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Lighthouse Professional Services a division of Staffing 360 Solutions group, is proud to be a “Best in Staffing 2023” award winner. We have over 50 years of experience placing people with small and global companies. Our offices in New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts serve clients nationwide. We are presently on the lookout for a dynamic professional as Contracts Specialist in Yonkers, NY. Position Summary and Key Responsibilities:As a Contracts Specialist you will be responsible for: Coordinating with Marketing and other department staffs on commercial and contractual administration issues for existing people.Prepare invoices to customers for the achievement of contract payment milestones.Administer spare parts and special tool delivery (including intra-company coordination, coordination with suppliers, shipping arrangements) and acceptance by the customers. Administer customer supplied parts delivery as well as return of non-conforming materials and follow up thereof (including intra-company coordination, coordination with suppliers, shipping arrangements). Monitor inter-departmental material control and management process to ensure timely delivery of rail cars, spare parts and special tools to customers.Prepare contractual change order documentations/proposals for negotiations with customers.Work with contract manager/supervisor of existing projects in negotiations with customers on commercial issues and tasks.Work with contract manager/supervisor of existing projects to prepare DBE, MBE, WBE reports to federal, state and local authorities. Assist in preparation and publishing of monthly, quarterly and annual project reports to Company Executives and customers.Assist in Marketing and Business Development departments’ preparation of proposals for Request for Proposals (RFPs) Assist in market research and data review and prepare reports and presentations.Participate in trade shows, conferences, forums and organized symposiums to represent Kawasaki. Job Qualifications:Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred, with focus on Marketing or Business Management.Previous experience working in contract administration and/or project management preferred. Must be able to coordinate and execute administrative activities to effectively meet project deadlines. Must be capable of maintaining an orderly user-friendly electronic and paper filing system.Must be well skilled in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point.Must be comfortable reviewing cost and financial information to prepare spreadsheets and reports. Must be a self-starter, have strong problem-solving skills, good verbal and written communication skills and strong will to meet required deadlines. Additional Details:Duration: Direct HireLocation: Yonkers, NY.Salary: $61,858-75K Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately!Along with a polished resume, kindly include your salary expectations and any relevant references. Join us at Lighthouse Professional Services, where excellence meets opportunity!

Lighthouse Professional Services, a division of Staffing 360 Solutions group of companies, has been providing contract and direct hire talent to client companies, ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 corporations for over 50 years. Our offices are in New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, and we work with clients across the country. Our management and recruiting teams are led by experienced industry professionals. We invest in excellent working partnerships, powered by people.We are currently seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer in Yonkers, NY.Position Summary and Special Duties:As a (an) Supplier Quality Engineer your day-to-day duties will consist of and may not be limited to:Description:Performs Inspections of equipment at Suppliers Facilities to contract drawingsDetermines equipment status and dispositions as appropriateGenerates inspection reports using electronic media with necessary supporting documents such as photographs to the buyer and QA Coordinator.Report on non-conforming materials report with status reports for suppliersSupport the collection of data to establish Supplier performance at PSIGenerate performance reports for Suppliers by contractPerform, support First Article Inspections at Suppliers facilitiesPerform, support Supplier Qualification Audits at Suppliers facilitiesPerform, support Supplier Process Audits at Suppliers facilitiesGenerate necessary reports with follow up to closure on task open at Suppliers facility relating to qualityAttend meetings relating to Supplier performance. Perform presentations to company or customer management of departments, as necessary.Represents Quality Dept. as Tiger team facilitator, report status of KRC rejection cage items and follow up with responsible departments of all non-conforming material past due to closureAssist in review, development, and implementation to product improvement due to quality related issuesPerform witness to qualification and routine test and report results with follow up to closure in quality related issuesJob Specification:Must have, at a minimum, the following:5 years’ experience in Quality Assurance or Engineering in the passenger rail car business or a closely related field, plusA Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required.Excellent communication skills.Excellent computer and report generating skills.Good written (English) skills.Excellent interpersonal skills.DETAILS:Duration: Direct HireLocation: Yonkers, NYSalary: Depending on ExperienceBenefits: Full Benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision,Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately!Please include a clean copy of your resume and salary expectations and any references.

Lighthouse Professional Services, a division of Staffing 360 Solutions group of companies, has been providing contract and direct hire talent to client companies, ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 corporations for over 50 years. Our offices are in New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, and we work with clients across the country. Our management and recruiting teams are led by experienced industry professionals. We invest in excellent working partnerships, powered by people.We are currently seeking a Quality Control Inspector in Staten Island, NY.Position Summary and Special Duties:As a (an) Quality Control Inspector your day-to-day duties will consist of and may not be limited to:Responsibilities:Performs Quality Control (QC) inspection on parts and sub-assemblies of rail cars. Performs visual inspection of parts and equipment to ensure conformance to quality standards and to identify non-conformance where it occurs. Performs all work according to engineering drawings, written work procedures, and verbal and written instructions.Uses scales, tape, calipers, micrometer, combination-square and other measuring equipment to inspect parts, equipment, and their proper installation to rail car body. Has the capability of using English and Metric systems of measurement.Records data and findings from inspections in inspection reports and related documentation with a high degree of accuracy, completeness, and attention to detail. Demonstrates an excellent mechanical aptitude.The QC Inspector must be able to read and interpret all engineering drawings and blueprints, and has a demonstrated proficiency in all inspection phases listed below. Inspection Phases Receiving Part Fabrication Metal Matching Sub assembly Shell Assembly Truck Assembly & Test Interior and CabExteriorUnder-floorSourceRequirements:Must have, at minimum, two (2) years’ work experience in a QC Inspection field. Must be able to work independently and to conduct the final inspection of an entire rail car. Must be capable of using measuring instruments including, but not limited to, tape measures, calipers, micrometers, etc. Must read, write, and speak English and know how to read engineering drawings (blueprints). Must be proficient in the English measurement system and be able to learn the Metric system of measurement within a specified period of time. Must be capable of working in an active manufacturing environment, be able to climb stairs and ladders, and be able to lift, push, or pull at maximum 40 lbs. DETAILS:Duration: Contract temp to Permanent Location: Staten Island, NY.Salary: $23-32hr.Benefits: Option to pick up full benefits while on contract and full time.Shift: 1st.Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately!

Lighthouse Professional Services a division of Staffing 360 Solutions group, is proud to be a “Best in Staffing 2023” award winner. We have over 50 years of experience placing people with small and global companies. Our offices in New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts serve clients nationwide. Position Summary and Special Duties: As a CNC/CAM Programmer your day to day duties will consist of and may not be limited to:Job Summary:The CNC/CAM Programmer role is an important member of our programming and engineering team supporting production of precision aerospace components. This role acts as s the liaison between Engineering and Manufacturing (Operations) teams. You will focus on the process development and programming of CNC equipment including multi-axis lathes, Swiss screw machines, vertical machining centers, and grinders. You will split time between programming in a CAM (Computer Aid Manufacturing) environment and performing hands-on set-up on the production floor.Major Areas of Responsibility:Utilizing ESPIRT CAM software, develop CNC programs (g-code) that optimize the best manufacturing methods to produces precision and ultra-precision components. Work within the Engineering & Manufacturing teams to develop manufacturing processes, preferred tooling & work-holding, in-process deburring and metrology that will become the approved work instructions to Production team. Document all selections in ESPIRT tooling and datasheet libraries.Leverage parametric programming, macros, and CAM software to optimize programs across a family of parts.Set-up and operate production equipment during the initial process development of new parts. Determine ideal set-up, tool paths, material removal rates, finish, and yield. Train production personnel for smooth transition to ensure reproducibility in mass production. Manage programs and machine & tool set-up data within the company’s product data management (PDM) and Distributed Numerical Control DNC systems.Serve as in-house subject matter expert, participating in lean events to optimize existing released products that can reduce set-up, reduce machine time, or otherwise improve productivity and quality.Stay in touch with the latest manufacturing technology through the research of equipment, software, tooling, and gaging systems. Make recommendations on productivity improvements related to technology investments. Miscellaneous duties as assigned.Requirements:Associate or bachelor's degree in engineering preferred and/or progressive on the job experience commensurate without a degree.Five or more years of advanced manufacturing experience, preferably in a precision or ultra-precision machining centers.Expert knowledge of CNC programming such as Fanuc, Mitsubishi, and Okuma controls, using advanced programming techniques.Frequent user of CAM software programs. ESPIRT is preferred. Others such as Mastercam, PartMaker, or SolidCAM are acceptable.Familiar with operating with a manufacturing enterprise software – experience with EPCIOR or similar is bonus.Strong knowledge of work-holding, tooling systems and set-up of CNC machines.DETAILS:Duration: Direct hireLocation: East Hartford, CTSalary: open depending on experienceBenefits: Full BenefitsQualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately!

Lighthouse Professional Services, a division of Staffing 360 Solutions group of companies, has been providing contract and direct hire talent to client companies, ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 corporations for over 50 years. Our offices are in New York, Connecticut, and Massachusetts, and we work with clients across the country. Our management and recruiting teams are led by experienced industry professionals. We invest in excellent working partnerships, powered by people. We are currently seeking an FMI Supervisor in College Park, MD. As a (an) FMI Supervisor your day-to-day duties will consist of and may not be limited to: Job Description:Must be able to develop appropriate business strategies aligned to KRC’s Management Policy.Manage position to make best use of employees; select employees and develop their capabilities; plan for succession of key personnel; counsel employees effectively; administer discipline; handle human resource matters in accordance with company policy and procedures.Establish work standards and schedules and ensure their effective implementation in the department; assign work to employees and train employees in work procedures and methods; review employees’ work for adequacy and take steps to correct inadequate performance; approve employees’ work schedules and time reports.Directly responsible for the site activities for a specific shift.Coordinates the daily work activities on the rail cars delivered to the customer.Supervises the clerical and technical personnel working on their shift.Controls the work hours expended to maintain the site budget and minimize overtime.Maintains a safe and orderly work environment.Prepares a schedule for the daily activities and coordinates completion and progress with the customer.Audits and submits daily vouchers for personnel under their supervision.Ensures that all employees follow customer safety procedures.Ensures that modifications are coordinated and implemented as quickly as possible. Coordinates the shift vendor activities to ensure that they are meeting their warranty obligations and submitting the necessary paperwork.Ability to work with minimal direct supervision.Qualifications:Must have at minimum one (1) year supervisory experience in warranty, production, quality, or engineering, or three (3) years mechanical/technical experience with some supervisory responsibilities. Must have strong mechanical aptitude and be proficient with both English and Metric measurement systems.Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.Must be comfortable working in an active rail car environment.Must have good computer and report generating skills.Must be able to read, write and speak English.Must have strong organization and interpersonal skills.Must be able to work well under pressure.Must be professional when interacting with the customer representatives.Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, and be able to lift, push, or pull at maximum 40 lbs.Must be able to deal with numerous and constantly changing priorities. DETAILS: Duration: Perm Location: College Park, MDSalary: Depending on Experience ($71,735 - $73000)