We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Supply Chain Manager to support our development teams and contract manufacturing partners in the sourcing of contingent labor. This person will be a member of our Supply Chain Organization supporting the development, implementation, operations and management of strategies to provide with optimal HC assurance, pricing, flexibility, quality and performance.

Responsibilities

Responsible for sourcing & operations of contingent labor to support all North America manufacturing locations including the ramp for the new Austin factory.

• Analyze current spend and evaluate current suppliers. Consolidate spend across supply base to create leverage, analyze purchasing trends and develop sourcing alternatives. Identify new high potential suppliers.

• Owner of RFI's, RFP's and RFQ's - ensuring all commercial terms are agreed and documented.

• Negotiate NDA, SOW's and Master Purchase Agreement are positioned appropriately before business is initiated.

• Evaluate and provide guidance on final selection of suppliers; Perform value analysis for final selection of suppliers.

• Drive price negotiations processes to ensure that Tesla’s commodity pricing are best in class.

• Drive continual cost reduction and avoidance initiatives through ad hoc price negotiations.

• Address all areas of category management including category business plans, global market and pricing analysis and procurement support.

• Monitor current category market conditions, technology roadmaps and identify supply/demand challenges & opportunities.

• Implement recommended solutions and monitor operational progress to ensure program success.

• Manage respective supplier relationships and performance, including but not limited to dispute resolution.

• Develop key performance measures for chosen suppliers and negotiate on multiple variables to award longer-term strategic contracts that result in significant cost reduction and improved service levels.

• Evaluate supplier business proposals and present recommendations that will result in cost savings, avoidance or containment.

• Develop sourcing and negotiation strategies that deliver against business objectives and achieves sustainable relationships with suppliers.

• Evaluate supplier core competencies and competitive positioning using industry cost models.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering

• Procurement and/or equivalent experience or evidence of exceptional ability.

• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in an extremely fast-paced environment.

• Proficient with Microsoft Windows and Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel.

• 3 years of related work experience in Manufacturing Environment, Supply chain or Consulting

• Willingness to operate in a dynamic environment

• Great communication skills

• Ability to make quick decisions with 80% information

• A knack for negotiations

Balance Staffing is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

In this position you would be a key part of the Operations team. You will build a career with a high-tech company working in a hands-on environment. You will have the opportunity to rotate through multiple departments, gaining exposure to the broad range of equipment, processes, and technologies employed in our operation.Responsibilities:Utilize RF technology to perform distribution functions such as picking, packing and shipping orders, receiving, put away and stock replenishmentOperate material handling equipment such as forklifts and order pickersLearn our inventory management system and enter materials transactionsDeliver material to production lines in a timely mannerMaintain warehouse inventory accuracyWork with our supply chain and distribution teams to process customer ordersMaintain a clean and safe work environment

We are hiring a Quality Manager for our client in Fremont, CA.

They are a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. 

Nature of Duties/Responsibilities:

·         Lead and mentor QA Department, consisting of quality engineers, receiving inspection, and QC personnel

·         Be an outspoken advocate for Quality First throughout the plant Expediently and effectively communicate with customers on quality escapes, visits, escalations, etc.

·         Maintain and improve the site QMS (including NCR and CAPA system, internal audit, training, etc.) Responsible for ensuring effective quality planning (including PFMEAs, process flows and control plans) for NPI and production parts.

·         Maintain the site QMS compliance with ISO 9001:2015 and TL9000 by coordinating and responded to site certification audits Develop additionally sources of quality data and track and report key Quality-related performance indicators (KPIs), including first pass yield and scrap rates.

·         Manage and improve supplier quality Be an advocate for lean and six sigma manufacturing principles and drive continuous Drive cross functional projects with manufacturing, supply chain, and engineering, to verify and validate existing manufacturing processes and capabilities Participate in Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews with engineering Address customer escapes by driving cross-functional teams to develop and implement corrective actions

Education and Experience:

·         Bachelor’s Degree required, Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial or Mfg. Engineering preferred

·         10+ total years of Quality Engineering or Management experience in a regulated manufacturing environment with exposure to the following mfg. processes: sheet metal fabrication, welding, painting, complex electromechanical integration, and cleanroom assembly 3+ years of direct people management

·         Experience working on semiconductor capital equipment preferred Demonstrated experience working directly with customers to resolve quality concerns

·         Complete understanding of ISO 9001:2015 with demonstrated success in passing certification audits

·         Expert level knowledge of root cause analysis techniques and corrective action Hands on experience working with suppliers to improve quality

·         Knowledge of lean principles (Green or Black belt certification a plus)

·         Knowledge and experience in the application of statistical process control

·         Demonstrated experience leading diverse teams in a dynamic environment required

·         Excellent analytical abilities and comprehensive understanding of quality toolbox (SPC, 8D, FMEA, Control Plans, etc.)

This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.

Balance Staffing is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

Balance Staffing is hiring for Facilities Supervisors with prior experience a cleanroom environment. Additionally, experience managing personnel within a cleanroom environment would be an added benefit.

The Facilities Supervisor ensures that the Company's semiconductor cleanroom is operating to Class 10, ISO 4, conditions, that fab equipment is properly supplied with DI water, process cooling water, gases, and chemicals, and that the facility meets or exceeds regulatory and safety requirements, such as waste neutralization. The Facilities Supervisor also provides project management for tool installations and removals. This is a hands-on position.

Essential Responsibilities for the Facilities Supervisor include:

Significance % Time % Responsibility 10% 30% Manage and direct CUB staff 70% 40% Manage Waste Neutralization Plant, Chemical and Gas Distribution, DI Water and Cleanroom Integrity. 10% 20% Arrange and Manage Trades and Facilities Contracts and Contractors, ensuring procedural compliance, and project timeliness. 10% 10% Maintain Regulatory Compliance.

Competencies: Strong Personnel Management OSHA and HAZMAT Experience, Waste Neutralization Management, Management of Process Cooling Water, DI Water and Boiler Systems, Chemical and Gas (bulk and cylinder) Distribution, Management of Chemical and Gas supply chain

Supervisory Responsibilities: Accomplishes department objectives by organizing and monitoring the work of direct reports. Responsible for raining and developing facilities technicians and operators. Responsible for contractor performance.

Work Environment: 

70% of the day is spent in the Central Utilities Building (CUB), chemical and gas distribution rooms, subfloor, interstitial, the cleanroom, or outside the facility. Work is performed both inside and outside year-round and in all weather conditions. The position requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent exposure to hazardous materials and noise, is frequently exposed to high noise environments, and may occasionally require work in confined spaces (usually Non-Permit Required). Frequent alerts, mechanical and pneumatic noises, and occasional alarms should be expected.

The remainder of the time will be spent in office environments.

Physical Demands:

• Frequently viewing a computer monitor for prolonged periods (2-3 hours at a time)

• Frequently walking around the campus, inside and outside, including climbing ladders for prolonged periods (3-4 hours)

• Occasionally required to push or pull 50lbs+ objects, such as equipment components

• Frequently required reach, bend, twist, squat, kneel, and stoop to access and work on equipment in the facility.

• Occasionally required to climb ladders and other secure structures, as well as balance

• Occasionally required to operate a forklift.

• Occasionally required to wear PPE, such as an SCBA, that may restrict airflow

Travel Requirements: None anticipated

Required Education and Experience: 

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Facilities Management or equivalent with three to five years of hands-on experience and a minimum three to five years of semiconductor cleanroom management.

We are hiring a Commodity Business Manager for our client’s team in Gloucester, MA. 

Key Responsibilities

·         Develops, aligns and implements commodity strategies.

·         Negotiates and manages the maintenance of agreements with suppliers that provide the structure for all business relationships between Applied Materials and the supply base.

·         Engages with the PLC process to ensure alignment with the commodity strategies.

·         Directs new supplier introduction and/or disengagement requirements to/from the Applied Materials supply base.

·         Drives resolution to systemic supply chain issues affecting quality, cost, delivery or lead-time, which may include engagement with sub-tiers in the supply chain.

·         Develops and presents high level cost reduction opportunities.

Functional Knowledge

·         Demonstrates depth and/or breadth of expertise in own specialized discipline or field Business Expertise

·         Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends best practices to improve products, processes or services

Leadership

·         May lead functional teams or projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity Problem Solving

·         Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions

Impact

·         Impacts the achievement of customer, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by functional policies

Interpersonal Skills

·         Communicates difficult concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view

Qualifications

Education:

Associate's Degree

Years of Experience:

4 - 7 Years

Balance Staffing is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

Our Amazing Warehouse Specialist Team:

• Participates in a safe work environment;

• Demonstrates quality work performance;

• Supports our Stores / Owners by meeting productivity goals;

• Helps each other by maintaining good attendance;

• Is exposed to a world-class supply chain organization;

• Expands their warehouse knowledge by cross-training in other departments; and

• Demonstrates our  Values of Winning, Excellence, Love, Integrity, Gratitude, Humility, Teamwork.

Here are a few necessities to get you started…. 

• You have a desire to work here – The helpful place;

• We’ll need a little of your time so we can learn more about you;

• You must be 18 years or older;

• You have an idea of the schedule that would fit you best.

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Balance Staffing is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

Balance Staffing is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

We are hiring a Master Planning & Scheduling Manager for our client in Newark, CA.

This position will be reporting to the Plant Manager of the plant, the Master Planning & Scheduling Manager will play an integral part in aligning the production and material supply chain with the manufacturing and customer fulfillment requirements. The responsibilities include managing the on-going performance and continuous improvement of the processes and support of the processes. Responsible for managing the on-going performance and continuous improvement for our site suppliers and the planning and purchasing of such supplier provided materials.

Education & Experience:

·        Minimum 8 years of manufacturing management experience.BS degree or higher preferred in Manufacturing Planning Management or other related discipline.

·        Successful experience in a fast paced, multitasking environment required.

·        Microsoft Office, and/or advanced Excel skills a plus

This is an ITAR facility and applicant must be a US Citizen or a lawful permanent resident.

Balance Staffing is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

Shift: Morning         Type: Temp to hire 

Senior Buyer / Planner

We are looking for a Senior Buyer/Planner who is responsible for the procurement of multiple components, subassemblies, raw materials, finished goods, production equipment, and supplies from approved suppliers.

What you’ll be responsible for in this role:

·        Manage relationships with key suppliers of raw materials, production equipment, and supplies to ensure a consistent supply of materials to meet operating requirements.

·          Responsible for negotiating cost savings initiatives within supply chain.

·        Work closely with the Production teams to ensure that all required items are ordered in a timely manner at the most economic quantity and lowest cost in order to meet production requirements while simultaneously minimizing inventory exposure at the factory and in the supply chain.

·        Strong sense of ownership to assigned commodities.

·       Manage inventory to meet contractual obligations with customers responsible to lead weekly cycle count and monthly inventory reconciliation activities along with material handlers.

·       Experience in Pull system contracting, Supplier agreements, VMI programs and Vendor relations management.

·        Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and management. Demonstrated team player qualities.

·        Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization including the hourly workforce, first line supervision, senior management, as well as vendors.

·        Ability to read and interpret documents such as contracts, agreements, and procedure manuals as well as speak effectively before groups of customers and employees of the organization.

·        Detail oriented and strong organizational skills; solid analytical ability.

To be a great fit for the role:

·        Strong background in negotiations aimed at reduction of overall cost.

·        Experience in Pull system contracting, Supplier agreements and Supplier relations management.

·        Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers and management. Demonstrated team player qualities.

·        Ability to read and interpret documents such as contracts, agreements, and procedure manuals as well as speak effectively before groups of customers and employees of the organization.

·        Detail oriented and strong organizational skills; solid analytical ability.

·        Strong computer knowledge/proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MRP)

What are the basic qualifications?

• Possess eight (8+) years of purchasing/supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent prior work history and experience in materials planning. APICS/ISM certification desirable;
• Proven ability to ensure material availability, while reducing inventory and increasing inventory turns;
• Systematic approach to analyzing and reducing the supply base to achieve maximize EOQ purchasing for cost effectiveness;