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Job Description Director of Bakery Operations Job Purpose Summary: The Director of Bakery Operations (DBO) leads the culinary program at Joe Van Gogh. This position directly oversees the management of the South Court Bakery and Woodcroft Kitchen. The DBO is constantly working to grow and improve the culinary program at Joe Van Gogh through recipe development, improving SOPs, developing new streams of revenue, and fostering meaningful wholesale relationships. The DBO carefully sources products and ingredients and develops recipes for the cafes and wholesale customers. The DBO is a company leader and works closely with other company leaders to promote and elevate the culinary department and the Joe Van Gogh brand. Reports To: VP of Human Resources and OperationsDirect Reports: Bakery ManagerStatus: Full Time Salaried Operations • Meets weekly and sends monthly report to VP., • Ensures that all bakery products meet quality standards., • Resolves wholesale customer conflicts, facility issues, equipment challenges, etc., • Examines bakery and food bar financials, implements strategies to improve sales or labor percentages as needed., • Handles sensitive and private employee and customer information with care according to JVG policies., • Coordinates delivery van maintenance., • Coordinates major equipment repairs and purchasing., • Sources products that align with production needs and company values., • Manages the finances of South Court and Woodcroft including invoicing, financial review, profit margins,, • Project manager for seasonal menu changes., • Continually improves bakery and kitchen SOPs., • Manages the wholesale bakery program including communicating, monitoring invoicing, and problem solving. Team Management • Holds monthly 1v1 meeting with management, compiles notes and follows up accordingly., • Collaborates with LTD to create and monitor job descriptions and review forms., • Thoughtfully compiles and presents performance reviews, references pay scale accurately., • Utilizes and files all human resource paperwork correctly., • Gives feedback regularly and encourages team members to set goals., • Trains new and current managers, delegates to share workload effectively., • Ensures compliance with all JVG policies., • Ensure best practices and maintain high quality standards in product preparation., • Addresses performance challenges with direct reports, utilizing HR as a resource as applicableCollaborative Contribution, • Attends and contributes to retail and corporate operations meetings., • Brainstorms and tests new initiatives, communicates effectively with team members., • Shares feedback and contributes to continuous improvement of bakery structures and resources., • Completes additional projects as assigned., • Collaborates with stakeholders on new culinary department initiatives., • Coordinates with marketing for social posts, special events, program expansion.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS, • At least three years’ experience running a culinary program., • At least two years’ experience with commercial recipe development, • Superior teamwork, leadership, and collaboration skills., • Passion for serving others and leading a team in a fast-paced environment., • Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders., • Passion for learning; ability to efficiently apply new skills and systems., • Ability to offer and accept feedback, inspire others, and delegate effectively., • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects / priorities simultaneously., • Ability to help employees learn and grow through performance challenges, with the support of HR., • Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license., • Criminal background check as required by JVG’s institutional partners, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office SuitePHYSICAL DEMAND, • Prolonged, frequent ingestion of pastry and food products, coffee, tea, and other caffeinated beverages., • Prolonged periods of constant repetitive motion with hands and wrists., • Prolonged periods of time on foot, squatting, kneeling, and bending., • Ability to lift 50 pounds or more.

Job Description Location: Durham, NC (Hybrid) ABOUT US: Victra is Verizon’s largest premium retailer in the United States. We thrive on collaboration, innovation, and performance. Our mission is to “Connect technology to life in a trustworthy, fun, and profitable way.” We work closely with Verizon and our brand partners to deliver exceptional product offerings, promotions, and campaigns that drive in-store traffic and revenue. JOB DESCRIPTION: The Marketing Operations Manager (CRM & AI) is responsible for owning Victra’s CRM strategy and leveraging AI and automation to improve marketing performance. This role sits at the intersection of customer data, CRM execution, and AI-driven automation. It is focused on building scalable systems across email, SMS, and the CDP that drive revenue, improve efficiency, and enable personalized customer engagement. This is not only a campaign execution role, but owns how CRM and AI work together to drive business outcomes. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: CRM Strategy & Lifecycle Management • Own the end-to-end CRM strategy across email, SMS, and lifecycle programs, • Build and optimize customer journeys across acquisition, onboarding, engagement, and retention, • Define segmentation and targeting strategies using customer data, • Identify and implement opportunities to improve CRM performance through AI and automation, • Lead the adoption of AI tools to support campaign execution, personalization, and content generation, • Develop and scale automated workflows that improve speed, quality, and consistency, • Own how CRM connects to the CDP and broader marketing data ecosystem, • Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and usability across systems, • Translate customer data into actionable segmentation and personalization strategies, • Define and track key CRM performance metrics (engagement, conversion, revenue contribution), • Build reporting that clearly communicates performance and optimization opportunities, • Ensure data integrity across dashboards and reporting outputs, • Build repeatable processes that allow CRM programs to scale efficiently, • Standardize campaign planning, execution, and measurement frameworks, • Reduce manual work through automation and improved workflows, • CRM becomes a primary driver of revenue and incrementally drives gross profit, • Marketing execution becomes more automated, scalable, and efficient, • Customer engagement becomes more personalized and data-driven, • AI is embedded into everyday marketing operations WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: • 5+ years of experience in CRM, marketing operations, or lifecycle marketing, • Hands-on experience with HubSpot, • Experience executing and optimizing email and SMS campaigns, • Strong understanding of segmentation, targeting, and lifecycle strategy, • Strong organizational and project management skills, • Experience implementing AI or automation in marketing workflows, • Familiarity with CDP environments and customer data integration, • Experience in multi-location retail or high-volume B2C environments, • Experience managing vendors or external partners, • Familiarity with marketing compliance requirements (e.g., CAN-SPAM, TCPA) WHY JOIN US? • Paid training and career development opportunities., • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance., • 401k retirement plan., • Tuition reimbursement., • Employee discounts on Verizon services., • Referral bonuses and exciting contests., • Career pathing opportunities. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees' differences, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or Veteran status. Different makes us better.

Job Description About the Company: Bell and Howell delivers technology-driven Automation Services and Automation Solutions that help businesses optimize performance, reduce downtime, and improve customer experiences. Our Automation Services bring a dedicated team of expert mechatronic service engineers completely covering North America and backed by our Integrated 360™ advanced technology enabling remote repair, diagnostics, automated SmartOps Dispatch™ and 24/7/365 technical assistance for our clients. We provide a comprehensive and certified level of support for thousands of diversified clients. Our Automated Solutions product portfolio consists of next-generation equipment delivering best-in-class performance enhancing workflow efficiency and elevating customer experiences across multiple markets including retail, pharmaceuticals, packaging, mail production, ecommerce and manufacturing – all backed by the best service in the industry. Position Title: Manager, Mechatronics Engineering Location: Durham, NC (Company HQ); not a remote position Summary: We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Manager, Mechatronics Engineering to lead the development and execution of innovative mechatronic product solutions. This role is responsible for overseeing end-to-end product development initiatives, leading cross-functional engineering teams, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions aligned with business objectives. This is a high-impact leadership role that blends technical expertise, strategic execution, and people leadership to drive product innovation and operational excellence. Position Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Management Leads, coaches, and develops a team of mechatronics engineers and technical professionals, fostering a high-performance, accountable, and collaborative culture. Provides direction and oversight to cross-functional project teams across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain, while establishing team priorities, allocating resources, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Product Development & Program Leadership Owns and drives the full lifecycle of mechatronic product development initiatives, from concept through commercialization. Leads multiple concurrent projects, ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets. Translates product requirements into executable engineering plans and technical specifications and partners closely with Product Management and Marketing to align deliverables with customer and market needs. Technical & Strategic Oversight Provides technical leadership in mechatronics system design, automation, and integration. Guides architectural decisions to ensure alignment with long-term product strategy, while evaluating risks, troubleshooting complex technical challenges, and implementing effective solutions. Operational & Financial Management Develops and manages project budgets, forecasts, and resource plans, while monitoring financial performance and driving cost optimization initiatives as needed. Ensures compliance with company policies, engineering standards, and regulatory requirements. Stakeholder Engagement Serves as a key liaison between Engineering, Product Management, Manufacturing, and Executive Leadership. Communicates project status, risks, and performance metrics to senior leadership and collaborates with external partners, suppliers, and customers as needed. Qualifications Education & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field required; Master’s degree preferred, • 8+ years of progressive experience in mechatronics, automation, or product development engineering, • Strong knowledge of mechatronics systems, automation, and integrated product development, • Experience with CAD tools such as NX, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD, • Demonstrated ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and drive results in a fast-paced environment, • Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities, • Primarily office-based with occasional interaction in lab or production environments, • Ability to sit, stand, and use a computer for extended periods Key Relationships • Internal 90% Senior Management, Engineering, Marketing, Service, Manufacturing, and Quality Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Bell and Howell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is company policy to administer employment based solely on an individual’s qualifications, ability and performance without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Job DescriptionTitleRetail Operations Associate LocationMuseum of Life and Science About the OrganizationThe Museum of Life and Science, one of North Carolina’s top family destinations, has been a beloved Durham institution for 75 years. The Museum features 84 acres of exhibits, experiences, and outdoor exploration, including one of the East Coast's largest butterfly conservatories and a two-story science center. As an accredited zoo, the Museum is home to lemurs, black bears, endangered red wolves, and more than 140 species of live animals, butterflies, and insects. Readers of Durham Magazine, Indy Week, and Carolina Parent have repeatedly named us the top Museum in the Triangle. Charity Navigator rated the Museum, a 501(c3) nonprofit organization, 100 out of 100-- the highest possible score. Our mission is to create a place of lifelong learning where people of all ages embrace science as a way of knowing about themselves, their community, and their world. The Museum serves our increasingly diverse community with interactive and accessible experiences that build and develop lifelong connections with science, nature, and critical thinking. The Museum partners with NASA, NOAA, the National Science Foundation, Duke University, NC State University, and the University of North Carolina on many research projects and programs. In addition to an incredible team of co-workers, the Museum provides competitive compensation commensurate with experience, as well as a full array of employee benefits for eligible positions, including a generous 403b retirement plan with employer contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, flex-spending plans, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, nine paid annual holidays, employee appreciation events, and a family membership to the Museum. Full-Time/Part-TimePart-Time Exempt/Non-ExemptNon-Exempt Description Position Objective: Supports the Museum’s mission by providing excellent customer service to enhance the customers’ retail experience and maintaining strong operational protocol to protect the Museum’s assets. Responsibilities: • Provides exemplary customer service to all guests according to accepted service standards., • Knowledgeable about current product lines and communicates product information to customers., • Knows and adheres to all policies and procedures, such as opening and closing, receiving, and maintaining inventory, cash register operations, food handler guidelines, and other administrative duties., • Supports coffee bar operations by serving beverages and food, on occasion., • Assists the Retail Operations Manager, Retail Operations Assistant Manager, and Lead Retail Operations Associates in carrying out all necessary retail operations., • Knows and ensures that Museum policies and procedures are followed., • Knows and adheres to all merchandising standards with high attention to detail., • Always adheres to Museum safety procedures., • Engages with Museum visitors in a positive and helpful way to support an enjoyable and safe guest experience., • Prioritizes the Museum’s values of inclusion and kindness in all interactions with staff, volunteers, and guests., • Additional duties as needed Actual Pay Rate: $15.00/hour Position Requirements • A demonstrated passion for customer service, • Ability to accurately handle cash, charge, check, and gift card transactions, • Basic knowledge of computer systems, • Ability to stand for up to 9 hours, • Ability to maneuver around sales floor and stock room including repetitive bending, prolonged standing, twisting, and climbing, • Ability to withstand prolonged periods of repetitive motions with hands/wrists, • Ability to lift 40 pounds, • Flexible schedule with weekend and potential evening work, • Sales/Retail Experience, • Coffee bar experience, • Spanish Fluency, • Visual Merchandising Experience, • Familiarity with CounterpointShiftVarious Shifts Pay Range$15.00/hour EOE StatementThe Museum of Life and Science is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, military or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, we will provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. As an equal opportunity employer, we value the differences and benefits that a diverse culture brings. Join us!

Job Description Assistant Community Manager opening located in the Durham, NC area. About Us: Founded in 1906, S.L. Nusbaum Realty Co. is one of the largest real estate development companies in the southeastern United States. We are a well established, highly respected, Virginia based company that manages over 30,000 multifamily units throughout the mid-Atlantic region. We offer a full spectrum of real estate services, including multifamily, office, industrial, retail, land and investment sales and leasing, third party property management, mixed-use development, commercial development, multi-family development, apartment leasing and a full menu of financial services. S.L. Nusbaum Realty Co. has developed, managed, sold and leased millions of square feet of all property types throughout Virginia with a main focus in the Hampton Roads and Richmond area markets. Why work with us? • Consistently named one of Hampton Roads' Top Workplaces by Inside Business, reflecting the dedication, talent, and commitment of our outstanding team., • Proud multi-year recipient of CoVa BIZ Best of Business (BOB) Gold Awards in three distinct categories: Best Property Management, Best Commercial Property Management, and Best Commercial Real Estate Company., • Recognized as a National Apartment Association (NAA) Top Employer for five consecutive years., • Honored as one of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in Hampton Roads by The Civic 50 Hampton Roads, recognizing our strong commitment to community engagement and corporate responsibility., • We offer a robust training program designed to equip team members with the knowledge, skills, and support needed to succeed and grow in their roles. Reports To: Community Manager Supervises: All On-Site Personnel in Community Manager's Absence Position Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt SUMMARY OF POSITION : Performs a variety of administrative duties related to the overall management of the property and assumes supervisory authority when the Community Manager is away from the property. This position is considered an essential function to the operation of the community therefore, consistent attendance is an essential function of this position, as it directly impacts the employee’s ability to perform their duties effectively and ensures proper workflow and communication within the team. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : • Abides by Fair Housing Laws., • Performs all tasks relating to leasing the property, such as:, • Showing the property to prospective residents, preparing lease packets, run credit reports, inspects properties after “move-outs” and prior to “move-ins.”, • Actively participates in the leasing of the property while striving for quality residency., • Handles the accounting and posting duties for deposits and rent payments., • Responds to telephone requests from residents and the public., • Handles payroll administration aligning with Payroll Department., • Tracks traffic through the property, • Prepares purchase orders., • Coordinates maintenance requests with the Maintenance Supervisor, • Aggressively work on resident retention through positive resident relationships., • Make bank deposits., • Attend meetings on behalf of the Community Manager., • Supervise pool attendants., • Assist Maintenance department with computer equipment., • Train Employees, • High School Diploma/GED, • May be supplemented by prior supervisory experience in a customer service environment., • Current Fair Housing Certification, • Advanced college courses in management, public relations, or accounting., • Physical Activities up to and including, typing, walking, bending, stooping, reaching, climbing stairs, or standing for periods of time., • Paid Time Off, • Paid Holidays, • Medical, dental and vision insurance, • 401(k) Enrollment Opportunity with employer match, • Employer Paid Basic Life and Short-Term Disability, • Potential opportunity for savings in rent (property and ownership specific), • Pet Insurance, • Paid Volunteer Hours

Job DescriptionAt Rowan, we are all about making ear piercing experiences a celebration full of joy! Rowan is an innovative ear-piercing and hypoallergenic jewelry brand that brings safety to the forefront with our team of licensed nurses – and celebration to every customer with our joyful approach to piercings and jewelry. Our priority is to offer a fun, celebratory, and safe ear piercing experience for everyone. When we say piercing for all, we mean it. Everybody is invited to this ear party! About This Role: Rowan's Piercing Studio Nurse, reporting to the Studio Manager, is dedicated to providing a safe, clean, and joyful ear-piercing experience. As a Rowan Nurse you will leverage your highly respected nursing skills and expertise to perform piercings with the utmost care and precision. Nurses are our skin-saving, infection-fighting, and customer-calming superheroes – essential skills that make Rowan’s signature clinical ear piercing services a true delight. Your role is all about building trust and excitement, turning each piercing into a fun and memorable milestone! What you’ll do:Customer Service: • Create magical and memorable customer experiences by combining top-notch clinical care with a celebratory atmosphere during each piercing session., • Ensure customer's safety and comfort and smooth flow of customer care., • Provide confident, clear, and professional communication with clients throughout their entire piercing experience., • Create a comforting atmosphere for customers, easing their concerns to ensure a relaxed and confident piercing experience., • Educate customers on aftercare, promoting Rowan's After Care to support healing and ensure their well-being., • Conduct a thorough ear evaluation to find the perfect earring placement and offer personalized styling advice., • Actively monitor the customer experience, quickly addressing and resolving any issues to maintain Rowan's clinical piercing standards., • Maintain a sterile and aseptic environment at the nurse station and on the procedure tray, ensuring all surfaces, instruments, and supplies are clean and properly sanitized to prevent contamination and promote customer safety., • Use your expert knowledge of skin care and infection control and prevention to provide professional and personalized piercing services. Studio Support:, • Collaborate with the Studio Manager to keep operations running smoothly and foster a joyful, celebratory atmosphere., • Flexibility to fill shifts as needed., • May mentor and train new nurses to uphold Rowan's Clinical Piercing Standards, including shadowing piercing services and observing customer interactions., • Stay attentive to anything that could impact the customer experience, and quickly report any issues to management while collaborating to resolve them.Inventory and Supplies:, • Ensure all piercing stations, including the nurse cart, mayo stand, and nurse nook, are always stocked with the necessary supplies and ready for any customer needs., • Ensure the safety and cleanliness of our services by sterilizing jewelry and needle piercing instruments.Studio Operations:, • Follow state, federal, and CDC guidelines closely to ensure a sanitary and safe piercing experience.Sales:, • Ensure high-quality performance to support key studio metrics, including revenue growth, efficiency in piercing services (e.g., piercings per hour), increasing average order value, and boosting sales., • Educate customers on Rowan After Care, and the benefits of bringing home an extra pair of hypoallergenic, non-piercing jewelry to promote healing.Reporting and Communication:, • Quickly address and escalate operational concerns, ensuring clear communication with management and team members to implement solutions efficiently.What you bring to the table:, • Required Certifications: Active RN or LPN/LVN License., • Professional and engaging customer care approach., • Warm, friendly, team player with an entrepreneurial spirit., • Excited to create celebratory, memorable experiences for our customers., • Skilled in providing both technical and non-technical information to customers and community members., • Interest in working in a retail environment with sales goals., • Obsessive attention to detail., • Availability to work a flexible schedule, including during peak times such as holidays and weekends., • Open to all experience levels; newly licensed nurses are welcome. Additional training in pediatrics and/or ear piercing is a plus., • Dedicated to delivering exceptional service and maintaining a safe, clean environment for every customer.Nurse Benefits & Perks:, • Compensation: $24-49 per hour, consisting of $24 an hour base wage plus an estimated $25 per hour in tips once fully trained!, • While Piercing Nurses keep 100% of earned tips, tips are customer-provided, are not guaranteed and can vary by location., • Ongoing training and career pathways to grow your nursing career at Rowan., • Paid accrued Vacation and Sick Time for full-time employees., • Medical/Dental/Vision Health Plans for full time employees., • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Resources., • 401k and Roth IRA Plans., • Generous employee discounts on our amazing products and services!