Jobs in Huntsville, Alabama | November 2024 Opportunities

Defense Management Company, Inc. (DMC, Inc.), offering exceptional services to the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command (SMDC) has immediate openings for experienced Background Investigators. Join our team and unlock the potential to earn up to 10-15% above the maximum pay through our performance-based compensation model, where your hard work is truly rewarded.The selected candidates will conduct comprehensive interviews with subjects, employers, associates, references, and other knowledgeable individuals and review appropriate records to obtain facts to resolve all material issues in a case or to establish the background, reputation, character, suitability, or qualifications of the subject under investigation. Document all information received and submit a detailed report of the investigation within a strict timeline. This role is more than research and reports; it's your chance to contribute to the safety and security of our nation in the company of colleagues who value trust and integrity above all else.Active US Government issued Top-Secret security clearance is a MUST!Location: Huntsville, ALEmployment Type: 1099 Only with a range of $60k - $170k (potential to earn up to 10-15% above the maximum pay)Type of Travel: Local**Potential TDY opportunity at locations across the U.S.Qualifications:Credentialed or the ability to obtain based on National Training Standard certification and experience conducting background investigations.Proven quality, timeliness, and production metricsA Bachelor’s Degree or four years of general experience demonstrating progressive responsibility in problem-solving, planning and organizing work, and communicating effectively orally and in writing.Ability to maintain a favorable determination based on T5 InvestigationA sense of mission in support of national security initiativesAn impeccable work ethic, integrity, and can-do attitudeA valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required, as driving is essential to this position. May use public transportation if available, practical, and approved by management. Must be willing to travel locally daily, depending on assignment location extensively.A home office equipped with high-speed Internet (a $50 monthly Internet stipend is provided)Ability to walk, type, sit, or stand for long periods.Excellent time management skillsExceptional written and oral communication skills, such as typing detailed, extensive, and lengthy reports.Nice to Have:Bilingual (English/Spanish)Experience with DHS, Department of Homeland Security is a plus!

SUMMARY:The Production Master Scheduler & Supply Chain Manager plans, schedules, prepares, and releases production orders, revises the schedule of production orders when necessary, and collaborates with inventory control, purchasing, engineering, NPI, project management, and other areas of the organization as needed with a single focus of on-time shipment of customer orders. Manage the production logistics (personnel & activities) side of manufacturing – Inventory Control (MM), production planning (PP), production-related purchasing requests, and influence shipping & receiving. A significant portion of Huntsville Microoptics value creation occurs at key (strategic) external suppliers – our organization must deepen cooperation, communication, and feedback process to improve these critical relationships. The production and supply chain manager has a key role in fostering and growing our strategic relationships with our external supply chain partners. Excellent communication skills, computer skills and the ability to be detail-oriented in a fast-paced custom manufacturing environment are key skills of this position. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO): Schedules and coordinates flow of work within the production department to ensure timely shipment of customer orders.Communicates and drives strategic supplier interactions and relationships through professional communications and feedback processes with our strategic supplier network.Reviews, coordinates, and prioritizes customer orders, production schedules, and labor availability/capacity.Prepares long and short-term production schedules (oversees 3X weekly production meetings).Communicates with manufacturing in regard to the status of orders and required schedule changes.Opens and closes work orders.Communicates with co-workers (production & engineering management, supervisors, and employees), on problems, suggestions, and improvements as relates to on-time shipment of customer orders.Analyzes production workloads, and plant capacity data and performs mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing lead times and resource (personnel & equipment) requirements.Utilize the SAP® production performance measurement and control (key performance indicators)Plans and schedules workflow for each department and operation according to previously established manufacturing sequences and lead times.Determines the status of assigned projects, expedites operations that delay schedules and alters schedules to meet unforeseen conditions.Monitors, analyzes & reports performance to schedule of production & production support activities, utilizing information reported from SAP (ERP) system and modules.Reports potential on time delivery risks to management on a daily basis, proposes appropriate actions to mitigate delivery risk.Schedules, expedites, co-ordinates the delivery and movement of critical raw material, WIP to assure that delivery commitments are met.Initiates replacement orders for lost, damaged or discrepant items.Actively supports Quality, Safety, and Environmental programs.Performs other duties and special projects as assignedREQUIREMENTS: Minimum 3 years of experience with ERP software as master production planner with materials and supply chain management is required. SAP experience required. MS Office & MS Project or Project Libre expertise is a strong plus.Master Production Scheduling experience required.Bachelor degree in related field or equivalent required. Excellent communication skills – verbal and written to communicate effectively within all departmentsSuperb analytical, adaptability, problem-solving, decision-making and continuous process improvement skills.Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changes and variable situations. Demonstrated good judgment in investigating production and supplier issues.Understanding of LEAN manufacturing principals is a plus.As a team player must be able to work in an empowered team environment.Ability to work under pressure and deal with demanding internal & external customers.Must possess “soft skills”: conflict resolution and negotiation, personal effectiveness, creative problem solving, strategic thinking, team building, and influencing skills.Expertise in dealing with people effectively and politely.APICS (American Production and Inventory Control Society) Certification a plus. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use of hands or fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls and keyboarding; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions and the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.