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Position Information Position Title Superintendent/President Department Superintendent/President's Office (Dept) Primary Location San Marcos Campus Location Details Palomar has multiple campus locations (San Marcos, Escondido, Rancho Bernardo and Fallbrook); the work location is subject to change. Requires travel to other District locations. Full or Part Time Full-Time Category Administrative Hours per week Exempt Position Number of Months 12 month Work Schedule Exempt Position Grade N/A Salary/Wage Starting salary range: $325,000 – $360,000 annually Salary is negotiable dependent upon education and experience within posted salary range. Length of contract and other terms of employment are competitive and negotiable dependent upon education and experience. In addition, administrators who possess earned doctorates from accredited institutions are awarded an annual stipend of $1,862.53. Other fringe benefits can be negotiated with the Governing Board upon offer of hire. Currently the District also provides this position with a $100 monthly cell phone stipend and a $500 monthly transportation allowance, for a gross amount of $600 per month. These stipends are not considered creditable compensation under CalPERS or CalSTRS. Salary/Wage Frequency Monthly Benefits In addition to a competitive compensation structure, Palomar College also offers an extremely generous benefits package. Insurance fully paid for employees and their eligible dependents: four medical plans, dental HMO, and the vision plan (additional plans are available that require employee buy up/monthly contribution) Vacation, sick leave and 25 paid holidays $80,000 employee term life/accident insurance policy (additional buy up options available) Employee long-term care insurance Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) – Confidential free counseling, financial, legal, personal and professional development resources for all members of your household Additional buy up options available for other voluntary insurance benefits Enrollment in CalSTRS (California State Teachers Retirement System) The estimated maximum value of this employer-paid benefits package is approximately $31,245.84 annually. Primary Function The next Superintendent/President of Palomar College will be an experienced, visible, responsive leader who seeks to understand and respect the history and culture of Palomar College, while building trust and leading the College in addressing the Opportunities and Challenges listed below. Minimum Qualifications To be eligible for this position, you must meet and provide evidence of the following minimum qualifications: Experience: Progressive leadership experience with five or more years of senior-level experience. Note: For work experience, a “year” is defined as equivalent to 40 hours per week for 12 months. For supervisory experience, the experience must be at a professional level (i.e. evaluation and/or discipline of staff). AND Education: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university. Only coursework completed at, and degrees awarded by, accredited institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education will be considered as satisfying the minimum qualifications. Coursework and degrees that are completed outside of the United States are required to have transcripts evaluated (evaluation to U.S. equivalency and a course by course analysis) by an appropriate U.S. credentials evaluation service. For a list of credentials evaluation agencies accepted by Palomar College, visit the National Association of Credentials Evaluation Services (NACES) website at http://www.naces.org, or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) website at http://aice-eval.org/. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility and Antiracism (DEIAA) Statement Click here to see a quick overview of our student demographics on our recent Student Fact Sheet. All positions require cultural competency which includes the sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff. Preferred Qualifications Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university Community college leadership experience in teaching, instructional services, student services, finance and administrative services, and/or human resource services. Licenses and/or Certificates Possession of a valid California Driver’s License by time of appointment. Supervision Received and Exercised Supervision Given: Executive, administrative, supervisory, classified, hourly, and volunteer employees Duties and Responsibilities Opportunities and Challenges: The next Superintendent/President of Palomar College will be an experienced, visible, responsive leader who seeks to understand and respect the history and culture of Palomar College, while building trust and leading the College in addressing the following Opportunities and Challenges: Increasing student enrollment, persistence, and completion through: Navigating enrollment and demographic shifts Effectively using the college centers, expanding their programs and services Expanding programs that meet area needs for workers in skilled trades, healthcare, public safety, logistics, and green energy Creating a seamless registration experience and resolving technical issues affecting student enrollment (passwords, IDs, email) Developing and implementing a plan to grow the in-person campus environment Addressing classified vacancies, workload expansion and minimal hiring that impact student access, retention and completion Focus on innovative program development, partnerships, community outreach, and campus and centers utilization Recognizing the value of effective decision-making and fully engaging in shared governance while unifying the college across all constituents through: Building trust and cohesion across employee groups, students, and the governing board Addressing leadership transitions and supporting the professional development of new executive leadership Enhancing shared governance and leadership efforts to unify the college across all constituents Supporting and assisting the governing board focus on student needs and success and making policy decisions that align with the System mission and vision Ensuring an inclusive environment where the needs of all employees are acknowledged and supported Ensuring sound operational and fiscal management, planning, and long-term fiscal stability through: Aligning resource allocation, workforce stability and student success initiatives Engaging in strategic discipline with fewer initiatives but done well instead of constant new projects without staffing or resources Modernizing, simplifying, and building confidence in systems college-wide Building community support for a new bond for facilities to advance completion of facilities and infrastructure improvements Planning for facilities evolving technologies and infrastructure demands Developing an organizational structure and size that reflects the changing enrollment and fiscal realities of the district Advancing efforts to ensure the success of all students through: Recognizing that equity and inclusion are central to the college’s mission and a defining lens for institutional decision-making Assisting students in receiving adequate basic needs support for food, shelter, technology and transportation Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Personal and Professional Qualities and Skills: The next Superintendent/President of Palomar College will exhibit the following qualities and skills necessary to lead the college in addressing the identified Opportunities and Challenges: Experience Knowledgeable and experienced in higher education Demonstrated leadership experience with deep understanding of California community colleges Strong and positive labor relations and collective bargaining experience Leadership Ethical, honest, trustworthy, and transparent Strategic and visionary thinker Straight forward communicator, who does not prioritize optics over reality Visible, approachable, welcoming and accessible across the district and community Ability to unify diverse perspectives and build consensus and trust within a complex political and organizational environment Decisive and courageous leader who can guide the college through change with clarity and purpose Highly connected to students, visible at college events, and actively advocating for students Holds self, and others, accountable, admits mistakes and learns from them Decision-making Courageous, student-centered, innovative, data-informed, and solution-oriented in addressing what is best for the District legally and ethically and not just popularly Capability to set a clear and compelling direction for the college, and the ability to know when to pivot when change is needed for the success of the District Follows shared governance processes and engages groups early in decision-making Relations Relationship builder skilled at developing and sustaining relationships/partnerships with the governing board, students, constituent groups, and community leaders and organizations Exceptional communicator and collaborator who is a skilled listener, maintains open dialogue, fosters shared governance, builds consensus, and communicates proactively and transparently Visible, accessible, and present on campus and in the community Ability to support, guide and unify a board of trustees with diverse policy goals Budget and Finance Fiscally responsible and able to manage resources effectively Workforce centered budgeting that recognizes staffing drives enrollment, service quality and institutional stability Fair treatment and full participation and support for all students and employees Aware of own cultural background and how it influences perceptions, values, and practices and effects and shapes relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community Fosters a strongly inclusive environment where differences are valued, respected, and encouraged Working Conditions Environmental Conditions: Office environment; exposure to computer screens, noise and electrical energy; extensive contact with faculty, staff, students and community members. Physical Conditions: Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing and sitting for extended periods of time. Must be able to travel to District and other locations. Terms of Employment This is a full-time, 12 months per year educational administrator position. Salary is negotiable dependent upon education and experience within posted salary range. Length of contract and other terms of employment are competitive and negotiable dependent upon education and experience. The person selected for hire will be required to complete the following pre-employment requirements: live scan/fingerprinting, official transcript(s), and TB risk assessment. Other pre-employment requirements may be required depending on the position (i.e. certifications or licenses; see applicable job posting section for details). Successful completion of all pre-employment requirements is mandatory to be eligible for employment. These requirements are in accordance with the following Administrative Procedures and Board Policies:AP 7125, AP 7126, AP 7127, AP 7330, BP 7330, AP 7336, AP 7337, and BP 7335. The anticipated start date is January 2027 pending Governing Board approval. Posting Detail Information Open Date 07/20/2026 Close Date 09/08/2026 Open Until Filled No Posting Number P1063P Additional Application Information Cover letter (required): Please do not exceed five pages for your cover letter. The cover letter must address the four broad areas of Opportunities and Challenges and the 6 broad areas of Personal and Professional Qualifications and Skills as described in the announcement. Supplemental application material (required): Please provide a robust reference list to include the names and contact information for 8 references. References must include at least one supervisor, one faculty member, one support staff member, one community member, and one professional colleague. References will not be contacted until you are determined to be a finalist for the position and have given permission to contact the references. The hiring committee will decide if interviews will be conducted in person at the College or via Zoom. Travel reimbursement is only available for eligible candidates. HR will notify those who are eligible when interviews are scheduled. Candidates selected as second-level interview finalists for the position will be required to participate in an open forum; the forum will also be recorded for later viewing by the college community who cannot attend the forum in-person. For more information about the position and/or the recruitment process, visitwww.palomar.edu/presidentsearch/.
Job Title: Quality Engineer Company: One Stop Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: OSS) Headquarters Location: Escondido/San Diego, CA Why Join Us? At One Stop Systems, we are committed to innovation and excellence. Join our team and contribute to cutting-edge projects in a dynamic and supportive environment. Company Overview: One Stop Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: OSS) is a San Diego-based publicly traded technology company and global leader in enterprise class compute solutions for AI/ML, sensor fusion, and autonomy at the demanding ‘edge.’ OSS designs and manufactures the highest performance compute and storage products that enable these rugged AI, sensor fusion and autonomous mobile capabilities without compromise. These hardware and software platforms bring the latest enterprise class data center performance and technology to the harsh and challenging applications, whether they are on land, sea or in the air. OSS products include ruggedized servers, compute accelerators, flash storage arrays, and storage acceleration software. These specialized rugged and compact products are used across multiple industries and applications, including commercial autonomous applications, as well as aircraft, drones, ships, and vehicles within the defense industry. The company has annual sales in excess of $40 million, is profitable, cash flow positive, enjoys a solid cash position without domestic debt and has target growth plans in excess of 20% a year. Our markets have significant tail winds being driven by the high priority within the DOD to add AI and/or Autonomous capabilities throughout the military theater as well as strong economic pull within the commercial segment. The market opportunity for OSS types of products is expected to grow to over $2 billion in size. Compensation & Benefits: Annual salary range $85,000 - $97,000 Potential for Stock Equity 401K Matching Competitive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision Three weeks of PTO 11 Paid Holidays Position Overview: OSS is seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Quality Engineer with three to five years of relevant experience to support product, process, supplier, and quality-management-system performance in an AS9100D-certified manufacturing environment. This mid-level position combines inspection and product assurance with root-cause analysis, corrective action, supplier quality, audit support, quality metrics, and continuous improvement. The Quality Engineer will independently handle routine quality-engineering activities, contribute to cross-functional problem solving, and receive guidance from the Quality Manager on complex, high-risk, or customer-sensitive issues. Reporting Relationships: The Quality Engineer will report to the Quality Assurance Manager. Duties and Responsibilities: Receiving and Final Inspection Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections and support the preparation and review of First Article Inspections and First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) in accordance with AS9102. Inspect electro-mechanical parts and assemblies, sheet metal and machined components, printed circuit boards (PCBs), printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), and related hardware. Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), surface-finish requirements, workmanship standards, and customer quality notes. Perform visual inspections of plating, coatings, chemical conversion coatings, paint, cosmetic surfaces, soldering, conformal coating, and other applicable finishes or special processes. Select and use appropriate inspection equipment, including calipers, micrometers, height or drop gages, pin gages, thread gages, go/no-go gages, microscopes, surface plates, and other precision measuring tools. Ensure inspection records, reports, and related documentation are complete, accurate, traceable, and processed in a timely manner. Product Quality and Manufacturing Support Assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of inspection plans, control plans, sampling plans, acceptance criteria, and inspection methods; independently maintain assigned inspection documentation. Support production-floor quality issues, monitor First Pass Yield (FPY), and help improve manufacturing quality throughout the production cycle. Nonconformance, Root Cause, and Corrective Action Administer Nonconformance Material Reports (NCMRs/NCRs), support material-review and disposition activities, and coordinate assigned temporary deviations or controlled exceptions when authorized. Support root-cause investigations and corrective actions under the guidance of the Quality Manager, independently leading appropriately scoped investigations using methods such as 5 Whys, Fishbone (Ishikawa), and DMAIC tools. Prepare, coordinate, and follow up on Corrective Action Reports (CARs), Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs), and other corrective or preventive actions. Collect and evaluate objective evidence to support corrective-action effectiveness verification and confirm that assigned actions address the identified root cause. Investigate manufacturing defects, assembly failures, customer complaints, field failures, returns, supplier escapes, and containment issues. Identify design-related or process-related contributors to quality issues and work with Engineering and Operations to reduce scrap, rework, escapes, and recurrence. Quality Management System and Audit Support Support ongoing compliance with AS9100D, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, customer-specific requirements, and applicable regulatory requirements. Prepare for and participate in internal audits, registrar audits, customer audits, supplier assessments, and TUV or UL facility audits, as applicable; support audit follow-up and closure of assigned findings. Support the process approach, risk-based thinking, document control, configuration management, product traceability, product safety, counterfeit-parts prevention, and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention. Assist with creating, updating, and reviewing quality procedures, work instructions, inspection instructions, the Quality Manual, the Procedure Manual, and controlled quality records; provide training on assigned processes and documents. Maintain assigned portions of the Master Documentation Register and support document-control activities to ensure quality documents are current, approved, and properly controlled. Review purchase orders, customer quality clauses, specifications, and contract requirements to confirm quality obligations are identified and implemented. Support the calibration system for inspection, measuring, and test equipment, including record maintenance, recall coordination, and follow-up on overdue or out-of-tolerance equipment. Supplier Quality Work with suppliers and Supply Chain to resolve assigned quality issues and support supplier selection, approval, development, and ongoing performance monitoring. Support supplier audits, remote assessments, receiving-inspection planning, and supplier risk evaluations; participate in onsite supplier activities as experience and business needs require. Review supplier FAIRs and supporting objective evidence for compliance with AS9102 and customer requirements. Coordinate assigned supplier escapes, containment activities, corrective actions, and improvement actions, escalating significant risks or recurring issues to the Quality Manager. Maintain and analyze supplier scorecards and key performance indicators, including On-Time Delivery (OTD), Parts Per Million (PPM), Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), corrective-action responsiveness, and other risk or performance measures. Support maintenance of the Approved Vendor List and communicate supplier-quality performance to Supply Chain and cross-functional stakeholders. Quality Metrics and Continuous Improvement Analyze assigned quality data and communicate trends, risks, and improvement opportunities using quality metrics and objective evidence. Track and report CORE process KPIs, Quality Objectives, FPY, nonconformance trends, supplier performance, corrective-action aging, and other departmental measures. Apply foundational quality-engineering methods such as risk assessment, sampling plans, basic Statistical Process Control (SPC), and data trending; participate in FMEA, process-capability (Cp/Cpk), and Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R) activities with guidance as appropriate. Participate in Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous-improvement projects and lead appropriately scoped improvement activities that enhance product quality, process capability, cost, delivery, or customer satisfaction. Use Microsoft Excel, ERP/MRP systems, quality-management software, and other business tools to analyze data, maintain records, and communicate results. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Quality, or a related technical field; an equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant experience may be considered. Three to five years of relevant quality, inspection, manufacturing-engineering, supplier-quality, or quality-engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least one year supporting an AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 certified quality management system. Practical working knowledge of AS9100D and/or ISO 9001 requirements, including control of nonconforming products, document control, process controls, customer requirements, and risk-based thinking. Experience preparing, performing, or reviewing First Article Inspections and FAIR documentation; ability to read engineering drawings and apply basic GD&T concepts in accordance with ASME Y14.5. Familiarity with acceptance sampling principles such as ANSI/ASQ Z1.4 is preferred. Experience with root-cause analysis, nonconformance processing, corrective-action follow-up, quality metrics, and cross-functional problem solving; exposure to supplier quality is required, with direct supplier corrective-action experience preferred. Hands-on proficiency with common precision inspection tools and the ability to determine appropriate inspection methods. Working knowledge of electro-mechanical manufacturing and experience with several relevant processes, such as machining, sheet metal fabrication, plating or coatings, chemical conversion coatings, assembly, soldering, conformal coating, PCB/PCBA fabrication, electronics, special processes, or ESD controls. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office, with experience using ERP/MRP systems and quality-management, document-control, or inspection software. Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently. Preferred Qualifications and Certifications Aerospace, defense, rugged electronics, medical-device, or other highly regulated manufacturing experience. ASQ Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA), Certified Quality Technician (CQT), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), or equivalent certification; certification in progress is also valued. AS9100 or ISO 9001 internal-auditor training, audit-participation experience, or interest in completing formal auditor training. Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Green Belt, with practical exposure to DMAIC or structured continuous improvement. Formal GD&T training or certification. Exposure to customer-specific aerospace or defense requirements and quality clauses. Competencies: Clear Communication Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to deliver the appropriate level of detail. Develop Relationships Has the ability to develop relationships with co-workers and to contribute to group solutions. Good Judgement Exercise good business judgment and makes good decisions and notifies management of issues and concerns. Positive Attitude Positive attitude with ability to work independently as well as collaboratively across all departments within the OSS Company. Budget Works with the company's budgetary guidelines while minimizing expenses and maximizing cost efficiency. Company Goals Understands Company and department goals and objectives and how to contribute. Physical Demands: This position operates in both office and manufacturing environments. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, communicate, use a computer, and use hands to handle inspection equipment and product. The employee may occasionally lift, push, or carry items up to 25 pounds and may assist with heavier items using appropriate equipment or team-lift practices. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
About This Role: The Senior Environmental Health & Safety Specialist protects employees, customers, visitors, property, and assets from injury or loss. Ensures compliance with pertinent regulations and the Global EHS Policy. Essential Functions: Leads and supports compliance efforts related to Local, State, and Federal Environmental, Health & Safety regulations and standards. Acts as a liaison with regulatory agencies, submits required regulatory reports in a timely manner, and ensures ongoing compliance with permits and applicable regulations. Conducts site and machine risk assessments, job hazard analyses, industrial hygiene surveys, and compliance audits to identify hazards, evaluate risk exposure, and recommend corrective actions for manufacturing equipment, processes, and operational activities. Facilitates safety representative meetings across all shifts to communicate Environmental, Health & Safety initiatives, review trends, discuss concerns, and promote employee engagement in safety programs. Develops, implements, updates, and maintains site-specific Environmental, Health & Safety programs, policies, procedures, and training materials to support regulatory compliance and continuous improvement initiatives. Assists with Workers’ Compensation claims administration and provides all necessary documentation for investigations and claim management. Coordinates communication between the third-party administrator, medical providers, supervisors, and employees regarding return-to-work plans and work restrictions. Responds to emergencies, injuries, workplace violence incidents, spills, etc. Performs post-incident and hazard investigations to determine root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions to reduce future risk. Ensures the safe handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of hazardous chemicals and waste materials. Defines HAZWOPER activities, coordinates required training, maintains chemical inventories and Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and ensures appropriate supplies and equipment are available. Reviews Lockout/Tagout procedures annually and conducts periodic audits to verify procedures are accurate, effective, and consistently followed throughout operations. Conducts routine safety inspections of manufacturing, warehouse, tooling, maintenance, and office areas to identify unsafe conditions, ensure compliance, and track corrective actions to completion. Maintains OSHA logs, inspection records, training records, and other Environmental, Health & Safety documentation required for regulatory compliance and internal reporting through our EHS Data Management System. Tracks, manages, and maintains site-specific Environmental, Health & Safety projects and action items through our project management system to ensure timely completion Partners with Engineering, Maintenance, Production, and Facilities teams to support safe equipment installations, process changes, and continuous improvement projects. Assists with contractor safety activities including onboarding requirements, documentation review, and monitoring compliance with site safety expectations. Supports environmental compliance activities including stormwater inspections, hazardous waste management, and environmental reporting requirements. Education/Training Required and Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in related field, or a combination of education and relevant work experience. Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and/or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) preferred. HAZMAT AND HAZWOPER certifications preferred. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First-Aid certifications. Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification preferred. Experience Required and Preferred: Minimum five years of experience working in the Environmental Health and Safety field, preferably in Manufacturing. What You Bring: Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations and related state and federal laws, as well as experience in interacting with regulatory agencies required. Experience working with state and federal regulations relating to Air Pollution Control District (APCD), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and California Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Cal-OSHA) required. Knowledge and experience working with the principles of accident prevention and safety required. Experience in ergonomics and performing ergonomic evaluations required. Ability to lead a team, influence without authority and display effective project management skills required. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office programs required. Experience with MSDSOnline, VelocityEHS and Aha preferred. Excellent attention to detail and prioritization skills required. Ability to make mathematical calculations and operate various office equipment required. Ability to self-initiate activities and work within timelines required. Must be flexible and able to adapt to changing organizational needs. Ability to work with minimal direction. Knowledge of principles and techniques of employee training required. Ability to make sound judgments and respond to emergency situations in a calm manner required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English required. Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface with members across the organization required. Ability to travel domestically and internationally to support Environmental Health and Safety needs at additional office locations preferred. Must have or be able to obtain a valid passport. Forklift driving experience preferred. Ability to speak and write in Spanish preferred. What We Offer: Amazing corporate culture - we walk the walk when it comes to our values! Beautiful 20 acre park like campus with creek and walking trails On site wellness center with personal training, fitness classes and massage FUN company events! Company donation matching and volunteer rewards Career development opportunities and profit sharing bonus Follow us on LinkedIn, check out our rave reviews on Glassdoor, and learn more about our company culture on our career site: http://corporate.hunterindustries.com/careers (http://corporate.hunterindustries.com/careers) Hunter is a global leader in the irrigation, outdoor lighting, dispensing technology, and custom manufacturing industries. Driving our continued success is the combined energy and talents of the nearly 4,000 people on our team. Together, we create a diverse array of products that can be seen all over the world, from residential landscapes to national landmarks, stadiums, parks, hotels, and municipal buildings. Hunter Industries and its Family of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, military and veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic. The salary for this opportunity ranges from $87,000 to $100,000 The Company complies with all federal/local/state regulations in regard to pay. The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Compensation offered to the successful candidate will be determined by qualifications, prior experience, other job-related factors, and geographic location. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
The Company Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health. We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us. At Dexcom, our mission is to empower people to take control of their health. The Senior Director, Lean (Kaizen & Continuous Improvement) will lead the enterprise-wide continuous improvement strategy, embedding a culture of daily problem-solving, operational excellence, and frontline empowerment across Operations, Quality, and enabling functions. This leader will drive sustainable improvements that enhance product quality, reliability, and patient outcomes Where you come in: You lead and scale Dexcom’s Kaizen and Continuous Improvement strategy across global operations and quality organizations You embed Daily Management Systems (DMS), leader standard work, and structured problem-solving (A3, root cause analysis) You champion a Gemba-driven culture, ensuring leaders are actively engaged in frontline problem-solving You facilitate high-impact Kaizen events focused on quality, compliance, cost, and delivery improvements You partner cross-functionally (Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, R&D) to prioritize and execute improvement initiatives You ensure alignment of CI initiatives with regulatory requirements (FDA QSR, ISO 13485) and audit readiness You build and mentor a network of Lean/CI practitioners and change agents You drive sustainability of improvements through governance, metrics, and follow-through mechanisms In addition to functional Lean leadership, this role serves as a Global Lean practitioner, leading and deploying Kaizen initiatives across the enterprise to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence. What makes you successful: You have proven experience driving enterprise-level Kaizen transformations in regulated industries (medical device, pharma, biotech preferred) You have deep expertise in Lean methodologies (TPS, A3, VSM, 5 Whys, etc.) You have experience working in FDA-regulated and ISO-compliant environments You have a strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior leadership You have demonstrated success driving cultural and behavioral change at scale Certification in Lean/Six Sigma (Black Belt or Master Black Belt preferred) What you’ll get: A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community . A full and comprehensive benefits program. Growth opportunities on a global scale. Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement. An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve. Travel Required: 15-25% Experience and Education Requirements: Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree with 15+ years of industry experience Typically requires 9+ years of successful management experience in relevant industry Flex Workplace: Your primary location will be a home office. You will not have an assigned workstation and will work with your manager to determine office visit needs. You must live within commuting distance of your assigned Dexcom site (typically 75 miles/120km). Language Skills: Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Examples of English language proficiency may include (but are not limited to): ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and correspondence; ability to verbally communicate with leadership, employees, and auditors; ability to comprehend spoken language. Physical Demands: Employees in this position may be required to perform the following physical activities: standing, walking, and sitting for extended periods of time; frequent use of the hands, fingers, wrist, and greater arm to handle small materials, tools, boxes, and trays; lifting and carrying objects up to 50Ibs; occasional overhead reaches and lifts; occasional lifts and reaches below the knee; occasional pushing and pulling of materials and objects with moderate forces; occasional crouching/kneeling, twisting, and squatting movements. Work Environment: Employees may be exposed to the following environmental conditions while performing this job: work near moving parts, work with chemicals, outdoor weather conditions, exposure to intense light and/or intermittent light, fast-paced work, and elevated noise levels. Salary: $199,600.00 - $332,600.00 Please note: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Dexcom’s AAP may be viewed upon request by contacting Talent Acquisition at [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Dexcom Talent Acquisition at [email protected]. Meritain, an Aetna Company, creates and publishes the Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Dexcom. To link to the Machine-Readable Files, please click on the URL provided: https://health1.meritain.com/app/public/#/one/insurerCode=MERITAIN_I&brandCode=MERITAINOVER/machine-readable-transparency-in-coverage?reportingEntityType=TPA_19874&lock=true To all Staffing and Recruiting Agencies: Our Careers Site is only for individuals seeking a job at Dexcom. Only authorized staffing and recruiting agencies may use this site or to submit profiles, applications or resumes on specific requisitions. Dexcom does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies. Please do not forward resumes to the Talent Acquisition team, Dexcom employees or any other company location. Dexcom is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/applications. Salary: $199,600.00 - $332,600.00
Description: Job Summary: The Senior Manufacturing Systems Engineer is responsible for leading the company’s continuous improvement strategy, manufacturing systems development, and automation initiatives across all facilities. This is a highly hands-on role that works directly with Engineering, Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Operations to identify opportunities, solve problems, and implement sustainable solutions. The position spends significant time on the production floor partnering with employees, supervisors, and managers to improve safety, quality, productivity, and overall manufacturing performance. Success in this role is measured by practical business results: increased throughput, reduced scrap and downtime, improved labor efficiency, and the successful implementation of automation and process improvement projects. Essential Functions: · Leads the company’s continuous improvement philosophy and manufacturing systems improvement efforts across all facilities, developing and implementing practical strategies that support company goals and operational priorities. · Analyzes current manufacturing processes to eliminate waste, improve workflow and material flow, and increase labor efficiency and overall production performance. · Leads cross-functional improvement projects from concept through execution, ensuring changes are implemented, documented, and sustained. · Conducts root cause analysis and implements corrective actions, using production data and direct floor observation to prioritize improvement initiatives. · Serves as a technical resource for robotics, automation, and manufacturing technology improvements, evaluating opportunities and supporting the planning, implementation, and optimization of automated systems. · Works with vendors, integrators, Engineering, and Operations during the installation, testing, and commissioning of new automated or robotic systems. · Partners with Engineering, Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain to gather feedback and implement practical manufacturing solutions. · Develops project plans and timelines, managing multiple improvement projects simultaneously while maintaining focus on priorities and measurable results. · Creates and sustains standard work and best practices across manufacturing areas, and trains employees and leaders on new processes and continuous improvement methods. · Promotes a culture of continuous improvement and communicates project updates, results, and recommendations clearly to cross-functional teams and leadership. · Supports new product launches and process updates by optimizing manufacturing methods and identifying future technologies that can improve long-term operational performance. · Provides technical guidance during capital improvement projects and tracks results against expected outcomes, measuring success through tangible business impact. · Assists in the selection of new staff and provides technical coaching to employees participating in improvement initiatives. Requirements: General Functions: · Drives engagement by providing employees with the tools and information to encourage autonomy, while giving constant feedback to manage execution. · Build collaborative relationships that facilitate execution and create synergies. · Develops strategies and provides direction to the team, clearly communicating the objectives to achieve departmental and individual results that align with the company goals. · Hires and appoints competent and qualified individuals to ensure the department’s goals are met, while providing a challenging environment that encourages a growth mindset. · Develops talent, identifying and communicating the employees’ strengths and weaknesses, encourages continued improvement and provides the resources to achieve desired results. · Adapts quickly to changes, understanding the company’s vision and mission and leads the team to align to the new changes. · Drives results by creating a culture of accountability and ownership and balances rewards and recognitions with coaching and corrective actions. · Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of the department. Skills and Abilities: · Building trust: The ability to inspire and motivate others and lead by example to create effective teams that produce consistent superior results. · Communication skills: The ability to articulate ideas and goals effectively, clearly, and professionally within all levels of the organization to inspire, influence and move others to action. Provides meaning and clarity to others. · Emotional intelligence: Necessary to recognize own strengths and weaknesses and to effectively relate with the objective to bring out the best in others and self. Self-management to maintain a positive outlook during stressful situations and strong relationship-management skills to influence, coach, and mentor others to resolve conflict effectively. · Goal oriented: The ability to understand the organization’s business goals and mission to strategically prioritize departmental initiatives and lead teams with a common vision. · Leadership and Performance Management skills: The ability to lead and manage a team of employees, including setting expectations, delegating responsibilities, assessing, and addressing performance, and providing feedback and coaching, while creating a positive and supportive work environment that fosters employee growth and development. · Organization and planning skills: The ability to oversee multiple projects and varied timeliness and deadlines to meet objectives. Seeing the picture and how different elements interact are critical aspects of the planning process. · Process optimization: The ability to manage execution by continuously improving processes, maximizing efficiencies, and reducing waste. · Sound decision making and critical thinking skills: The ability to effectively analyze complex business problems and implement plans for moving forward. This involves engaging in constructive conflict to invite diverse perspectives, thorough consideration of different viewpoints and effective closure to ensure stakeholders alignment with company goals. Preferred Education and Experience: · A bachelor’s or higher level degree. · At least 5 years of previous experience in management. · At least 10 years of previous experience in an manufacturing systems engineering role. Physical Requirements & Working Conditions: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. · Physical dexterity: The employee must be able to bend, twist, and reach while handling objects. The employee is also required to stand, walk, use hands to handle and feel, and to hear.The employee will need the ability to use a mouse and keyboard for a large portion of the day. · Travel: May be required to travel between company facilities as needed. EEO Statement: The Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. Under general supervision with detailed instruction for new work or a special assignment, this position is responsible for performing a wide variety of repetitive or standard electronic and /or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies. Determines and/or follows methods and sequence of operations in performing assembly tasks such as wiring, component installation, hand soldering and cable harnessing on assembly units. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with control procedures. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Assembles components, assemblies or sub-assemblies. Makes setups and adjustments holding tolerances to specifications. May perform duties as required in assembly of electronic equipment such as cables, harnesses, chassis, and printed circuit boards, or may perform mechanical assembly of panels, LRU's, batteries, and servo motors. May disassemble, modify, rework, and reassemble assemblies or subassemblies. Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. Additional Functions May assist in training lower level assemblers. Performs housekeeping and cleanup duties upon completion of assigned tasks. Other duties as assigned or required. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Job Qualifications Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two or more years experience. Proficient in the use of hand tools and torque wrenches; must have a solid understanding of prevailing torque and its proper application. Must be customer focused and possess: The ability to read and interpret engineering drawing and wire lists. Good understanding of the general aspects of the job with limited technical comprehension. Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the position. Familiarity with use of soldering and compression connection tools. Good visual perception and ability to distinguish between colors. The ability to work independently or in a team environment is essential as is the ability to work extended hours as required. Job Category Manufacturing Experience Level Entry-Level (0-2 years) Workstyle Onsite Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Hourly Pay Range Low 41,290 Pay Range High 61,375 Travel Percentage Required 0% - 25% Relocation Assistance Provided? No US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? No Search Jobs at | General Atomics and Affiliated Companies
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. Develops, modifies, documents and directs the implementation and evaluation of quality assurance programs and systems on one or more mid-size to large projects. Provides expertise and guidance in interpreting quality standards and government regulations. Collaborates with engineering and manufacturing to ensure quality standards are in place. Works on moderately complex and diverse problems where analysis of situations or data requires in-depth evaluation of various factors. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develops, documents and directs the implementation and evaluation of quality assurance programs and systems on one or more large projects. Provides expertise and guidance in interpreting national and international quality standards and government regulations. Consults with engineering and manufacturing to ensure quality standards are in place. Works on highly complex and diverse problems where analysis of situations or data requires in-depth evaluation of various factors. Familiarity with unreleased parts is desirable. Identifies and recommends design or manufacturing changes and enhancement. Reads and interprets engineering drawings and schematics, including drawings created utilizing GD&T principles and associated standards, i.e., ASME Y14.5. Determines technical objectives for quality assurance as well as approaches to completing projects. Creates or recommends design, dimensional or manufacturing process changes to improve products and reduce costs. Devises and implements methods and procedures for inspecting, testing and evaluating the precision and accuracy of products and production equipment. Participates in functional testing and/or inspection of equipment and systems. Audits quality systems for deficiency identification and correction. Implements solutions to complex problems occurring internally and at vendor facilities. May prepare statistical analysis reports, specifications and other technical documents. Interprets and adapts quality standards and government regulations. Acts as company contact with suppliers, customers and regulatory personnel to resolve quality issues. Delivers technical presentations. Provides project direction to other staff members. In some business units, resolves, communicates and tracks non-conformance, material rejection and corrective action reports and chairs material review board. May also perform internal company audits and conduct vendor qualification examinations. Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. Other duties as assigned or required. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Job Qualifications Typically requires a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or related discipline and six or more years of related experience with a bachelor's degree or four or more years with a master's degree. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education. Must be able to apply a detailed understanding of inspection methods and have strong knowledge of computer operations and applications. Must have a strong knowledge of concepts, techniques, and methods in a particular field of specialization. Must have the analytical ability required to develop creative solutions to complex quality issues and the skills required to present those solutions to internal and external contacts. Must be detail-oriented to accurately prepare statistical reports and technical documents in support of company objectives. Must have strong leadership skills to direct staff members and ensure project costs and schedules are maintained while representing the organization on technical quality assurance issues. Manufacturing or quality background in aviation is preferred. The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance will be required. Job Category Quality Experience Level Mid-Level (3-7 years) Workstyle Onsite Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Salary Pay Range Low 89,180 Pay Range High 155,825 Travel Percentage Required 0% - 25% Relocation Assistance Provided? No US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance Level Secret Search Jobs at | General Atomics and Affiliated Companies
Job Title: Quality Engineer Company: One Stop Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: OSS) Headquarters Location: Escondido/San Diego, CA Why Join Us? At One Stop Systems, we are committed to innovation and excellence. Join our team and contribute to cutting-edge projects in a dynamic and supportive environment. Company Overview: One Stop Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: OSS) is a San Diego-based publicly traded technology company and global leader in enterprise class compute solutions for AI/ML, sensor fusion, and autonomy at the demanding ‘edge.’ OSS designs and manufactures the highest performance compute and storage products that enable these rugged AI, sensor fusion and autonomous mobile capabilities without compromise. These hardware and software platforms bring the latest enterprise class data center performance and technology to the harsh and challenging applications, whether they are on land, sea or in the air. OSS products include ruggedized servers, compute accelerators, flash storage arrays, and storage acceleration software. These specialized rugged and compact products are used across multiple industries and applications, including commercial autonomous applications, as well as aircraft, drones, ships, and vehicles within the defense industry. The company has annual sales in excess of $40 million, is profitable, cash flow positive, enjoys a solid cash position without domestic debt and has target growth plans in excess of 20% a year. Our markets have significant tail winds being driven by the high priority within the DOD to add AI and/or Autonomous capabilities throughout the military theater as well as strong economic pull within the commercial segment. The market opportunity for OSS types of products is expected to grow to over $2 billion in size. Compensation & Benefits: Annual salary range $85,000 - $97,000 Potential for Stock Equity 401K Matching Competitive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision Three weeks of PTO 11 Paid Holidays Position Overview: OSS is seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Quality Engineer with three to five years of relevant experience to support product, process, supplier, and quality-management-system performance in an AS9100D-certified manufacturing environment. This mid-level position combines inspection and product assurance with root-cause analysis, corrective action, supplier quality, audit support, quality metrics, and continuous improvement. The Quality Engineer will independently handle routine quality-engineering activities, contribute to cross-functional problem solving, and receive guidance from the Quality Manager on complex, high-risk, or customer-sensitive issues. Reporting Relationships: The Quality Engineer will report to the Quality Assurance Manager. Duties and Responsibilities: Receiving and Final Inspection Perform receiving, in-process, and final inspections and support the preparation and review of First Article Inspections and First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) in accordance with AS9102. Inspect electro-mechanical parts and assemblies, sheet metal and machined components, printed circuit boards (PCBs), printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs), and related hardware. Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), surface-finish requirements, workmanship standards, and customer quality notes. Perform visual inspections of plating, coatings, chemical conversion coatings, paint, cosmetic surfaces, soldering, conformal coating, and other applicable finishes or special processes. Select and use appropriate inspection equipment, including calipers, micrometers, height or drop gages, pin gages, thread gages, go/no-go gages, microscopes, surface plates, and other precision measuring tools. Ensure inspection records, reports, and related documentation are complete, accurate, traceable, and processed in a timely manner. Product Quality and Manufacturing Support Assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of inspection plans, control plans, sampling plans, acceptance criteria, and inspection methods; independently maintain assigned inspection documentation. Support production-floor quality issues, monitor First Pass Yield (FPY), and help improve manufacturing quality throughout the production cycle. Nonconformance, Root Cause, and Corrective Action Administer Nonconformance Material Reports (NCMRs/NCRs), support material-review and disposition activities, and coordinate assigned temporary deviations or controlled exceptions when authorized. Support root-cause investigations and corrective actions under the guidance of the Quality Manager, independently leading appropriately scoped investigations using methods such as 5 Whys, Fishbone (Ishikawa), and DMAIC tools. Prepare, coordinate, and follow up on Corrective Action Reports (CARs), Supplier Corrective Action Requests (SCARs), and other corrective or preventive actions. Collect and evaluate objective evidence to support corrective-action effectiveness verification and confirm that assigned actions address the identified root cause. Investigate manufacturing defects, assembly failures, customer complaints, field failures, returns, supplier escapes, and containment issues. Identify design-related or process-related contributors to quality issues and work with Engineering and Operations to reduce scrap, rework, escapes, and recurrence. Quality Management System and Audit Support Support ongoing compliance with AS9100D, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, customer-specific requirements, and applicable regulatory requirements. Prepare for and participate in internal audits, registrar audits, customer audits, supplier assessments, and TUV or UL facility audits, as applicable; support audit follow-up and closure of assigned findings. Support the process approach, risk-based thinking, document control, configuration management, product traceability, product safety, counterfeit-parts prevention, and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention. Assist with creating, updating, and reviewing quality procedures, work instructions, inspection instructions, the Quality Manual, the Procedure Manual, and controlled quality records; provide training on assigned processes and documents. Maintain assigned portions of the Master Documentation Register and support document-control activities to ensure quality documents are current, approved, and properly controlled. Review purchase orders, customer quality clauses, specifications, and contract requirements to confirm quality obligations are identified and implemented. Support the calibration system for inspection, measuring, and test equipment, including record maintenance, recall coordination, and follow-up on overdue or out-of-tolerance equipment. Supplier Quality Work with suppliers and Supply Chain to resolve assigned quality issues and support supplier selection, approval, development, and ongoing performance monitoring. Support supplier audits, remote assessments, receiving-inspection planning, and supplier risk evaluations; participate in onsite supplier activities as experience and business needs require. Review supplier FAIRs and supporting objective evidence for compliance with AS9102 and customer requirements. Coordinate assigned supplier escapes, containment activities, corrective actions, and improvement actions, escalating significant risks or recurring issues to the Quality Manager. Maintain and analyze supplier scorecards and key performance indicators, including On-Time Delivery (OTD), Parts Per Million (PPM), Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ), corrective-action responsiveness, and other risk or performance measures. Support maintenance of the Approved Vendor List and communicate supplier-quality performance to Supply Chain and cross-functional stakeholders. Quality Metrics and Continuous Improvement Analyze assigned quality data and communicate trends, risks, and improvement opportunities using quality metrics and objective evidence. Track and report CORE process KPIs, Quality Objectives, FPY, nonconformance trends, supplier performance, corrective-action aging, and other departmental measures. Apply foundational quality-engineering methods such as risk assessment, sampling plans, basic Statistical Process Control (SPC), and data trending; participate in FMEA, process-capability (Cp/Cpk), and Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R) activities with guidance as appropriate. Participate in Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous-improvement projects and lead appropriately scoped improvement activities that enhance product quality, process capability, cost, delivery, or customer satisfaction. Use Microsoft Excel, ERP/MRP systems, quality-management software, and other business tools to analyze data, maintain records, and communicate results. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, Quality, or a related technical field; an equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant experience may be considered. Three to five years of relevant quality, inspection, manufacturing-engineering, supplier-quality, or quality-engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, including at least one year supporting an AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 certified quality management system. Practical working knowledge of AS9100D and/or ISO 9001 requirements, including control of nonconforming products, document control, process controls, customer requirements, and risk-based thinking. Experience preparing, performing, or reviewing First Article Inspections and FAIR documentation; ability to read engineering drawings and apply basic GD&T concepts in accordance with ASME Y14.5. Familiarity with acceptance sampling principles such as ANSI/ASQ Z1.4 is preferred. Experience with root-cause analysis, nonconformance processing, corrective-action follow-up, quality metrics, and cross-functional problem solving; exposure to supplier quality is required, with direct supplier corrective-action experience preferred. Hands-on proficiency with common precision inspection tools and the ability to determine appropriate inspection methods. Working knowledge of electro-mechanical manufacturing and experience with several relevant processes, such as machining, sheet metal fabrication, plating or coatings, chemical conversion coatings, assembly, soldering, conformal coating, PCB/PCBA fabrication, electronics, special processes, or ESD controls. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office, with experience using ERP/MRP systems and quality-management, document-control, or inspection software. Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently. Preferred Qualifications and Certifications Aerospace, defense, rugged electronics, medical-device, or other highly regulated manufacturing experience. ASQ Certified Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA), Certified Quality Technician (CQT), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), or equivalent certification; certification in progress is also valued. AS9100 or ISO 9001 internal-auditor training, audit-participation experience, or interest in completing formal auditor training. Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt or Green Belt, with practical exposure to DMAIC or structured continuous improvement. Formal GD&T training or certification. Exposure to customer-specific aerospace or defense requirements and quality clauses. Competencies: Clear Communication Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to deliver the appropriate level of detail. Develop Relationships Has the ability to develop relationships with co-workers and to contribute to group solutions. Good Judgement Exercise good business judgment and makes good decisions and notifies management of issues and concerns. Positive Attitude Positive attitude with ability to work independently as well as collaboratively across all departments within the OSS Company. Budget Works with the company's budgetary guidelines while minimizing expenses and maximizing cost efficiency. Company Goals Understands Company and department goals and objectives and how to contribute. Physical Demands: This position operates in both office and manufacturing environments. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, communicate, use a computer, and use hands to handle inspection equipment and product. The employee may occasionally lift, push, or carry items up to 25 pounds and may assist with heavier items using appropriate equipment or team-lift practices. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
CNC Machinist III Full Time + Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Company Match, PTO) Job Type: Onsite Shift: 1st Hourly Range: $32.00 - $39.00, DOE Location: Poway, CA Fralock is an engineered solutions provider of specialty components and subassemblies using advanced materials for high reliability, severe environment, and technically challenging applications. We develop and manufacture custom integrated solutions. Established in 1967, we are a critical solutions provider to Fortune 500 corporations, government, and targeted OEMs in a variety of industries including Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturing, Medical and Life Science, Aerospace and Defense, Industrial, Electronics, and Energy. Fralock is headquartered in Valencia, CA with manufacturing locations located throughout Northern and Southern California. VISION To be recognized by our customers as a leading solutions provider of proprietary engineered advanced materials for high reliability, severe environment, and technically challenging applications. MISSION To create value, profitably grow, and share our success with all stakeholders. CULTURE Respect – We treat others the way they want to be treated. Integrity – We practice a high standard of ethics in our business dealings with customers, suppliers, and employees. Responsiveness – We have a sense of urgency in responding to internal and external requests and work proactively to solve problems. Excellence/Competence – We empower our people to continuously improve and execute high quality work. Teamwork – We work together to achieve Fralock business objectives by communicating at a high level, by listening and having clarity in our expectations of one another. Individual Accountability and Personal Responsibility – We do what we have committed to do when we committed to doing it. Continuous Improvement across all segments of the company This position requires access to information controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the successful candidate must be a "U.S. person" as defined in the ITAR and EAR (which generally means (i) be a citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) be a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or (iii) have been admitted to the United States as a refugee, or have been granted asylum, as specified under applicable law. Job Summary Produces machined parts by setting up, programming as necessary and operating either a computer numerical control (CNC) machine, surface grinder, manual machine or other piece(s) of equipment; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies. This position reports to the Machine Shop Supervisor Key Responsibilities Inspect machinery to ensure the equipment is in good working order before start-up. Conduct all required setup, adjusting off-sets to close-tolerance specifications. Interpret and execute written instructions from process travelers, routers and work instructions. Perform in-process inspection of product to ensure specifications and quality requirements are met. Perform routine machine maintenance as required. Follow safety protocol. Report any safety or maintenance concerns to supervisor and/or management immediately. Keep all work areas clean and organized. Hold self to a high standard of quality and workmanship. Required Skills High school diploma or equivalent. 7+ years’ operating either CNC machines, manual machines, Blanchard machines or surface grinders, is preferred. Set-up machines, adjust programs, as necessary and operate machines independently. Ability to trouble shoot machinery and make small repairs. Interpret blueprints, technical drawings and diagrammed instructions. Use metrology hand-tools such as micrometers, calipers and dial-indicators for product inspection. Solid math skills, including measuring and keeping count records. Commitment to safety. Attention to detail. Standing, bending, lifting to 30 lbs. regularly for up to 8 hours/shift. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment with minimum supervision or direction. Experience Requirements Preferred 7+ years’ experience as a machinist or other relevant role (may be waived based on prior work experience). Education Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent. All offers of employment at Fralock are contingent upon clear results of a background check. Background checks may include some or all the following depending on job title and responsibilities: Social Security Verification Prior Employment Verification Criminal History Personal and Professional References Motor Vehicle Records Credit History Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a position. Fralock provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
About the Job Set up welding machines based on the job at hand or using a Welding Procedure Specification. Read and interpret blueprints and/or drawings to determine the specific welding requirements. Flux Core, Stick and MIG weld steel and stainless steel components based on the specifications of the blueprints and/or drawings. Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards. Follow, create and help maintain Welding Procedure Specifications. Operate machinery used in the production process, or assist machine operators. * Assemble items as instructed by floor supervisor. * Keep work areas clean and organized and take proper care of all equipment and facilities. * Follow all company rules and policies. * Provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task. * Follow all safety rules and quality standards. * Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency. * Prepare product for shipment. * Lift raw materials, final products, and items packed for shipment, manually (up to 60 pounds), or using a hoist. * Uphold all OSHA standards applicable to the responsibilities above. Knowledge And Skill Requirements * High school diploma or equivalent * Experience With Steel, And/or Stainless Steel Required * Experience with Flux Core, MIG and Stick welding highly preferred. * Ability to lift heavy items up to 60 pounds consistently required. * Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. * Ability to identify and measure material. * Ability to produce quality products consistently. * Ability to follow instructions given both verbally and in written form. * Willingness to learn and work to the best of his/her abilities as well as dependable work ethic. * Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs and uses. * Ability to read blueprints, drawings, calipers, tape measures and angle gauges. * Ability to read and interpret documents furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, quality manuals and procedure manuals. * Familiarity with the metric system. * Ability to perform simple shop math, convert decimals to factional equivalents and fractions to decimal equivalents. * Must be reliable with a strong work ethic. * Ability to stand continuously for long periods of time. * Willing to work 40+ hours a week and weekend work from time to time. * Ability to travel to field jobs as well as overnight travel with team may be required. McKenna Boiler Works, Inc. is a 100 year old rapidly growing forward thinking turnkey solution provider for customers with steam or hot water needs. We have a great team of individuals that bring a variety of backgrounds to our manufacturing, service, mechanical and rental businesses. We are looking for top tier talent to help lead this company in achieving it's goals. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Experience: * Welding: 2 years (Preferred) Language: * English (Preferred) * Spanish (Preferred) Work Location: In person
Job Title: - Production Technician I Pay Rate: $18-20/hr Status: Full-time Location: Carlsbad, California *ABOUT THE COMPANY* Located in Carlsbad, California, evanhealy is a leading and much-loved national organic skin care brand featured in leading natural markets such as Whole Foods Market. We’re looking for passionate individuals to join us in creating a regenerative future. We partner with tribal villages, women’s co-operatives, and family farms. Ancient traditions and their rituals shape our product ideas. It’s an inspiring and collaborative place to work, learn and grow. *POSITION SUMMARY* Production team members must be hard-working and have a focus on quality control, deadlines, sanitation, safety, and customer satisfaction. They must be self-starters, detailed-oriented, and able to work well with employees at all levels in the company. The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, inventory control, ensuring that each production phase (prepping, filling, labeling, and packaging) is completed and free of errors. *ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES* * Ensure each step of the production phase (prepping, filling, labeling, and packaging) is completed and free of errors * Complete production reports with 100% accuracy * Ensure proper use, setup and cleanliness of machines, equipment, and tools * Ensure that assigned tasks are complete and produced within established time limits * Accurately pick website and store orders * Accurately package orders and prepare for shipping and processing * Ability to learn and become knowledgeable about our skin care products * Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds * *Proficient in English language — reading, writing + oral skills* * 1 + years of production, assembly or machine experience a plus * Knowledge of skin care products a plus *REQUIREMENTS* * Must have a minimum of 1 year recent production experience · *PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: *The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands; reach with hands and arms; stoop; talk and hear. Must be able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds. *BENEFITS PROGRAM* · Monday morning breakfast at an all-hands meeting (most Mondays) · Monthly company lunch · One free product each month · Employee discount program · Health insurance (60% paid by employer for employee only) Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour Benefits: * Health insurance * Paid time off Work Location: In person
The primary responsibility of the Quality Assurance Specialist II includes supporting ATEC’s quality system in compliance with ISO 13485, 21CFR820 and MDSAP. This position will ensure that auditing activities to maintain compliance, and support Document Control and Compliance Departments. This role supports the development and operation of the Quality Management System (QMS) at Alphatec Spine. This position also supports compliance to applicable domestic and international regulatory medical device regulations such as Part 820, 1271, MDD 93/42/EEC, ISO 13485:2003, Australian Therapeutic Goods (TGA), Japan (MHLW/PMDA). Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist in the establish of systems to assure compliance with domestic (21CFR820) and international regulations (Australia: Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration, Japan: MHLW/PMDA Assist in implementation of changes for QMS procedures and policies to ensure compliance to ISO 13485 and specific country requirements. Partners with appropriate stakeholders to define, recommend and implement QMS process improvements. Plans and coordinates quality/compliance activities, identify roadblocks, and strategizes on various compliance paths for new products. Review documents to ensure regulatory compliance Designs, implements and maintains the quality systems ensuring compliance requirements Supports internal QMS audits as needed for compliance. Assists with Health Hazard Evaluations (HHE) with cross functional team members. Facilitates CAPAs as needed to ensure compliance along with timeliness of completion. Supports development of key QMS metrics. Provides analysis and reporting for Monthly Trend and Management Review Meetings. Assist the complaint handling system in accordance with domestic and international regulatory requirements, as needed. Performs other duties as assigned or required. Requirements The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Experience with quality system elements pertaining to medical devices and QMSR, QSR, cGMP and ISO 13485 and MDSAP familiarity is preferred. Ability to work independently, but equally in a team environment Strong written and very communication skills and attention to detail Self-starting, detailed oriented, quick learner, creative and analytical Capable of understanding and analyzing complex engineering problems Demonstrated leadership, and ability to solve problems and communicate issues Understanding of documentation system and management Experience in an FDA regulated environment desirable Microsoft Office knowledge, including Word and Excel, is a strong preference. Experience with SAP or Oracle Cloud system is a plus. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization Ability to prioritize multiple projects Ability to resolve conflicting interests and obtain cooperation Education and Experience Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree and minimum of 2 years medical device experience For roles based in the United States that require access to hospital facilities, must be eligible for and maintain credentials at all required hospitals, including meeting any applicable physical requirements or vaccination requirements (including the COVID-19 vaccine, as applicable). ATEC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to its employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state or local laws. Further, ATEC will make reasonable accommodations that are necessary to comply with disability discrimination laws. Salary Range Alphatec Spine, Inc. complies with state and federal wage and hour laws and compensation depends upon candidate’s qualifications, education, skill set, years of experience, and internal equity. $95,000 to $110,000 Full-Time Annual Salary Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long Term Disability Free Food & Snacks Stock Option Plan