Seed Production Technician - Manufacturing & Engineering - Carroll, IA
Details: Dow AgroSciences, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, develops leading-edge crop protection and plant biotechnology solutions to meet the challenges of the growing world. Dow AgroSciences is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company and had annual global sales of $6.4 billion in 2012. The Seeds business within Dow AgroSciences (DAS) includes multiple production locations. The Carroll location produces Genetically Traited Soybean Seed, primarily for Prairie Brand, Renze Seeds, Dairyland Seed and Mycogen Seeds. The seeds business is a component of Seeds, Traits, and Oils (STO) organization within Dow AgroSciences, and is committed to developing innovative new products to serve growers and feed the world's growing population. The Production Technician will perform a wide variety of routine and non-routine plant, production operations duties,field operations and employee health and safety operations. Under general supervision the Production Technician works on assignments where considerable judgment and initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations. May select appropriate procedures to complete tasks and work is performed within standard methods. This role may specialize in Field, Plant Operations, or specialized equipment related activities. The incumbent is expected to learn and participate in any areas as necessary per management request in order to meet site production objectives. Key Responsibilities Include: Operate seed processing equipment. Observe, record, and maintain data in appropriate formats to ensure operations process is maintained within standard guidelines. Treats and conditions planted seed paying special attention to handling any hazardous materials in a safe manner. Operate personal computer, and standard control systems. Has basic familiarity with crop database and computer software. Perform routine maintenance on equipment. May provide work direction to other operations technicians to accomplish daily activities, projects and assigned tasks. Assists with training of other operations staff as required. May be responsible to ensure operations facility is a safe and well maintained environment. May determine need for, recommended rates, and application of herbicides, insecticides, fungicides and fertilizers as required in a safe manner. Will need to perform chemical mixing tasks according to label recommendations and safety protocols. May assist in data collection at the direction of the Management staff. Records and reports deviations from normal operating procedures to Supervisor. Complete periodic audits of spray program, chemical inventory, WPS standards, MSDS/label program. May suggest new approaches or improvements based on technical information and work experience. Must be able to understand pesticide labels and requirements. May set up and operate simple and complex equipment including planters, tractors, forklifts, seed treater and seed counters. Follows oral instructions and written standard operating procedures. Provide stewardship for EH&S policies and practices in all work activities. Must pass and maintain commercial applicator’s license.
Corn Field Coordinator - Manufacturing & Engineering - Marshalltown, IA
Details: Dow AgroSciences, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA, develops leading-edge crop protection and plant biotechnology solutions to meet the challenges of the growing world. Dow AgroSciences is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company and had annual global sales of $6.4 billion in 2012. Dow AgroSciences is seeking to find a talented and dynamic Field Agronomist who will manage field production operations for Seed Corn production in Marshalltown, IA. This position will be responsible for grower management, coordination and supervision of field work, the location integrated pest management program and the field quality assurance program. Typical responsibilities may include: Coordination of the seed corn production. Coordination and supervision of the activities of field technicians and field crews planting, de-rouging, detasseling, certification, field inspection and harvest for the location. Collect, record, analyze and report data as required. Responsible for contract grower management to include contracting, field selection, development of seed crop management plan with the grower. Develop and implement seed production practices for use in all field activities that result in high quality seed for our customers. Efficient and effective management of employees involved in field production tivities. Ensures all seed produced and distributed meets or exceeds Company quality standards. Provides leadership to the field operations team in establishing and following adequate procedure to ensure federal and state regulatory, safety and security guidelines are met and/or exceeded. Directs the operations staff in acquiring, developing and motivating a workforce, both regular and temporary, to meet location goals. Schedule and coordinate planting, field activities and harvest. Evaluate and communicate field conditions that could compromise production plans. Conduct experiments and/or implement changes to field operations that will lead to understanding and optimizing production. Implement and coordinate the location quality inspection program including hiring of personnel, data collection, and data reporting to the State Improvement Association for field certification. Ensure that company isolation standards are met. Coordinate production research programs at the plant level. Assist in the development of location budgets and monitoring of spending against the budget. Develop and implement operating procedures necessary to safely complete field work and ensure proper training of field personnel. Exhibits employee behavior that supports the overall location safety program. (Leads by example). Active involvement in all staff and Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) meetings.
HELP WANTED:PRODUCTION WORKERS & AUTO BODY PAINT & REPAIR
Details: HELP WANTED:PRODUCTION WORKERS & AUTO BODY PAINT & REPAIR TECHWilson Trailer Sales' Lennox, SD plant has the following full-time openings for Assemblers, Welders, Auto Body Paint & Repair Tech DAY SHIFT & NIGHT SHIFTDay Hours : 6:00 am - 4:30 pm (Mon - Thurs)Night Hours: 5:00 pm - 3:30 am (Mon-Thurs) Starting Rate: $12.50 per hour for Assemblers$13.00-$15.00 per hour for Welders DOQ$15.00-$18.00 per hour for Tech DOQWe offers above average benefit package which includes: Major Medical Health Insurance, including Short Term Disability benefits. Paid Life Insurance Paid Holidays Paid Vacation Paid Profit Sharing 401(k) PlanApply online at www.wilsontrailer.com or in person at: Wilson Trailer Sales' plant located at:415 E. Oriole Avenue,Lennox, SD.A pre-employment physical exam with adrug test is requiredWilson Trailer is an Equal Opportunity Employer Source - Argus Leader - Sioux Falls, SD
Software Test Engineer (SQA Engineer)
Details: The Software Test Engineer - Automated Testing will work on a team responsible for full lifecycle testing of ZOLL’s web based applications. In this role, this individual will help to develop processes and procedures to further the company’s capabilities in automated testing and to help to move the company from a manual testing to an automated testing environment. This person will be responsible for testing all layers of an n-tiered Microsoft web based suite of applications. Duties and Responsibilities: • Read and interpret functional (marketing) and technical (development) specifications and develop comprehensive test plans designed to perform functional and load testing. Functional testing should include edge and routine cases, data entry error, program logic errors, exceptions, etc. • Design, develop, and trouble-shoot automated test scripts using web based automated test tools to validate the technical and functional integrity of web based components. This will include stored procedures, services, and web apps. • Configure test environments including Microsoft web servers, web browsers, MS SQL, and application installations. Configurations may include medical devices and communications devices such as serial modems, heart monitors, and other devices. • Responsible for testing on .NET and IOS platforms utilizing IE, Safari, Chrome, and Firefox as clients • Run and monitor test scripts in a test environment. Interpret the resulting error logs and other output results. Trouble-shoot results to determine if the error is an engineering error or an error in the test script and/or database utilizing MS SQL and other data query tools. • Create simulators as necessary to create test data streams for I/O devices such as heart monitors, GPS devices, in-vehicle navigations systems, and proprietary devices. • Collaborate as a member of a highly functional R&D team to perform testing on multiple applications and move from application team to application team as necessary. • Adhere to professional standards regarding documentation, project management, quality, communication, and teamwork.
Switch Engineer
Details: Job Description:Ericsson is seeking an individual with strong understanding of voice network traffic design (T1/DS0), including signaling protocols (SS7, MF), switching equipment (Lucent 5ESS, Nortel DMS) and other network elements needed for successful call completion (DCCS, DSX, etc). Ideal candidate would have experience with ASR / Circuit Provisioning. Bonus experience would include: DS-3/DS-1 Traffic Engineering and Planning processes, and E911 network deployment. Candidate must also possess working knowledge of telecommunications verbiage: CCS, CLLI Code, E911, CALEA, NPA/NXX, LERG, entrance facility, PSTN etc. Candidate must be able to effectively handle multiple projects of varying complexity simultaneously. Strong written and verbal communications skills. Bachelors Degree in telecommunications or related field, or High School diploma plus 4-6 years relevant experience
Aircraft Modification & Repair Technicians (Military Aircraft)
Details: Aircraft Repair & Modification Technicians (Military Aircraft) – We seek several Aircraft Repair & Modification Technicians for positions within the Aerospace Industry in Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA. These are long-term (12+ month contract) opportunities. *** Secret Clearance Required to Start*** Pay rate up to $27/hour, DOE You will be responsible for leading the assembly, disassembly and modification of systems by overseeing the change, removal, replacement or upgrade of aerospace vehicle components to correct failures or implement changes. Oversees assembly, disassembly or overhaul. Configures aerospace vehicles and bench test equipment. Directs troubleshooting of complex pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical systems to isolate mechanical or electrical faults and repair faulty components. Oversees validation/verification testing of systems and components. Documents procedures and established processes to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance (e.g., repairs, test results, applicable modifications and inspection results). Inspects components and verifies repairs for flight worthiness requirements. Leads and supervises others to perform tasks associated with the safe handling of an aerospace vehicle (e.g. jacking, towing, system operations). Provides training and mentors others. Avionics/electrical experience. Performs repairs, modifications, and overhauls utilizing structural, mechanical and electrical skills under limited supervision using policies and practices for guidance on C-17 A Globemaster III aircraft and Engine Handling and Support Equipment (EHSE) in support of the Globemaster III Sustainment Partnership (GSP) Contract. Understands and interprets required engineering drawings, instructions, and technical manuals. Resolves and corrects routine problems during operation, maintenance, and repair of delivered products. Ensures adequacy, accuracy, and thoroughness of product assembly, disassembly, repair, and functional test methods and procedures during the following repair. Complies with applicable safety and environmental protection practices. Position requires some world wide travel including austere work locations in support of customer needs. The ability to maintain, modify, and functionally tests structural, mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems on various aerospace products, at various levels of assembly with the guidance of more experienced technicians. Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance is required for this position. Knowledge and understanding of the Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) 1 (W1R) Work Instruction Record process, ability to read blueprints and schematics and familiarization with using Air Force Tech Orders are required. Avionics experience is required, with C- 17 experience being preferred. Mechanical and Structural experience is a bonus. C-17 maintenance and modification experience preferred. Must be flexible on work shifts/nonstandard work week. For immediate consideration, please forward your resume as a Word Document to:Janice Plattner Sr. Technical Recruiter Placement SpecialistCOMFORCE TECHNICAL SERVICES, INC.
Sr. NetApp Storage Engineer
Details: Prestigious enterprise firm in Chicago seeks talented NetApp Storage Engineers to provide 24*7 day-to-day operations support of the firms' Storage and Backup environment. Responsibilities include: Resolve complex issues related to storage performance, capacity and availability. Manage escalation of issues to other third-level support teams and vendors. Proactively monitor storage and backups for stability and performance issues and perform regular reporting of storage metrics for capacity planning purposes. Provide solutions engineering and design as well as drive implementation standards for the distributed storage and backup environment. Develop processes to manage the storage and backup environment to improve overall system reliability and end-user experience. Identify and lead opportunities to drive change and innovation, evolving the infrastructure and end user experience towards best-in-class from a functionality, supportability, reliability, and availability standpoint. Work hand in hand with the Architecture team and provide input into the overall strategy for storage and backup technologies Ensure consistent and professional delivery of superior quality services, cordial interpersonal communications, timely responses to requests for service and support, adherence to departmental policies, accurate and consistent use of Help Desk tracking and reporting software. Provide input to establish an overall production maturity strategy and execute plan for evolving current infrastructure environment towards best in class from a supportability, reliability and availability standpoint. Serve as an escalation point for Storage and backup related outages, problems and requests Provide input to the Storage Operations team budget. Provide input to develop production operational metrics to track continuous achievement and improvement of incident, change, problem and risk management. Define, document, encourage use of, and evolve departmental Best Practices based on industry and organizational standards. Maintain business relationships with vendors of hardware, software, and related services critical to the efficient operation of the department. Actively collaborate with other members of Technology Services in pursuit of service delivery excellence.
Junior Automation Engineer
Details: Conestoga-Rovers & Associates (CRA) provides comprehensive engineering, environmental consulting, construction, and information technology solutions for our clients. With more than 30 years of experience in providing high quality and responsive services, CRA has grown to over 90 offices and 3,000 employees working on projects worldwide.Conestoga-Rovers & Associates has an opening in our Buffalo, New York Office for a Junior Automation Engineer, who aspires to become an active employee in a vibrant, well-established company. If you’re driven, fast track your career here Responsibilities include Cost estimation and proposal development Project management and scope development Electrical design of industrial automation and control systems Specify field instrumentation and devices Develop drawing packages and detailed technical documentation with specifications Specify, design, author, and field integrate automation and process control software Coordination and assistance with system checkout & startup Train end-users and maintenance personnel Travel required for out-of-town projects
TEST ENGINEER
Details: Our Toledo area client is in search of a Test Engineer with automotive testing experience. This engineer should have experience with destructive and non-destructive testing of automotive components, NVH testing, etc. Candidates should be able to create test procedures, troubleshoot product designs, running statistical data to help support test engineering. Candidates must have good computer and math skills and be able to effectively write reports based on test results. Bachelors in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering, is required.
Customer Service Team Lead
Details: Job: Finance Acctg Billing Claims & Revenue JOB TITLE: Customer Service Team Leader • position is located at The Boulders Office Park, 7325 Beaufont Springs Drive, Boulders VII, Richmond, VA. 23225. Hours for the position are M-F, 10:30AM to 7:00PM GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIESCoordinates the Customer Service operations. Works closely with the Manager Customer Service in a fast paced Call Center environment. Supervises the daily activities of a team of Customer Service Representatives, responds to escalated customer service calls and responsible for training of customer service staff. DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: Coordinate daily activities of Customer Service operationsTalk with customers by phone or in person to obtain information needed to complete tasksConfer with other staff members to obtain additional information and clarification needed to resolve customer problemsAnswers all inquiries from customers promptly (generally the same day received) whether the inquiries are via telephone or mailAssist patient account inquiries by courteously supplying accurate and timely informationFollow all guidelines and policies for PAS employees, both general policies and those specific to customer service activitiesMaintain a courteous and professional attitude with customers and coworkersOther duties as assigned
Medical Records Clerk - Centerpoint PRN
Details: Job: HIMS & Health Informatics Centerpoint Medical Center is seeking a File Clerk for the HIM department. This position is PRN and will float between various facilities in the area. We are looking for someone with flexibility to work varied hours with the possibility of some weekend hours. The File Clerk is responsible for the organization, retrieval, copying, filing and reconciling of patient records. Facility File Clerks will also be responsible for processing patient accounts in the scanning work queues and will scan and index late documentation received in the HIM department.
Legal Collector
Details: You're a top performing professional and relentless in your pursuits. You look for opportunities and express your ideas. You stay one step ahead of others in your field. You have demonstrated success in your past positions. We value your skills and want you on our team!Portfolio Recovery Associates is a fourteen year old, publicly traded company (NASDAQ-PRAA) that purchases and manages portfolios of defaulted consumer receivables and provides a broad range of accounts receivable management services.Legal CollectorPortfolio Recovery Associates (PRA) is a sixteen year old, publicly traded company (NASDAQ-PRAA) that represents a diverse mix of business and government services that continues to expand. We now operate in more than ten states with a focus on charged-off and bankrupt consumer debt purchase, skip location, government revenue administration, and the monitoring and filing of class action claims. We have also been awarded as one of the 100 Best Small Companies in America, according to the prestigious annual rankings list sponsored by premier business magazine, Forbes. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required for consideration.We are currently recruiting for a Legal Collector to join our Litigations department located in Las Vegas, Nevada. Qualifications for this position include: • Stable work history • Strong work ethic• Good negotiating skills • Computer proficiency • Self-starting attitude To be successful you should possess effective organizational, communication, time-management, interpersonal skills, and high attention to detail. No legal or collections experience required!Primary job responsibilities include:• Collecting on Pre and Post Judgment Accounts• Take inbound and make outbound calls from and to debtors in a highly productive blended dialet.• Research and explain status legal accounts regarding assets and garnishments.• Negotiate and approve settlement offers in accordance with company guidelines Excited about this challenge?We offer a competitive salary and incentive compensation package as well as an attractive set of benefits to our valued employees. Join our family friendly region while you build a dynamic career with an exciting, growing company. Equal Opportunity Employer
Data Entry Clerks
Details: Data Entry ClerksMust be able to work in Horsham.A company located in Horsham is looking for 2 data entry clerks for a project. Must have data entry/processing skills. This is an immediate opening paying $11/hr. Position is indefinite. Ideal candidate will have solely data entry experience for the last 2-3 years. Please send resume to . Refer to job #33040. All interested applicants must be able to come to our Center City Philadelphia branch to interview and test. Only candidates with solid data entry experience will be contacted for this position. Due to location, must have own reliable transportation. Keywords: data entry, DE, processing
Receptionist - Bilingual
Details: The Bilingual Receptionist is the first line of customer service for all patients and visitors entering a Western Dental office. They will greet patients, sign them in, schedule future appointments, and handle incoming phone calls. They will assist patients in accordance with the training they have received ensuring patients receive the Ultimate Patient Experience while visiting a Western Dental Services. Bilingual Receptionists must speak Spanish and English fluently in order to provide excellent customer service to bilingual or Spanish only patients.Key Responsibilities:Customer Service; acknowledge, smile and greet patients upon arrival/dismissalRespond to patient questions and or concerns according to WDS PoliciesAnswering TelephonesScheduling AppointmentsMaintaining Appointment BookConfirming AppointmentsFollow up on no shows/cancellation of AppointmentsRegister Patients on sign in sheetChart FillingCash HandlingChecking voicemail on a daily basisMaintain a clean and friendly waiting area for patients At all times you will perform and undertake such other duties and responsibilities as are requested of you by the Office Manager or the PDM
Operations Advisor
Details: Operations AdvisorWhat Drives You?Career paths with opportunities to learn vital roles and skills? Meaningful work in a stable, promote-from-within organization?Professional satisfaction and helping others?A workspace that is dynamic, fast, fun, and challenging? We share your drive.At DriveTime, we?re committed to providing you with a clearly defined career path that will allow you to go as far as your drive and ambition will take you. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, welcome a challenge, have high personal standards of achievement and are extremely motivated, we have endless opportunities for you to succeed. Use your strong interpersonal skills to accelerate your career within our strong, rapidly growing organization.Exciting responsibilities.Operations Advisors at DriveTime -Bring your entrepreneurial spirit to this key dealership position. This is perfect for an individual who enjoys a fast-paced work experience that's full of variety. We seek a versatile, goal-driven person with high standards of achievement, a taste for challenge and an eye to growing a vibrant career.Use your amazing understanding of people and processes to help create a successful, fun, welcoming place of business! We'll count on you to partner with the sales team to implement process and flow that creates a culture of teamwork, quality, ownership, and accountability on a day-to-day basis.Process down payments, titles, and loan documents.Be a go-to person in a pinch by being cross-trained in all areas of dealership operations, with a willingness to step in when needed.Be flexible enough to organize and adapt daily work to changing situations and demands.Enjoy the Rewards and Benefits.Money: It's great. Competitive pay and future growth potential.Benefits: Outstanding medical, dental and vision plans (After just 60 days)! 401K match too!Schedule: Expect a consistent schedule that allows everyone to work with customers during peak times. Enjoy a 5-day week with Sundays always off.Future: We're a unique, highly respected, nationwide company with a strong culture of promoting from within. This isn't a job. It's a career.Connect With Us www.facebook.com/drivetimecareers
Sales Advisor
Details: Sales AdvisorWhat Drives You?Career paths with opportunities to learn vital roles and skills?Meaningful work in a stable, promote-from-within organization?Professional satisfaction and helping othersA workspace that is dynamic, fast, fun, and challenging? We share your drive.At DriveTime, we're committed to providing you with a clearly defined career path that will allow you to go as far as your drive and ambition will take you. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, welcome a challenge, have high personal standards of achievement and are extremely motivated, we have endless opportunities for you to succeed. Use your strong interpersonal skills to accelerate your career within our strong, rapidly growing organization.A typical day as a Sales Advisor.Expect to walk into a fun environment built on open, friendly relationships. As a sales representative for DriveTime, commonly known as our Sales Advisors, you'll spend half your time on the phone, answering questions and educating qualified leads about their options. The other half will be interacting with customers in person, making them feel comfortable, working out financing and options and collaborating with co-workers. And while your ultimate responsibility is to sell cars, you'll find that you accomplish this goal by providing outstanding customer service.Here's what you WON'T do:Twist someone's arm to buy a car - we're not into heavy-handed sales tactics. We're not into any kind of "tactics."Pounce on people who just came to look at cars (like the guys at every other dealership in town). Instead, you'll smile and just say, "Hi."Play games with the customer. This is a new kind of car sales where every vehicle has one honest price-no haggling, no games.Enjoy the Rewards and Benefits.Money:Extremely competitive pay ? base salary plus bonuses average to $45,000 in the first year ($31,500 base pay + uncapped bonus potential).Benefits: Outstanding medical, dental and vision plans (After just 60 days)! 401K match too!Schedule: Expect a consistent schedule that allows everyone to work with customers during peak times. Enjoy a 5-day week with Sundays always off.Future: We're a unique, highly respected, nationwide company with a strong culture of promoting from within. This isn't a job. It's a career.Connect With Us www.facebook.com/drivetimecareers
RECEPTIONISTEl Paso home builder has an immediate opening
Details: RECEPTIONISTEl Paso home builder has an immediate opening for a receptionist. Candidates must possess the following minimum requirements: bilingual, high school diploma, exceptional telephone /personal/customer service skills, proficient in MS Office, good filing and general office skills, ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, 2 years receptionist experience. Fax resumes to HR Dept (915) 593-3512.Apply Now Source - El Paso Times - El Paso, TX
