Jobs in Downers Grove Illinois

Supplier Quality Assurance Manager

Food Manufacturing

Location: Bolingbrook, IL

Package: $100,000 - $120,000 + 15%

Ever wondered what goes into your favorite restaurant meal, the chips on your table, or the seasoning that makes them irresistible? Behind every flavor, every texture, every bite — there’s a complex supply chain working in harmony. And right now, that harmony needs a new conductor.

This business is one of the hidden giants of the food world — supplying ingredients, seasonings, and functional blends to the biggest names you know. With five U.S. manufacturing sites and a supplier base that spans thousands of raw materials, they’re on a mission to raise the bar for supplier quality, consistency, and reliability.

That’s where you come in.

As Supplier Quality Assurance Manager, you’ll take ownership of supplier performance across ingredients, packaging, and co-manufactured products. You’ll build the systems and relationships that keep quality risks low and customer confidence high — from auditing and qualification through to onboarding and ongoing improvement.

You’ll lead a small, capable team and play a hands-on role in driving how the business manages its suppliers day-to-day. Sometimes that means jumping on a plane to visit a grower in the desert or a packaging partner struggling to meet spec — seeing the challenge firsthand, and helping them fix it. Other times, it’s about building smarter systems, sharper metrics, and stronger accountability across a network of vendors that touches every part of production.

What’s exciting here is the transformation. The foundations are in place — modern quality systems, new technology, and strong executive support — but the potential is far greater. You’ll work closely with Procurement, R&D, and Operations, influencing how new ingredients are sourced, validated, and launched into the business. It’s a blend of science, process, and partnership.

You’ll need solid experience in supplier quality assurance within U.S. food manufacturing, a working understanding of regulatory frameworks like FDA, USDA, or GFSI, and the confidence to build relationships that balance collaboration with accountability.

If you’re the kind of person who can spot a risk before it becomes a problem, who believes quality starts long before the factory floor, and who gets genuine satisfaction from helping suppliers and teams get it right — this is your opportunity to lead that charge.

AMS Industries, Inc. is a leading mechanical contracting firm serving the commercial, industrial, refrigeration, and nuclear industries (PMT). With over 60 years of experience, AMS has grown from a small refrigeration contractor into a multi-discipline, multi-market MEP contractor with more than 1,000 employees. We are committed to delivering exceptional service to our clients, investing in the development of our people, and strengthening the communities we serve.

Located at our Woodridge, IL facility and reporting to the Associate Vice President of Fire Protection, this position will be responsible for estimating, selling, and managing fire sprinkler projects while supporting the continued growth and expansion of our Fire Protection division. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with existing clients while developing new business relationships and contributing to the overall success and profitability of the department.

Responsibilities:

• Estimate, sell, and manage fire sprinkler projects of varying sizes, including service, tenant, and commercial.
• Primary responsibilities will be to develop and expand our sales opportunities and revenue base within the parameters of our current business model focusing on the Fire Protection clients within the Chicago and Northern Indiana regions.
• In addition to the Fire Protection sector, your responsibilities may extend into crossover opportunities within our mechanical, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, and industrial groups.
• Manage and establish growth through existing AMS clients which will be provided as well as pursuit of new and perspective clients.
• Manage internal project accounting requirements, prepare routine financial updates.
• Participation in general marketing through associations, affiliations and personal contacts. AMS encourages networking from time to time, which requires attendance at functions that occur after hours and weekends.
• Assist and complement the administration and support services of the department to achieve maximum quality, efficiency and optimum growth, as well as corporate profitability.
• Assistance in collections of A/R when it has become problematic and unresolved through our support staff.

Qualifications:

• 3–7 years of experience in fire protection, fire sprinkler estimating, project management, or related construction sales role required.
• Proven experience estimating, selling, and managing fire sprinkler projects, including service, tenant improvement, and commercial work.
• Strong understanding of fire sprinkler systems, NFPA codes, and construction practices preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to develop new business, build client relationships, and grow revenue within existing and new accounts.
• Experience preparing estimates, proposals, and managing project financials, including cost tracking and forecasting.
• Ability to identify and pursue cross-selling opportunities within mechanical, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, and industrial service offerings.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Experience working with construction contracts, project documentation, and job cost reporting preferred.
• Self-motivated, results-driven, and capable of working independently while contributing to team success.
• Willingness to participate in networking, industry associations, and client events as part of business development efforts.

This is your chance to help healthcare professionals solve real-world challenges with products they can truly rely on.

At Pure Processing, we design and manufacture equipment that helps hospitals protect patients. Every sale you make improves safety for clinicians and the people they care for. That’s real impact.

Our customers answer our calls. They welcome our guidance. They trust our brand. That doesn’t happen by accident—it happens because we believe in being Partners & Coaches with our Customers, and that’s fueled our marketplace success. Every product we sell and every process we improve exists for one reason: to Raise the Standard of safety, efficiency and dignity in reprocessing.

We’re looking for people who:

• Are naturally curious and love learning new things
• Take initiative without being asked, and are proactive with communication & building their business
• Care about the success of the team more than personal recognition
• Approach challenges creatively and enjoy solving problems•Are humble, dependable, and genuinely helpful to others
• Believe in doing meaningful work that helps real people

This is not a lone-wolf sales culture. It’s a team of professionals who support each other, grow together, and win together.

How You’ll Contribute:

• Consult with healthcare professionals to understand their workflows, challenges, and goals
• Recommend tailored solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and outcomes
• Conduct virtual consultations, product demos, and educational webinars
• Generate and develop new opportunities through outreach, marketing leads, and relationship-building
• Build long-term partnerships based on trust, credibility, and responsiveness
• Occasionally visit customers onsite to provide training and support
• Continuously learn and grow your expertise in sterile processing and healthcare reprocessing

You’ll operate with clear expectations, including weekly consultations, proactive outreach, and defined revenue goals.

Key Performance Measures:

• 5 Customer Consults a Week
• 125 outbound calls a week
• Revenue & unit sales Quotas
• New product consults, and new product growth

What You’ll Gain:

We believe high performers should be rewarded clearly and fairly. We offer:

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission
• Simple, transparent commission plans
• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance
• 100% company-paid short- and long-term disability
• Up to $50,000 in company-paid life and AD&D coverage
• Generous PTO and paid holidays, including Summer Hour Fridays
• A high-growth company that promotes from within
• A respected brand that customers trust and welcome

This is a place where effort is recognized, growth is supported, and performance is rewarded.

About Pure Processing

Pure Processing was founded to make surgical instrument cleaning faster, safer, and more ergonomic—helping hospitals fulfill their most important promise: patient safety. We are a high-growth company built by people who care deeply about their work, their customers, and each other.

For more information or to apply, contact Megan Litoborski, Operations Manager, at (877) 718-6868, or by e-mailing

We’re seeking a highly experienced, self-directed Senior Machine Design Engineer to join our engineering team. This is a high-impact role created through internal promotion and long-term succession planning — offering the opportunity to step in, make immediate contributions, and play a key role in the future of the organization.

You’ll spend the majority of your time designing packaging machinery for made-to-order equipment projects across diverse industries. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who thrives in complex design environments and enjoys owning projects from concept through release to manufacturing.

What You’ll Do

• Design new custom automated machinery (fillers, labelers, case packers, cartoners, and related systems)
• Own machine design from concept, layout, and component selection through detailed design and release
• Ensure performance, safety, and customer requirements are met within budget
• Design and integrate motion systems, pneumatics, and servo-driven mechanisms
• Collaborate with manufacturing, controls, project teams, and customers
• Troubleshoot design challenges and drive practical, cost-effective solutions

What We’re Looking For

• 8–10+ years of custom machine design experience (packaging or capital equipment preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Strong 3D CAD design experience (Inventor, SolidWorks, or similar)
• Proven experience designing highly customized, made-to-order machinery
• Track record delivering projects from concept through build and commissioning
• Ability to review, troubleshoot, and improve existing machine designs
• Strong independent decision-making and problem-solving skills

This role is best suited for a confident, “plug-and-play” engineer who works with minimal oversight and brings sound engineering judgment, technical depth, and a proactive mindset.

Compensation & Schedule

• $100,000 – $130,000 salary (flexible up to ~$140,000 for highly qualified candidates)
• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• One remote day per week after first 6 months

Pelstar LLC isan ISO 13485 and ISO 9001-certified manufacturer of Class I medical devices under the Health o meter Professional and Bridge Healthcare brands. We are seeking a motivated quality professional to own and lead quality and regulatory as the company’s Quality Manager. Our products, trusted across the full continuum of care—from physician offices and long-term care facilities to acute care and ambulatory surgery centers—are distributed across North America and extend globally into South America, the Middle East, and Asia.

Role Overview: The Quality Manager serves as the company’s authority for quality and regulatory compliance, operating in close partnership with Engineering and executive leadership. The role holds final quality decision authority for product release, supplier qualification, and process changes. This is a primarily on-site, hands-on leadership role with limited flexibility based on business needs responsible for ensuring effective execution of QMS processes and data-driven quality decisions. This position reports to the head of Engineering, with direct and regular engagement with the CEO/President to ensure alignment on quality and regulatory priorities. The role currently has no direct reports and leverages internal and external support resources to support QMS activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as FDA Management Representative with final quality decision authority and responsibility for regulatory compliance and QMS effectiveness
• Own, maintain, and continuously improve the ISO 13485 and ISO 9001-certified QMS, including leading audits, CAPAs, and management reviews
• Establish and oversee part and product inspections and release activities, including direct execution as needed and final review/approval of delegated acceptance decisions
• Oversee supplier qualification, monitoring, and compliance with regulatory and quality requirements, and serve as the U.S. Agent for designated foreign suppliers
• Direct and coordinate internal resources, in collaboration with functional leaders, to meet quality and regulatory objectives
• Analyze quality data, trends, and risk using appropriate statistical methods
• Drive quality culture and cross-functional engagement by promoting a customer- and patient-oriented culture (weighEasier®) and communicating quality objectives and risks across the organization
• Travel up to 5%

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Engineering, Science, or a related technical field preferred. Additional relevant education is a plus.
• 6+ years of quality/regulatory experience in a regulated environment, including 4+ years in medical devices within a certified quality system (e.g., ISO 13485)
• Demonstrated experience owning quality and/or regulatory processes and final decisions

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of technical, quality, or regulatory experience in medical devices
• Prior experience serving as FDA Management Representative
• Experience managing team or external vendors with demonstrated independent decision authority
• Strong statistical analysis background – ASQ, RAPS, Lean, or similar certifications preferred
• Experience with similar technologies to existing product families

Compensation and Benefits: We offer a competitive compensation package, including a comprehensive suite of health benefits, tailored to support the wellbeing of our team members and their families.

Location: On-site, McCook, IL 60525

Join Us: We welcome your application. Please send your resume to

ARBA Retail Systems, headquartered near Chicago, Illinois, is a leading provider of Payroll Deduction POS Software. We serve healthcare facilities, corporations, and independently owned retail businesses, offering solutions tailored to sectors such as cafeterias, coffee bars, and retail locations. Our products are built on Microsoft’s .NET SQL framework and leverage cutting-edge Cloud Computing technology to deliver advanced POS applications. By automating transactions, our software helps businesses improve efficiency, increase sales, and enhance profitability across various industries, including healthcare and retail.

We are seeking a full-time Technology Sales Consultant to join our on-site team in Lisle, IL. In this role, you will identify client needs and provide technology-based sales solutions, act as a trusted advisor, and build long-term client relationships. You will be responsible for meeting sales targets, managing customer accounts, and collaborating with internal teams to execute sales strategies. The position also involves presenting ARBA products, recommending tailored solutions, and maintaining a continuous pipeline of potential clients.

• Expertise in Sales Consulting and Consulting, with a solid understanding of assessing client needs and providing tailored solutions
• Strong background in Sales and Sales Operations, with a proven ability to meet and exceed targets
• Experience in Account Management to build and maintain long-term client relationships
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Suite
• Previous experience in the POS or retail technology industry is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field preferred

Job Title: Logistics Assistant

Location (city, state): Romeoville, IL (100% In Office)

Industry: Food Manufacturing / Distribution

Pay: $20–$22/hour

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Addison Group is hiring on behalf of our client, a large and rapidly growing food manufacturing and distribution organization. This team is known for long employee tenure, strong leadership, and a collaborative, team-first culture. They offer a stable environment with clear opportunities for long-term growth and internal mobility.

Job Description:

This role supports the transportation and logistics team by managing high volumes of documentation, data entry, and shipment tracking. The Logistics Assistant plays a critical role in ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and smooth day-to-day transportation operations in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity with strong potential for long-term advancement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process transportation paperwork immediately upon receipt, including high-volume Monday catch-up
• Review, scan, copy, and upload pickup and delivery documentation
• Spend 6–7 hours per day entering, reviewing, and validating transportation data
• Enter pickup dates, shipment notes, billing details, and routing information across multiple systems
• Track and trace shipments, providing pickup and delivery status updates
• Audit and scrub data in real time to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Work extensively in Excel to review, organize, and manage spreadsheet data
• Manage high volumes of emails to ensure no POs or requests are missed
• Support vendor coordination and customer service inquiries
• Communicate occasionally with drivers via phone as needed
• Maintain accuracy, organization, and composure in a high-stress, high-volume environment

Qualifications:

• At least 6 months of logistics, transportation, scheduling, or tracking/tracing experience
• Prior professional office experience required (freight brokerage experience a plus)
• Strong attention to detail and comfort working with numerical data all day
• Intermediate Excel skills
• Familiarity with transportation documents such as Bills of Lading (BOLs)
• Ability to handle repetitive, paperwork-heavy tasks for most of the workday
• Reliable, organized, and calm under pressure

Perks:

• Highly tenured and collaborative transportation team
• Supportive leadership that values initiative and hard work
• Clear paths for internal growth and career development
• Exposure to large-scale distribution and logistics operations
• Stable organization with a strong team-oriented culture

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

Requirements

• A High School diploma
• A valid driver’s license
• Flexibility around scheduling – ability to work occasional nights and/or weekend coverage
• Previous industrial or production experience
• Strong fundamental math skills
• Ability to regularly lift heavy weight materials (75+ pounds on average)
• Ability to regularly bend, stoop, rotate arms and upper body; ability to frequently push, pull, sit, stand, and reach
• Some climbing is required

Responsibilities

• Traveling to various locations to install products. Occasional overnight travel required (We will pay for gas, meal, and hotel while traveling overnight)
• Providing on-call assistance as required
• Install, maintain, and repair conveyor belt systems
• Perform routine inspections to identify and address potential issues
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical problems with conveyors
• Processing orders in a safe and efficient manner and operating light industrial equipment
• Communicating with supervisor regarding assigned orders, scheduling, and other production issues
• Ensuring timely shipping of belting product; receiving shipments in a timely manner and ensuring delivery to correct recipient
• Maintaining shipping/receiving department with needed supplies
• Processing and maintaining reports
• Recognizing appropriate inventory usage and report low levels to supervisor, maintaining cycle counts log, and participating in once-a-year inventory
• Other aspects as needed for the position

8 am to 5 pm

Join our team as a Logistics Technician and help keep our lab moving! You'll handle shipments, support lab operations, manage inventory, and play a key part in maintaining a safe, efficient, and well‑organized facility.

About the Role

The Logistics Technician supports our daily logistics, inventory, and facility operations within a dynamic laboratory and office environment. This role ensures timely shipping and receiving, accurate inventory control, and safe, compliant handling of analytical samples and chemicals. You’ll partner closely with internal teams and external vendors to maintain organized storage systems, uphold ISO and GLP standards, and contribute to the overall functionality of our building systems. If you’re detail‑oriented, service‑minded, and enjoy varied, hands‑on work, this is a great opportunity to grow and make an impact.

What You’ll Do

Logistics & Material Handling

• Receive, inspect, document, and store all incoming shipments
• Prepare and ship outgoing products and materials, ensuring proper labeling, packaging, and documentation
• Maintain organized storage areas and accurate inventory records
• Track product movement and maintain chain-of-custody documentation per ISO requirements
• Update logistics dashboards to reflect real‑time inventory and project status

Facilities Support

• Support day‑to‑day laboratory operations, including equipment monitoring and movement/disposal of test units
• Assist with workspace setups, reconfigurations, and event support

Vendor & Supply Coordination

• Schedule and coordinate deliveries and pick-ups with vendors and contractors
• Monitor supply levels and assist with restocking laboratory and building materials
• Report vendor performance issues to management

Analytical Sample Handling

• Receive, inspect, document, and store analytical samples
• Maintain sample traceability and support contamination-prevention
• Check and document acceptance criteria (e.g., temperature, pH, turbidity)
• Safely dispose of expired analytical samples

Safety & Compliance

• Follow OSHA, company safety procedures, ISO, and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) guidelines
• Participate in emergency preparedness drills and support building security
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and hazard‑free across the facility and lab spaces

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or higher preferred
• At least one year of chemistry coursework with lab experience
• 1–3 years of experience in logistics, shipping/receiving, or facility operations
• Familiarity with project management tools and the ability to maintain accurate logistics records
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs and operate material handling equipment (dollies, pallet jacks), with or without reasonable accommodation

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• A mission-driven environment that supports scientific and operational excellence
• Hands‑on work with real impact across laboratory and facility operations
• Opportunities to grow your skills in logistics, laboratory support, and compliance
• A collaborative team that values organization, safety, and proactive problem-solving

Warehouse Engineer (Warehouse Transformation) - up to $100K

Location: Naperville, IL area

Type: Full-time

The role

We’re hiring a Warehouse Engineer to support a major warehouse transformation. This role will suit someone who enjoys improving how warehouses run—optimising layout and processes, supporting the introduction of new technology, and helping deliver change through to go-live.

What you’ll do

• Support a significant warehouse change programme (including site transition and operational improvements)
• Review and improve warehouse layout, flow, and processes to increase efficiency and service levels
• Help implement new warehouse technology and ensure operational readiness
• Work cross-functionally with Operations, Systems/IT, and external partners
• Coordinate multiple workstreams and contribute to project planning and delivery
• Drive continuous improvement using data, KPIs, and structured problem-solving

What we’re looking for

• Experience in a warehouse/distribution environment with a track record of process improvement
• Strong organisational and project coordination skills
• Comfortable working with warehouse systems and data (ERP/WMS exposure beneficial)
• A practical, hands-on approach and the ability to influence stakeholders at different levels
• Ability to thrive in a fast-moving environment with competing priorities

Nice to have

• Exposure to warehouse technology/automation projects
• Lean / Six Sigma training or similar continuous improvement background
• Experience supporting a warehouse move, start-up, or major change initiative

Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) NEW RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES! U.S.

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America.

You will be part of the Department of Homeland Security workforce, protecting American interests and securing our nation.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move.

DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW As a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) , you will be part of our 60,000 workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity.

Being a CBPO makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Typical assignments include: Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.

Facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel.

Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.

Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States; and Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband.

Duty Locations – Incentives available for some locations You will be asked to provide your preference for one of the following mission-critical locations: Anchorage, AK; Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales and San Luis, AZ; Calexico, Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, and Tecate, CA; Washington, D.C.; Key West, Miami, and Orlando FL; Honolulu, HI; Chicago, IL; Calais, Eastport, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, and Vanceboro, ME; Detroit, Port Huron, and Sault Ste Marie, MI; Grand Portage and International Falls, MN; Raymond, Roosville, Sweetgrass, and Wild Horse, MT; Columbus and Santa Teresa, NM; Alexandria Bay, Champlain, Massena, Trout River, and Buffalo NY; Dunseith, Pembina, and Portal, ND; Brownsville, Dallas, Del Rio, El Paso, Hidalgo, Laredo, Presidio, Progreso and Houston, TX; Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, and Richford, VT; Blaine, Oroville, and Sumas, WA.

The preference locations listed above are expected to have vacancies available in the future, however, if the duty locations do not have vacancies at the time of your final offer, you may be offered a duty location in another geographic location within the United States.

Locations offered are based on operational and mission requirements and critical agency hiring needs for entry-level CBPOs as determined by the CBP Office of Field Operations (OFO).

Salary – and Duty Location Recruitment Incentives – and Benefits Recruitment Incentive Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102 ) will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year, for a three-year service contract, in the following locations: Arizona: Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales, San Luis California: Calexico Hawaii: Honolulu Maine: Calais, Eastport, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, Vanceboro Michigan: Detroit, Port Huron, Sault Sainte Marie Minnesota: Grand Portage, International Falls Montana: Raymond, Sweetgrass New York: Alexandria Bay, Champlain, Massena, Trout River North Dakota: Dunseith, Portal Vermont: Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, Richford Washington: Blaine, Oroville Recruitment Incentive Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102 ) will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year, for a four-year service contract, in the following locations: California: Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, Tecate Florida: Key West North Dakota: Pembina Annual Base Salary for newly appointed CBPOs varies as follows: GS-9 $61,111
- $124,443 per year Locality pay varies by duty location.

Note: A fully trained CBPO is eligible for up to $45,000 in overtime pay in addition to the starting salary.

Grade level eligibility and salaries vary depending upon background, including experience and education, and duty location of the opportunity.

This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GS-5, GS-7, GS-9, GS-11, and GS-12.

You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level.

Promotions are at the discretion of the agency.

Officers are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering.

Qualifications: You qualify for the GS-9 grade level in one of the following ways: experience, education, or a combination of both.

Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level that includes: Detaining suspected violators of federal, state, or local laws and/or arresting violators using the proper law enforcement methods.

Enforcing the laws and regulations relating to importing, exporting, and/or international shipping to and from the United States.

Utilizing intelligence techniques and behavior analysis to identify potential threats and perform risk assessments for violations of laws and threats to national security.

Conducting interviews in a law enforcement capacity for the purposes of gaining information from suspected violators of laws to determine the appropriate course of action.

The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Ability to make rapid, accurate judgments and decisions with respect to the application of the regulations, instructions, and procedures for importing and exporting merchandise to and from the United States; or enforcement and administration of laws relating to the right of persons to enter, reside in or depart from the United States, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S.

Virgin Islands.

Education Substitution: A master's (or higher) degree, or two or more years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, or an LL.B.

or J.D.

from an accredited college or university; OR Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of specialized experience AND successfully completed graduate-level education.

This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.

Other Requirements: Citizenship : You must be a U.S.

Citizen to apply for this position.

Residency : You must have had primary U.S.

residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three (3) of the last five (5) years.

Age Restriction : In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions.

Candidates must be referred for selection to the Customs and Border Protection Officer position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03.

The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C.

8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C.

8412(d).

Veterans' Preference : You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA).

The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.

Formal Training : You will be required to complete a paid pre-academy orientation for approximately two (2) weeks at your home port.

You will then attend a 101-day training program – CBP Field Operations Academy – conducted at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) located in Glynco, GA.

This training consists of basic law enforcement skills, immigration laws, firearms training, examination of cargo/bags/merchandise, physical fitness, etc.

Candidates assigned to the southern border, Miami, or Puerto Rico duty locations must attend and pass an online Spanish training program, which will be completed at their home port.

Successful completion of the Academy is required for this position .

How to Apply: Click the Apply button on this site.

You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network page.

For Position of Interest , select Customs and Border Protection Officer.

You'll then receive a link(s) to the CBPO JOA(s) on USAJOBS to complete your application.

Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit.

You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the CBPO Entrance Exam.

As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with OFO and CBP.

Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) NEW RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES! U.S.

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) offers those interested in a career in law enforcement an exceptional opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America.

You will be part of the Department of Homeland Security workforce, protecting American interests and securing our nation.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with great pay, benefits, and job stability, now is the time to make your move.

DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES – SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW As a Customs and Border Protection Officer (CBPO) , you will be part of our 60,000 workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity.

Being a CBPO makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Typical assignments include: Enforcing customs, immigration, and agriculture laws and regulations.

Facilitating the flow of legitimate trade and travel.

Conducting inspections of individuals and conveyances.

Determining the admissibility of individuals for entry into the United States.

Preventing the illegal entry of individuals and prohibited goods and the smuggling of illegal drugs and other contraband.

Duty Locations – Incentives available for some locations You will be asked to provide your preference for one of the following mission-critical locations: Anchorage, AK; Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales and San Luis, AZ; Calexico, Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, and Tecate, CA; Washington, D.C.; Key West, Miami, and Orlando FL; Honolulu, HI; Chicago, IL; Calais, Eastport, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, and Vanceboro, ME; Detroit, Port Huron, and Sault Ste Marie, MI; Grand Portage and International Falls, MN; Raymond, Roosville, Sweetgrass, and Wild Horse, MT; Columbus and Santa Teresa, NM; Alexandria Bay, Champlain, Massena, Trout River, and Buffalo NY; Dunseith, Pembina, and Portal, ND; Brownsville, Dallas, Del Rio, El Paso, Hidalgo, Laredo, Presidio, Progreso and Houston, TX; Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, and Richford, VT; Blaine, Oroville, and Sumas, WA.

The preference locations listed above are expected to have vacancies available in the future, however, if the duty locations do not have vacancies at the time of your final offer, you may be offered a duty location in another geographic location within the United States.

Locations offered are based on operational and mission requirements and critical agency hiring needs for entry-level CBPOs as determined by the CBP Office of Field Operations (OFO).

Salary – and Duty Location Recruitment Incentives – and Benefits Recruitment Incentive Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102 ) will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year, for a three-year service contract, in the following locations: Arizona: Douglas, Lukeville, Nogales, San Luis California: Calexico Hawaii: Honolulu Maine: Calais, Eastport, Houlton, Jackman, Madawaska, Van Buren, Vanceboro Michigan: Detroit, Port Huron, Sault Sainte Marie Minnesota: Grand Portage, International Falls Montana: Raymond, Sweetgrass New York: Alexandria Bay, Champlain, Massena, Trout River North Dakota: Dunseith, Portal Vermont: Beecher Falls, Derby Line, Highgate Springs, Norton, Richford Washington: Blaine, Oroville Recruitment Incentive Newly appointed Customs and Border Protection Officers (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102 ) will be offered up to a $15,000 incentive per year, for a four-year service contract, in the following locations: California: Otay Mesa, San Francisco, San Ysidro, Tecate Florida: Key West North Dakota: Pembina Annual Base Salary for newly appointed CBPOs varies as follows: GS-5 and GS-7 $40,332
- $109,952 per year Locality pay varies by duty location.

Note: A fully trained CBPO is eligible for up to $45,000 in overtime pay in addition to the starting salary.

Grade level eligibility and salaries vary depending upon background, including experience and education, and duty location of the opportunity.

This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GS-5, GS-7, GS-9, GS-11, and GS-12.

You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without re-applying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level.

Promotions are at the discretion of the agency.

Officers are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering.

Qualifications: You qualify for the GS-5 grade level if you possess one of the following: Experience: A minimum of three (3) years full-time general work experience that demonstrates the ability to meet and deal with people and the ability to learn and be able to apply a body of facts; OR Education Substitution: A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four (4)-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; OR Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of successfully completed college education AND general work experience.

This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial college transcripts submitted with your application.

You qualify for the GS-7 grade level if you possess one of the following: Experience: A minimum of one (1) year of specialized full-time work experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level that includes: Performing physical inspections of people, documents or goods for criminal activity, fraud, and/or illegal operations.

Utilizing observational techniques, evaluating facts, and reviewing documentation while applying Federal, State, or local laws and regulations.

Making determinations in compliance with laws and regulations that may lead to arrests, seizure of property, fines, and/or penalties based on findings.

OR for the GS-7 grade level: Education Substitution: A bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average (3.0 or higher), or (3) honor society membership; OR one (1) full year of graduate-level education.

This education must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work; OR Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of specialized work experience equivalent to the next lower grade level AND graduate level education from an accredited college or university.

This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.

If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience , you may qualify at the GS-9 grade level.

See the GS-9 Job Opportunity Announcement (JOAs) at USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site to determine if you qualify.

Other Requirements: Citizenship : You must be a U.S.

Citizen to apply for this position.

Residency : You must have had primary U.S.

residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three (3) of the last five (5) years.

Age Restriction : In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions.

Candidates must be referred for selection to the Customs and Border Protection Officer position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03.

The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C.

8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C.

8412(d).

Veterans' Preference : You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA).

The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.

Formal Training : You will be required to complete a paid pre-academy orientation for approximately two (2) weeks at your home port.

You will then attend a 101-day training program – CBP Field Operations Academy – conducted at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) located in Glynco, GA.

This training consists of basic law enforcement skills, immigration laws, firearms training, examination of cargo/bags/merchandise, physical fitness, etc.

Candidates assigned to the southern border, Miami, or Puerto Rico duty locations must attend and pass an online Spanish training program, which will be completed at their home port.

Successful completion of the Academy is required for this position .

How to Apply: Click the Apply button on this site.

You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network page.

For Position of Interest , select Customs and Border Protection Officer.

You'll then receive a link(s) to the CBPO JOA(s) on USAJOBS to complete your application.

Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit.

You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the CBPO Entrance Exam.

As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with OFO and CBP.

Do you want to become a surrogate? We are now offering a sign on bonus to all qualified and matched surrogates that sign contracts. The first step is to fill out our surrogate application. A fertility specialist will contact you to continue the process. For intended parents interested in surrogacy to start or grow their families please contact us today. The surrogacy process is complex, but we will be with you every step of the way. Call today to get started.

Women who may have the ability to produce eggs but are unable to use their uterus or do not have a uterus, may consider a surrogate. A donated egg may also be used with the surrogate in the event a woman cannot produce her own eggs or her uterus is not intact or insufficient to carry a pregnancy. In either case, the husband's sperm, if viable, may be used.

Using an egg donor unrelated to the surrogate carrier eliminates any biological tie. The egg of the surrogate is never used as part of the assisted reproduction process, so that a surrogate is never in the position of delivering her own biological child.

The basic requirements of a woman to serve as a surrogate are:

• Emotionally stable
• Responsible
• In good physical health
• Non-smoker
• Has had at least one successful pregnancy
• Is capable of carrying a child to full term

A woman is not required to fall within a particular age range to serve as a surrogate, but most intended parents prefer a surrogate under the age of 40. For more information on surrogacy please see the documents on the left side of this page.

In Texas, there is a judicial process for validating the Gestational Contract (the contract between the intended parents and the surrogate). Included within the various requirements for having a Gestational Contract validated by a Texas court is that the intended parents must be married and the surrogate must have previously carried a child to term. Additionally, there are residency requirements that apply to either the surrogate or the intended parents, but not both.

Compensation for a surrogate services generally starts in the range of $35,000 - $40,000, for base compensation with over all fees up to 70k, in many cases. The amount of compensation is dependent upon a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, whether the surrogate carries twins, what procedures a surrogate is required to undergo and whether the delivery is vaginally or by cesarean section.