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An international industrial manufacturing company is currently seeking a Japanese Bilingual Human Resources Manager to join their office in the Farmington Hills, Michigan area. The ideal candidate will have previous Human Resources and Office Management experience, and the ability to communicate effectively in both Japanese and English.

This is a full-time and direct hire position. Visa support can be provided.

HR Manager Responsibilities Include:

• General office management and overseeing administrative staff
• Analysis and improvement of company processes regarding benefits and compensation structures, employee relations, safety and health / wellness programs, etc.
• Manage recruiting functions such as conducting interviews, making hiring decisions, and managing new hire onboarding
• Facilitate communication between internal employees and overseas parent company in Japan
• Ensure compliance to local and federal employment regulations
• Collaborate with parent company and upper management regarding future programs, predicted staffing needs, budget planning, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

HR Manager Requirements Include:

• Bachelor’s degree in a Human Resources or Business-related field preferred
• Minimum business-level Japanese language ability (JLPT N2 equivalent) is required
• 5 years’ leadership experience in Human Resources or Office Management, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated understanding of company, state, and federal laws regarding employment and HR standards
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the abilityto handle confidential and sensitive matters in a diverse work environment
• Good computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

Direct applicants only. We do not accept any resumes from any third-party organizations or other recruiters.

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Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc., has been one of the leading recruiting firms in North America when it comes to working with Japanese Businesses for over 20 years. Our services are based on the needs of our clients, and we connect them with qualified candidates in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, and Oil & Gas industries. With the recent expansion to California and the NYC/NJ area, our coastal offices have started working with clients in the Banking, Finance, and Entertainment Industries. We like to take the approach of working one on one with each of you to ensure that we have the best understanding of your background and what it is you are looking for in a career.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant with criminal background / Social Security verification. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions

Build a Bigger, Better, Bolder Future

Imagine working for a company that measures its success based off the growth of its colleagues, a company that invests in its future by investing in you. Little Caesars is a company where our colleagues make an impact.

Your Mission

The Manager, Creative, is responsible for the day-to-day management and execution of all brand creative. Accountable for efficient and effective management of campaigns and marketing initiatives. Manages creative execution of innovative materials and programs for field use, including promotional campaigns, print, point of purchase, packaging, website, digital marketing and other brand initiatives. Leads design team and external vendors to consistently deliver customer expectations and align strategies company growth. This position will uphold the Little Caesars brand standards and image during all project design and execution. This position will perform the job autonomously with decision-making approval and handle information related to confidential marketing promotions. Focus of this role may be Domestic or International

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Collaborate with creative and marketing leadership to identify creative opportunities and execute national campaign and field projects that meet creative brief and/or creative request.
• Uphold established style, direction and design solutions for the Little Caesars brand, ensuring implementation from concept through production.
• Provide leadership to the creative department and external design contractors that includes selection, coaching, establishing goals and performance management. Mentor, guide, and inspire creative services team to ensure growth and quality of work.
• Ensure creative is effective, innovative and targeted appropriately and that all creative materials meet production requirements and deadlines. Reviews all completed creative to ensure included information represents brand standards accurately. Ensure error-free work.
• Enhance the brand experience by researching new ways to deliver creative messaging and content. Be on the forefront of market trends and recommend unique ways to extend 360 degree ideas.
• Partner with marketing team to develop and maintain seamless communication, approved workflow and procedures, ensuring timely and cost-effective design and production of marketing related materials.
• Implement, improve and measure efficiencies of planning, process, scope control, issue management and project execution of Creative Services Department.
• Champion and communicate all brand and creative strategies to colleagues and franchisees. Provide rationale and direction on brand initiatives, campaigns and creative requests, ensuring collaborative relationships.
• Provide recommendations to annual budgets and budget monitoring.
• As a key member of the creative leadership team, assists with strategic direction and planning to drive all brand initiatives, including brand awareness, brand design, creative messaging and brand growth.
• Participate in cross-functional teams as needed
• Provide creative support to corporate colleague or business programs.

Who You Are

• Bachelor degree in Marketing, Advertising, Graphic Design or related discipline.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in advertising, graphic design, production, printing industries and digital media and brand marketing best practices.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience managing cross-functional teams on a formal basis.
• Previous experience in an agency or corporate marketing position.
• Evidence of ability to motivate and push creativity and innovation. Experience hiring, training, developing, supervising and appraising personnel.
• Demonstrated attention to detail with emphasis on accuracy and quality, and a critical eye for design aesthetics.
• Evidence of ability to analyze, problem-solve and make decisions, including viable alternative options. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with all levels of colleagues and public.
• Highly developed communication and facilitation skills with demonstrated ability to translate technical information to a non-technical audience.
• Strong ability to identify and apply key customer insights, check sustainability during the project and conduct/assess post project customer satisfaction.
• Proficient with MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator.

Where You’ll Work

• A state-of-the-art building with a modern-day, open environment in the heart of The District Detroit.
• A colleague fitness center, work café and an outdoor patio with grills.
• Over 60 different meeting spaces to help promote a collaborative environment.
• Ability to work beyond traditional office hours when required by project demands.
• Ability to travel when necessary and adhere to the Travel Policy

Little Caesars Pizza

America’s first 24/7 national news diginet – broadcasting to 50+ markets including New York, Chicago and Los Angeles – is expanding our metro Detroit team. We are looking for passionate storytellers who can help grow our audience on-air and online. The right candidate must have a passion for news, for telling compelling stories and creating high-quality content.

Producers will work closely with our anchor team to produce newscasts throughout the day for our news-wheel format. Duties include writing, producing and editing content.

We’re looking for a leader who will help plan and execute award-winning news coverage. Other than the basics of TV news, candidates with these special characteristics will stand out. The shift is Wednesday-Saturday evenings.

• Be passionate about news in and out of the work environment
• Have good judgement as to what makes a story on a national and international news level
• Determine the order in which stories are told on stream
• Time broadcasts and insure they are correct on the stream and on air
• Have a flexible approach to your work schedule and be ready to work when news breaks
• Be ready to plan and execute news coverage on your own
• Have the ability to turn a wide range of news stories quickly
• Be a strong writer
• Be ready to produce – writing scripts, editing copy and creating show rundowns

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors in Broadcast Journalism, Communications or similar degree preferred
• Ability to produce newscasts
• Must be an excellent writer for newscasts
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy
• Must be engaged digitally utilizing multi-platform content distribution and display strong social media skills.
• Ability to work well with our existing team
• Ability to handle everything from breaking news, to live shots, to on-set interviews
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to shoot and edit video on non-linear programs is essential (Adobe Premiere Pro editing experience a plus).

Equal Opportunity Employer

NEWSnet

Are you enthusiastic, collaborative and solution-oriented? Apply now for the Art Director position in our Southfield, MI, office! The Art Director will be supporting the Art & Design Team and partner with our automotive clients and internal teams.

Summary

The ideal Art Director will bring a mix of artistic, marketing, and business expertise to the position, promoting Alteris Group and that of our valued clients. Responsibilities include concept generation, layout, revisions, direction distillation, presentation and production. Must thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops concepts and collaborates with the project teams to plan, analyze, organize and execute assigned projects as needed.
• Works collaboratively and harmoniously as a teammate both within and outside the creative department.
• Meets with project management to review work in progress and selects desired concepts.
• Presents concepts to team members, account team, and clients.
• Maintains stewardship of client’s look, tone and feel.
• Art direction of assets including image and footage selection, working collaboratively with other team members.
• Maintains file-management, using consistent naming conventions and procedures.
• Loves the creative process and knows how to have fun while working hard.

Required Qualifications

This position requires:

• A minimum of 6+ years of related experience
• Portfolio to demonstrate creative and technical skills

Required Skills

This position requires:

• Good sense of aesthetic, typography and practicing knowledge of information design and hands-on understanding of fundamental principles marketing.
• Strong knowledge of industry-standard software/programs: Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop are a must).
• Proficient in designing in PowerPoint and Word.
• Skilled in art techniques as well as computer proficient.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong time management skills.
• Able to juggle multiple projects, sticking to deadlines and ensuring high-quality error-free output.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with creative agencies/professional services
• Direct marketing and digital experience
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge in the latest trends of HTML, CSS, AR, and AI a big plus
• Adobe After Effects and HTML experience is a plus

Alteris Group

America’s first 24/7 national news diginet – broadcasting to 50+ markets including New York, Chicago and Los Angeles – is expanding our metro Detroit team. We are looking for passionate storytellers who can help grow our audience on-air and online. The right candidate must have a passion for news, for telling compelling stories and creating high-quality content.

Producers will work closely with our anchor team to produce newscasts throughout the day for our news-wheel format. Duties include writing, producing and editing content.

We’re looking for a leader who will help plan and execute award-winning news coverage. Other than the basics of TV news, candidates with these special characteristics will stand out. The shift is mornings Wednesday-Saturday.

• Be passionate about news in and out of the work environment
• Have good judgement as to what makes a story on a national and international news level
• Determine the order in which stories are told on stream
• Time broadcasts and insure they are correct on the stream and on air
• Have a flexible approach to your work schedule and be ready to work when news breaks
• Be ready to plan and execute news coverage on your own
• Have the ability to turn a wide range of news stories quickly
• Be a strong writer
• Be ready to produce – writing scripts, editing copy and creating show rundowns

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors in Broadcast Journalism, Communications or similar degree preferred
• Ability to produce newscasts
• Must be an excellent writer for newscasts
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of accuracy
• Must be engaged digitally utilizing multi-platform content distribution and display strong social media skills.
• Ability to work well with our existing team
• Ability to handle everything from breaking news, to live shots, to on-set interviews
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to shoot and edit video on non-linear programs is essential (Adobe Premiere Pro editing experience a plus).

Equal Opportunity Employer

NEWSnet

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
* Mounts plates for upcoming jobs.
* Identifies stock requirements and change as needed.
* Identifies die requirements, retrieves die and changes and puts away when needed.
* Assists press operator in setting up print stations.
* Completes transactions in the job tracking system.
* Assists press operator in washing up press (internal & external).
* Changes worn doctor blades.
* Handles finished goods (transports to rewind area or stacks on pallet).
* Assists Assembly Technicians as needed.
* Helps other assistants/operators.
* Runs press in absence of operator (when qualified).
* Assists finishing group when needed.
* Provides support to meet department and company objectives by performing other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:
* Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
* Must have the ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
* Must be able to pass a basic reading test.
* Must pass color vision test.
* Must pass color hue test.
* Must be able to meet and/or pass the minimum requirement on a mechanical test or have demonstrated mechanical aptitude through prior work experience.

* Must have basic personal computer skills.
* Must have the ability to perform basic arithmetic including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
* Must be able to maintain good attendance.
* Must be willing to work overtime.
WestRock Company

Epitec

POSITION:

Product Manager

JOB TYPE:

Contract

LOCATION:

Dearborn, MI (Hybrid OR Remote)

JOB SUMMARY FOR PRODUCT MANAGER:

Work with multiple teams within the transformation office on establishing and managing a prioritized backlog. Be a champion and help mentor individuals and teams to grow and develop and help guide and manage the intake process for work. As a Product Manager, you will facilitate learning through workshops, meetings, and Team-building activities and actively try to identify waste and areas of improvement that helps to create autonomous, self-organizing, empowered, and continuously improving Teams.

• More than five years experience working as a Product Manager, Scrum Master, Product Owner or Team Lead with agile software development Teams in a large corporate IT environment.
• Experience using a combination of lean and agile practices to help Teams succeed and organizations evolve.
• Strong grounding in both SCRUM and XP-related methodologies
• Strong understanding of Change management and have participated in a large-scale agile transformation. Strong knowledge of scaled agile principles, practices, and roles. PDO transformation coaching experience is desirable.
• Good working knowledge of the principles and practices involved in
• Value Stream Mapping
• Writing Technical Specs and Requirements
• Knowledge Of User Experience Best Practices
• Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills
• Leadership And the Ability to Take Initiative
• Problem-Solving
• Time Management
• Communication Skills
• Proficient at leading meetings with different audiences (senior management, technical & business Teams) and driving the next steps.
• Experience managing risk and issues across different work streams.
• Experience in interacting & communicating with Sr. Leadership, business, and technology stakeholders.
• Must be motivated and be able to work independently.

Skills Required:

• More than five years’ experience working as a Product Manager, Scrum Master, Product Owner or Team Lead with agile software development Teams in a large corporate IT environment.
• Value Stream Mapping
• Writing Technical Specs and Requirements
• Knowledge Of User Experience Best Practices
• Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills
• Leadership And the Ability to Take Initiative
• Problem-Solving
• Time Management
• Communication Skills

Why should you choose Epitec?

We started Epitec with a single focus, “Placing People First.” Knowing every good endeavor begins with listening and understanding, we’ve set about challenging every part of the employment process. Bringing the proper connections together for the perfect fit.

How is Epitec different?

Epitec gets to know our prospective employees, using these insights to locate the perfect placement for you. We are there, every step of the way. Providing a best-in-class compensation package combined with the opportunity to grow financially and personally through your work.

What is the result?

Epitec represents the world’s top companies and works to fill their open jobs with the world’s best talent. That’s led to Epitec servicing an impressive list of Fortune 100 companies. We’ve also won many awards, including one of Crain’s Detroit Business “Cool Places to Work,” and 101 Best & Brightest – local, national and elite winner. And that’s just the beginning, as we work to innovate the way the world thinks about employment.

EPITEC

COMPANY SUMMARY

HexArmor® is a leader in developing some of the most advanced PPE solutions for your hands, eyes, and body. At HexArmor®, we believe safety is not a luxury – it’s a necessity. Since day one, we have worked hand-in-hand with our customers to deliver innovative and effective PPE solutions to keep workers safe, and have done so, breaking new ground in cut, puncture, needle, and abrasion resistance, all without sacrificing dexterity.

JOB SUMMARY

The Above-the-neck product team has grown significantly across three (3) categories – eyewear, head, and hearing protection.

To this end, we are seeking a highly energetic, well-organized professional to lead product management activities in the eyewear category. This position will report directly to the Above-the-neck Product Director and offers ample opportunity for growth not only within the product management team, but throughout the organization.

LOCATION

Onsite at HexArmor corporate headquarters in Grand Rapids, Michigan

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Full understanding of eyewear product line features and benefits (subject matter expert).
• Full understanding of product standards and certification requirements.
• Manages relationship with supplier partner (uvex eyewear PM).
• Owns product specifications and manages revisions.
• Responsible for managing, communicating, and recording quality issues alongside QA team(s).
• Manages product costs and pricing.
• Creates, owns, and continuously manages competitive landscape.
• Conducts market research in product category and regularly updates category management.
• Responsible for New Product Creation (NPC) and communication across organization.
• Assists marketing with technical product detail for collateral development and regularly reviews existing collateral for accuracy.
• Provides product category support to sales team via onboarding training, new product training, refresher trainings, day to day product support, and travel as needed.
• Responsible for product lifecycle management .
• Conducts product line review annually.
• Responsible for driving timelines and reporting on status/progress for product development projects (PDP).
• Works alongside eyewear category manager to support product category growth goals.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree: degree in Business, Engineering, Sciences, or Design preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-7 years relevant work experience
• 5-10% travel to domestic customers and international partner facilities
• Efficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge and experience in Adobe Creative Suite are a plus

HexArmor

DIRECTOR OF CATEGORY MANAGEMENT, NON-PERISHABLES (CENTER STORE)

COMPANY PROFILE:

• As a family-owned Midwest grocer, they have built a base of raving fans by providing an unparalleled shopping experience and making a positive difference in each of the communities they serve. They feature a broad variety with an emphasis on local products, fresh produce, made-from-scratch deli and bakery items, USDA Choice meat, seafood and an extensive beer and wine collection. They love food and it shows!

FEATURES AND BENEFITS:

• As a Director of Category Management, Non-Perishables , you will be part of a team that values your contribution, allows you to run your business, and participate in the rewards.

THE ROLE YOU WILL PLAY:

• The Director of Category Management, Non-Perishables will lead a team of Category Managers in Center Store, Dairy & Frozen to ensure results on stated strategies and objectives. Manage vendor relationships, facilitate annual, seasonal and promotional planning activities. Position will be based in the upper Midwest.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• Depending on your experience and skills, your total compensation package will be include very competitive base salary and 20% bonus potential!

BACKGROUND PROFILE:

• Must have up to 5-10 yrs. supermarket non-perishable experience with strong knowledge of non-perishable dept operations and understanding of profitability levers in this environment. Experience with working with large wholesale distribution networks a plus.

Director Supermarkets General Business Management Purchasing Product Management Sales

Executive Leadership Solutions

About Us

NOCTI serves as the largest provider of industry-based credentials and partner industry certifications for career and technical education (CTE) and workforce preparation programs across the nation. Credentials are delivered to a variety of customers including secondary and post-secondary students, adults, teachers, states, and universities. 

Nocti Business Solutions (NBS) is a subsidiary of NOCTI and provides standardized and customized assessment services to business and industry. NBS also provides development, delivery, and management services to industry certification partners as well as Prior Learning Assessments (PLA) to individuals.

Position Summary

This position engages in activities related to all phases of the assessment development and revision process. The Product Development Coordinator assists the Division Manager in fulfilling his/her mission, vision, and priorities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, organize, and facilitate on-site and web-based assessment development/revision workshops to include job and task analyses, item and job development activities and post-development tasks.
• Engage in the development of assessment support materials including technical manuals, O*NET linkages, test administration materials, and study guides.
• Engage in the proofreading of test booklets, assessment support materials including technical manuals, O*NET linkages, item bank questions, study guides, blueprints, instructor prep packs and other documents and products to ensure correctness and consistency among multiple documents, correct spelling, good language usage, etc.
• Assist with processing and following-up on field comments submitted by clients in a timely manner.
• Assist in recruiting and managing Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for new test development, test revisions, and other product needs.
• Communicate with SMEs regarding timelines, required work products, their comments, and concerns, and to obtain study guide content.
• Assist with recruiting sites to participate in the assessment piloting phase.
• Draft alignment crosswalks between external content providers and internal assessment blueprints and standards.
• Collaborate with both internal and external individuals on projects.
• Evaluate processes and procedures for continuous improvement.
• Represent division on various committees/teams as needed.

Education/Experience Requirements

Master’s degree in a business or education-related, workforce or organizational development field and facilitation experience with both small and large groups preferred. Consideration may be given to candidates with a bachelor’s degree and three years of experience in a related field that ensures successful performance of the job duties.  

Core Competencies

• Demonstrate strong small and large group facilitation skills.
• Demonstrate strong proofreading skills (e.g., ensuring information is accurate and consistent across multiple documents).
• Ensure all materials produced are error-free (e.g., grammar, spelling, formatting, punctuation).
• Demonstrate proficiency in using word processing, spreadsheet, email, presentation, database, web-based meeting and other collaboration programs, and be willing to learn other programs/software as needed.
• Maintain an overall understanding of the organizations’ scope of work and the client base served.
• Assure understanding of terminology related to the current credentialing marketplace.
• Monitor and evaluate processes and procedures for quality and continuous improvement and make recommendations as appropriate.
• Develop and maintain a broad understanding of work processes, operational flow of each division, and overall organizational procedures.
• Ensure strong customer service skills.
• Utilize project management-related skills.
• Exhibit effective organizational skills.
• Ensure published findings (both internal and external) have been researched and verified.

Skills and Abilities

To perform this job, an individual must be able to successfully demonstrate the following key employability skills:

• Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Utilize time management techniques and prioritize as appropriate.
• Maintain a positive attitude and a willingness to be flexible.
• Collaborate as an effective member of a team.
• Problem solve and identify potential solutions.
• Work well under pressure and adhere to deadlines.
• Exhibit professionalism and confidentiality at all times.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is normally required to sit, stand, and communicate verbally in an office setting.
• The physical location of the setting is an office at corporate headquarters in Big Rapids, Michigan.
• Frequent small group and telephone communication is required.
• Employee may be exposed to loud noise produced by office machines (e.g., printer, copier, scanner).
• Travel and evening hours will be required.

NOCTI