Progress Programmer needed for contract in Cleveland, OH

Well, you knew it was coming, so here it is. Duration is 6-9 months, renewable, on-site in Cleveland. Rate is standard, all-inclusive and based on experience. MFG/PRO experience is mandatory, so let's not waste time if you don't have it.

Technical Requirements:
* 2+ years Progress programming Version 8 or 9
* UNIX/Linux Shell Scripting
* QAD MFG/PRO experience

Non-technical skills required:
* Knowledge of manufacturing systems
* Knowledge of accounting-related processes
* Strong communication and project skills to support user requirements gathering and implementaion

Skills/Experience Preferred:
* Familiarity with the accounting aspects of the QAD system
* Knowledge of DBA type functions

To apply, please send resume and references to HR-Ohio.

ERP Applications Programmer Analyst

Activities & Responsibilities

• Assists with development and maintenance of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Customizes and configures programs for user ERP applications.
• Tests ERP programs to ensure the system is meeting corporate needs.
• Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Performs a variety of tasks.
• Resolve various help desk calls.
• Applies system solutions to business problems through the design and programming of automated systems.
  • Configures, designs, develops, and maintains ERP program codes and applications to support business processes and functions. Works on elements of large, complex installations.
  • Performs all aspects of programming assignments, and assists with systems design.
  • Fully knowledgeable in Progress ERP programming language.
  • Applies knowledge and experience with technology and application development methodologies to perform basic systems analysis techniques, testing, debugging, and file design.
  • Understands and adheres to documentation standards, file design and coding standards. Works closely with customers, business analysts, and team members to understand business requirements that drive the analysis and design of quality technical solutions.
  • These solutions must be aligned with business and IT strategies and comply with the organization's architectural standards. Make recommendations towards the development of new code or reuse of existing code.
• Reviews, analyzes, and modifies programs including encoding, testing, debugging and documenting programs.
  • Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
  • Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
  • Performs a variety of tasks. Provide consultation on complex programs.
• Designs, plans, and coordinates work assignments.
  • Provides technical support to other team members.
  • Handles complex application features and technical designs.
  • Designs and implements the components required for complex application features.

Knowledge & Skillset

• QAD MFG/PRO
• Progress Programming and Data Schema functionality
• Web Speed Programming
• Unix Operating System
• Strong cross-functional communication skills
• Microsoft Windows & SQL familiarity

Site is Vernon Hills, IL. Initial contract is for 4 months, can be extended. Rate is $50-70+/hour DOE. Must have QAD MFG/PRO experience.

Progress DBA Contract, Offsite Option

Here's an opportunity for someone who's set up to telecommute. The contract would be 6 to 8 weeks worth of DBA work for a client in Cleveland, OH. But telecommuting would work for the right individual.

As always, I hesitate to even say the word "telecommute" because I know I'll be flooded with resumes from people with a late-nineties model PC and a 56K modem or with no PC at all. You must be a serious professional consultant. That means you must have your own equipment; access to at least 2 PCs, preferably notebooks, running at least Win 2000 Pro and up-to-date virus protection with a high-speed internet connection behind a hardware firewall (router). Downtime is not an option. Acts of God will be considered as a legitimate excuse -- I hope that clarifies the seriousness of 99.99% uptime.

The rate would be $50-65/hour DOE. This is a stop gap position with a lot of opportunities to be a hero and it could easily turn into more for someone who is really serious. You need to be willing to work extra hours and get down and dirty with data. If you are a prima donna who doesn't want to wear a cell phone then please look elsewhere.

MFG/PRO Support and Administration in Akron, OH

This is a 3-month to 6-month project with a completely open rate. The client is moving from MFG/PRO to SAP and they need a "stop-gap" support person. Here's the listing:

"MFG/PRO administrator needed for Akron, OH company. Client is moving from QAD to SAP and they need someone to administer and support the existing MFG/PRO implementation. Experience with both MFG/PRO and Progress necessary."

Short QAD Project in Akron/Canton, Ohio area

Let me emphasize short; one-month maximum. They say they want someone to design a custom front-end for their MFG-PRO application, customer service and sales module. Rates are around $60-70/hour DOE.

Good contract if you are between gigs, but don't "quit your day job" over this one. There is no promise or even a hint from the client that this could lead to more work.

What's it gonna take?

I was just reminiscing the other day about my leap into the world of contracting in 1997. I was pretty pleased that it resulted in a 15% increase in my compensation, even though I was thrown into a cubicle in an IT center with 50+ other contractors.

But I was even more pleased when I was recruited for an even better position 9 month's later for effectively a 70% increase over that starting salary. I was back in my area of expertise -- Progress programming -- and I started working on projects where my knowledge and skills were in far greater demand.

So I hope people doing Progress Programming now, 10 years later, can see in this little narrative of mine a reason to consider jumping at the contract position I've recently posted, especially those working for, say, a certain local paint/chemical company? This position is for a large firm, but the chosen contractor would be part of a smaller, "elite team", if you will, and not just a body-shop hired hand. You deserve a break and a chance to distinguish yourself.

Recently, through negotiations, the rate for this 6-month contract has gone up; I would say the minimum rate is around $55/hour all-inclusive, and I stress that is a minimum. Use the link in the sidebar to send me your resume. Let's work on this together; I look forward to hearing from you!

Big QAD Implementation in Farmington Hills, MI

Yes, I'm working with another firm on this. They need a lot of people, so details like "I won't be available for 5 weeks" or "I'm Canadian" can probably be worked around for the interested party.

Details are forth-coming. The initial contracts will be between 6 and 12 months.

Progress Programmer Contract Position

Our new client needs a Progress Programmer with MFG/PRO experience (2 years minimum) for a 6-month contract with a large corporation. Linux experience is a "nice to have".

This is for a new client with a fairly small IT shop in the Cleveland area. The minimum rate would be $45/hour and up, depending on experience. A contractor who performs well will almost certainly be renewed after the initial contract is up.

All work will initially be performed on-site, but after the initial period, client will consider allowing Programmer to work off-site for approximately 40% of the work week.

Please send resume and references to HR-Ohio.

QAD Project Manager in Springfield, MA

The client is augmenting the currently implemented QAD MFG/PRO system. Project manager will managed project and several technical personnel including programmers.

Duration is estimated at 16 months. Work will be performed on site and will be broken in 2 separate phases of 8 months each.

Rate is $75-85/hour DOE.

Please send resume and references to HR-Ohio.

Progress DBA for Cleveland Area

Responsible for all activities related to administration and support of Progress database environment for the global QAD system. Advises on administrative policies and procedures, technical problems, priorities and methods. Projects long-range requirements for database administration. Includes creation of databases, daily maintenance, and DR activities in Linux environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Backup/restore
Creation and maintenance of QAD-related databases
Capacity planning
Documentation of environment including data standards, procedures etc.
Performance tuning
Startup/shutdown script management
Database version upgrades
Assist with other departmental duties as requested or necessary to meet the business condition.
Observe all company policies and procedures including housekeeping, safety, and confidentiality of information.

REQUIREMENTS
Progress 4GL Database Administration experience, understanding of Linux based systems, personal computer hardware and software, networking, relational database and proper DBA techniques
Effective production of linux scripts as scheduled, plus readily understood, complete documentation and operating instructions.
Accurate and timely maintenance of programs and documentation and a cooperative attitude with all contacts are necessary to good performance.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
BS/BA or minimum of 5 to 7 years Progress database administration experience.
5-7 years experience in Linux/Unix environment.

COMPENSATION
Salary: $75,000 - $82,000 DOE
Full Medical benefits + vision, dental, 401K