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- Act as the subject matter expert for the channel and customer by providing thought leadership guidance to internal constituents and external customer decision makers
- Serve as the expert on the use of point-of-sale data to assist sales, channel, and business segment leads into making well informed decisions from actionable insights
- Generate weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reporting across Safe Access and Secure Storage Business Units to provide insights, identify opportunities and deliver solutions that drive profitable category growth
- Coordinate, manage and maintain WernerCo POS data sets in PowerBi on a weekly basis.
- Analyze, inform and build recommendation for PowerBi POS dashboards and reports
- Understand business drivers to influence joint business plan activities at the customer and internal levels
- Leverage learnings from cross functional counterparts (Channel Marketing, Product Management, Brand Leads, etc.) to deliver impactful recommendations to the sales team
- Influence the product line review process with shopper insights and data to make recommendations on optimal assortment, plan-o-gram space allocation and strategy
- Form perspective on multi-channel purchasing behaviors (e.g., site to store, site to home, etc.), monitoring channel shifting and the associated trends reflected in the marketplace
- Identify key promotional windows based on consumer behavior and recommend promotion depth and frequency guidelines
- Provide secondary analytical support for WernerCo UAP program to help monitor and enforce policy acquiescence
- Act as the subject matter expert for the channel and customer by providing thought leadership guidance to internal constituents and external customer decision makers
- Serve as the expert on the use of point-of-sale data to assist sales, channel, and business segment leads into making well informed decisions from actionable insights
- Generate weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reporting across Safe Access and Secure Storage Business Units to provide insights, identify opportunities and deliver solutions that drive profitable category growth
- Coordinate, manage and maintain WernerCo POS data sets in PowerBi on a weekly basis.
- Analyze, inform and build recommendation for PowerBi POS dashboards and reports
- Understand business drivers to influence joint business plan activities at the customer and internal levels
- Leverage learnings from cross functional counterparts (Channel Marketing, Product Management, Brand Leads, etc.) to deliver impactful recommendations to the sales team
- Influence the product line review process with shopper insights and data to make recommendations on optimal assortment, plan-o-gram space allocation and strategy
- Form perspective on multi-channel purchasing behaviors (e.g., site to store, site to home, etc.), monitoring channel shifting and the associated trends reflected in the marketplace
- Identify key promotional windows based on consumer behavior and recommend promotion depth and frequency guidelines
- Provide secondary analytical support for WernerCo UAP program to help monitor and enforce policy acquiescence
- Support and lead projects in the manufacturing processes of fabrication, welding, paint, powder coating. and assembly line using the latest industry techniques to ensure processes are safe, reduce risks to operations and are efficient and effective. Use concepts that incorporate Lean, SMED, 5-S and flow line concepts.
- Design / document manufacturing processes that include process work instructions thru Microsoft office programs. Document manufacturing processes of fabrication and welding through tool design on solid modeling and MRP software
- Design / document fixtures used in the manufacturing processes thru solid modeling software.
- Programming of Computer-Aided manufacturing equipment and robotics
- Updating files and programs that support manufacturing processes because of design engineering changes, including routings, BOM’s, prints and machine programs
- Actively lead teams in problem solving to drive results and improvements through the use of structural team problem solving techniques such as Six Sigma, 8-Disciplines, DOE, A3 etc.
- Assist in customer complaint system, which will include return analysis, actionable data collection, and improvements implemented, in order to improve the product quality.
- Assist in the plan and maintenance of PFMEA and FMEA documentation.
- Lead in the investigation and implementation of new technology / CAPEX Projects to improve cost and efficiency of producing product.
- Lead projects, which support Corporate Cost Reduction targets.
- Lead / support the NPD process.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships within the Manufacturing team.
- Reduce Scrap cost throughout the facility.
- All other duties as directed by manager.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring they comply with accounting standards and regulations
• Lead the preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports, including government filings
• Lead external global and statutory audit engagements
• Enhance and maintain internal controls to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement changes to enhance financial reporting quality and efficiency
• Research and document accounting issues
• Update, develop and maintain a well-documented system of accounting policies and working procedures
• Review account reconciliations of geographic segment and assigned corporate accounts
• Prepare and approve general ledger journal entries
• Consult with other geographical teams and management
• Oversee intercompany transaction processes, including intercompany debt and interest
• Review financial data to ensure fairness and completeness.
• Support income tax processes
• Manage direct reports and broader indirect teams
• Lead special projects in partnership with tax, treasury and core finance/business teams
• Other tasks as required
• Manages and optimizes calendar for the CEO by anticipating needs, navigating conflicts, and incorporating changes
• Books international and domestic travel arrangements, required visa’s including itineraries, transportation, lodging, dining, travel documents, and expense reports
• Assists in preparing for meetings, including setting up conference calls, video conferences, and in-person meetings
• Acts as the point of contact between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders
• Plans and produces key meetings and company events from top-to-bottom, including attendee management, food, premises, and budget
• Follows up with travel agency regarding discounts, passport renewals, and unused ticket information.
• Assists in the smooth running of the office by coordinating administrative tasks, managing supplies, and keeping the office looking customer-ready
• Partners with other Office Managers at our Itasca, IL and West Middlesex, PA locations for a team approach to CEO visits and employee events
• Partners with our HR department and North America Events Committee on employee engagement and special projects
• Manages office building needs including maintaining office lease agreement, maintenance issues and concerns
• May assist other staff members with presentations, travel arrangements, etc.
• Other duties as required
Onboarding:
• Assist onboarding processes, preparing orientation materials, conducting new employee orientations, and ensuring a smooth assimilation into the organization.
HR Administration:
• Maintain and update employee records with precision and confidentiality.
• Generate HR-related correspondence such as offer letters and documentation.
• Contribute to the implementation and maintenance of HR policies and procedures.
Employee Relations:
• Address employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and other matters.
• Assist in resolving employee relations issues and recommend appropriate solutions.
Benefits Administration:
• Collaborate on the administration of employee benefits, including enrollment, changes, and communication.
• Provide support to employees with benefit-related inquiries and offer guidance on available resources.
Additional Responsibilities:
• Coordinate employee events and engagement initiatives to foster a positive workplace culture.
• Perform data entry tasks with a high level of accuracy to ensure up-to-date and reliable information.
• Manage filing systems to uphold organization and confidentiality standards.
• Oversee uniform management, ensuring employees have appropriate work attire.
• Assist in employee conversions, transitions, and promotions within the organization.
• Facilitate orientation assistance for new hires to integrate smoothly into the company.
• Create and manage employee badges for security and identification purposes.
Reimbursement and Payroll:
• Handle reimbursement processes for eligible expenses, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Collaborate with the payroll department to facilitate accurate and timely payroll processing.
UKG Federal, State, Local and Unemployment- tax coding and validation, system enhancements and processes.
• Experience/familiarity of Multi-State Tax Reporting
• Prepares routine tax government filings.
• As the UKG System Tax expert you will be making monthly zero filings for current taxes that do not currently have employees in those locations, as UKG does not process these.
• Reassures the timeliness of payments and filings with Payment Services (UKG) and that they have been applied to Werner’s Federal, State, and Local Withholding and Unemployment accounts on time.
• Proactively opening cases with UKG and Payment Services.
• Processing all Standard and Guided Adjustments in UKG
• Conducts tax research to remain current with Federal, State and Local taxes and laws.
• Updates all State Employer Unemployment rates in UKG and processing the Payroll Reconciliation to update these rates in the UKG System.
• Assists with tax and payroll related audits throughout the year.
• Work with HR Administrator on setting up new taxes due to address changes and/or new hires and validating the new “Work- in and Resident” taxes in preparation for the Payroll Processing by the Sr. Payroll Specialist.
• Cross functionally collaborates, develops process and reporting improvements for payroll taxes, human resources, and operations.
• Responsible for the accuracy of payroll tax data relating to employee taxes, deductions, and wage withholdings.
• Assists in balancing payroll related General Ledger accounts, while working with the Accounting Team.
• Responds to payroll tax inquiries and resolves discrepancies as required. Provides reports and resolutions for issues.
• Weekly validating the 401K deferral and 401K loans that are being processed by Sr. Payroll Specialist. (for auditing purposes)
• Weekly reviewing payrolls and signing off on them. (for auditing purposes.)
• Assist in training new employees on payroll tax processes and system functions, when applicable.
• Work directly with Payroll Manager on payroll processes performance, needs, challenges, and accomplishments.
• Cross trained and has the ability to perform hourly/salary payroll processing and all related activities.
• Reconcile payroll disbursements including tax deposits, positive pay/direct deposit payments and voluntary deductions.
• Teamwork; working together to provide the highest level of customer support.
• Other duties as assigned.
Manage and maintain:
• The acquisition and on-time delivery of high-quality direct production materials
• Indirect material contracts, building services and assist with capital projects
• Engineering change order (ECO) tracking and implementation
• Supplier quality issues and assist in the creation of quarterly supplier scorecards
Assist/Support the WernerCo Strategic Procurement Group in the management of:
• Cost reductions and alternative materials and/or processes
• Annual supplier agreements and maintain supplier contract directory
• New product development (NPD)
• Environmental compliance and country of origin identification
Analytical report creation/management to include, but not limited to:
• Annual spend and raw material KPI tracking
• Purchase price variance, cost analysis and supplier price catalog
• Supplier payment term rationalization
• Commodity and scrap metal tracking
• Complete the pre-shift inspection for forklift, including battery maintenance as necessary
• Operate forklift and reach truck equipment to maneuver products within the warehouse in a safe manner
• Move products by loading/unloading shipments to carriers’ vehicles and store them in appropriate storage areas
• Safely operate and maintain material moving equipment such as reach trucks, motorized pallet jacks and forklifts to process orders
• Perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as needed; repair pallets when necessary; maintain the facility to provide a clean, safe work environment
• Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage and document damages
• Efficiently move product from staging and/or unloading areas into the correct load door and trailer
• Ensure that the trailer is secured and chocked prior to entering the trailer in accordance to the safety polices
• Unload and process inbound paperwork as required by company procedures
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area
• Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse
• Conduct operations in a manner which promotes safety
• Other duties as assigned
Manage operations for the department, execute department goals and achieve desired results. Lead and empower team to improve the following core metrics with a sense of urgency and ownership using data driven methods based on lean
Manufacturing philosophy.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Job Functions):
- Develops, implements, and monitors department budgets; manages expenses within approved budget constraints
- Design, develop, and implement processes that increase throughput, reduce cost, and/or improve quality for all manufacturing.
- Maintains knowledge of department manufacturing capacity and develops solutions for efficient utilization. Schedule Management: Schedule and allocate plant resources to complete production requirements as planned and scheduled.
- Ensures all safety rules and government regulations are followed; including but not limited to development of and training on safety processes. Personally investigates or oversees the investigation of accidents in a timely, accurate, and complete manner.
- Ensures that employees have the required safety training and are consistently working in a safe manner; coordinates, develops and implements safety processes to reduce accidents and injuries. Drive safety improvements through rigorous STOP audits and follow-up.
- Drives lean culture in manufacturing using principles of Lean manufacturing (TPS, WCM OR 6 sigma). Works to achieve visual factory with visible flow and effective communication.
- Ensures approved manufacturing best practices, work instructions, control plans and methodologies are being followed.
- Provides leadership cultivating an employee environment of trust, teamwork, accountability, self-confidence, problem solving and business ownership.
- Reviews, analyzes, modifies, and implements effective and efficient manufacturing processes, policies, and procedures.
- Plans, organizes, and directs production activities to meet or exceed established production schedules and goals in a cost-effective manner and interfaces with others department managers to control operating costs.
- Leads root cause analysis efforts to address challenges including product quality, equipment downtime and gaps to goals.
- Interfaces with Quality personnel to ensure Built in quality process is attained and develop new and better-quality methods. Coordinates with managers and supervisors to establish production and quality control standards.
- Communications: Support development and delivery of division communication plans. Ensure key metrics and progress is regularly communicated using visual techniques. Maintain strong relationships with marketing and engineering.
- Benchmark: Visit other Werner Co. facilities and other companies and benchmark against the best.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Job Functions):
• Ensure that all safety rules and safety equipment are known and observed within the team.
• Ensure that work areas are maintained in a clean, neat and orderly manner.
• Ensure that quality standards are maintained. Manage performance of team members.
• Coordinate effective training of team members. Coordinate team efforts with those of other teams to ensure effective plant operation.
• Measure progress toward meeting team goals (continuously improve all areas of team performance).
• Schedule/coordinate team resources (manpower, machinery, etc.)
• Maintain appropriate levels of supplies (direct and indirect).
• Coordinate efforts to maintain team facilities and equipment.
• Oversee timely and accurate computer transactions.
• Develop and maintain staffing and succession plans.
• Establish and perform to team budget.
• Contribute to division capital project and strategic plans.
• Develop and complete a team operational plan.
• Demonstrate mastery of technical skills in area of responsibility.
• Deliver key metrics as defined for each period.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Job Functions):
- Participate in the full Data Analytics and Reporting solution lifecycle including planning, analysis, implementation, testing, deployment, maintenance, and support.
- Monitor system performance, diagnose, and troubleshoot issues, and make necessary changes to ensure data quality and integrity and optimize system performance.
- Analyze and model the business needs to create a complete picture of data, workflows, and technical requirements.
- Complete support-related tasks, including but not limited to processing, cleaning, and integrating large data sets from various sources to ensure that the data is accurate, complete, and consistent.
- Design and develop interactive dashboards and reports using Power BI to present complex data in a clear manner.
- Assist Senior Data Engineer and integrations team in translating business scenarios into data engineering and analytics solutions, and design, build, and maintain data pipelines and ETL processes.
- Coordinate release documentation and communication, including training and customer service management.
- Represent the BI team in executing test plans, ensuring quality delivery, and partnering with testing teams to confirm that the implementation aligns with the business needs.
- Support Global Operations in North America, Australia, and the UK. Occasional off hours support is required.
- Other duties as assigned.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Job Functions):
- Collaborate with business analysts, end-users and third parties (including managed service providers, suppliers and customers) to gather and understand EDI requirements
- Coordinate, track, and prioritize EDI mapping, translation changes as well as implementations with our third party provider
- Communicate timelines, status updates, issues and resolutions with relevant stakeholders
- Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software issues promptly, including service desk issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams as needed
- Track and monitor EDI errors so that opportunities for reduction can be identified
- Collaborate with business users to identify opportunities for further automation or error reduction
- Create and maintain documentation, for user facing and internal IT use
- Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to coding standards
- Participate in Sprint Planning and Agile methodology work planning
- Provide technical support and training to end-users as needed
- Develop functions or enhancements in other toolsets adjacent to EDI as needed
- Support Global Operations in North America, Australia, and the UK. Occasional off hours support is required.
- Other duties as assigned
Strategic Process Improvement:
- Identify and prioritize strategic opportunities for improvement in existing processes, focusing on substantial impact areas.
- Develop and execute comprehensive plans to drive efficiency, reduce waste, and elevate overall operational performance.
Leadership and Collaboration:
- Provide visionary leadership to cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture.
- Effectively coordinate meetings, delegate tasks, and communicate progress to the manager's team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Advanced Data Analysis:
- Utilize advanced data analysis techniques to uncover intricate trends and patterns, providing nuanced insights for continuous improvement.
- Create sophisticated reports that convey findings and actionable recommendations to the team.
Cultural Transformation and Innovation:
- Lead by example to instill a culture of continuous improvement, promoting the use of data-driven decision-making and encouraging innovation.
- Introduce and champion innovative concepts and approaches to further optimize operational processes.
Training and Workshops:
- Conduct impactful workshops to engage personnel at all levels in problem-solving and idea generation.
- Provide comprehensive training sessions to ensure all employees are well-informed about process changes.
Project Portfolio Management:
- Oversee and manage a portfolio of improvement projects, ensuring they align with the organization's strategic objectives.
- Maintain a comprehensive tracker of all improvement projects and their status, tracking their impact on key performance indicators.
ISO9001:2015 Internal Auditor:
- Play a lead role as an internal auditor for ISO9001:2015, ensuring compliance and contributing to continuous improvement in quality management systems.
- Ensure that all safety rules and safety equipment are known and observed within
the team.
- Ensure that work areas are maintained in a clean, neat and orderly manner.
- Ensure that quality standards are maintained. Manage performance of team
members.
- Coordinate effective training of team members. Coordinate team efforts with
those of other teams to ensure effective plant operation.
- Measure progress toward meeting team goals (continuously improve all areas of
team performance).
- Schedule/coordinate team resources (manpower, machinery, etc.)
- Maintain appropriate levels of supplies (direct and indirect).
- Coordinate efforts to maintain team facilities and equipment.
- Oversee timely and accurate computer transactions.
- Develop and maintain staffing and succession plans.
- Establish and perform to team budget.
- Contribute to division capital project and strategic plans.
- Develop and complete a team operational plan.
- Demonstrate mastery of technical skills in area of responsibility.
- Deliver key metrics as defined for each period.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring they comply with accounting standards and regulations
• Lead the preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports, including government filings
• Lead external global and statutory audit engagements
• Enhance and maintain internal controls to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement changes to enhance financial reporting quality and efficiency
• Research and document accounting issues
• Update, develop and maintain a well-documented system of accounting policies and working procedures
• Review account reconciliations of geographic segment and assigned corporate accounts
• Prepare and approve general ledger journal entries
• Consult with other geographical teams and management
• Oversee intercompany transaction processes, including intercompany debt and interest
• Review financial data to ensure fairness and completeness.
• Support income tax processes
• Manage direct reports and broader indirect teams
• Lead special projects in partnership with tax, treasury and core finance/business teams
• Other tasks as required
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring they comply with accounting standards and regulations
• Lead the preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports, including government filings
• Lead external global and statutory audit engagements
• Enhance and maintain internal controls to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement changes to enhance financial reporting quality and efficiency
• Research and document accounting issues
• Update, develop and maintain a well-documented system of accounting policies and working procedures
• Review account reconciliations of geographic segment and assigned corporate accounts
• Prepare and approve general ledger journal entries
• Consult with other geographical teams and management
• Oversee intercompany transaction processes, including intercompany debt and interest
• Review financial data to ensure fairness and completeness.
• Support income tax processes
• Manage direct reports and broader indirect teams
• Lead special projects in partnership with tax, treasury and core finance/business teams
• Other tasks as required