EMSI Skill: Leadership

Soft Skill

Technical Lead

TECHNICAL LEAD

LOCATION: REMOTE

WAGE: $35/HOUR

Summary:

The main function of a trainer is to conduct training and development programs for employees. A typical technical trainer is responsible for collecting information, conducting research, and creating training materials and programs.

Job Responsibilities:

Monitor, evaluate and record training activities and program effectiveness. Offer specific training programs to help workers maintain or improve job skills. Assess training needs through surveys, interviews with employees, focus groups or consultation with managers. Develop alternative training methods if expected improvements are not seen. Organize and develop, or obtain, training procedure manuals and guides and course materials such as handouts and visual materials. Present information using a variety of instructional techniques and formats, such as role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos and lectures.

Skills:

Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, customer service and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and manage ones time. Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects. Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, and leadership technique. Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods. Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods. Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent experience/training required. 2 to 4 years of related experience required.

Additional Details:

Along with the training skills, would like someone that has experience with Salesforce, CPQs and change management to help drive faster adoption, utilization and proficiency of new tools and also has excellent verbal and written communication skills and can help coordinate and produce internal communications.

 

Please email resume to nikki@careerpros.com

Sedona Staffing Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Software Engineer

BIG DATA SOFTWARE ENGINEER 4

CONTRACT: $70/HOUR

LOCATION: REMOTE

Overview of Position
As Senior Software Engineer, you will evolve the data cloud platform and building pipelines that are scalable, robust and resilient, to validate, ingest, normalize/enrich and support business rule processing of healthcare data. You will provide leadership in big data and cloud technologies. You will work with engineering, product management, program management and operations teams planning and delivering the data platform products. You are an independent and resourceful backend or full-stack development engineer with advanced design and problem-solving skills, demonstrated competency in building enterprise and cloud products, and you enjoy working in diverse and fast paced engineering teams.

What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?
• Develop a scalable and resilient cloud data platform and scalable data pipelines.
• Ensure industry best practices around data pipelines, metadata management, data quality, data governance and data privacy.
• Build highly scalable AWS Infrastructure (from scratch or through 3rd party products) to enable Big Data Processing in the platform.
• Be a thought leader and partner in the development and execution of the Enterprise Technology Strategy
• Create new opportunities in this space for Change with new feature capabilities and new offerings that drive customer and business value.
• Partner with Product Management and Business leaders to drive Agile delivery of both existing and new offerings
• Assist with the Leadership and collaboration with engineering organizations within Change to manage and optimize portfolio.
What are the requirements needed for this position?
• 5+ years of experience with Big Data pipelines with Spark in Java, Scala, Python
• 5+ Years of extensive AWS experience in building Enterprise scale applications and services
• 5+ Years of experience with AWS services like ECS Fargate , EKS , Docker containers , Lambdas , EMR , EC2 , SNS/SQS , MKS , S3 , RDS etc.
• In-Depth understanding of Orchestration services and hands-on experience with Airflow
• Proven track record of building scaled data platforms and enterprise products, working in large engineering teams
• Experience with public Clouds such as AWS, Azure, GCP
• Extensive Experience in building Enterprise Level AWS infrastructure using Terrafrom and/or Cloud Formation Templates
• Excellent understanding of DevOps and CI/CD concepts and ability to create deployment Pipelines
• Ability to work with internal stakeholders like Networking/API Market Place/Infosec etc. and external ones like third party apps to build new services inside the platform
• Strong backend programming skills for data processing, with practical knowledge of availability, scalability, clustering, microservices, multi-threaded development and performance patterns.
• BS or MS in Computer Science or Engineering, and 8+ years of software development experience

Please email resume to nikki@careerpros.com

Sedona Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Accountant

ACCOUNTANT

DIRECT HIRE: ONSITE DUBUQUE

WAGE: $20-$26/HOUR

 

 Job Description 

Assist the accounting department in creating timely and accurate financial statements and completing special financial projects. 

Qualifications 

• Associates Degree in Accounting (Bachelor’s Degree preferred) 

• Minimum 3 years of related experience 

 

Job Duties 

• Reconcile credit card deposits and provide support to stores for identifying and correcting any credit card issues 

• Audit semi-weekly check runs and daily electronic accounts payable files 

• Pay company credit card bills, collect receipts, and code expenses 

• Reconcile bank accounts 

• Prepare and post journal entries 

• Reconcile, analyze, and correct various general ledger accounts 

• Prepare and analyze financial statements and prepare various financial reports for other departments 

• Assist with the preparation of budgets including background spreadsheets 

• Pay and file various taxes (sales, consumer Use, property) 

• Maintain an understanding of the accounts receivable process and provide support for the Accounts Receivable Generalist 

• Prepare renewals for various state permits/licenses/certificates necessary for business operations 

• Monitor and keep current with government regulations regarding accounting principles and related issues to ensure that the company is in compliance with all applicable regulations and laws 

• Develop and maintain accounting principles, practices and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements 

• Develop and implement new internal policies and processes to increase productivity and efficiencies 

 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Strong budgeting, financial forecasting, and financial analysis skills 

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) as it applies to governmental accounting and reporting 

• Technical skills in account reconciliation, cost analysis, and month-end-close responsibilities 

• Sufficient knowledge of computer programs, bookkeeping and accounting principles to accurately maintain company records 

• Highly motivated and able to work independently 

• Exhibit a high level of integrity and business ethics 

• Strong computer skills, including all Windows Office products 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities 

• Excellent attention to detail and able to meet deadlines with accuracy 

• Excellent analytical, decision making, and problem-solving abilities 

• Leadership skills including enthusiasm, courtesy, empathy, and initiative 

Please email resume to nikki@careerpros.com

Sedona Staffing Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer

General Manager

General Manager

Job description

The General Manager is responsible for overseeing day to day business flow with a focus on sales, staffing, inventory management and guest experience. Successful candidates are extroverted in nature and love working in a fast-paced environment.

SALARY: $50K/YEAR

Operations Management:

  • Oversee daily operations of the facility.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key influencers (schools, churches, non-profits, community groups, etc)
  • Respond to guest complaints and concerns
  • Be the eyes and ears on the floor to ensure the ultimate guest experience by coaching team members and interacting with guests

Personnel Management:

  • Ensure an employee culture of competence, high standards and mutual-respect through exemplary hiring and training of all team members
  • Create weekly schedules that best meet business, event and employee needs
  • Schedule and oversee our maintenance team to make routine repairs and keep our facility clean and beautiful
  • Assist in the oversight of event bookings
  • Oversee all social media and email marketing for the park.

Inventory Management:

  • Keep concession area and merchandise cases stocked with offerings that support our culture and please our guests
  • Order all supplies and equipment while managing a monthly expense template and meeting the associated line items of our budget
  • Manage the monthly inventory count and address loss issues and slow turns

Business Leadership:

  • Participate as a member of the management team to brainstorm, plan and implement innovative ways to grow and improve the business
  • Help drive in-house programming and events targeted at our wide-ranging guest demographic

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree and 1-3 years of experience preferred. Experience in a combination of:
  • Staff Supervision and Management
  • Inventory Management
  • Customer Service
  • Must be able to work weekends and nights

 

To learn more about these positions; please call 563.556.3040 or email Lake@careerpros.com

 

Sedona Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer

HOST CASINO/SLOT

n/aMust be at least 18 years of age. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a related field. One to three years experience in customer service, preferably in the gaming industry. Excellent oral and written skills, leadership skills, as well as customer service and interpersonal skills. Must be flexible in work schedule. Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation, e-mail, and player tracking systems. Must be able to obtain/maintain any necessary certifications and/or licenses.

Clinical Dietitian Coordinator – Dubuque/Dyersville & Clinton – Nutrition – Full Time – Days

Customers include:  Nutrition staff and leadership, medical and hospital staff, Clinical Nutrition Coordinators at other Trinity Health hospital sites, patients (in-patient/out-patient), Shared Service contracts, family members, guests and clients of MMC.

This position shares time between MercyOne Medical Center Dubuque/Dyersville (60%) and MercyOne Medical Center Clinton (40%).  Travel to Dubuque/Dyersville and Clinton locations required.

Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition/Dietetics. Preferred: Master’s Degree or Advanced Certification (CNSC, CDE, CSP, CSG, CSSD, CSR or CSO). Required: Registered by the Commission of Dietetic Registration. Required: Licensed by the State of Iowa. Required: Minimum 3-5 years of clinical (hospital practice) professional experience.  Preferred: 1-2 years management and supervisory experience. Preferred: Member of Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Preferred: Experience in public speaking. Preferred: Experience with computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Cerner, CBORD, Clairvia & Kronos.  Required: Valid driver’s license and ability to meet hospital-driving requirements. Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter.

 

Warehouse Manager

Warehouse Manager

Location: Dubuque, IA
Wage: Commensurate (based on experience, education and skill set) + full benefits package

Direct Hire Opportunity

 

 

A local distribution center is seeking to add a key member to their leadership warehouse team to have overall responsibility for the operational & functional planning and strategy of distribution and support the transportation activities in the distribution center. The right fit candidate will oversee Logistics Coordinator; train, mentor and supervise floor supervisors and supervise warehouse associates creating a productive and efficient environment.

 

 

What you get to do:

  • Maintains receiving, warehousing, and distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing operational and personnel policies and procedures.
  • Responsible for the overall direction, development and evaluation of the personnel in Distribution Center. This includes interviewing, hiring, and training employees, planning, assigning and directing the work load; motivating staff; evaluating performance; enforcing policies and procedures; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
  • Partner and collaborate with business leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to understand business priorities and to implement strategic initiatives and completion of priority tasks.
  • Controls inventory levels by conducting pallet audits, weekly cycle counts, yearly physical counts and reconciling with AS400 inventory management software.
  • Safeguards warehouse operations and contents by monitoring security procedures and protocols to reduce warehouse shrink, theft shortages; follows up with freight companies regarding shortages or damaged product.
  • Comply with federal, state, and local warehousing, material handling, and shipping requirements by studying existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.

 

 

What we need from you:

  • 5+ years of management experience leading teams in a supply chain field
  • Strong leadership, team building, and communication skills required
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft office suite and be well informed of OSHA rules and regulations including Hazardous Materials
  • Proven working knowledge of warehouse equipment.

 

 

Interested in learning more about this direct hire opportunity? Please send a copy of your professional resume to:: Amanda@careerpros.com

 

Sedona Staffing Services is an equal opportunity employer.

 

Procurement Manager (Manufacturing)

Procurement Manager

Location:         NE Iowa / Greater Dubuque Area

Wage:              Commensurate with experience and education

Direct Hire

 

 

A local growing Dubuque greater area manufacturer is seeking a Procurement Manager who is skilled in establishing and maintaining supplier and vendor relationships and will lead procurement of all equipment and materials on site. This position will be responsible for direct purchases, negotiation prices with vendors, development of relationships with vendors understanding commodity market and monitoring inventory levels for the company. You will also monitor quality improvement with vendors/suppliers and serve as liaison between vendors and Engineering department on new projects. Maintaining positive relationship with key suppliers is a must.

 

 

What you get to do:

  • Serve as key management and leadership representative for corporate purchasing.
  • Solicit pricing, negotiate purchase price, place purchase order and expedite delivery of assigned categories of parts and/or services.
  • Guide procurement team members to achieve optimum performance level and be a champion of the strategic plan
  • Execute material planning activities for specified purchased components/materials. Manage optimal material inventory levels to meet customer demand while achieving company inventory targets with minimal shortages.
  • Coordinates with quality personnel, business units, and suppliers to resolve issues with defective or unacceptable goods and services or other supplier related matters in a timely manner.
  • Work closely with accounting personnel to ensure accurate cost recording. Perform requested invoice reviews to facilitate accurate and timely vendor payments.
  • Maintain an assertive follow-up system to ensure schedule compliance. Ensure timely responses to vendor inquiries.
  • Generate and maintain current and accurate procurement records and documentation to facilitate future purchasing decisions.
  • Maintain market awareness that can impact changes in prices, trends in supply and demand to make sound supply decisions and report information to purchasing management.
  • Develop supplier relations to become aware of supplier capacity and future capabilities.
  • Handle material requisitions with logistic requirements per the requestor’s requirements
  • Defines Request for Quotes (RFQ) packages and issued purchase orders (PO)

 

 

What we need from you:

  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Supply Chain Management/Logistics or related field
  • 4-5 years’ experience working in a Manager role in the areas of Purchasing, Inventory Control and Production Planning preferred.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and be proficient in the ERP software.
  • Forecasting and budgeting ownership and experience needed.

 

 

Interested in learning more? Please submit a copy of your professional resume to: Amanda@careerpros.com

 

 

This is a Direct Hire opportunity. Meaning the right fit candidate will go immediately onto the hiring company’s payroll with full benefits.  

 

 

Procurement Manager

PROCUREMENT MANAGER

Summary:

The individual in this position will report to the VP of Operations and is responsible for directing, developing and implementing policies and procedures that support our supply chain and procurement functions. Additionally responsible for negotiating prices with vendors, developing and maintaining relationships with vendors, understanding the commodity market and monitoring inventory levels for the company. Will also be making recommendations regarding cost reduction, forecasting material prices, optimizing profit margins and maintaining accurate inventory for the company.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Serve as key management and leadership representative for corporate purchasing.

  • Develops, leads and execute purchasing strategies.
  • Negotiate and build relationships with International vendors.
  • Negotiates with vendors for goods and services to get the best possible price and service guarantee.
  • Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance of buyer-supplier power.
  • Analyzes the requirements of the commodity including preliminary specifications, preferred supplier and date commodity is needed
  • Formulate departmental goals, strategies, operating policies and procedures and directs the implementation of approved and/or recommended changes
  • Maintains timely control of orders, amendments, shipping notices and other documents to assure accurate retention of records
  • Develop and customize reports utilizing the E10 system relating to procurement
  • Manages excess inventory as well as discontinued and nonstock inventory
  • Responsible for continuous improvement efforts in department as well as the motivation and development of subordinates to optimize their performance and their personal and professional growth
  • Manage direct reports, complete performance appraisals, make recommendations for promotions, transfers or terminations, etc.
  • Help train new team members in the department
  • Perform other tasks as assigned

 

Qualifications:

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 in supply chain management preferred
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Exceptional business acumen to manage product cost and supplier relationships including international relationships
  • Strong negotiating and analytical skills and problem solving
  • Proficient knowledge of MS Office and Outlook
  • Logistics and traffic knowledge
  • Understanding of supply chain and inventory management systems as well as forecasting and budgeting
  • Must be able to meet deadlines and work under pressure
  • Prior experience utilizing an ERP system and knowledge of E10 a plus
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision

 

Education and/or Experience:                                             

  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Supply Chain Management/Logistics or related field
  • Or equivalent combination of education, experience and training.
  • 4-5 years’ experience working in a Manager role in the areas of Purchasing, Inventory Control and Production Planning preferred.

If interested in this position, please call Diane at 563-875-7030 or email ungs@careerpros.com

 

Sedona Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are hiring a Manufacturing Engineer for our new Dyersville location.

Put Your Career in High Gear!

Zero Zone is proud to expand its refrigeration manufacturing operations into Iowa. Our new facility in Dyersville needs innovative, results-oriented individuals to take on key responsibilities that will allow us to exceed our customers’ expectations as we tackle the ever-increasing demand for our high-quality products. We invite you to become part of the Zero Zone Team and give you the opportunity to join us at the very start of this new facility. Full benefits, great compensation, and room for advancement await. You owe it to yourself to put your career in high gear at Zero Zone!

Job Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer will utilize a variety of skills and knowledge to assist the Production Manager in developing, maintaining and improving production processes and methods to meet customer specifications and increase productivity. They will apply their knowledge of product design, lean manufacturing, assembly and test methods, as well as quality control standards to ensure production objectives occur through positive interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

  • Analyze work force utilization plans, space requirements, workflow, and design layout of production process and workspace for maximum efficiency
  • Formalize all available product knowledge and information to provide production with effective processes, documentation, work instructions and quality control plans
  • Study sequence of operations to be performed and flow of materials
  • Provide revisions to product structure routings, manage creation of templates and analyze accuracy of standard production labor hours
  • Maintain quality control check points and continuous improvement program to decrease re-work and errors
  • Project owner for new product introduction transfers to Manufacturing and ongoing change requests
  • Technical support resource for ongoing/day-to-day manufacturing operations and continuous improvement programs
  • Support new product estimators throughout the quoting process to establish labor, equipment, tooling, and outside services cost estimates
  • Confer with Production and Engineering concerning product design to ensure efficient production methods
  • Estimate production times and related costs to provide information for management decisions
  • Participate in job reviews with production personnel
  • Employ lean manufacturing tools and methods in execution of responsibilities and provide leadership by utilizing a lean approach to continuous improvement

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent
  • 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment in a manufacturing engineering role
  • Comprehensive knowledge of quality at the source techniques, root cause analysis, corrective action, continuous improvement, 5S, Lean and Six Sigma methods
  • Proficient in CAD/SolidWorks and MS Office Suite
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, team-oriented approach and ability to establish rapport and trust quickly
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task