Inventory Control Expert

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Inventory Control Specialist

Your enthusiasm is contagious.

So is your passion for great technology. Why not bring them to a new kind of workplace where you can really make your mark? If you love to share your excitement, engage with people, and empower them to explore all the ways Microsoft technology can make a difference in their lives, we should get to know one another.

Job summary

The Inventory Expert will be responsible for all merchandise that enters and leaves our retail stores.   The primary focus for the inventory team is to support the in-store customer experience while protecting the financial and physical assets of Microsoft.   This person is focused on all back-of-house operations, primarily focused on shipping/receiving and inventory control.

Summary of essential job functions

- Accurately receive merchandise into the retail location.

- Maintain stockroom organization per Microsoft expectations and guidelines.

- Perform detailed receiving and cycle counts as directed.

- Move merchandise to the sales floor so that merchandising standards and customer

- expectations are met and exceeded.

- Carry merchandise to and from customers on site as needed.

- Accurately ship/transfer merchandise to other locations/warehouse/vendors as directed.

Minimum requirements

- 3-5 previous retail inventory management experience, preferably in high volume/high traffic environment.

- 3-5 years’ experience teaching/training others regarding back-of-house operations/processes.

Skills /Abilities required

- Teamwork focused

- Attention to detail regarding inventory processes is critical

- Strong communication skills

Lifting up to 75 lbs with assistance (loading and unloading all those great products and carrying purchases out for our customers will be required!)

At Microsoft, we believe that diversity enriches our performance and products, the communities where we live and work, and the lives of our employees. As our workforce evolves to reflect the growing diversity of our communities and the global marketplace, we continue to expand our efforts to understand, value, and incorporate differences as we help others realize their potential.

Here at Microsoft, we’re looking for high-energy people just like you to create an exciting retail experience unlike any other. Why not apply today?

Field

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.

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Principal Production Control Data Coordinator - University of California Berkeley - Berkeley, CA

Application Review Date

The First Review Date for this job is: October 18, 2012

Departmental Overview

Infrastructure Services is a unit within UC Berkeley’s Information Services and Technology (IST) organization providing the hardware and systems software to run campus business applications. Most central campus functions are hosted on Infrastructure Services equipment and many departmental applications as well.

Infrastructure Services Production Control Shared Service Center (PCSSC) is seeking a Production Control Coordinator to monitor and manage workflows associated with UC locations including (UC Office of the President, UC San Francisco, UC Berkeley and UC Irvine Medical Center). Workflow management includes assistance in the resolution of errors, job restarts, and reruns associated with UC location business systems work flows. Using skills related to IBM mainframe, Unix, and Windows computer systems and job scheduling software, as well as source-code control-management tools and knowledge of UC multi-campus business systems, the Production Control Coordinator will execute and monitor computer systems business work flows to successful completion.

Responsibilities

Using mainframe and distributed job scheduling software Control-M, Zeke or UC4 - Active Jobs File (AJF) – complete the following:Reconcile “Wait confirmations” and “Ended not OK” conditions“Hold” “Free” and “Delete” jobs based on review of AJF or Queue associated with job streams/flows for combined UCOP/UCSF/UCB production schedulesForce END OK termination of jobs “not-submitted ”or ”ended NOTOK”Apply filters to limit AJF review and analysis to specific applicationsDisplay log messages associated with the completed execution of a jobEdit Job Control Language (JCL) of a job schedule definition queued on the AJF for revisions necessary to successfully complete the jobCode, schedule, execute and confirm successful completion of adhoc production job requests for multiple UC locations.Perform restart/rerun procedures with Job Control Language (JCL)/Script overridesPerform restart/rerun procedures using Control-M RestartConfer with Application Services on proper sequencing of tasksModify appropriate IN/OUT conditions to reflect proper sequencing of restart/rerun job streamsAdd/Modify Control-M/Zeke/UC4 job scheduler definitions, and calendarsPrepare shift turnover documentation.Define, code, and submit trouble tickets clearly describing production job stream problems. Escalate trouble tickets to appropriate support groups as necessary.Convert and migrate existing jobs/schedules of other UC campuses into BMC Control-M. Code and test converted/migrated jobs and schedules prior to production turnover.Administer PageCenter web browsing of mainframe generated reports. Including: Add/Change/Delete user account definition; Add/Delete users from User Groups; Add/Change/Delete user groups; Add/Change/Delete Pageset definitions; Authorize application access.Migrate production job control streams (Job Control Language/JCL) using source control management tools.Monitor FTP Server. Identify and report failed FTP processes.Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/trainingTechnical skills and knowledge of BMC Control-M and Enterprise Manager and other automated job scheduling software, utility programs, and associated subsystemsTechnical skills and knowledge to maintain mainframe TSO/ISPF, Windows and Unix user environment associated with a Production Control Login IDProficient in MS Office Word and ExcelExperience with Mainframe z/OS TSO/ISPF and SDSFKnowledge of File Transfer Protocol (FTP) flow and controlExperience with Levy Ray, Shoup (LRS) PageCenter account administrationKnowledge and skill with mainframe z/OS operating system file organizations (Sequential, PDS, VSAM)Strong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work non-prime shift hours and weekend on-call supportPreferred Qualifications Experience with BMC Control-M and Enterprise Manager.Experience with ASG Zeke, or UC4 job schedulers a plus.Knowledge of UCSF, UCOP or UC Berkeley production workloads and job flows a plus.Salary & Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is $49,080 - $72,864. Salary offered will be commensurate with experience.

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:

http://atyourservice.ucop.edu/forms_pubs/misc/benefits_of_belonging.pdf

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment when applying.

Other Information

This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Clerical Unit (CX) between the University of California and the Coalition of University Employees (CUE/Teamsters).

The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at:
http://atyourservice.ucop.edu/employees/policies_employee_labor_relations/collective_bargaining_units/clerical_cx/agreement.html

Criminal Background Check

This position has been designated as sensitive and may require a Criminal Background Check. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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Advanced Process Control Engineering Supervisor - REF# 8908 - USA

Swift Worldwide Resources is an international recruitment firm specializing in talent acquisition within the oil and gas industry. Swift serves as a strategic partner to our clients, offering a turnkey recruitment solution to capture top technical and management talent by designing bespoke packages that align with the unique needs of our clients. With approximately 3,000 employees in over 30 countries, Swift has an expansive global footprint in the oil and gas recruitment industry.

Our client, a major specialty chemical company, is seeking a Advanced Process Control Engineer Technical Supervisor to lead a team providing advanced process control engineering support and assistance to the Nylon Intermediates manufacturing facilities at the Victoria Plant. The APC team works closely with the process engineering, maintenance, and operations groups to develop and implement advanced process control applications to enhance plant operation and profitability.

Company Profile:
• Our client is a global company creating value for their customers and shareholders across a portfolio of advantaged intermediate chemical technologies, high performance polymers, and differentiated fiber and other downstream products. They value their employees and abide by their guiding principles to ensure a happy, healthy and respectful work environment.

The role you will play:
• The ability to produce accurate, high quality work in a time-sensitive fast paced environment.
• The ability to organize, prioritize and own multiple tasks while meeting and/or exceeding deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and proven success in communicating effectively with all levels.
• The ability to motivate, influence and drive good business decisions forward while working with a diverse workforce.
• Partners with site leadership to establish priorities and deliver results.
• Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
Above all you will be expected to carry out all your activities with integrity, compliance and in a safe and efficient manner.
• Provide APC team leadership to meet operations unit cost targets
• Ensure APC team members understand their roles, responsibilities, and expectations
• Develop and manage a prioritization process that facilitates resource allocation for the highest value projects supporting the site’s vision
• Actively participate in the selection and development of personnel supporting the technology group
• Develop and implement of advanced process control applications to significantly enhance plant operation and profitability
• Maintain APC applications
• Monitor site process control systems for optimal operation, including the implementation/use of a plant wide control performance-based software
• Root cause analysis of process control problems; identify and implement corrective actions
• Apply fundamental process control knowledge in implementing facilities and process modifications

Background Profile:
•B.S. in Engineering or a minimum of 7 years of work experience relative to control systems
•3 years of experience in a chemical, petrochemical or refinery plant environment
•Basic knowledge of facility/process design including engineering & PSM standards
•Experience communicating with various levels of an organization (engineers, supervisors, operators,
mechanics, contractors, off-site vendors, etc.)
•Experience working independently with functional guidance rather than direct assignments
•Must have a valid and current government issued driver's license

Preferred:
• B.S. in Chemical Engineering
• 10 years of experience in a chemical, petrochemical or refinery plant environment
• 10 years of experience in advanced process control applications
• 5 years of supervisory experience

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
• Must be able to enter and move about in confined spaces and wear personnel protective equipment
• Must be able to climb stairs and/or ladders in a plant environment
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions for various periods of time
• Must be willing to work periodic workdays in excess of 8 hours
• Must be willing to relocate to the Victoria, Texas area

Other Considerations:
•Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future
•We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V
•Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully
passing a drug test.

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Advanced Process Control Engineering Supervisor - REF# 8908 - USA

Swift Worldwide Resources is an international recruitment firm specializing in talent acquisition within the oil and gas industry. Swift serves as a strategic partner to our clients, offering a turnkey recruitment solution to capture top technical and management talent by designing bespoke packages that align with the unique needs of our clients. With approximately 3,000 employees in over 30 countries, Swift has an expansive global footprint in the oil and gas recruitment industry.

Our client, a major specialty chemical company, is seeking a Advanced Process Control Engineer Technical Supervisor to lead a team providing advanced process control engineering support and assistance to the Nylon Intermediates manufacturing facilities at the Victoria Plant. The APC team works closely with the process engineering, maintenance, and operations groups to develop and implement advanced process control applications to enhance plant operation and profitability.

Company Profile:
• Our client is a global company creating value for their customers and shareholders across a portfolio of advantaged intermediate chemical technologies, high performance polymers, and differentiated fiber and other downstream products. They value their employees and abide by their guiding principles to ensure a happy, healthy and respectful work environment.

The role you will play:
• The ability to produce accurate, high quality work in a time-sensitive fast paced environment.
• The ability to organize, prioritize and own multiple tasks while meeting and/or exceeding deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and proven success in communicating effectively with all levels.
• The ability to motivate, influence and drive good business decisions forward while working with a diverse workforce.
• Partners with site leadership to establish priorities and deliver results.
• Initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
Above all you will be expected to carry out all your activities with integrity, compliance and in a safe and efficient manner.
• Provide APC team leadership to meet operations unit cost targets
• Ensure APC team members understand their roles, responsibilities, and expectations
• Develop and manage a prioritization process that facilitates resource allocation for the highest value projects supporting the site’s vision
• Actively participate in the selection and development of personnel supporting the technology group
• Develop and implement of advanced process control applications to significantly enhance plant operation and profitability
• Maintain APC applications
• Monitor site process control systems for optimal operation, including the implementation/use of a plant wide control performance-based software
• Root cause analysis of process control problems; identify and implement corrective actions
• Apply fundamental process control knowledge in implementing facilities and process modifications

Background Profile:
•B.S. in Engineering or a minimum of 7 years of work experience relative to control systems
•3 years of experience in a chemical, petrochemical or refinery plant environment
•Basic knowledge of facility/process design including engineering & PSM standards
•Experience communicating with various levels of an organization (engineers, supervisors, operators,
mechanics, contractors, off-site vendors, etc.)
•Experience working independently with functional guidance rather than direct assignments
•Must have a valid and current government issued driver's license

Preferred:
• B.S. in Chemical Engineering
• 10 years of experience in a chemical, petrochemical or refinery plant environment
• 10 years of experience in advanced process control applications
• 5 years of supervisory experience

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
• Must be able to enter and move about in confined spaces and wear personnel protective equipment
• Must be able to climb stairs and/or ladders in a plant environment
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions for various periods of time
• Must be willing to work periodic workdays in excess of 8 hours
• Must be willing to relocate to the Victoria, Texas area

Other Considerations:
•Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future
•We are an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V
•Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully
passing a drug test.

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