Logistics And Warehousing Jobs in Tower Lakes

Who We Are

The International Warehouse Logistics Association (IWLA) is a trade association dedicated to supporting warehouse logistics providers across North America. We are elevating our educational portfolio, modernizing our LMS and digital learning infrastructure, and building meaningful learning experiences that help members grow. Our team values collaboration, service, clarity, and continuous improvement.

Who We Seek

We are looking for an LMS & Curriculum Development Manager who is passionate about adult learning, digital learning systems, and creating high‑quality educational experiences for industry professionals. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys organizing complex content, working with subject matter experts, and building structured, scalable learning pathways. If you are service‑oriented, detail‑driven, and energized by supporting members and events, we want to hear from you!

What You Will Do

• Manage and optimize IWLA’s Learning Management System (LMS).
• Develop and maintain curriculum frameworks, learning pathways, and certificate programs.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) to source, review, and improve learning content.
• Lead the development of IWLA’s Essentials Certificate Program.
• Support educational programming for IWLA’s Annual Convention and live events.
• Assist in session planning, presenter support, and ensuring a positive member experience.
• Analyze LMS data to evaluate program effectiveness and implement improvements.
• Create structure, organize content, and uphold quality standards across all learning products.
• Stay current on adult learning practices, adult learning theory, and association education trends.

What You Will Need

• 3–5+ years of experience in adult learning, L&D, LMS administration, or digital learning operations.
• Hands-on experience managing or configuring an LMS (any platform).
• Strong understanding of adult learning theory and professional learning design.
• Experience collaborating with SMEs, speakers, or industry contributors.
• Excellent communication, organization, and judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines with consistency.
• A service‑focused, team‑oriented approach to work.
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, L&D, or related field preferred.
• Willingness to attend IWLA events and support onsite learning experiences.
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

What We Offer

• An engaging role shaping IWLA’s growing digital learning ecosystem.
• Opportunities to build and refine curriculum, certificates, and learning pathways.
• A collaborative, mission-driven team with support from IWLA leadership.
• Exposure to LMS platforms, adult learning strategy, SME relationships, and association education.
• No-cost health benefits, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and employee assistance program.
• 401(k) matching and financial education resources.
• 22 Work From Home Days.
• Professional development support and opportunities for advancement.

Job Type & Compensation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $76,000 - $90,000

Expected Hours: 40 per week

Location: Schaumburg, IL (On-Site)

Travel: Up to 20% annually (Annual Convention + education events)

Benefits:

• 401(k) 6% Match
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Non-profit accounting: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: Schaumburg, IL 60173

• In person (Required)

JOB SUMMARY

Navia is where people, technology, and data combine. We are a fully integrated freight and logistics company delivering empowered outcomes across all aspects of the supply chain, including sea freight, air freight, customs clearance, and third-party logistics/e-commerce.

Our Values: Since 2003, we’ve been defined by driving innovation, delivering transparency, leading with high-performance outcomes, and empowering partnerships.

Innovation - Since Navia began, we’ve been an early adopter of technology, and we’ve pushed the boundaries of that technology to drive even greater efficiency. By helping our clients transform their businesses, we’re also transforming our industry for the better.

Transparency - We’ve always believed that greater clarity delivers greater outcomes. That’s why Navia was founded on accountability, integrity, and loyalty. Our services and systems provide full visibility for clients, and our culture is one of total transparency.

Performance - Only people with years of on-the-ground experience can create freight-forwarding solutions that move the industry ahead. We have the leading people, processes, and high-performance technology in place to deliver consistently superior results.

Partnerships - Partnerships are at the heart of Navia. We’re a trusted team with an embedded collective spirit of going beyond the expected. By making the complex simple, we empower our clients to reach heights. With agility, efficiency, and experience, our purpose is simply this: to deliver value.

At Navia, we take pride in offering a truly end-to-end supply chain solution—one that delivers consistent performance across the entire process, not just in select areas. As a growing business, we are focused on strengthening our footprint in North America and expanding our market presence. To support this growth, we are seeking a dedicated Customs Entry Specialist to join our team.

The Customs Entry Specialist will play a key role in ensuring the smooth clearance of goods through customs. Responsibilities include analyzing shipment documents to extract the data required for customs entry, entering that data into the system, and obtaining the necessary clearances. The role also involves communicating clearance status with forwarding partners, coordinating with PGAs and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (USCBP), and responding to any requests. Additionally, the Customs Entry Specialist will help ensure goods are delivered on time and coordinate payment processes when Navia is not acting as the forwarder.

Reports to: Customs Entry Supervisor

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational

• File ISFs timely upon receipt.
• Monitor workflow to ensure shipments are being cleared timely.
• Review documents to ensure all information required for customs clearance has been provided.
• Communicate with clients to collect the required information.
• Provide CBP and other PGAs documents when requested.
• Communicate Customs release with clients/forwarders.
• Attend training seminars.
• Pay Statements and monitor duty payments.

Accounting

• Pay fees and bill clients timely.
• Monitor Accounting reports.
• Ensure customs billing is complete and timely for customs accounts.
• Ensure brokerage fees in the forwarding package are correct.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School with experience or Bachelor's degree
• 3 to 5 years of professional experience or related training
• Experience with organization, planning, and follow-through

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Transportation, or Supply Chain Management
• 5+ years of experience in Customs Brokerage
• Experience in client-facing roles
• Experiences with other agencies clearances
• Experience working in a Excel
• Competency in Microsoft Office and Google applications

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• The job is performed indoors in a traditional office setting. Activities include extended periods of sitting while working at a computer and occasional fast-paced operations and events.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to communicate orally with customers, vendors, management, and co-workers. Regular use of the telephone, virtual meetings, and e-mail for communication. Hearing, vision, and speaking within normal ranges are essential for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information, and to prepare or inspect documents.
• Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computers, calculators, and copiers.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to grasp, handle, or feel; and operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone keypad.

We are a growing asset based ( over 180 company drivers ) logistics company built for ambitious freight professionals who want true independence with real support. Our mission is to empower freight broker agents with the tools, transparency, and partnership needed to scale their business—without giving up ownership of their clients.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage freight from cradle to grave
• Maintain and grow your existing book of business
• Build long-term relationships with shippers and carriers
• Negotiate rates and manage daily operations independently
• Use our systems and support team to scale operation

What We Offer:

• Independent agent model (no non-compete)
• Work with your own clients + company freight
• No startup costs
• Remote work from anywhere in the U.S.
• Commission-based compensation (performance-driven)
• Full back-office, dispatch, safety, and compliance support
• Access to DAT, Truckstop, CRM, and carrier network
• Transparent reporting and real-time visibility

What We’re Looking For:

• 1+ years of freight broker or agent experience
• Existing book of business preferred
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset and self-motivation
• Must reside in the United States

If you’re an experienced broker agent looking for true independence with real support, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits:

• Work from home

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Director, Indirect Procurement to join their team. You will lead a large, enterprise-wide spend portfolio. This is a highly visible role for a procurement leader who thrives in hands-on, stakeholder-facing environments and brings deep expertise across transportation, logistics, facilities, and utilities categories. This position offers the opportunity to shape strategy while remaining closely embedded in the business—working directly with executive leadership, plant operations, and cross-functional partners to drive value, resilience, and long-term capability.

The Opportunity:

The Director of Indirect Procurement will own and lead a $1B+ annual indirect spend portfolio, with primary emphasis on:

• Transportation and logistics (3PL – over-the-road and ocean).
• Warehousing and distribution services.
• Utilities, facilities, and site services.

This leader will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that balance cost, service, risk, and scalability across a multi-site manufacturing and operations footprint.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead enterprise-wide sourcing strategies across transportation, logistics, warehousing, utilities, facilities, and related indirect categories.
• Act as a trusted business partner to senior executives and site leadership, ensuring procurement is fully embedded in core business decisions.
• Drive total cost of ownership improvements while maintaining service continuity and supply assurance.
• Lead complex supplier negotiations and long-term contractual strategies across domestic and international providers.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships that enable innovation, flexibility, and performance improvement.
• Partner closely with operations, finance, engineering, and HR to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
• Develop and manage annual value creation targets, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Ensure procurement governance, policies, and standards are consistently applied across the organization.

Leadership & Talent Development:

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing indirect procurement team.
• Play an active role in hiring, onboarding, and succession planning for procurement talent.
• Establish clear performance expectations, development plans, and engagement rhythms.
• Foster a hands-on, collaborative culture that values accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as a primary procurement interface to executive leadership and senior business stakeholders.
• Navigate complex, sometimes competing priorities across multiple plants and functions.
• Travel to manufacturing sites, vendors, and key stakeholders as needed (approximately 20–25%; majority of sites located in IL/WI).

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
• Significant, progressive leadership experience in indirect procurement within large, complex organizations.
• Deep expertise in transportation procurement (3PL – over-the-road and ocean), warehousing, utilities, and facilities.
• Proven experience managing and influencing large-scale spend portfolios (approaching or exceeding $1B annually).
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence, challenge, and partner at the senior leadership level.
• Hands-on leadership style with a track record of being embedded in the business.
• Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing, industrial, or asset-intensive environments.
• Background in organizations with mature procurement and sourcing functions.
• Exposure to international suppliers and global sourcing strategies.

Compensation Range: $200,000 - $240,000 + 25% Bonus

Benefits Offered: 3 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance.

If you are a passionate Director, Indirect Procurementlooking for anew and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel free to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.

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Our Crew Members create a warm and friendly shopping experience in our stores. We answer questions, offer suggestions, and ensure our customers know they are welcomed and cared for. We entertain customers and make grocery shopping an exciting adventure.

Some responsibilities may include:

• Working on teams to accomplish goals
• Operating the cash register in a fun and efficient manner
• Bagging groceries with care
• Stocking shelves
• Creating signage to inform and delight customers
• Helping customers find their favorite products

You'll learn a lot. You're not stuck doing one task here. Each Crew Member contributes to creating a WOW customer experience by participating in all aspects of the job.

If you have experience in art including penmanship, working with chalk, and large signage, that's a plus.

If you have a passion for people and a fervor for food, we'd love to meet you. We can teach you the rest.

Stores have the greatest need for people that can work evenings and weekends.

Trader Joe's is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to hiring a diverse Crew.

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Category Manager – Corrugated Packaging to join their team. This is a high-impact procurement role for someone who thrives in a data-driven environment and enjoys owning category strategy, supplier relationships, and cost optimization initiatives at a national level. This opportunity is ideal for a procurement professional who has hands-on purchasing experience within corrugated boxes and packaging, is highly proficient in Excel, and is ready to step into a visible role supporting business-critical supply chain initiatives.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• High visibility within the procurement and supply chain organization.
• Opportunity to influence national sourcing strategy within a stable, growing company.
• Autonomy to make meaningful business decisions while partnering with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and execute domestic sourcing strategies for corrugated packaging categories, with full accountability for supplier performance, cost management, and continuity of supply.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships across multiple U.S. regions, ensuring compliance with service, quality, and commercial expectations.
• Lead sourcing initiatives including RFPs, negotiations, and contract execution to achieve measurable cost savings and value creation.
• Analyze spend data, market trends, and category intelligence to inform purchasing and sourcing decisions.
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, logistics, and internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business needs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on procurement efficiency, supplier optimization, and process standardization.
• Maintain accurate item setup, pricing, supplier assignments, and minimum order quantities across a large SKU portfolio.
• Support and mentor sourcing resources as applicable, fostering collaboration and accountability.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Mandatory experience sourcing corrugated boxes / corrugated packaging.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Proven ability to analyze spend data and translate insights into actionable sourcing strategies.
• Solid understanding of supply chain, distribution, and inventory management principles.
• Brings an established network within the corrugated packaging supplier community.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and confident presenting data-driven recommendations.
• Strong communicator who can influence both internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Motivated by ownership, accountability, and measurable impact.

Compensation Range: $100,000 - $120,000 + 15% Bonus

Benefits Offered: 2 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance.

If you are a passionate Category Managerlooking for anew and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel free to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.

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Customer Service Lead – Hoffman Estates, IL

$66,000–$76,000 Depending on Experience + Full Benefits, PTO, and More

For over 45 years, our team has supported customers by delivering high-quality products and reliable service they can count on. In manufacturing, timing, accuracy, and communication are critical, and our customer service team plays a key role in ensuring every order moves smoothly from production to delivery.

We are looking for a Customer Service Lead to guide our customer service team and help ensure seamless communication between customers, production, and internal departments. In this role, you'll provide hands-on leadership, support your team's development, and ensure customers receive accurate information, timely updates, and exceptional service.

This is a high-impact opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving problems, and naturally motivates others to perform at their best.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support a customer service team, ensuring accurate and timely communication with customers regarding orders, production timelines, and delivery schedules.
• Serve as the liaison between customer service, production, logistics, and management to ensure smooth coordination and alignment.
• Assist with training, performance feedback, and professional development for team members.
• Monitor order processing and customer requests to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and on-time fulfillment.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, increase operational efficiency, and enhance the overall customer experience.
• Step in during high-volume periods to assist with order management, customer inquiries, and issue resolution.
• Oversee daily customer service operations including order entry, order tracking, invoicing, and communication regarding production status.
• Foster a collaborative, solutions-focused team environment that prioritizes responsiveness and reliability.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of corporate customer service experience - manufacturing/distribution environment preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams including production, logistics, and sales.
• High-energy, positive leader who performs well in a fast-paced operational setting.
• Self-starter who adapts quickly, takes initiative, and leads by example.

Corporate Resources, on behalf of our client located in Hoffman Estates, is hiring a Customer Service Lead.

Position Title: Director of Manufacturing

Reports to: Head of Operations

Role Description

The Director of Manufacturing will play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing the daily operations of the manufacturing facility. This individual will be responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, and ensuring the smooth operation of all activities within the plant, with an emphasis on maintaining high productivity, efficiency, safety, and the highest quality standards. The Director of Manufacturing will collaborate with various departments, which include Product Development, Marketing and Accounting, in support of all commercial and financial objectives. Departments under Director of Manufacturing’s direct leadership include production, quality control, maintenance, and logistics.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of engineers, technicians, and production staff in eyewear frame manufacturing to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Develop and implement strategies to improve product quality, process capability, and manufacturing efficiency.

• Partner with design and product development team to transition new frame designs into scalable, stable production.

• Manage day-to-day operations of in-house frame manufacturing.

• Manage capital projects and equipment upgrades to enhance production capabilities and support scaling initiatives.

• Champion a culture of craftsmanship, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Product Engineering & Product Development Support

• Develop industry standards and provide DFM (Design for Manufacturability) feedback during early design phases, influencing materials, tolerances, and construction methods for new eyewear frames.

• Translate product design into production-ready engineering documentation, including drawings, BOMs, specifications, and process routings.

• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers and product designers to develop innovative solutions for frame construction, hinge integration, and surface finishing.

• Assist in the technical training of product development and production staff on new materials and processes.

• Document, standardize, and improve processes across machining, shaping, assembly, and finishing operations.

• Introduce and sustain lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste, improve quality, and shorten lead times.

• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for process and product issues.

• Maintain equipment capability and recommend capital investments in manufacturing technology. • Implement measurement and inspection methods for critical-to-quality features. Operational Excellence

• Develop metrics for yield, cycle time, and productivity to develop consistent, manual master planning for more predictable production throughput.

• Coordinate with supply chain and vendor partners on components and outsourced processes (e.g., plating, coatings, laser engraving).

• Team Leadership: Successfully manages the manufacturing, quality control, and industrial design teams, comprised of a skilled labor pool of exempt and non-exempt employees. Direct and lead the team with clear priorities and goals in support of broader business initiatives and to ensure quality, efficiency and collaboration at all times. Actively develops supervisors and leads to engage and motivate the workforce. Provides ongoing training/support for continuous skill development.
• Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement: Continuously evaluate existing processes to enhance output; leverage industry expertise as well as manufacturing background to implement the most efficient manufacturing solutions for eyewear production. Identify and implement new technologies, and systems to enhance resource use and streamline operations. Constantly strive to improve the operation in support of business goals and market needs (quality, cost, efficiency, timeliness etc.)
• Equipment & Machinery Oversight: Strong knowledge of specialized equipment and machinery, with the ability to diagnose, repair, and source parts, especially in collaboration with the Maintenance Manager.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with executive leadership and other departments to achieve organizational goals and ensure operational efficiency. Key stakeholders include Product Development, Finance, Sales, Marketing, Purchasing
• Alignment with Business Plan: Work closely with key stakeholders to ensure manufacturing plans meet the expectations of the business (ie: COGS, timing, quality etc).
• Budget Mgt and Cost Control: Establish appropriate annual plans and budgets in support of production forecasts and actively manage labor and raw material costs to ensure targets are met. Sets the foundation for growth, scalability and profitability in the manufacturing center.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Engineering, or other industry-related field required; MBA preferred  At least ten years of manufacturing experience
• Prior experience leading teams and managing complex initiatives

Position Details

• Full-time onsite position based at our Vernon Hills, IL Headquarters

Job Title: Technical Support Specialist – HVAC Operations & Building Systems Support

Location: Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 (Onsite)

Employment Type: 12-Month Contract (Potential for Full-Time Conversion)

Pay Rate: $30/hour (W2)

About the Role

We are seeking a Technical Support Specialist with experience in HVAC operations, dispatch coordination, and service support to assist with smart building and building automation systems.

This role is ideal for candidates who have supported HVAC service teams, managed work orders, coordinated technicians, and handled inventory/logistics, and are looking to grow into a more technical support role within building systems and automation.

You will act as a bridge between customers, field technicians, and internal engineering teams, helping ensure smooth service delivery, accurate documentation, and timely issue resolution.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage incoming service requests, work orders, and support tickets related to HVAC and building systems
• Coordinate technician scheduling, dispatch, and daily service logistics
• Assist in basic troubleshooting of HVAC and building system issues (remote support / triage level)
• Maintain accurate service records, maintenance logs, and documentation
• Track and manage inventory, parts ordering, and vendor coordination
• Communicate with customers regarding service updates, issue status, and resolutions
• Escalate complex technical issues to engineering or field specialists
• Support preventative maintenance tracking and reporting
• Use internal systems (CRM / ticketing tools) to log, update, and close cases
• Assist with process improvements across service operations and support workflows

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years of experience in HVAC support, service coordination, or technical admin roles
• Experience with:
• Work order management
• Dispatch/scheduling of field technicians
• Service ticketing systems or CRM tools
• Strong organizational and documentation skills (logs, service records, reports)
• Customer-facing communication experience
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced service environment