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Maintenance Intern – Travel available

Internship Dates: 6/17/24 – 8/30/24 (flexible)
Deadline to apply is 3/10/24. Apply online at www.resers.com/careers
Dates/Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Internship Program Goals
Provide a rewarding experience for students who are preparing for real careers outside of high school or college. The goal is to provide a real-world, thought-provoking internship to experience things first-hand.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
1. Collect data on new assets enterprise-wide.
2. Verify plant asset lists and validate data in the enterprise CMMS.
3. Manipulate databases to ensure security and validity.
4. Create standard work for routing CMMS activities.
5. Update I/O drawings and tags.
6. Travel may be necessary to remote facilities.

Job Skills
1. Intermediate to advanced Excel skills required.
2. General process flow understanding.
3. Ability to read prints preferred.
4. Basic math and technical writing skills preferred.

Working Conditions
1. Refrigerated food manufacturing plant.
2. The environment may be wet or dry and temperatures may range from 25°F to 110°F.
3. Lifting, kneeling, and bending with packages in excess of 50 lbs.
4. Production demands may require evening or weekend scheduling.

Benefits and Culture

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future. Reser’s offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever changing needs of our employees. Full-time employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life, 401(k) with discretionary match, wellness programs, paid time off, company paid holidays and a variety of voluntary benefit options.

We strive to be your Employer of Choice. As one of our five cornerstones, this means that we go all-out to create an environment that shows we are committed to investing in employee growth and creating a culture of belonging where employees want to build a lasting career.

Visit our website to learn more about our competitive benefit programs – https://www.resers.com/careers/#benefits

Quality Assurance Intern

Internship Dates: 6/17/24 – 8/30/24 (flexible)
Dates/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Deadline to apply is 3/10/24. Apply online at www.resers.com/careers

Internship Program Goals
Provide a rewarding experience for students who are preparing for real careers outside of high school or college. The goal is to provide a real-world, thought-provoking internship to experience things first-hand.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
1. Adherence and monitor Quality and Food Safety programs.
2. Assist with pre-operations inspections of production plant equipment.
3. Assist with quality related projects.

Job Skills
1. Basic knowledge of GMP’s, Food Safety and Safety requirements preferred.
2. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
3. HACCP training preferred.
4. Basic math and technical writing skills preferred.
5. Requires ability to read, write and speak English.

Working Conditions
1. Refrigerated food manufacturing plant.
2. The environment may be wet or dry and temperatures may range from 25°F to 110°F.
3. Lifting, kneeling, and bending with packages in excess of 50 lbs.
4. Production demands may require evening or weekend scheduling.

Benefits and Culture
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future. Reser’s offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever changing needs of our employees. Full-time employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life, 401(k) with discretionary match, wellness programs, paid time off, company paid holidays and a variety of voluntary benefit options.

We strive to be your Employer of Choice. As one of our five cornerstones, this means that we go all-out to create an environment that shows we are committed to investing in employee growth and creating a culture of belonging where employees want to build a lasting career.

Visit our website to learn more about our competitive benefit programs – https://www.resers.com/careers/#benefits

Apply online at https://www.resers.com/careers/

Continuous Improvement Intern

Internship Dates: 6/17/24 – 8/30/24 (flexible)
Deadline to apply is 3/10/24

Internship Program Goals
Provide a rewarding experience for students who are preparing for real careers outside of high school or college. The goal is to provide a real-world, thought-provoking internship to experience things first-hand.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
1. Collect and analyze data related to operational processes, performance metrics, and key performance indicators (KPI’s)
2. Assist in conducting root cause analyses to determine the underlying causes of problems.
3. Assist in managing CI projects, including planning, monitoring progress, and timely completion.
4. Document Standard Operating Procedure (SOP’s), process changes, and improvement recommendations.

Job Skills
• Competence in collecting, organizing, and managing data related to operational processes and performance metrics.
• Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies and principles for improvement.
• Ability to think critically and evaluate situations objectively to make informed decisions.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address changes, conduct root causes analyses, and implement effective solutions.
• Intermediate level Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) experience.

Working Conditions
1. Refrigerated food manufacturing plant.
2. The environment may be wet or dry and temperatures may range from 25°F to 110°F.
3. Lifting, kneeling, and bending with packages in excess of 50 lbs.
4. Production demands may require evening or weekend scheduling.

Benefits and Culture
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to help employees live a healthier life, build rewarding careers and save for the future. Reser’s offers choices whenever possible, because we recognize the diverse and ever changing needs of our employees. Full-time employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, AD&D, life, 401(k) with discretionary match, wellness programs, paid time off, company paid holidays and a variety of voluntary benefit options.

We strive to be your Employer of Choice. As one of our five cornerstones, this means that we go all-out to create an environment that shows we are committed to investing in employee growth and creating a culture of belonging where employees want to build a lasting career.

Visit our website to learn more about our competitive benefit programs – https://www.resers.com/careers/#benefits

Deadline to apply is 3/10/24. To apply online go to https://www.resers.com/careers/

Reser’s Fine Foods
3728 SE 6th St
Topeka, Kansas 66607
United States

Routing Coordinator

Job Summary:

Adhering to strict policies, procedures, laws and regulations, the Routing Coordinator oversees a system of safe and efficient route planning and scheduling for detainee transports.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Ensures efficiency of time and STS vehicles.

2. Establishes optimal trip routes, schedules and assigns to the Transport Agents.

3. Monitors road conditions, construction schedules, weather and adjusts routes accordingly.

4. Inspects routing methods and practices for quality control, efficiencies, and optimization.

5. Receive customer orders and enter information into order management system.

6. Ensure the customer order is correct and the necessary documentation to execute the order has been received and has been reviewed for a safe transport.

7. Maintains consistent communication with customers for scheduling, quality follow up and ensuring they are kept in the loop.

8. Makes arrangements for detainee housing during transport and ensures compliance with jail rules.

9. Monitors and ensures accuracy of system data and runs regular and special reports.

10. Provides feedback on Transport Agent performance.

11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent certification required. Associate or bachelor’s degree in a job-related major preferred.

2. Experience in transportation routing or dispatching is preferred.

3. Working in a corrections or law enforcement field is preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

2. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

3. Strong ability to creatively problem solve and the ability to discern routing problems before they occur, and provide solutions.

4. Ability to adapt to changing customer requests and unexpected field issues.

5. Strong understanding of geography.

6. Ability to work independently and in an ever-changing environment.

7. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related programs.

Submit A Resume to Administration@sts1995.com for the Job Title you are applying for.

Apply by 02/19/2025.

Security Transport Services Inc
1643 SW 41st St
Topeka, Kansas 66609
United States

Transportation Agent

Job Summary:

This position serves as a member of a Transportation Team that executes state and local government transportation contracts. The Transportation Agent is responsible for safely and securely transporting detainees between destinations and ensuring that the vehicles used for transportation are safe and properly maintained. The Transportation Agent ensures that all STS standards and procedures are followed, and metrics are met or exceeded while transporting detainees.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Performs vehicle inspections, completes required paperwork to report any damage or defects, and suggests solutions as necessary.

2. Verifies that vehicles have the necessary equipment, and the equipment is in working order before starting a trip. Notifies management if there are any problems before the trip begins.

3. Safely operates vehicles and ensures all safety and legal measures are followed at all times while transporting detainees. This includes all federal, state, municipal and organizational laws, regulations, policies and procedures.

4. Properly logs and tracks movement on logging devices.

5. Reviews all necessary detainee paperwork and reports inaccuracies in a timely manner.

6. Conducts pat-down and strip searches of detainees and ensures that detainees are properly secured prior to leaving a facility and while in a vehicle.

7. Communicates with correctional facilities, jails, and other law enforcement agencies where detainees are being housed to give instructions for their departure and approximate time of arrival.

8. During necessary stops, inspects restrooms or other areas where a detainee may be waiting or housed for possible escape routes.

9. Ensures that all reports are turned into management according to described policies and procedures.

10. Assists team leader and management when unique or unexpected problems arise while transporting detainees. Helps to develop effective and efficient solutions.

11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent certification is required.

2. Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.

3. A current driver’s license with no record of preventable accidents, suspensions for driving convictions, Driving While Intoxicated, Driving Under the Influence, or

more than two (2) moving violations in any type of vehicle for the past three (3) years is required.

4. Pass a company and Department of Transportation required drug and alcohol test as well as a medical certification.

5. Ability to pass a company and federal client background investigation.

6. Ability to own and carry a firearm.

7. Ability and willingness to regularly work an extended time away from home with overnight stays up to one to two weeks at a time.

8. Two (2) years of driving experience in a transportation capacity is preferred.

9. Completion of an approved training program resulting in a certification of satisfactory completion in Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military is preferred.

10. Three (3) years of Corrections, Law Enforcement, or Military experience is preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

1. Demonstrated leadership and problem solving experience.

2. Ability to handle physical and mental stress associated with working extended hours.

3. Ability to work with computers and the job-related software.

Apply by 02/19/2025.

Submit a Resume to Administration@sts1995.com for Transport Agent/Extradition Officer.

Security Transport Services Inc
1643 SW 41st St
Topeka, Kansas 66609
United States

Maintenance Technician

Bimbo Bakeries USA (BBU) is a leader in the baking industry, known for its category leading brands, innovative products, freshness and quality. Our team of 20,000 U.S. associates operates more than 50 manufacturing locations in the United States. Over 11,000 distribution routes deliver our leading brands such as Arnold®, Artesano®, Ball Park®, Bimbo®, Boboli®, Brownberry®, Entenmann’s®, eureka!®, Little Bites®, Marinela®, Oroweat®, Sara Lee®, Stroehmann®, and Thomas’®. BBU is owned by Mexico’s Grupo Bimbo, S.A.B de C.V., the world’s largest baking company with operations in 32 countries.
Position Summary:
Position is responsible for ensuring equipment integrity and timely repair.

Key Job Responsibilities:
• Support the Preventative Maintenance (PM) program with a goal of continually reducing unscheduled downtime.
• Analyze problems and interpret technical information necessary to make required repairs (troubleshooting of equipment issues).
• Perform mechanical, electrical maintenance and repairs on production machinery and facility support equipment.
• Inspect, operate and test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunction and validate work performed.
• Ensure safety by following all company policies including safety rules, procedures and Lock-out / Tag-out procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), personal safety standards, food safety standards as well as OSHA standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment as well as plant electrical/mechanical systems and develop sustainable solutions accordingly.
• Complete all assigned work orders within the time allotted. Maintain complete records of work performed using software, work orders, detailed logs and have good communication skills across all groups/departments.
• Assist with equipment change overs and line startups, troubleshooting issues as needed.
• Identify required parts, maintain current inventories and parts reorder lists.
• Assure that all products are manufactured to the highest standard of quality.
• Participates in Continuous Improvement, also provides suggestions to improve processes and participates on team projects.
• Continue to grow maintenance and leadership skillsets through assigned training.

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Key Behavioral Competencies:
• Able to learn basic computer skills to process work orders.
• Able to maintain, troubleshoot and install bearings, seals and gaskets, compressed air systems and basic plumbing/piping, align gearboxes, sprocket/chains, belts, clutches, bearings and brakes, conveyors and belting.
• Able to use all power tools, hand tools, drill presses, shop tools, etc.
• Able to identify and use basic measuring tools for mechanical repair (Ex:Calipers, Micrometers)
• Able to identify and correctly disposition chemicals and lubricants in mechanical PM and repair.
• Able to read and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals, procedure manuals and instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Able to work from drawings, schematics, sketches and through verbal communication.
• Able to work independently as well as in a team environment on assigned projects/ tasks and report to supervision the status of each as needed.
• Must be able to work shift schedules plus overtime as dictated by the needs of the business, including weekends and holidays.
• Able to demonstrate practical problem-solving skills
• Able to collaborate with team members
• Able to develop Maintenance skills through assigned training.
• Able to learn and apply the principles of the BBU Maintenance and Manufacturing Standards, including lean tools, concept of continuous improvement, Reliability, process capability and operational discipline.

Education and Work History:
• HS Diploma/GED preferred.

Physical Requirements
The physical demands 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.
• Ability to lift 50-80 lbs. Performs highly repetitive motions, stand for eight plus hours, talk, and hear.
• Ability to Climb ladders, stairways, use a manlift/scissorlift at ceiling heights or above with proper safety equipment and work in non-air conditioned environment.
• While performing job duties, the associate will frequently walk, use hands to feel or handle, and to reach with hands and arms. Frequent exposure to oils and greases or coolants.
• While performing job duties, the associate will occasionally sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl and smell. Occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions; extreme heat; and vibration.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Schedule:
4-10hr days

Compensation:
$24.93/hr

Apply online at:

https://careers.bimbobakeriesusa.com/careers

Apply by 03/31/2024. Ramsey Skill Test Required to interview.

Bimbo Bakeries
5005 SW Wenger St
Topeka, KS 66609
United States

Administrative Assistant – Full-Time M-F 8am-5pm

Primary Accountability (Job Purpose):
The Administrative Assistant is responsible for answering phone calls, greeting customers, preparing all forms of communication, managing accounts, and other general administrative duties.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Answers and directs phone calls.
• Greets customers, vendors, and others who call on the company, and refers same to appropriate personnel.
• Provides general support to all departments
• Enters A/P Data and assists in setting up invoices for payment, ascertaining that all merchandise is received correctly, and pricing is correct against purchase orders and dating terms.
• Verifies vendor statements to make certain accounts are not past due.
• Maintains orderly and complete electronic and hardcopy filing system.
• Assists in balancing petty cash expenditures.
• Performs, as needed, a variety of general office and clerical duties: faxing, scanning, copying, matching order file copies, preparing invoices, stuffing and mailing envelopes, etc.
• Assists with maintaining and purchases of office supplies.
• Assists with new customer credit applications and processing.
• Assists in preparation of invoices and monthly statements to customers.
• Assists in preparation of A/R deposits to bank; balancing of daily receivables.
• Assists in keeping complete and systematic records of business transactions.
• Attends company and department meetings as requested.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED required. Associate degree in a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of administrative or related experience. Three (3) years related experience preferred.
• Computer experience including Microsoft Office Software. Excellent computer skills, especially typing.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and strong mathematical skills.
• Detail oriented with a high degree of accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ability to multi-task, problem-solve, and work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to demonstrate strong planning and organizing skills.
• Ability to demonstrate a personality which is pleasant, cooperative and mature.
• Ability to effectively communicate, present information and respond to questions, both in a written and verbal manner.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings.
• Self-motivated and interested in working with other people, as well as maintaining a good team attitude.

Compensation
$18-$20/hr., based on experience.

SALISBURY SUPPLY CO INC
114 SE Quincy Street
TOPEKA, KANSAS 66601
United States

Send resume and list of references to sheri@salisburyco.com or apply on Indeed.com

No phone calls please.

Welder/Machinest

Help Wanted • Full or Part Time

Must:
Be able to follow directions
Read a tape measure
Have mechanical abilities
Be willing to learn new skills
Helpful Skills:
Welding (Stick, Tig, Mig)
Machining (Lathe, Mill)
Fabrication (Shear, Brake, Punch Press, Drill Press, Bandsaw)

MetalCrafters Fabrication & Repair
15721 S. Topeka Ave.
Scranton, Ks. 66537
Southwest corner of the junction of HWY 56 and 75

Compensation depends on skill level of applicant.

Apply in person, Text, or Call Dave at;
785-691-5447

Utilities Tradesman/Lawrence, KS

Definition and Examples of Work

Installs and repairs wiring, lighting systems, power equipment, electrical devices, heating equipment and air conditioning.
Installs and repairs plumbing and wastewater treatment equipment.
Inspects and repairs mechanical and electrical equipment.
Installs fiber conduit, blown fiber systems, and pipefitting.
Tests water and maintains sewer treatment ponds.
Locates fiber and other utilities.
Welds and fuses pipes.
Aspirates and repairs boilers and pumps.
Estimates time and materials for projects.
Occasional work with carpentry, concrete and dirt projects.
Additional duties may be assigned as business needs require.

Latitude and Impact of Position
This position works independently on approved tasks and as part of a team. Engages in problem solving independently and as a team, requiring extensive technical knowledge. Negotiation and persuasion is used with internal/external customers and/or vendors on an occasional basis. Decision making is typically done in conjunction with others and purchasing decisions are deferred to a supervisor. Successful completion of job tasks impacts operating costs through efficient utilization of labor, material and equipment, external relationships, customer satisfaction, and external company liability.

Work Environment
The work environment described here is representative of the general work environment for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work is primarily performed outdoors in all weather elements or in a warehouse/production environment, although occasional time is spent in the office.
Must work in all weather elements and will be frequently exposed to heat, cold, high humidity, and dust.
Noise levels are generally moderate to loud.
Exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and chemicals occurs on a regular basis.
Personal protective equipment may be required on a continuous basis.
Work will frequently be performed in confined, enclosed spaces, underground, or in elevated places accessed by ladders or lifts.
Frequent exposure to roadside traffic, high voltage elements, and sewer ponds.

QUALIFICATION

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of standard practices, methods, tools, and materials of electrical, mechanical and plumbing trades.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
Ability to work from drawings and specifications and to read sketches and blueprints.
Ability to understand verbal and written instructions.
Clear in communication with others to provide input and gather information.
Fiber and other utility location.
Ability to make simple estimates for time and materials required on projects.
Ability to use HVAC tools, hand tools, power tools, plumbing and sewer machines, fiber machines.
Operate tandem axle truck and dump truck.
Use of computer and electronic devices and other office equipment.
Ability to read refrigerant, water, pressures and gas and other gauges.
Ability to use various jobsite equipment including: digging equipment, excavators, trenchers, rock saw, vactron, skid steer, bucket truck and lifts, loader, fiber blowing machine, air compressor, etc.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

Required Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED.
Minimum 3 years of experience in electrical, mechanical or plumbing work.
Experience with adjusting defects in systems and equipment.
Experience with fiber location and installation.
Universal refrigerant.
Pump and boiler repair.
Underground storage tanks.
Fuel pump repair.
Ditch and rescue work.
Certification, License, Registration (may be required after training provide by the KTA)

CDL
First aid / CPR
Backflow certified, preferred
KDHE wastewater operator license, preferred
Pipe fusing certified, preferred
Universal EPA certificate, preferred
Confined space certification, preferred
Must obtain required CEUs annually to maintain certifications.
Defensive driving.

Physical requirements
The physical demands 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.

Employees regularly walk, at times on uneven terrain; bend, twist, turn, kneel, squat, reach overhead, and climb stairs or ladders (continuous).
Must be able to verbally communicate with others and hear noises and voices, while distinguishing sound tones (frequent).
Uses hands to touch, handle or feel while gripping, grasping, pinching or squeezing and using vibratory tools on a frequent basis.
Frequently uses sense of smell to define work problems.
Regularly carries, lifts, pushes or pulls up to 50 pounds (continuous), frequently carries, lifts, pushes or pulls to 75 pounds, and occasionally carries, lifts, pushes or pulls up to 100 pounds.
Regularly uses vision up close and for distance sight, must be able to distinguish between colors and shapes, and use peripheral vision and depth perception, while adjust focus (continuous)

Other Requirements
On call 24/7/365.
On call for snow/ice removal.
Frequent daily travel along the turnpike.
Occasional overtime.

Compensation:
$27.55/hr. to $32.00/hr., DOQ

Apply by 02/29/2024

Apply online at https://www.ksturnpike.com/careers

Structural Welder

Welds by the electric arc method using stick, gas or flux-shielded wire, semi-automatic, automatic, button or stud welding equipment on carbon, alloy or stainless steel plate, sheet, shapes, castings or other parts included in fabricated steel work. Interprets drawings with some assistance from supervisor. Interprets welding symbols, selects the correct welding electrode and adjusts the welding machine to make the welds specified. May operate arc air gouging equipment. Must produce welds which are acceptable in strength and appearance in flat, horizontal and vertical positions using stick or gas-shielded wire welding procedures. Should be able to judge proper setup for welding with some assistance from Foreman.

Compensation:
Starting at $20/hr with full benefits package include 9 paid holidays, 401k, and PTO.

Apply online at babcock.com in the careers tab, in person, or by scheduling a weld test by calling 620-431-3100.

https://bwcareers.taleo.net/careersection/bw_external/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en&portal=8100016112

B & W Chanute
1700 S Washington Ave
Chanute, KS 66720
United States