:
Responsible for resolving multi-variable scheduling constraints on five bakery production lines to ensure that customer demand is met while simultaneously minimizing operating costs.  Monitor inventory levels as well as in-bound and out-bound shipments.  Report actual versus projected production, and assist with physical inventory and mid-term planning.  Communicate production schedules, priorities, and constraints to a cross-functional team. Evaluate performance metrics and communicate variances.  This position will operate with autonomy and decision-making. 
   
Key Responsibilities:  

• Develop and communicate shift, daily, and weekly production requirements for finished goods, work-in-process, and sub-assemblies. 
• Monitor and report on actual versus planned production schedules.
• Collaborate with multiple internal departments (production, maintenance, sales, logistics, etc.) to coordinate production or shipping activities and to revise schedules as necessary. 
• Develop mid-term (three to six month) production and capacity plans and review plans with appropriate production management. 
• Compile information, analyze and monitor inventory levels, maintain appropriate raw material, work-in-progress and finished good inventory levels.
• Analyze historical data and determine purchasing lead times, production lead times, and shipping times.
• Maintain component levels for private label customer assemblies.
• Optimize inventory levels and material resource planning (MRP) through accurate entry and review of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.
• Assist with physical inventory counts.

     
Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Bachelor degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field. 
• Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of formal degree.
• Minimum four (4) years direct experience with one or more areas of production scheduling, forecasting, distribution, supply chain, or inventory control. 
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service, including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Highly developed communication skills including written, verbal, and presentation, and the ability to communicate effectively across departments and at all organizational levels. 
• Evidence of advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office, ERP / MRP, inventory, and manufacturing systems.
• Proven analytical skills and problem solving abilities with the ability to translate data plans into actionable outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative.
• Evidence of strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Please send resumes, cover letter, and salary requirements to : jobs@championfoods.com

 January 11, 2012                                  
Senior QAD Business Analyst
Available Date: Immediately
Location: Downers Grove, IL

General Overview:

The Senior Business Systems Analyst is responsible for meeting the business needs of end users within the QAD systems and process area. The Analyst defines the detailed requirements, analyzes the business needs, and validates the solution with the end user. The Analyst would lead the solution efforts, whether custom generated or acquired, and create the supporting documentation and training as needed.

The QAD financial and manufacturing application system is the core application system required by Ralcorp Frozen to achieve operational and financial success. Coupled with QAD are additional application systems that are needed to achieve sales and production success such as SQL for data mining and report writing, Gentran for EDI, IRM, and Futurion. The Senior Business Systems Analyst will be challenged to assist the business with analyzing processes, maintaining, upgrading and troubleshooting the financial and manufacturing modules and implementing recommendations for efficiency.

MAIN DUTIES:

• Develop application needs, edit and maintain development operating procedures and standards established in a development manual for the business areas.
• Design and monitor project requirements, analyze business needs, validate proposed solution with the end user
• Serve as a consultant to the business in work measurement, system studies or cost/effectiveness analysis.
• Develop and maintain custom reports for the business as well as end user documentation
• Provide assistance as required to other Analyst of the Department to improve internal procedures that may be advantageous to the Company.
• Develop report request & change control process for the significant business applications.
• Conduct training sessions to implement new or improved systems and procedures.
• Conduct meetings with all levels of management for purposes of presentations, reviews, approvals of recommendations, etc.
• Recognize and identify potential areas where IT and business policies and procedures require change, or where new ones need to be developed/make recommendations in these areas.
• Fulfill departmental requirements in terms of providing work coverage and administrative notification during periods of personnel illness, vacation, or education.
• Develop test scripts and conduct testing procedures for in-house and vendor developed application systems and custom reports.
• Participate in integration team meetings and activities to determine the best possible solutions for integrating business processes and business systems for acquired companies.
• Assist in establishing business application logical security requirements, forms, and procedures.
• Lead the upgrades and functionality enhancements of software applications
• Structure priorities of function to be completed.
• Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

• Extensive Knowledge of QAD MFG/Pro.
• QAD certifications (preferred), consulting and or support experience.
• Ability to express complex technical concepts effectively -verbally and in writing.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, office automation, and IT techniques and practices.
• Ability to work well with people from different disciplines with varying degrees of technical experience.
• Experience with Database / Query development.
• Windows Systems experience.

EDUCATION:

• BS or BA level degree in related manufacturing or business related field or comparable work experience.

EXPERIENCE:

• Administrative or systems procedures analysis experience in areas of operations / business systems engineering (i.e. work simplification, work measurement techniques/skills).
• Consulting or Analyst experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Finance accounting skills in a mid to large corporate environment.
• A strong experience in QAD support or analytics, certification is preferred.

To Apply:
Please send resume to:lia.varanavicius@ralcorp.com or apply online at www.ralcorpjobs.com

 January 6, 2012                                  
QAD Business Analyst
Available Date: Immediately
Location: Arizona

General Overview:

Work with company personnel, customers, and vendors to enhance existing business systems and deploy new technologies that facilitate organizational growth and profitability through the use of excellent communication skills, problem solving skills, and a strong bias for action
       

Specific Responsibilities:

• Perform primary business analysis activities to quickly understand and translate business requirements into functional specs for new systems analysis and design, which are in alignment with organizational goals
• Support, maintain, and enhance software used within the organization (QAD, Loftware, Optio, Liberty Net, SharePoint, etc)
• Setup, train, and support of QAD standard and customized processed and applications for all entities within the organization, up to and including implementation of QAD in other sites worldwide
• Interface with 3rd party developers to facilitate development and implementation of outsourced software development
• Facilitate user acceptance testing for rollout of new software programs
• Develop documentation and training guidelines for new software releases
• Develop, document and deploy organization reports

Education and Experience:

Minimum of BS degree in business administration, with emphasis on information technology

   
Software Applications/Skills required:

• QAD enterprise applications (MFG/PRO)
• Strong skills in MS Office, Project management, Share Point , Access, SQL
• Background in both Windows and Linux operating systems
• Background in working with document management systems
• Experience with web and email hosting
• Familiarity with bar code equipment/printers/scanners
• Working knowledge of Progress and other 4GL languages

Qualified applicants please forward resume to:

Cindy Yetka c/o TECHSTAFF of Arizona

cindy@techstaffaz.com (Phone: 480.456.4050)

 November 10, 2011                               
Systems Administrator
Available Date: Immediately
Location: Livonia, MI

Primary Responsibilities:

Primary responsibilities include installation/configuration, patching, upgrades and day to day operational support.  Enterprise applications/databases include QAD, Progress and ancillary applications that are part of the QAD environment.

• Responsible for installation, configuration, patching, upgrades and day to day operational support.
• Provides support for QAD and ancillary applications (Eagle, Openlink, etc.) including installation, configuration, patching, upgrades and day to day operational support.
• Provides support for Progress databases including database refreshes, installation, configuration, patching, upgrades and day to day operational support.
• Collaborates with other members of the team as well as other IT teams (infrastructure, application and development) and Vendor application support on problem resolution, proactive management and project work.
• Uses IT ticket management system to log problems, add updates and document resolution. 
• Provides second level support to IT Support Center colleagues and works with end users as needed to resolve issues.
• Follows IT change control procedures when implementing changes.
• Supports the Company's mission, vision, values and goals in performance of daily activities.
• Works with the Manager to identify team goals and initiatives.
• Provides suggestions to Manager to minimize expenditures and optimize resource utilization and deployment.
• Works on special projects as assigned by Manager IT.
• Maintains high standards of housekeeping throughout the work area.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with all levels of the organization.
• Assures compliance with federal, state, local and corporate policies, regulations and laws.
• Adherence to all company policies and procedures

Minimum Qualifications:

• Prior experience administering QAD applications
• Prior experience administering Progress databases
• Excellent organizational, analytical and communication skills.
• Quick learner and ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
     
  

Qualified applicants please forward resume to:

Jeremiah Kaltz, Recruiting Supervisor c/o Talascend

 October 5, 2011                               
Senior Programmer/Analyst
Available Date: Immediately
Location: Woodridge, IL

Responsibilities:

The Sr. Programmer Analyst will be the technical subject matter expert responsible for evaluation and implementation of new technology initiatives. Candidate will be responsible for architecture and development of applications, meeting SDLC best-practice requirements. Works closely with the Business analysts to assist in the design the functional specifications. Responsibilities include technical analysis and design, application development and deployment to support business requirements. Candidate will provide innovative leadership and skills to handle multiple projects effectively. The successful candidate will implement, enhance and maintain current QAD and other applications.

Major Responsibilities:

• Analyze current technology infrastructure and its ability to support business objectives.
• Participate in the collection of business requirements and analyze complexity to recommend efficient and cost effective solutions.
• Assess technologies and create technical specifications, process diagrams and data models for application development.
• Architect solutions to ensure effective ERP integration of bolt-on applications.
• Ensure that all development and/or corrective software has been fully tested and documented.
• Work with IT Applications Manager to identify risks and recommend steps for escalation, prioritization and risk mitigation.
• Evaluation and implementation of third party software solutions and advise IT Program Manager on software purchases and version upgrades.
• As a technical lead, drive technical design decisions and maintain project documentation, deliverables, plans, schedules and status reports.

• Works with IT Application Manager to determine development strategies and standards.
• Provides system analysis, design, development, debugging, testing, installation and support of business oriented applications.
• Use object oriented analysis and design to develop shared components where applicable.
• Create, modify and support applications using multiple programming languages.
• Apply Business Intelligence tools and techniques to develop reporting solutions.
• Support business initiatives such as web-based configurator, extended warranty, error proofing & traceability, BI and other functional applications typically found in an ERP system.
• Deploy applications through development, test, training and production environments.
• Provide technical support for business critical applications.
• Perform root cause analysis for issues in production environment.
• Prepare documentation (user manuals) and training material for end users.
• Prepare and maintain application technical documents.

Qualifications (Education and Experience): 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer–related field or equivalent experience required
• Advanced degree in computer-related field preferred
• Ability to interface with customers and provide group and one-on-one support & training

• Ability to work with all staff levels to ensure proper communication of project status and to identify and escalate issues as appropriate.

• Self-motivator with ability to champion critical business projects
• Prior manufacturing interface experience required, automotive and/or trucking industry experience desired
• Broad QAD ERP Application experience, preferably in a 2009/2010 EE environment.  Broad experience with the Progress RDMS products and Progress Application tools.
•  Broad experience in manufacturing, distribution and financial modules. 

Qualifications (Other Skills): 

• Ability to apply IT solutions to business problems.
• Keep up to date with emerging technologies.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to effectively manage priorities and deadlines during concurrent assignments.
• Provides mentoring and training to others.
• Ability to travel to plant sites as required.
• Must exhibit the highest professionalism, self-initiative, enthusiasm, and work ethic.

Qualified applicants please forward resume to:

Human Resources - Woodridge

Ph: 630.910.2800  /  Fax: 630.910.2699
humanresources@hendrickson-intl.com

 October 5, 2011                               
IT Business Analyst
Available Date: Immediately
Location: Woodridge, IL

Area of Accountability:

Responsible for the creation of functional requirements, scope, design, testing, documentation, implementation plans, training, and cross divisional alignment for application software development releases related to the Functional Areas of Supply Chain Management & Demand Management across Hendrickson.  Other project work related to supply chain as assigned.  
   
Major Responsibilities: 

• Conduct business process analysis, needs assessments, and preliminary cost/benefits analysis in an effort to align information technology solutions with business initiatives.
• Is the primary IT interface responsible for all communication to the functional user.
• Elicits and documents functional requirements using interviews, document analysis, requirements workshops, surveys, site visits, business process descriptions, use cases, scenarios, business analysis, task and workflow analysis.
• Facilitates the development of integrated IT system solutions (Best Practices).
• Advises & consults the user community on ERP functionality or other business systems which are in the functional area listed above.
• Provides input to functional excellence teams in functional areas listed above.
• Supports the multi-plant implementation of systems across Hendrickson.
• Specifies and applies sophisticated testing and quality monitoring procedures; assumes responsibility for the quality of developed solutions.
• Assumes an active role in continuous process improvement efforts to leverage the value of the ERP and extended solutions.
• Prepares end user training materials and job aides, and may participate in end user training.
• Anticipates system and business process issues and needs, while implementing recommendations for resolution.
• Analyzes requests for change in business process or system functionality and recommends appropriate action(s) to be taken. 
• Creates detailed recommendations and specifications to support business process changes.
• Assists Project Manager in designing, executing and monitoring projects.
• Monitors results for Project Manager in order to communicate issues related to project timing.

     
Qualifications:   

• Bachelor’s degree required .
• Expert functional & industry knowledge, comprising a minimum of 5 years experience is required in business process areas of either the Purchasing, Materials, Demand Management  or Supply Chain disciplines.
• Experience in an IT environment preferred.
• Working knowledge of commercial application products within Supply Chain management
• Working knowledge of QAD EE ERP system desired.
• Professional certifications in areas of Supply Chain Management, Demand Management , Materials & Project Management, and/or Training a strong plus.
• Must have excellent group facilitation and training presentation skills.
• A high level of initiative and project management skills necessaryIndependence in managing responsibilities.
• Ability to identify issues using root cause analysis methods (i.e., Global 8D)Ability to work as an effective team member.
• 25% travel is required.

Qualified applicants please forward resume to:

Human Resources - Woodridge

Ph: 630.910.2800  /  Fax: 630.910.2699
humanresources@hendrickson-intl.com

 October 3, 2011                               
ERP System Administrator
Available Date: Immediately
Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL

The ERP System Administrator’s role is to supervise and operate the organization’s ERP systems using best practices. This includes installing, configuring, patching, upgrading, and maintaining the Company’s proprietary ERP technologies. The ERP System Administrator is also responsible for planning and coordinating the change management of processes required for the support of ERP systems necessary for business operations. This individual will apply proven communication and problem-solving skills to solve issues related to the deployment of mission-critical ERP software.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 
    
Strategy & Planning

• Ensure that ERP software meets the Company’s business requirements and goals, and fulfills its users’ requirements.
  
• Identify, prioritize and resolve ERP systems issues.
  
• Develop and oversee the ERP change management process for all functional areas of the Company’s operations.
  
• Participate in design, review, and implementation of new business applications and integration strategies.
• Define and implement strategies for integrating EDI and non-EDI operating environments. 
  

    
Acquisition & Deployment

• Notify management of additional hardware or software requirements needed for successful ERP deployments, configuration, or maintenance, and make recommendations based on research and expertise.
• Negotiate contracts with ERP software and service providers.
• Liaise with company’s ERP suppliers for prompt rectification of any problems or emergencies.
• Evaluate proposals to identify potential problem areas and make appropriate recommendations.

    
Operational Management

• Evaluate, install, configure, and deploy ERP applications, systems software, products, and/or enhancements to existing applications and interfaces throughout the enterprise.
• Collaborate with business analysts, system owners and functional area users to test ERP software programs and applications interfaces.
• Ensure that any ERP integration into Company systems meets functional requirements, system compliance, and interface specifications.
• Perform system configuration, mapping, and management for EDI-based transactions and processes.
• Develop and maintain EDI process documentation.
• Install, coordinate, and troubleshoot EDI and other related ERP application interfaces.
• Perform daily monitoring and troubleshooting of the ERP system.
• Install and configure ERP system patches and upgrades as required.
• Perform application configurations and changes to ERP system and related interfaces.
• Coordinate feasibility studies for ERP products under consideration for purchase, and give advice based on findings.
• Liaise with network administrators and software engineers to assist with design specifications, program logic, and data conversions.

Formal Education Required
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, information systems, or business administration. 
   
Knowledge & Experience
At least 5 years direct experience administrating ERP applications (e.g., MFG/PRO, SAP, JDE).Knowledge of enterprise-level applications, including ERP, EDI, CRM, data warehouses, etc.Proven experience overseeing the direction, development, and implementation of ERP software solutions.Knowledge of EDI standard formats (ANSI X12, EDIFACT, etc.) and EDI translators.At least 5 years direct experience working in a manufacturing environment.Technically fluent in relational database administration, including Microsoft SQL and/or Progress. 
   

Preferred Skills
Knowledge of FDA regulations for Medical Device Manufacturers and data privacy practices/laws. 
  

Qualified candidates, please send resume to: 

Andy Weinstein c/o ISS Group: aweinstein@issgroup.net

 September 20, 2011                
QAD Business Analyst
Available Date: Immediately
Location: Beaverton, OR

This position will be a member of a small team dedicated to the systems analysis, development and process improvements using our global ERP system (QAD MFG/Pro). The position is located at our Beaverton, Oregon manufacturing site and reports to the Director of IT. This position will contribute to Cascade Microtech's success by enabling our strategic business initiatives through our core systems by assisting in the analysis, development and continuous improvement of global business processes.

    
This position will:

• Provide business systems analysis including requirements analysis & documentation, system capability mapping, test case development, global process alignment, data integrity validation for our key business functions.
• Participate and contribute to ERP system upgrades and major projects. Evaluate and recommend new and enhanced infrastructure related to ERP systems including software, third-party tools, development methodologies, etc, ensuring infrastructure components meet reliability, adaptability, scalability, portability, supportability, visibility and integration requirements.
• Create new functionality and ad hoc reporting as required using Progress and other tools. Create user and technical documentation of new and existing functionality and demonstrate features through user training sessions.
• Drive software validation and User Acceptance Testing
• Provide project management as required to drive successful initiatives in a complex, integrated, multi-site business environment.
• Partner with key business stakeholders to blend business acumen with systems capabilities to enable company to build competitive advantage.

Technical Skills and Knowledge:
5+ years experience working as an analyst/developer with QAD MFG/Pro and Progress is required with multi-site, global manufacturing experience preferred. Must have 2+ years of experience writing custom browses / reports with a demonstrated ability in understanding data models and the generation of key operational metrics. Must have strong familiarity with QAD SE2009 functional module capabilities and expertise in process mapping and understanding the systems / data impact of process changes across QAD standard and custom code.

• Must be hands-on, detailed oriented and have the ability to quickly adapt to changes and new ideas, as well as be an agent for change.
• Must have excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively and clearly, in writing and/or orally, both in one-on-one and group presentation situations.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with the global IT team. Must possess excellent analytical, problem solving, organizational, interpersonal, and motivational skills, with the ability to move cleanly from theoretical to implementation thinking.
• Requires a track record demonstrating the ability and agility to blend business acumen with systems capabilities to enable company to build competitive advantage.
• Must have the ability to focus on crisp execution and delivery on near-term and long-term goals, projects, process improvement initiatives, and tactical operational activities.

    
A four-year college degree from an accredited university or the equivalent experience is needed. Requires 5+ years of experience in an analyst role for a global, multi-site, manufacturing company and 5+ years experience working as an analyst/developer with a major ERP system Multi-site, global experience is preferred. Must possess 5+ years QAD MFG/Pro, Progress DB and related tools experience required.

Physical Requirements:
This position resides in an office setting. Must be able to work extended work hours to communicate, plan and execute with the global IT team or to complete special projects and meet operational demands. Must be able to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screening.

Qualified candidates, please send resume to: 

hr@cmicro.com and reference Job # 11-29850.

 September 20, 2011                
Information Services Manager
Available Date: Immediately
Location: New Boston, MI

Champion Foods is a consumer goods manufacturer located near Detroit, MI.  Due to growth, we are looking to fill an Information Services Manager position to drive performance through strategic MFG/Pro utilization. 

Job Summary: 
Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Information Technology (IT) functions, including, technical support functions, systems developments and project management from design through implementation.  Evaluate and makes recommendations relative to new technologies or processes and documents processes or policies related to Information Technology.  Develop long and short range IT strategies that are in line with company objectives and goals.
   

Essential Functions:

• Evaluates business needs then creates and implements operational and strategic IT plans in line with company objectives and goals.

• Oversee IT projects including managing scope, resources, costs, timelines, quality and risk.

• Review technical aspects of new projects and systems related to architecture, system performance, efficiency and network impact. 
• Oversees the creation and maintenance of all documentation for the technical environment.

• Collaborate with internal resources, vendors and others to resolve problems.

• Maintains awareness of changing trends and regulations with might affect the company and act on as required.

• Serves as a liaison with the Ilitch Holdings, Inc. IT Shared Services organization and other Ilitch owned companies IT departments.

• Oversee external contractors and ensure adherence to corporate policies and contracts.

• Provide input and manage the IT department budget.

• Prepare and conduct end-user training on various technical subjects.

• Supports users needs in a professional, courteous and timely manner.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/related area from an accredited college or university. 
• Minimum of five (5) years experience in an Information Technology environment, including application development, packaged software selection, technical infrastructure implementation and support, network administration and IBM system configuration. 
• Minimum of two (2) years project management experience utilizing industry standard methodologies and the capability of managing multiple, simultaneous projects.

• Broad-based strategic thinking capability and the ability to translate strategic intents into deliverables.

• Demonstrated analytical skills with the ability to solve problems and make rational, business-based decisions.

• Evidence of highly developed verbal, written and presentation communication skills with the ability to communicate information to a wide variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated organization and planning skills and developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize and accomplish work goals.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Previous experience in a food and/or process manufacturing environment.

• Experience with MFG/Pro, Linux, or Progress.

 May 26, 2011                      
IS Specialist / Programmer
Available Date: Immediately
Location: Troy, OH

Job Summary:

Spinnaker Coating is a leading producer of paper and film laminates which are converted into pressure sensitive labels. We are a well established company with a great tradition and reputation for quality, exceptional customer service and a very people-oriented culture.

   
Job functions include but are not limited to the following: 

• Analyze business requirements through user interaction or through the direction of senior staff members in order to translate requirements into design specifications and functional code.
• Develop functional specifications and program logic through flowcharts, ERDs, etc.
• Participate in project review meetings and provide input on the status of projects in terms of resource requirements, design, problem identification, and timelines
• Ensure proper standards and procedures are followed in the development of new programs or in modifying existing code.  This includes design documentation, test plans, naming conventions, database rules, and directory structures.
• Ensure that procedures are followed for implementing new/modified code into production
• Work with IS team members in resolving operating issues related to performance, downtime, system upgrades (hardware, software, releases) and related items.

 
Experience:

• Prefer to have 1-2 years 4GL/Relational Database programming experience.
• Not a requirement, but preferably in MFG/PRO (QAD) version 7.4 or
  higher and Progress version 7.3 or higher.
• Experience in manufacturing environments using MFG/PRO* Cyberquery experience is a plus
• Experience in a Unix environment, preferably HP-UX 10.20 or 11.X desirable.

OR

• Lotus Notes programming experience desirable, version 6 or higher.Experience in a 4GL/ Relational Database environment
• Experience with web technologies such as HTML, DHTML, and Javascript desirable.

Education:

• Associates Degree in Computer Science or related field a must.
• Will accept resume’s of those currently working towards a degree. 

• Experience with any of the following would be beneficial but not required:
• Programming knowledge in any of the following is a plus: XML, SQL

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K Plan, Educational Assistance  

Screening Requirements: Drug Screen, Professional References

Qualified candidates, please send resume to: 

Darin Davis, IT Director   c/o Spinnaker Coating
Darin.Davis@spinps.com  |  Fax (877) 286-2005