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Tennessee offers many veteran and military benefits, including employment preference, property and motor vehicle tax relief, and more. Veterans account for 8% of the population.
The Top Industries for Veterans in Tennessee
Named "State of the Year" in economic development, Tennessee's top industries include automotive manufacturing, energy, and healthcare. Major companies such as GM, Nissan, Whirlpool, and Moen all have headquarters in the state, creating thousands of jobs in the industry.
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Calibration Technician
Job Ref: # EB-1254558606
Date Posted: 1/10/2025 9:06:35 AM
City, State: Memphis, TN
Category: High Tech
Salary: $30
- $34
Job Description
Position Details:
Title: Calibration Tech B
Location: Memphis TN
Compensation: TECH B: $30-34/hr
Benefits: Employer paid medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement plan, employee funded pretax heal and tuition reimbursement, paid time off, sick and holiday leave.
Position Description:
Calibration Technician C will apply knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, and electronics to calibrate inspection, measurement, and test equipment in the Acoustical, Chemical, Dimensional, DC/Low Frequency, Fluid, Mechanical, Optical, Thermodynamics, and Time & Frequency disciplines to ensure measurement accuracy. The Calibration Technician C will identify and utilize appropriate manual and automated measurement procedures as well as perform laboratory housekeeping and may be asked to report opinions and interpretations.
Qualifications:
Basic ability to trouble shoot repair, align and optimize precision equipment
3 year calibration experience, some of which can be offset by formal metrology training.
Must have great interpersonal and customer service skills
Knowledge of Quality Management system (ISO 9001, ISO 17025 and ANSI Z540)
Strong attention to detail
Responsibilities:
Calibrate inspection, measurement, and test equipment (IM&TE) in one or more of the following disciplines – Acoustical, Chemical, Dimensional, DC/Low Frequency, Fluid, Mechanical, Optical, Thermodynamics, and Time & Frequency, in order to ensure compliance with published specifications
Maintain primary and secondary and/or intrinsic calibration standards.
Develop calibration procedures and methods, according to detailed specifications, blueprints, drawings, and other technical requirements
Collect, compile, measure, summarize, and record data gathered during calibration.
Identify IM&TE out-of-tolerance conditions and perform corrective action via adjustments, component replacement, correction factors, etc
Perform uncertainty evaluation and analysis for measurement standards and associated measurement processes
Identify and correct measurement errors, as applicable
Prepare calibration reports and certificates
Adapt existing calibration equipment, standards, and techniques to accomplish unique measurement tasks for which they are not principally used
Buyer (National Accounts)
Job Ref: # EB-1726370926
Date Posted: 1/9/2025 8:00:00 AM
City, State: Nashville, TN
Category: Metals
Salary: $100,000
- $150,000
Job Description
Position Details:
• Title: Buyer (National Accounts)
• Location: Nashville, TN
• Shift: Normal Day Shift
• Compensation: First Year Total Comp = $185.5k – 268k
Base Payrate $100,000 – 150,000
Quarterly Bonus (0 – 40%, 33% avg last 5 years) 33,000 – 49,500
Annual Profit Sharing (avg of 26% of base + bonus) $34,580 – 50,830
Annual Value of Stock Award $10,900 – 10,900
Car Allowance (plus Gas Expenses) $7,000 – 7,000 .
Total $185,480 – 268,230
• Benefits: SDI offers a great benefits package including a generous stock option ($2200 annual stock award, plus Employee Stock Purchase Plan through payroll deduction ($10 – $200/week) with 15% company match) and profit-sharing plan (average of 13.6% annually for last 3 years), quarterly performance bonus (up to 75% of your base salary), good medical and dental, a 50% company matching 401K plan, paid education and certification plans, and much more.
• Travel: Approximately 50% travel during the week. You will schedule and visit customers to be the face of the organization. Normal expectations would be Monday through Thursday or Friday travel 2-3 weeks a month.
• COVID Vaccination: Not required.
Position Description:
In this role you will have overall responsibility for procurement of scrap metal (ferrous and non-ferrous material) from national industrial company accounts/customers.
• Procure scrap metal from industrial generators from multiple locations throughout the United States.
• Develop new and maintain existing customer relationships and provide excellent customer service.
• Retain and maintain profitable accounts within established pricing guidelines.
• Identify and implement margin opportunities with existing accounts.
• Resolve internal and external customer service issues.
• Complete documentation to meet all deadlines.
Requirements:
Company is looking for candidates with excellent presence and professionalism with scrap/metal buying experience. Specific requirements include:
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous sales or scrap buying experience.
• Working knowledge of scrap pricing, material identification, costs, operations and transportation.
• Ability to generate and qualify leads and close deals.
• Working knowledge in Microsoft Excel, Word and a CRM. Experience with ERP system is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
Chassis Mechanic (Mobile)
Company: Orion Talent Opportunity
Job Ref: # EB-1157977837
Date Posted: 1/8/2025 3:09:00 PM
City, State: Memphis, TN
Category: Distribution/Logist
Salary: $26
- $32
Field Service Associate
Job Ref: # EB-1018183766
Date Posted: 1/6/2025 2:15:19 PM
City, State: Knoxville, TN
Category: Medical
Job Description
sition Title: Field Service Associate/Driver
*Previous experience driving a company box truck or being in a field customer service role is a huge plus!
Salary/Benefits – Total Rewards:
Total Cash – $19-21/hr. base pay plus OT and variable compensation.
On-call rotating shift - alternating every other weekend.
Benefits – Competitive medical, vision, dental, etc. insurance and award-winning 401k plan.
Paid time-off – 15d PTO, 12 holidays (8 standard/4 floating), birthday
Paid Training and Development - We support the development and growth of our employees through constant growth opportunities.
Location: Knoxville, TN (USA), Tennessee, US - United States
Full-time shift schedule: Sunday – Thursday 12:00 pm - 8:30 pm plus rotating on-call coverage
Tuesday – Saturday 12:00 pm - 8:30 pm plus rotating on-call coverage
Details:
The Field Service Associate is responsible for the maintenance, cleaning, delivery and pick up of medical equipment that is used on rental basis by local hospitals and nursing homes. This position is based in our Knoxville service center but will involve local driving to and from area medical facilities using company vehicles.
Day-to-day functions:
Prepare medical equipment and documentation for delivery
Load and unload medical equipment
Drive 26-foot box truck to make deliveries and pick-ups
Process delivery and pick-up documentation as required
Maintain vehicle appearance by ensuring all routine vehicle maintenance is completed and records maintained
Clean and disinfect medical equipment to Arjo quality standards
Present highest level of customer etiquette in all patient/customer interactions
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent
MUST HAVE clean driving record
Two(2) years of experience within the service or operations field
Two(2) years of experience in front-line customer service
Lifting up to 30 pounds; pushing and pulling objects up to 75 pounds
Ability to drive a work truck
Ability to work with solvents and cleaners to disinfect products in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment
HSE Manager
Job Ref: # EB-7177666529
Date Posted: 12/18/2024 11:20:42 AM
City, State: Memphis, TN
Category: Food
Salary: $100,000
- $125,000
Job Description
Position Details:
Title: HSE Manager
Location: Memphis, TN
Shift: M-F Day shift.
Compensation: $100-$125k + 10% annual bonus
Benefits: Comprehensive Corporate Benefits Package
Travel: None
Position Description:
The Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Manager ensures that all required environmental reports are submitted to the appropriate regulatory agency and provides guidance in developing, implementing, and documenting required HSE training for site personnel. They act as a liaison with local, state, and federal regulatory agencies on matters relating to safety and environmental regulatory compliance and is a resource for interpretation of OSHA and EPA regulations. They will be responsible for managing and maintaining site emergency response programs and business continuity plans, manage employee health programs and worker’s compensation for the plant, and will also manage site security programs and initiatives.
Requirements:
Candidates for this role should have a four-year degree and experience managing safety systems and training personnel on health, safety and environmental aspects. Candidates should have a technical background for this role. Candidates should have strong people management skills as well as computer skills.
Department Manager
Job Ref: # EB-1333344154
Date Posted: 11/26/2024 4:00:26 PM
City, State: Memphis, TN
Category: Food
Salary: $100,000
- $125,000
Job Description
Position Details:
Title: Department Manager
Location: Memphis, TN
Shift: M-F Day shift.
Compensation: $100k - $125k(+) + 10% annual bonus
Benefits: Comprehensive Corporate Benefits Package; Relocation Assistance Available
Travel: None
Position Description:
The Department Manager will be responsible for making a positive impact leading the Peanut Butter operations area of their Memphis facility to ensure optimal production of their famous products. Leverage your leadership skills to coach and inspire your team to achieve key metrics and create a positive working environment with a focus on safety and quality. They will be responsible for developing and delivering a department master plan and manage the daily results of daily work. They will develop capability and leadership characteristics of the area leaders and operations process engineers. The Department Manager will coordinate activities to increase operations excellence methodologies throughout the plant to improve metrics.
Requirements:
Candidates for this role should have a four-year degree and five or more years of experience an operational role leading large groups of individuals. Strong background in driving both personnel and processes. Candidates should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent opportunity for a Senior Enlisted or Junior Military Officer with experience leading individuals at a company level.
Area Supervisor
Job Ref: # EB-1806438320
Date Posted: 11/1/2024 1:26:20 PM
City, State: Memphis, TN
Category: Food
Salary: $90,000
- $110,000
Job Description
Position Details:
Title: Plant Area Supervisor
Location: Memphis, TN
Shift: M-F Day Shift
Compensation: $90-$110k(+) = 10% bonus
Benefits: Comprehensive Corporate Benefits Package
Travel: None
Position Description:
The Plant Area Supervisor will be responsible for making a positive impact leading the Peanut Butter operations area of their Memphis facility to ensure optimal production of their famous Jif products. Leverage your leadership skills to coach and inspire your team to achieve key metrics and create a positive working environment with a focus on safety and quality. They will be responsible for the daily operation and performance for their teams while ensuring the execution of the daily plan. Responsible for driving root cause and developing a zero-loss and continuous improvement culture.
Requirements:
Candidates for this role should have a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field. They should have two or more years of experience coaching, developing and leading others. A candidate for this role should have a technical background or acumen and drive to want to learn the technical aspects of the role.
Field Service Engineer
Job Ref: # EB-1706974854
Date Posted: 10/23/2024 8:00:00 AM
City, State: Nashville, TN
Category: Medical
Salary: $55,000
- $60,000
Job Description
Position Details:
• Title: Field Service Engineer
• Location: Boston, MA; Bay Area, CA; Salt Lake City, UT; Oklahoma City, OK; Nashville, TN
• Shift: You will work from home and typically operate at clients’ sites during normal office hours, M-F, 8am-5pm. Understand you will often be travelling to/from client sites outside normal business hours, and this is where you accumulate most of your overtime hours.
• Compensation: W2: $90,000+ (base salary + OT & quarterly bonuses + additional travel bonuses)
• Benefits: Benefits start on day one: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- & long-term disability, travel insurance, FSA, employee assistance program, matching 401k, 15 paid vacation days, laptop, wi-fi card, cell phone, new personal use company vehicle with all expenses paid or monthly car allowance.
• Travel: You can expect 2-3 nights of overnight travel per week. Occasional short-term travel to help other regions, trade shows, and company training events at their headquarters in Marlborough, MA.
Position Description:
As a Field Service Engineer you will provide field service support to install, conduct preventative maintenance, troubleshoot, repair, and retrofit company products and services. Beyond customer service and support, you will be required to liaison between the company field support team and the customer to plan installation of equipment at new customer sites and provide follow-on support for the operational aspects of the equipment and software. Expect to work normal daytime hours M-F, accruing 10-15 hours of overtime per week on average.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
• Provide optimum customer satisfaction on all company products and services.
• Install, monitor, assess, troubleshoot, and repair equipment within your assigned area of responsibility.
• Install and maintain wired computer networks.
• Provide remote diagnosis/repair support.
• Relay repetitive field service failures/equipment issues to Tier 3 specialists.
• Complete and submit regulatory and company required documentation.
• Represent the company at technical shows and exhibitions as required.
Qualifications:
Ideal candidates for this position will have 4+ years of military or industry experience with electronic/electrical process equipment and controls. You will eventually gain proficiency in all the areas below, but be sure to discuss if you have any experience in these areas:
• Previous field service/product installation experience
• Basic wired and wireless network integration experience
• Knowledge of basic anatomy & physiology of the eye
All applicants must have:
• Skills in operation, test, maintenance, alignment, and repair procedures for electrical equipment & controls.
• Ability to produce high quality work under pressure and within tight timelines with little to no supervision.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers, co-workers, and supervisors in formal & informal settings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Dedication to the team and a sense of flexibility.
• Ability to stand, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, & crawl, frequently lift more than 25lbs.
• Color vision and the ability to see close objects.
• Safe driving record – Let us know if you have any drug/alcohol driving infractions before your interview.
Operations Manager Leader Development Program
Job Ref: # EB-1134543185
Date Posted: 10/7/2024 8:00:00 AM
City, State: Memphis, TN
Category: Oil & Gas
Salary: $79,000
- $81,000
Job Description
Orion Talent, the nation’s largest military recruiting firm, is currently recruiting transitioning or former military professionals for a Leadership Development Program with a family-owned and operated company that has been at the forefront of the petroleum industry for over 60 years.
Position Details: Operations Management Leadership Development Program
• Location: Flexibility required; program will likely begin in either Memphis, TN or Lubbock, TX
• Full relocation assistance is provided
• Shift: Typically, M-F, 8-hour shifts.
• Compensation: $79-$81k, salary increases upon promotion (typically after 1 year)
• Bonuses/Additional Compensation – Profit Sharing and incentive annual bonus opportunities (typically up to 10%).
• Benefits: Company offers a benefits package including comprehensive health, dental, life, Short- and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, profit sharing, and several other benefits.
• Travel: 10% (occasional overnights)
• Vaccine Requirement: No
Position Description:
Join a unique Leadership Development Program designed specifically for engineers to create a specific career growth and promotion track for you within the organization. The program is typically about 18-24 months in length, during which you will receive hands-on training and experience in plant operations, staffing/scheduling, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS), operational efficiencies, and asset maintenance/integrity/capital planning.
After completing your training, you'll be relocated to another Ergon site located throughout the United States, where you'll take on a Facility Management position.
Requirements:
• 4-year degree in a technical discipline or industrial-related field
• Open to relocate up to two times, initially and upon program completion in 18-24 months
• Demonstrated leadership experience
• Be willing to listen to feedback, learn, and take on assignments that will stretch your abilities
• Military Veterans are highly desirable