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Job Alert 9/13/2013

Job Alert 9-13-13

Youth Program Update! Youth Program - Recruiting eligible youth ages 16-21 years old living in Allegan County
We can provide assistance in: *Developing an employment plan *Finding employment. *Gaining work experience. *Earning a National Career Readiness Certificate *Discovering talent and areas of interest. *Earning valuable credentials. *Creating job search tools; resume, cover letters, etc.

Please contact Kerrie Antelo at 269-673-2206 if you have any questions or would like to discuss your options.

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Want a new job and not qualified?

Have you or your spouse been recently (within 2 years) laid-off or terminated from your employer? Have you or your spouse exhausted your unemployment benefits? Have you or your spouse had your hours reduced at your current job? Did you or your spouses employer shutdown or perform a large layoff? Have you or your spouse been self-employed and just cant seem to make ends meet? Are you and your spouse recently separated or divorced? Do any of these situations apply to you? If so, you may be eligible for funds to receive training!
For more information about eligibility, please call Michelle at 269-686-5079 extension 4176

Michigan Works! Job Alert 9/13/2013

Upcoming Workshop Schedule

Resume Writing Upcoming Dates: Sept 11, 2013 Time: 2:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. Interviewing Upcoming Dates: September 12, 2013 Time: 2:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. *If you are interested in attending, please call 269-686-5079 to reserve your spot

NEW Job Postings!

NEW! Company: Key Gas Position: Machine and Facilities Maintenance Hours: This is a first shift position but may require working overtime or short periods on second. Location: Allegan, MI Apply: Please send resume to mwilliams@keygas.com Description: Salary is commensurate with experience. This is a first shift position but may require working overtime or short periods on second. Maintain and Repair machines including pipe cutters, end spinners, threaders, manual and CNC vertical and horizontal benders, manual and robotic welders, presses, drilling and milling units and vertical milling centers. Must be able to obtain a Hilo and crane license. Must be able to lift up to 50lbs. Determines causes of machine failures and researches parts and cost required to repair. Maintains stock of parts and supplies. Position requires: o Reading manuals and prints. o Researching on the internet. o Ability to learn MS Outlook email and updating spreadsheets Prefer electrical back ground. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and or Trade School; plus one year equivalent experience in a production environment required. NEW! Company: Kelly Services (Local office furniture manufacturer) Position: Hi-Lo Operators (1st and 2nd shift) Hours: 1st and 2nd shift Location: Plant locations in Holland, Douglas, and Kentwood Apply: Walk-in Appointments M-F 9:00 am-2:00 pm (ASK FOR DEBORAH) Request an Online Application or more info: deborah.ozga@kellyservices.com Kelly Services | 338 Garden Ave | Holland, MI 49424 Description: MUST HAVE STAND-UP HILO EXPERIENCE & VALID DRIVERS LICENSE.

Michigan Works! Job Alert 9/13/2013 Operates forklift and/or stand-up hi-lo, walkie rider, hand truck, ladder, picker or reach fork lift, to pick, move, load, unload, and manage flow of required production and/or warehouse material. Physically moves and manipulates product/material frequently weighing up to 60 pounds, occasionally more, throughout work center (assistance given with heavier objects by work partner[s]). Completes appropriate paperwork, hi-lo check list, computer work, and maintenance work orders, when necessary, utilizing personal computer (PC) and keyboard/mouse, and turns them in on timely basis. Other positions available: Light Industrial positions, 6 months experience preferred, but will consider applicants with good work history.

NEW! Company: Allegan Flea Market Position: Bookkeeper Location: Allegan, MI Hours: Full-time Apply: Contact Jerry at 616-318-3674 to discuss your qualifications. Job Description: Requires proficient skills with Quickbooks Accounting software. Perform any combination of routine calculating, posting, and verifying duties to obtain primary financial data for use in maintaining accounting records. Will maintain all aspect of accounting for property management firm. Includes A/R, A/P and General Ledger activity along with other office clerical duties. Pay is negotiable based on experience.

NEW! Company: Ed Koehn Ford of Wayland Position: Office Help Location: Wayland, MI Hours: 30-40 hours/week Apply: Apply on-site at 1159 W. Superior Street Wayland, MI 49348 Job Description: Provide office support Must be able to work Saturdays 9:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m.

NEW! Company: Ed Koehn Ford of Wayland Position: Automotive Technician Location: Wayland, MI Hours: Full Time Apply: Please email resume to markv@edkoehn.com or call 269-792-2205 and ask for Mark Job Description: Must have at least two years of experience State certification preferred Wage based on experience and skills

NEW! Company: Flexible Montisa

Michigan Works! Job Alert 9/13/2013 Position: Assemblers Location: Plainwell, MI Hours: Full Time Apply: Please send resume to jpalmatier@flexiblemontisa.com Job Description: Perform basic assembly and production work Must pass a drug screen

NEW! Company: Murphy Oil Position: Cashier Location: 203 73rd Street South Haven, MI Apply: Please apply online at https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGWEbHost/jobdetails.aspx? jobId=1593169&PartnerId=25450&SiteId=5588 Job Description: Must be 18+ Years of age Excellent customer service skills, communication skills, and a happy attitude are essential. Cash Handling Skills Must be able to perform repeated bending, standing, and reaching. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Flexible Schedule Benefits Paid Vacation College Tuition Reimbursement

NEW! Company: Plainwell Schools Position: Instructional Aide Location: Star Elementary School Plainwell, MI Apply: Please apply online at http://k12jobspot.com/michigan-teaching-jobs/643451?ref=indeed.com Job Description: Associates Degree preferred Meet Highly Qualified requirements for Title 1 (2 years college or pass Work Keys or pass MTTC Basic Skills Test) Excellent communication skills Ability to tutor and assess elementary children in reading Positive attitude and demeanor Can take initiative while maintaining flexibility Experience tutoring, teaching, and working with children preferred

NEW! Company: Hillshire Brands Position: Assistant Spice Room Location: Zeeland, MI Apply: Please apply online at http://hillshire.taleo.net/careersection/9/jobdetail.ftl?job=198907&src=JB-10440 Job Description:

Michigan Works! Job Alert 9/13/2013 Assist in the mixing and batching of spices per Hillshire Brands and USDA specifications and procedures. Assist in performing, when needed, all job duties in the department, to cover co-workers absence. Perform all job duties of Spice Operations Lead-person in his/her absence. Complete accurate daily paperwork as directed by Spice Operations Coordinator. Relieve daily inventory transactions using SAP system. Assist internal customers in procuring spice from spice rack system. Maintain spice staging area, monitoring batched spice for manufacturing's use, while minimizing the possibility of production downtime. Operate moving equipment in compliance with all safety requirements. Complete a Hilo checklist and submit to Spice Operations Coordinator daily. Assist where necessary in the spice operation to ensure customer satisfaction. The supervisor may assign housekeeping and other related duties. Accurately build spice kits and move them efficiently from room. Maintain 98% attendance. Basic high school math, writing, and reading skills Self motivated with ability to work with minimal direction. Knowledge of products and process necessary. Computer knowledge helpful. Ability to adequately perform all jobs in spice operations. Hilo license and experience. Ability to lift weights of up to 100 lbs. And weights of 50 - 60 lbs. On a repetitive basis. Know proper handling of allergen procedures.

NEW! Company: Taco Bell Position: Team Member-Cashier and Food Prep Location: 1133 Phoenix Road South Haven, MI Apply: Please apply online at https://sjobs.brassring.com/tgwebhost/jobdetails.aspx? jobId=21410&PartnerId=25468&SiteId=5012&codes=IND Job Description: Team Member behaviors include: Being friendly and helpful to customers and co-workers. Meeting customer needs and taking steps to solve food or service issues. Working well with teammates and accepting coaching from management team. Having a clean and tidy appearance and work habits. Communicating with customers, teammates and managers in a positive manner.

NEW! Company: CHS/Hamilton Farm Bureau Position: Quality Assurance Supervisor Location: Hamilton, MI Apply: Please apply online at http://jobview.monster.com/Quality-Assurance-Supervisor-Job-Hamilton-MI-US125568057.aspx?WT.mc_n=Indeed_US&from=indeed Job Description: Bachelor degree with 2 years of experience in food processing, OR an Associates degree with 4 years of experience working in to include: 1 plus years of supervisory and/or team lead experience Data record keeping and reporting experience.

Michigan Works! Job Alert 9/13/2013 Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) Certification required. Computer MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point). Must be able to stand, sit, kneel, walk, bend, twist and lift up to 50 pounds. Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently. Food Quality Assurance Management experience preferred. Experience in development, training and auditing HACCP or SQF systems. Working knowledge of Federal, State, and Local food safety standards.

NEW! Company: Dollar General Position: Lead Sales Associate Location: 1304 Lincoln Rd, Allegan, MI Apply: Please apply online at https://sjobs.brassring.com/tgwebhost/jobdetails.aspx? jobId=655614&PartnerId=25411&SiteId=5537&codes=1-INDEED Job Description: Ability to perform mathematical calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages. Knowledge of cash handling procedures including cashier accountability and deposit control. Ability to perform IBM cash register functions. Knowledge of cash, facility and safety control policies and practices. Effective interpersonal and oral & written communication skills. Understanding of safety policies and practices. Ability to read and follow plan-o-gram and merchandise presentation guidance. High school diploma or equivalent and six months of supervisory experience (or related experience/training) preferred.

NEW! Company: Allegan Area Educational Service Agency Position: Substitute Bus Drivers Location: Allegan County Apply: To apply or for more infomation contact Dale Witczak ( dwitczak@alleganaesa.org ) or call 269.673.2161 Job Description: Bus Driver substitute for AAESA which could possibly lead to a regular position. Positions are available throughout the Allegan County School Districts serving Fennville, Otsego, Plainwell, and Wayland. Starting wage is $15.30/hour. CDL License requirements. Demonstrate good interaction with students. Good driving record.

NEW! Company: Distribution Solutions Position: Warehouse Location: Plainwell, MI Apply: Please send resume to nikki.jacobs@thedistributionsolutions.com Job Description: Order picking

Michigan Works! Job Alert 9/13/2013 Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs Must be able to pass a background check