CAD DESIGNER - Greenwood, MS

ESSENTIAL JOB RESULTS:
• Interface with the CAD system to provide necessary modeling and detailing support for existing and new assemblies and sub-assemblies.
• Transform design markups into CAD models and applicable drawings.
• Apply Viking Range drafting standards, engineering practices, and manufacturing materials and processes when creating CAD models and drawings.
• Process EC's through the Viking Range Process.     
• Work with various Viking Range departments supplying and verifying necessary data for producing acceptable products.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
• CAD experience mandatory
• 5 years product design experience, preferred
• Dependable and timely
• Flexibility- willingness to do what it takes to get the job done
• Dedication and Passion
• Creativity and Innovation
• Willingness and ability to learn
• Self-starter, possessing diversity within skill set
• Ability to work well within a team environment
                                                                                                                                                                                    

DESIGN ENGINEER, REFRIGERATION - Greenwood, MS

Position Description:
The Design Engineer works as part of a platform product improvement/inception team, focusing on product development by using engineering principles to increase the efficiency and value of the business, while utilizing cost effective mechanisms and improving overall product performance, reliability and safety.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain project schedules including program plans that identify work scope, schedules, milestones, tasks, priorities, risks.
• Manage program/project issues and risks by effectively working with departments to develop parallel paths, contingencies, and risk mitigation plans to meet project deliverables per budget and schedule.
• Lead the project team by conducting regular meetings, ensuring that action logs are kept, and integrated schedules are available and up to date.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment with overall project scope and schedules.
• Attend and actively participate in project team meeting to ensure overall project alignment.
• Effectively communicate program/project status to all stakeholders including project team members, resource owners, suppliers, and customer groups.
• Escalate issues and risks as appropriate to ensure program/project success.

General Requirements:

• Demonstrated leadership, negotiation and conflict management skills.
• Willing to do what it takes to get the job done, including eliciting cooperation from senior management and other departments.
• Ability to establish priorities, manage multiple complex projects, and rapidly adapt/respond to changes in environment and priorities.
• Advanced organizational, problem solving and analysis skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a sense of urgency, initiative, and a commitment to work assignments.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Requirements:

• BS/MS in Engineering preferred or closely related field.

• Proven experience utilizing project management techniques and tools.
• 5-10 years of kitchen appliance or related design experience
• Must be proficient in 3D CAD/PLM systems
• Advanced experience with applications including MS Project, Excel, Word, and Outlook.

DESIGN ENGINEER - ELECTRICAL - Greenwood, MS

This position is responsible for the development and release of specifications and designs to support the wire harness development of all Viking Range products while managing the quality, cost and timing of responsible programs and suppliers.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESULTS:

• Development of specifications for electrical schematic, wiring, and harness with respect to the following:  Platform product level requirements and specifications, Agency requirements (both domestic and international), Marketing and Industrial Design requirements
• Design and release of product schematic and wiring diagram by working with cross-functional team (Platform Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Service, etc.)
• Design and release of final harness assembly design by working with cross-functional team (Platform Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Service, Supplier, etc.)
• Preparation of 3D routing of wiring harness for obtaining actual length, clearance with respect to other mechanical parts, support to be provided, protection and clearance in high temp zone
• Documentation of wiring harness design in CATIA V5 and IGE-XAO.  Document control in Smarteam PLM
• Interact with supplier for component selection, manufacturing and assembly
• Selection of terminals, connectors and other harness components
• Plan, lead, execute and summarize results for Design Reviews (wire harness, components, standoffs)
• Preparation of 2D layout drawing for obtaining length, connector, grommet location, bracket and support design, etc.
• Continuous improvement for existing designs
• Engineering technical support to Procurement for:  supplier evaluation, quoting of electronic components
• Engineering technical support to Service for: resolution of field issues, development and implementation of field diagnostics, support development of service documentation

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• BSEE
• Minimum of 5 years of wire harness development experience
• Hands-on wiring harness design and development with global team interaction
• Reviewing layouts, circuit drawings, preparing BOM, releasing procedure for drawings and interpreting schematics
• Good knowledge of cable and harness design techniques
• Experience with new product innovations, value re-engineering and saving costs using various techniques
• Tools knowledge (CATIA, IGE-XAO, FMEA, DFM, DFA, Poke-Yoke)
• Auto/Appliance electronic/electrical design at assembly, sub-assembly level
• Exposure to working in a cross-functional team
• The ability to establish priorities and manage project assignments
• Advanced organizational, problem solving and analysis skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a sense of urgency, initiative and a commitment to work and assignments
• Project management experience, preferred
• Broad experience in appliance design/development, preferred
• Experience with statistical design concepts, preferred
• Programming and hardware design experience, preferred

FIELD PRODUCT SPECIALIST - Greenwood, MS

This position will involve the service and installation of cooking, ventilation, dishwashing and refrigeration products. The position will also conduct performance, reliability, and/or agency testing on end products, sub-assemblies, and components in a design team atmosphere.  

ESSENTIAL JOB RESULTS:

• Service and install product within company facilities or consumers’ homes
• Travel to shows and/or consumer homes for install and/or service (25-50% of time traveling)
• Assemble units, sub-assemblies, and components for testing
• Instrument units, sub-assemblies and components for testing
• Utilize in-house data acquisition systems for capturing data during test
• Prepare test reports on in-progress and completed tests
• Identify discrepancies relating to testing and/or laboratory equipment

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: 

• 2+ years’ experience with refrigeration, gas/electric cooking, and dishwashing products
• Service background in the appliance industry preferred
• Familiar with basic test instruments for testing gas & electric cooking products, refrigeration and dishwashing products
• Basic understanding of ventilation equipment
• Ability to install and service refrigeration, cooking, ventilation and dishwashing products
• Basic soldering skills for soldering refrigeration tubing
• EPA certification for handling refrigerants used in refrigeration products
• Ability to load, deliver and install appliances with assistance
• Self-directed with the ability to schedule and prioritize
• Basic understanding of wiring diagrams and electrical schematics
• Willingness and ability to learn, and work well within a team environment
• Effective communication; verbal and written
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel

FOOD AND BEVERAGE DIRECTOR - Greenwood, MS

GENERAL PURPOSE:
To manage all operations of Giardina’s Restaurant and The Alluvian Hotel Food and Beverage Program

MAIN DUTIES:

• Oversees and manages all restaurant operations
• Oversees all facility issues, maintenance, furniture and fixtures for Giardina’s and Alluvian kitchens
• Develops and maintains F/B budget in collaboration with General Manager of the Alluvian and Viking Range Finance department
• Schedules and attends monthly budget updates and financial reviews with Alluvian General Manager
• Supervises assistant manager and executive chef, sharing rotating shift responsibilities with assistant manager for front of house, bartenders, hosts and floaters
• Directs kitchen staff, bartenders and wait staff to execute the food and beverage program within the hotel and restaurant
• Attends weekly Food & Beverage meetings
• Ensures that set-up is satisfactory and performed in a timely manner for events and functions and that F/B executes these events in accordance with Alluvian standards
• Serves as primary liaison between Giardina’s and Positouch software support, Open Table and any other technical support
• Serves as a Giardina’s representative in weekly Banquet & Event meetings, communicating all catering and event needs to Giardina’s team
• Serves as primary liaison with Alcohol and Beverage Control (ABC)
• Responsible for wine program at Giardina’s and The Alluvian Hotel
• Places wine, beer and liquor orders on timely basis and maintains sufficient inventory at both restaurant and hotel happy hour and catering events
• Properly selects, stores and catalogs all wines
• Verifies all inventories (beer, wine, liquor and food)  before submitting to Viking Finance in a timely manner
• Maintains an inventory of event supplies, such as linens, tables and other banquet items for hotel events and orders items as needed
• Maintains proper inventories of small wares for Giardina’s and hotel catering
• Arbitrates guest charge disputes at Giardina’s
• Works with Viking Human Resources to complete hiring process for all food/beverage staff, including all paperwork and training procedures
• Resolves employee grievances
• Performs regular training sessions for Front of House team and hotel event staff
• Fosters and promotes a cooperative working environment with all staff and departments
• Maintains and completes applications for all licenses for Giardina’s and hotel catering
• Insures Giardina’s compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and licenses
• Represents Giardina’s at government, civic, community and private functions
• Assists with special projects as assigned by management
• Maintains complete knowledge and complies with all Viking Hospitality Group policies and procedures
• Practices and is seen to be practicing good employee, customer and public relations
• Constantly aware of the needs of the customer, continuously striving to create the proper atmosphere at The Alluvian and Giardina’s

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in hospitality management, with an emphasis in Food and Beverage
• Strong knowledge of wine and spirits
• Experience in supervising and managing employees
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong computer skills
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to promote positive relations with guests and staff
  Ability to work irregular hours, weekends and public holidays

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC - Greenwood, MS

Position Description:
The Maintenance Mechanic maintains production capabilities by ensuring proper maintenance and condition of equipment and facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains proper condition of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance while following diagrams, manuals, manufacturer’s instructions, and/or engineering specifications.
• Locates sources of problems in machinery and mechanical equipment by observing operation, examining components, using testing instruments and tools, and/or troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Repairs machinery and mechanical equipment by removing defective parts, properly repairing defective parts, and/or properly installing new or repaired parts.
• Inspects parts to determine dimensional changes by using measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of machinery and mechanical equipment by using various types of tools.
• Controls downtime by informing employees of machine/equipment malfunctions, potential malfunctions, and routine preventive maintenance schedules and techniques.

Experience and Skills Required:

• Minimum of two years maintenance experience within a manufacturing facility.  
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering specifications and test instruments.
• Excellent trouble-shooting and problem solving abilities.  
• Knowledge of PLC, electrical systems and lean manufacturing concepts a plus.  
• Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills to work successfully in a team environment.

PLATFORM DESIGN ENGINEER - Greenwood, MS

Position Description:
The Platform Design Engineer works as part of a platform product improvement/inception team, focusing on product development by using engineering principles to increase the efficiency and value of the business, while utilizing cost effective mechanisms and improving overall product performance, reliability and safety.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain project schedules including program plans that identify work scope, schedules, milestones, tasks, priorities, risks.
• Manage program/project issues and risks by effectively working with departments to develop parallel paths, contingencies, and risk mitigation plans to meet project deliverables per budget and schedule.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment with overall project scope and schedules.
• Attend and actively participate in project team meeting to ensure overall project alignment.
• Effectively communicate program/project status to all stakeholders including project team members, resource owners, suppliers, and customer groups.
• Escalate issues and risks as appropriate to ensure program/project success.

General Requirements:

• Demonstrate leadership, negotiation and conflict management skills.
• Willing to do what it takes to get the job done, including eliciting cooperation from senior management and other departments.
• Ability to establish priorities, manage multiple complex projects, and rapidly adapt/respond to changes in environment and priorities.
• Organizational, problem solving and analysis skills.
• Demonstrate ability to work cooperatively with others in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Demonstrate ability to maintain a sense of urgency, initiative, and a commitment to work assignments.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Requirements:

• BS/MS in Engineering preferred or closely related field.
• Proven experience utilizing project management techniques and tools.
• Experience in 3D CAD/PLM systems a plus.
• Experience with applications including MS Project, Excel, Word, and Outlook a plus.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT REPRESENTATIVE - Buford, GA

Position Summary: The Technical Support Representative assists field servicers in the repair of Viking major appliances.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support to field service technicians by answering technical questions and providing technical support via phone and email
• Work with consumers via phone and email
• Document technical information requests by entering information into service data base
• Work with RSM, engineering & customer support departments

Skills/Requirements:

• 3-5+ years of experience in gas, electrical, and/or refrigeration appliance repair or comparable experience in a technical field
• Ability to problem solve technical issues
• Previous technical support or technical training experience a plus
• Education and/or training in a technical field preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience using a computer
• Team player with initiative and a desire to learn and grow with the company