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Maintenance/Reliability Supervisor, Food Processing, Portland, OR

1/30/2020

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This position is offered by a recruiter, Connie Dorigan

Maintenance/Reliability Supervisor, Food Processing, Portland, OR
Responsible for working with and developing, managing and leading a world-class maintenance organization for maintaining the Company's long-term competitiveness. This position requires the ability to demonstrate excellent team building, people management, and leadership skills; strong interpersonal and communication skills, including face to face, written, and presentation skills, and excellent external and internal functional/ cross-functional communications skills.
The ideal candidate will have/be:
  • AS or BS Degree preferred (not required) in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Supervisory experience over direct reports in maintenance in a high speed FMCG manufacturing plant 
  • Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a manufacturing environment, developing, leading, and executing proven maintenance reliability programs, management of maintenance budgeting processes, and frontline maintenance leadership. 
  • Prior experience in a food and/or chemical continuous processing plant preferred.
Additional responsibilities include:
  • Oversee and direct technician assignments across all shifts, basing decisions on manpower, technical ability, knowledge, and production priorities.
  • Communicate and coordinate with Production Supervisors and Plant Engineering to determine the most efficient and timely corrective action in response to equipment breakdowns.
  • Track, schedule, and assign corrective and preventive maintenance activities.
  • Ensure technicians are creating work orders to document activities, and entering accurate and thorough information.
  • Verify assigned work orders are completed in a timely manner and work quality is acceptable
  • Manage and approve technician work hours, vacation, sick days, etc.
  • Perform technician coaching, reviews and disciplinary actions.
  • Responsible for planning, organizing and directing the activities across all shifts.
  • Ensure successful leadership and integration of Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) processes into the overall organization.
  • Effectively communicate RCM strategy, goals and results across the organization as it relates to Maintenance and within the Maintenance Organization.
  • Establish and influence the use of best practices and strategic benchmarks for assessing maintenance processes.
  • Define and implement Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for measuring progress.
  • Develop training programs and development/progression plans for technicians.
  • Develop strategic partnerships across the company and with third party contractors to increase overall reliability.
  • Develop and manage cross-functional improvement strategies.
  • Identify opportunities in establishment of the RCM model, assess progress and develop strategic programs for addressing the opportunities.
  • Lead and direct effective interactions and positive cooperation through work relationships between all levels of the organization
  • Champion the organizations values by leading best practices in maintenance by supporting Safety and Quality initiatives.
  • Ensure the maintenance and operation of the equipment, systems, and processes for the overall facility meet compliance standards of all external regulatory agencies to include: PMO, OSHA, EPA, FDA and all other applicable regulations.
 
Send Replies to
Connie Dorigan      Condor1@dorigan.com
Please send your Resume as a Word.doc with the title of the position in the subject line.
You must be authorized to work in the United States

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Foodwit Regulatory Intern

1/27/2020

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Foodwit is a regulatory & scientific compliance firm offering outsourced services and turnkey regulatory and scientific support for companies large and small. Our clients include market-leading e-commerce companies, raw material manufacturers, quick service restaurants, and global consumer packaged goods companies.

Who We're on the Lookout For:
Our team represents diverse food expertise in food technology, regulatory science, nutrition, commercial food safety, quality, toxicology, public policy, and communications. We are actively looking for a Regulatory Intern to join our team of dynamic consultants! 

Location:
This position will be ideally based in Chicago, IL or Portland, OR. Remote work options from another city may also be considered.

Job Classification & Anticipated Duration:
Hourly, Non-Exempt Part-time; Target 20-30 hours weekly 3 months with option to extend to 6 months

Summary of Key Responsibilities:
The Regulatory Intern is responsible for supporting the development of regulatory and scientific work product for Foodwit clients. Duties include but are not limited to: Ingredient specification review and data entry Recipe and formulation analysis Creating and reviewing compliant nutrition facts panels Authoring and reviewing ingredient declarations against regulations Review allergen declarations Substantiation of technical claims Review and analyze regulatory elements of packaging designs Researching regulatory matters

Are You the Right Candidate?
The ideal candidate is a fast, unpretentious learner with an analytical mind who embraces data, has strong critical and creative thinking skills, and is driven by excellence and team work. We’re seeking a candidate who: Is comfortable with ambiguity Has unrelenting attention to detail Is self-sufficient but knows when to ask for help Craves learning and likes to solve problems Feels confident moving projects forward independently but values team work and collaboration

Basic Qualifications:
- Working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Food Science, Nutrition or a related field
- Excellent organization skills with high attention to detail
- Proficiency in ESHA Genesis nutrient analysis software preferred Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel and Powerpoint
- Basic proficiency in FDA and USDA food regulations

Apply
if you think you’ve got what it takes, send us a copy of your resume and a cover letter. In your cover letter, explain why your experience is specifically relevant to this role and why you think your next opportunity is here with us. Submit your materials to: careers@foodwit.com

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Executive Director Position

1/14/2020

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Posted: December 17, 2019 Application Review Begins: January 26, 2020 Start Date: March 2, 2020 
Organization Description Portland Fruit Tree Project (PFTP) is an award-winning non-profit organization that provides a community-based solution to a critical and growing need: access to healthful food. By empowering neighbors to share in the harvest and care of urban fruit trees, PFTP is strengthening communities, preventing waste, and creating sustainable, cost-free ways for low-income families to obtain locally-grown fruit. We believe in honoring and respecting the diversity of the Portland neighborhoods in which we operate, and recognize the importance of bringing diverse communities together to work towards a just and sustainable future. 
Since its founding in 2007, PFTP has hosted over 775 harvest events, founded five Community Orchards, and has led countless educational workshops on topics including fruit tree pruning and food preservation. After a comprehensive restructuring of the organization in 2018, PFTP is thrilled to welcome a new Executive Director to lead the organization forward. For more information about PFTP, visit www.portlandfruit.org 
Position Summary PFTP’s Executive Director will be a highly skilled visionary and dynamic professional who is ready to take on the exciting and rewarding challenge of leading this revitalized organization into its next chapter. The Executive Director will serve as the leader of the organization, directing PFTP’s overall operations, finances, development strategies, programs, and personnel. 
The Executive Director will ensure execution of PFTP’s mission, maintain and build strategic relationships, and represent the organization to the community at large. The Executive Director will also support the Board of Directors and serve as the primary liaison between the Board and Seasonal Staff. This is an opportunity, perhaps for a first-time ED, to play a key leadership role in a vibrant nonprofit organization, while making a difference for PFTP and the communities we serve. 
Responsibilities Programs: Maintain oversight of programs, ensuring that programs are progressing on track to achieve strategic objectives. Direct program development and enhancements. Provide direction and support to program staff and interns, as needed. Ensure that safety and risk management protocols are thorough and being followed. Ensure that program data/results, participant stories, testimonials and photos are collected to document program impacts. 
Fundraising: Direct fund development initiatives, ensuring that the goals and timelines of PFTP’s fundraising plan are achieved. Develop grants strategy and calendar, oversee development and submittal of high quality grant proposals and reports, conduct grant prospect research and build relationships with grant funders. Conduct donor campaigns and cultivate relationships with donors. Build relationships with businesses, design and sell sponsorships, and coordinate revenue-sharing partnerships. 
Budget: Manage budgeting and finances, overseeing a modest but growing annual operating budget. Work with PFTP’s bookkeeper to maintain financial records, and manage/reconcile accounts. Manage and track income and expenses, including accounts payable and receivable. Write checks and ensure prompt payment of bills and invoices. Ensure consistent and thorough record-keeping and documentation. 
Outreach: Provide direction and oversight for outreach, marketing, and communications, ensuring high quality and strategic communications in compliance with PFTP’s brand. Serve as lead contact for press/media inquiries, and represent PFTP in speaking engagements and networking events. Oversee website, social media, newsletter, and Annual Report. Provide guidance and oversight to Seasonal Staff in setting outreach targets and priorities, and coordinating outreach initiatives. Develop and maintain relationships with organizational partners. 
Personnel: Supervise and support Seasonal Staff and Interns. Oversee work plans, and conduct performance reviews. Manage payroll and employee benefits. Provide training and orientation to employees as necessary, and encourage professional development in alignment with budget and employee work plan priorities. As necessary, hire and/or terminate employees. Manage external and internal contracts and ensure compliance with all policies & procedures. 
Board Communication: Provide support to the Board of Directors and serve as liaison between Board and Staff. Present reports and proposals, and ensure that the Board has the information necessary to monitor progress and make informed decisions. 
Required Qualifications Education and Experience: 
- Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, such as Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, 
Natural Resource Management, Public Health, or another related field; OR Three years of work experience in a relevant field. - Minimum of five years of professional experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector. - Demonstrated relationships and/or past lived, professional, or volunteer experience with communities experiencing food or nutritional insecurity. - Proven success with grant writing and grant management. - Experience leading successful fund development efforts, including individual donor cultivation and campaigns, fundraising events, and sponsorships. - Experience in budgeting and financial management. 
 Characteristics & Skills: - Highly self-motivated and productive, able to succeed with minimal supervision. - Willingness and ability to take a hands-on role in all aspects of PFTP's operations. - Experience with meeting facilitation and group leadership. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Demonstrated success in project and/or program management and evaluation. Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. - Familiarity with Portland communities and local funding sources. Experience with partnership development and community outreach. - Ability to engage in positive, professional manner with diverse populations. - Flexible schedule to accommodate work on occasional evenings and weekends. - Strong computer skills, including familiarity with G Suite (Docs, Sheets, Gmail, Calendar, etc.) and CRM systems. - Knowledge and interest in the issues of food justice, public health, community development, and/or urban agriculture. - Commitment to the mission of Portland Fruit Tree Project. Ability to attract, inspire, and motivate others. 
Position Details Start Date: March 2, 2020 Employment Status: Full-time (40 hrs/wk), Salaried Exempt Employee Compensation: $45,000 1 FTE (potential 0.8 FTE / 32hrs/wk schedule if desired), plus Benefits Reports to: PFTP Board of Directors Work Location: Leaven Community Center, 5431 NE 20th Ave, Portland, OR Benefits: Health Insurance Coverage; Retirement Plan; 8 days paid Holiday leave; 10 days Paid Time Off (both personal and sick); Flexible schedule; Remote working opportunities; Dog-friendly office; Office located in Leaven Community Center, which also houses a Swap & Play Cooperative Daycare, NE Portland Tool Lending Library, KitchenShare Northeast, and other engaging nonprofit organizations; Leaven also hosts multicultural events on a regular basis, and facilitates collaboration between the organizations in the building. 
Statement of Diversity Portland Fruit Tree Project is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We especially encourage candidates from underrepresented racial, ethnic, religious, gender association, sexual orientation, economic, (dis)ability, and cultural backgrounds to apply. 
How to Apply The review of applications will begin on January 26, 2020, and will continue until the position is filled. Please submit a combined Cover Letter and Resume PDF document via email to jobs@portlandfruit.org, with “Executive Director Application” in the subject line. Cover letter must address how the candidate meets the required qualifications for consideration, and address how they would manifest PFTP’s commitment to diversity in their leadership. No phone calls please. ​
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Personnel Scheduler - Darigold

1/14/2020

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​Darigold has a great opportunity for a Personnel Scheduler to join our operations team in Portland and play a key role in contributing to supporting the team’s performance and strategic goals.  As the Personnel Scheduler, you are responsible for scheduling all plant production and warehouse employees.  
 
The ideal candidate for this role has some experience in scheduling, but is likely starting out in their career and is eager to get more hands-on experience and be a part of a great team.  You’re also likely to have a keen eye for detail & are very organized; have a continuous improvement approach to your work; a do your best performance attitude; and excellent customer service skills. If you like what you’ve read & think this sounds like you, we invite you to join our team by applying at http://darigold.com/employment with your resume.
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties as assigned)
- Schedules adequate staffing levels for a 24/7 production facility
- Reviews and approves vacation and holiday requests, consistent with staffing requirements and departmental policy and procedure.
- Maintains updated plant seniority list
- Manages all plant job bids
- Maintains skills and abilities worksheet
- Tracks weekly hours for plant employees to ensure maximum hours are not exceeded
- Collaborates with Production Planner to maximize labor usage
- Works closely with Production Supervisors and Plant Management to communicate scheduling changes
- Makes scheduling decisions based on the master schedule when it is necessary to call in additional staff or require overtime consistent with departmental budget.
- Maintains records concerning total positions, job bids, current vacancies, and availability of staff.
- Knows and upholds facility objectives, philosophies, policies and procedures
- Other tasks as assigned
 
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Must be able to execute weekly schedule and work effectively against time constraints
- Must have excellent communication skills
- Must maintain a positive working relationship with staff
 
Education, Experience and Certifications:
- B.S. degree in Operations Management, Food Science, or related field.  Equivalent work experience will be considered.
- Demonstrated proficiency in PC-based applications like Excel, Word, Access, and Outlook
- Prior experience with scheduling in a production facility according to CBA guidelines is preferred
 
Darigold is known for delivering fresh, high quality, value-added dairy products to people, & customer-driven solutions to organizations, all around the globe. We are the 5th largest dairy Co-Op in the US & one of the largest privately held organizations headquartered in Seattle, Washington. We produce over 9 billion pounds of milk every year! Since 1918, our Farmer-owners have taken great pride in producing nutritious dairy products with unsurpassed quality. Our work environment provides a results driven, collaborative space, with open & transparent communication, & a culture of celebrating everyone’s wins. Our mid-size private business model provides the ability to have dynamic involvement at all levels of our organization.  We’re also proud to say we offer an excellent Total Compensation Package & a few other unique perks to our industry!
At Darigold we embrace diversity  & welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law- We’re proud to say we are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
As a condition of employment applicants offered a role will be required to successfully pass our pre-employment background screen, receive a negative drug screen result & confirm eligibility to work in the U.S. We participate in E-Verify- please follow the links for details, English / Spanish & view our Right to Work Statement, English / Spanish.
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