Associate Application Developer

The Associate Application Developer will help grow and enhance our fully custom Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and other internal applications that power our daily operations. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong fundamentals who’s excited to learn, contribute, and help scale mission-critical systems to enterprise levels.

You’ll work across the full technology stack with a strong emphasis on building software that is scalable, performant, reliable, and easy to support.

What you will do!

Application Development

• Support and enhance existing components within our FileMaker based MES such as layouts, scripts, calculations, and data relationships under guidance from senior developers
• Design, develop, and support new modern full-stack web applications across front-end, integration, and data layers
• Contribute to system architecture discussions to ensure scalability, performance, and maintainability
• Help create clean, reusable, and well-documented code components

Testing, Documentation, and Release Support

• Help establish, adhere to, and enforce development standards & practices
• Support implementation activities including launch checklists, test plans, and user training
• Follow team standards for version control and the software development life cycle
• Document application changes and technical processes
• Assist with evaluating and implementing software upgrades

Support, Collaboration, and Continuous Improvement

• Respond to user issues, reproduce problems, and implement fixes with attention to root causes
• Work closely with senior developers, IT Operations, and business stakeholders to learn operational context and understand business needs
• Identify and recommend software improvements and implement approved changes
• Continuously learn new tools, frameworks, and best practices

Do you have experience in Version control?, * 2-5 years of professional experience in software and/or web development

• Experience with several of the following: Next.js, Tailwind, React, JavaScript/TypeScript, Visual Basic, JSON, and relational databases such as MS SQL Server, Postgres, etc.
• Foundational understanding of full stack web application architecture
• Experience with version control systems such as Git, GitHub, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment strategies
• Experience with REST APIs and client-server concepts
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a “fix it” mindset
• Ability to communicate clearly and collaborate in a team environment
• Comfortable collaborating with non-technical stakeholders to translate business needs into technical requirements
• Ability to adhere to all GMP’s

Nice to Have (Not Required)!

• Experience with Claris FileMaker software
• Experience learning, supporting, and extending complex legacy systems
• Exposure to database design and optimization concepts
• Experience leveraging AI within software development processes (UI, scripting, documentation, etc.)
• Exposure to manufacturing processes, MES/ERP concepts, and other operations workflows
• Interest in scalability, performance optimization, and system reliability

Core Strengths & Mindset!

• Eagerness to learn and grow technically
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Ability to balance technical work with business needs
• Attention to quality, reliability, and maintainability

4.04.0 out of 5 stars 1976 Avastar Parkway NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49544 Hybrid work $70,000 - $90,000 a year - Full-time, Pulled from the full job description

• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Disability insurance, * Competitive compensation
• Paid time off
• Tuition and professional certification assistance
• Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, STD and LTD insurance
• 401k with match
• Employee Assistance program
• Clean, modern work environment
• Onsite fitness facilities
• Office Happy Hours, Summer BBQ’s, Celebrations!

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• Do you understand that this is a full-time, on-site position and that remote or hybrid work is not being offered?

Profile Films is a highly respected, customer-focused extruder and converter of plastic film located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. For over 25 years, Profile has succeeded by providing exceptional customer service and value-added product solutions for our customers while creating a great place for our employees to work and contribute. At Profile, we don’t just sell custom plastic packaging; we sell trust and dependability. Our team members provide quality products and exceptional service for our customers every day. At Profile you will find a great work environment in a beautiful modern facility and the opportunity to be an important part of well-established, but rapidly growing company