Jobs in Maine
Jobs in Maine
Opportunities In A Culture of Collaboration
We are a team that supports each other, collaborates on projects, celebrates success, and works hard. Many staff in leadership positions began their work on the factory floor! Whether your goal is to become an engineer, quality specialist, or executive, there is an upward path.
Beyond its numerous opportunities for growth, Somic offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit package including a 401k matching plan, paid time off, paid holidays, full insurance coverage, incentive bonuses, and more!
Sales Program Manager (Chassis/Motion Control)
SUMMARY
We are looking for a qualified Sales Program Manager. This position is primarily responsible for developing and managing program activities, including master schedules, milestones, and KPI management, both internally and per customer requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Major Model APQP Management / Changepoint APQP Management
· Participation and approval of corporate level Feasibility studies/iPCR approval
· Lead manufacturing team program management activities from new business – Major Model or iPCR Issuance – Change Point material localization/sourcing changes and new equipment management
· Develop and manage SAI program master schedules retaining release history for program change points
· Manage program milestone/document retention from Gate 1 to Gate 7 of SAI’s APQP process
· Develop and manages trial event requirements. (Material requirement, KPI targets, Trial check sheet)
Customer Program Management
· Customer survey responses (Ex. TMNA G-SPIMs SPPM, SIA Tooling Confirmation / Readiness)
· Customer production readiness confirmation (OT – SOP production, operation, quality readiness)
· Trial Status confirmation (OT Eval, OTOP Eval, OTOP LVPT, OTOP HVPT, Line fill / Ramp up)
· Customer information sharing / Initial program kickoff meeting
Program-related Documentation and Retention
· Feasibility studies / iPCR approval
· New business notification
· Master schedule / Milestone revision history
· Trial event checklist and status sheet
· DFMEA, PFMEA, MQC, OT & OTOP evaluation report, PVTS, SDS, CPK Analysis
· Meeting minutes (Milestone meeting, Tooling plan, Manufacturing plan, Gauge plan, Capacity plan)
QUALIFICATION
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability:
· Effectively interact with customers, upper-level management, and other affiliated locations
· Uphold and participate in formulating and administering company policies and the development of long-range company goals and objectives
· Communicate effectively to ensure team members are adequately informed
· Promote and engage in employee involvement, team building, and continuous improvement
· Foster a positive attitude towards company goals and actively coach and support team members while encouraging professional development, growth, and continuous improvement
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
· Bachelor’s degree (B.S.), ten years related experience, or combination of education/related experience and/or training
· Excellent communication skills
· Build teamwork and cooperation among departments and team members
· Ability to take a leadership role within the company
· Must Possess a strong work ethic
· Capable of multitasking
· Innovative self-starter who can work well under pressure
· Negotiation skills required and the
· Ability to drive transition and change
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
· Periodic travel between Somic America manufacturing and customer locations for development and cross-functional activities
· Occasionally, domestic and foreign travel to customers, suppliers, parent company, or affiliates as required for meetings, development, and training activities
· Must maintain passport eligibility to facilitate foreign travel as needed
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 3% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Travel reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Relocate:
- Brewer, ME 04412: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
https://www.indeed.com/job/sales-program-manager-chassismotion-control-2531d2a2e17989f2
General Manager of Quality Assurance
This position of General Manager of Quality Assurance will be a dynamic and experienced individual. In this role, you will be responsible for leading our quality assurance efforts across multiple plants. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality and compliance with regulatory requirements. This position requires a minimum of 15 years of experience in the field of quality assurance, with a proven track record of success in managing quality programs in a manufacturing environment.
SUMMARY
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
· Develop and implement comprehensive quality assurance policies and procedures across all plants to ensure compliance with AIAG and ISO industry standards and regulations.
· Provide leadership and guidance to plant quality teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
· Conduct regular audits and inspections of plant operations to identify areas for improvement and ensure adherence to quality standards.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering, and supply chain, to address quality issues and drive process improvements.
· Manage the resolution of customer complaints and quality-related issues, ensuring timely and effective responses.
· Lead the development and implementation of training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of plant personnel in quality assurance practices.
· Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track quality performance across plants and drive corrective actions as needed.
· Stay abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in quality assurance, and proactively recommend initiatives to enhance our quality management systems.
· Support new product launches and process improvements by providing quality assurance expertise and guidance.
· Act as a liaison between corporate headquarters and plant operations, providing regular updates on quality performance and initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Flexibility and willingness to travel frequently, both domestically and internationally is a must.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, quality management, or a related field or 15 years related experience; advanced degree preferred.
· Minimum of 15 years of experience in quality assurance, with at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
· Strong understanding of quality management principles, regulatory requirements, and industry standards (e.g., ISO and IATF).
· Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively influence and motivate teams across multiple locations.
· Proven track record of driving continuous improvement initiatives and achieving measurable results in quality performance.
· Willingness to travel extensively to support multiple plants and engage with plant personnel, customers, and suppliers.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data sets and drive data-driven decision-making.
· Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
· Commitment to ongoing professional development and willingness to expand knowledge in the field of AIAG quality assurance.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret operational financial reports, and other documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or requests from all departments regarding operational business. Ability to deliver trainings and speeches whenever necessary. Ability to effectively present information to all departments including top management.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
AUTHORITY LEVEL:
The employee has authority in the following areas: purchasing up to $5,000.00; shutdown of any equipment for safety and reliability issues.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear and to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms and to stand, walk, and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
- Brewer, ME 04412: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
https://www.indeed.com/job/general-manager-quality-assurance-52fcdb5f8ea42534
Quality Manager
Department: Quality
Reports To: Plant Manager
SUMMARY:
Develops, implements, and coordinates quality management system which complies with SAI’s current Quality Standard certification, to prevent or eliminate defects in new or existing products by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate employees. Satisfy SAI’s Quality goals and objectives in completion of activities or duties (reference SAI Quality Manual and Quality Policy)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Analyzes, evaluates and presents information concerning factors such as business situations, production capabilities, manufacturing problems, and design and development of new products for consideration by other members of the management team. Ensures compliance to customer requirements, monitors customer scorecards and customer portals. Proposes quality objectives/goals/targets to the management team at the start of each fiscal year. Suggests and debates alternative methods and procedures in solving problems and meeting changing market opportunities. Cooperates with other management personnel in formulating company policies, operating procedures and goals. Develops Quality program to delineate areas of responsibility, personnel requirements and operational procedures within the program. Evaluates contents of reports from Quality department and confers with management personnel preparatory to formulating fiscal budget for Quality department. Conducts management meetings with Quality department to establish, delineate and review program organizational policies, to coordinate functions and operations between departments, and to establish responsibilities and procedures for attaining objectives. Reviews technical problems and procedures of departments and recommends solutions to problems or changes in procedures. Issues Corrective/Preventive Action Requests and guides teams to solve problems with manufacturing. Verifies and approves Corrective/Preventive Actions taken. Visits and confers with representatives of material and component vendors to obtain information related to supply quality, capacity of vendor to meet orders and vendor quality standards. Reviews technical and quality publications, articles and abstracts to stay abreast of technical and quality developments in industry. Supports Purchasing and APQP Coordinator as necessary, including PPAP approval, and new product development. Maintain and provide a safe work area and work in a safe manner. Submit suggestions for improvements.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Directly supervises four to nine employees in the Quality Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree (B. S.) from four-year college or university; and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
AUTHORITY LEVEL The employee has authority in the following areas: purchasing up to $500.00; shutdown of any equipment for safety and reliability issues; and evacuate plant in emergency situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
REQUIRED TRAINING Within the first 3 years of job, training in Gage Use, SPC, Receiving Inspection and Final Inspection along with courses in Supervisory Skills and People Skills must be completed.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Relocate:
- Brewer, ME 04412: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
https://www.indeed.com/job/quality-manager-de22b71df1af9f6c
Production Control Assistant
SUMMARY
Responsible for the safe handling of incoming and outgoing material. Support the leadership of the personnel assigned to the shipping and receiving dock, which includes training, direction of task, safety, and kaizen opportunities. Works close with the PC support team, production, quality, and engineering support staff. Needs to understand all facets of the shipping and receiving for accurate and timely customer shipments. Ability to train others to support all activities within the PC area.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Ability to stage and verify customer shipments
Print all customer orders and labels
Load and unload incoming and outgoing material
Notifies Production Supervisor and Quality of any suspect material and helps to contain material line side.
Provide support to the production control team.
Perform proper containment of non-conforming material.
Train personnel to stage and verify outgoing shipping orders
Responsible for reporting customer shipping paperwork to PC Analyst
Assure the condition of all fork trucks is safe for use
Assist in forklift, crane, and scales training
Complete knowledge of AIM for shipping and receiving needs, along with the ability to train others
Understanding of AIM Mobility and the use of scanners and tablets
Support 5’s in the facility.
Support staging and verification activities as needed
Escalate all behind conditions or manufacturing problems to the proper support staff
Ability to unload steel coil using the crane from incoming delivery truck
Perform fork truck training hands on to new fork truck applicants
Participate and lead team members during planned material inventories (semi or annual events)
Schedule Kan Ban activities for all work centers
Set up daily material orders for production coming from and going to Lynch Warehouse
Receive incoming material
Ship outgoing material
Perform AIM Transactions to support material inventory control
Perform cycle count activities
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Supports PC Team Leader and Management. Ensure the success of all Team members by supporting and monitoring for standardized work.
Responsibilities include training employees; and in conjunction with the Shipping Team Leader, planning, assigning, and
directing work; evaluating performance; rewarding and counseling employees; addressing complaints and resolving
problems.
Job Description – PC Assistant
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High School diploma or general education degree (GED).
Preferred candidate has experience with AIM or similar software for customer and material scheduling. Also familiar with material process, equipment processes and inventory layout.
Ability to lead others is a plus.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and
decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs and Statistical Process Control
(SPC) charts.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability
to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or
feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop,
kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth
perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while
performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in
the work environment is usually moderate.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 3% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Relocate:
- Brewer, ME 04412: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
https://www.indeed.com/job/production-control-assistant-65ec0cfad66ff6e2
Second Shift Shipping/Receiving Operator
About us
Somic America, Inc is a forward-thinking company that makes steering components for the top auto makers in the world. Our top values are creating quality products, keeping a safe work environment, and supporting our staff. We have a strong culture of hard work and collaboration, and we offer competitive salary and benefits.
SUMMARY
We are looking for a Second Shift Shipping/Receiving Operator at our Brewer, Maine manufacturing plant. Main responsibilities will be preparing customer shipments daily. The ideal candidate enjoys learning new things, constantly moving, and problem solving. This is a full-time position, Monday thru Friday from 3pm to 11pm. Candidates must be diligent about safety protocols and quality standards. We have a comprehensive on-the-job training program, so you don’t need previous manufacturing experience or specific education. You just need a strong work ethic, great attitude, and ability to multi-task.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Other duties may be assigned. Prepares customer shipments for service parts, export and other shipments: staging, strapping, wrapping and labeling. Maintains traceability by using AIM to scan to shipment or logging lot numbers on shippers per Customer Standardized Work Instructions. Verifies pallets staged for shipment. Sorting of returnable packaging coming back from customers logging all tote and pallet quantities on the Daily Tote/Pallet Tracking log. While sorting, conduct an inspection to ensure all packaging is in compliance with customer standards. Loads outbound and unloads inbound materials onto or from trucks, pallets, racks, and shelves. Checks in inbound raw material, assigns lot numbers in AIM, and prepares for incoming inspection. Moves inspected raw material to stock. Coordinates with Shipping/Receiving Supervisor to complete PM activities that ensure supplies are readily available. Sorting out mixed skids of components and applying correct AIM receiving lot numbers. Printing of Kanban labels and customs invoices for both Tier 1 and Tier 2 customers. Operates industrial fork truck, cart or electric hoist to assist in loading or moving materials and products. Perform daily forklift battery pm and fill out the truck log. Transports machined housings, plated housings, and finished goods to appropriate storage areas. Ensures raw material and Finished Goods FIFO (first in / first out) is maintained. Utilizes standardized work documents to ensure proper procedures for staging and receiving are being followed. Responsible for communicating shipment concerns to the Shipping/Receiving Supervisor or PC Manager to assure 100% on time delivery is maintained
QUALIFICATIONS
Must have a solid work ethic and the ability to work in a repetitive, fast-paced environment. Must have the willingness to come to work every day and on time. Fork Truck Operator experience a plus. High School diploma or general education degree (GED). Basic Math skills a must: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures in English. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
BENEFITS
Excellent opportunities for advancement On-the-job training Excellent medical and dental benefits – low cost to employees – benefits are effective the first of the month after the month hired – additional tobacco free discount STD/LTD Insurance 401(k) contribution with company match Life insurance at two times annual salary at no cost to employee 10 Paid Holidays per year Vacation eligible during your first year Clothing allowance including safety shoes and safety glasses Opportunity to cross-train on different equipment Paid 30 minute lunch break
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand eight (8) or more hours a day; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Very fast-paced, repetitive motion environment Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, requires 20/40 near vision, can be with correction; distance vision, requires 20/40 far vision, can be with correction; color vision, requires both red/green, blue/violet and silver/gold discrimination; depth perception, accurate depth perception required; peripheral vision; minimum 160 degrees; and ability to adjust focus Job Type: Full-time Salary: From $18.00 per hour Schedule: ● 8 hour shift Work
Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
