Jobs in Lisle

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

Overview:

The HR Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the Human Resources department, with a focus on payroll processing, benefits administration, onboarding support, and general office coordination. This role also assists with executive travel logistics and supports internal compliance and audit activities, including J-SOX documentation. Due to the sensitive nature of employee, payroll, and executive information handled, this position must uphold the highest standards of confidentiality, discretion, and ethical conduct at all times. This position is ideal for an organized, detail-oriented professional seeking a role in HR and administration.

Core Responsibilities:

• Assist with payroll processing, including data entry, timekeeping review, and payroll-related reporting.
• Support benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, terminations, and employee inquiries.
• Maintain accurate payroll and benefits records in HRIS and payroll systems.
• Assist with reconciliation of payroll and benefits invoices.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Assist with employee onboarding, including preparing offer packets, new hire documentation, and orientation materials.
• Maintain employee personnel files and HR documentation.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR Director and executive team.
• Perform general administrative duties such as filing, scanning, data entry, and document management.
• Answer and route inquiries professionally and efficiently.
• Assist with travel arrangements and modifications for executive team members.
• Assist with internal audits and compliance activities, including J-SOX documentation and controls support.
• Help collect, organize, and maintain audit-related records and evidence.
• Support internal process reviews and documentation updates.
• Adhere to corporate governance, internal controls, and compliance standards.
• Works closely with HR, Finance, and executive leadership.
• Assist in documenting HR, administrative, and cross-functional workflows and processes by collaborating with various divisions to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with organizational standards.
• Serves as a point of contact for employee administrative questions.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; associate’s degree or coursework in HR, accounting, or business preferred.
• 3-5 years of administrative, HR, payroll, or office support experience.
• Basic knowledge of payroll and benefits administration.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Vendor Account Manager

Location: Near Oak Brook, IL

Salary: $80,000 – $110,000

A well-established family-owned manufacturer of industrial water chillers and process cooling systems is seeking a Vendor Account Manager to support purchasing operations and supplier relationships. These chillers are used in advanced technology and industrial applications where reliable temperature control is critical.

This role plays a key part in ensuring the organization maintains strong vendor partnerships while keeping materials flowing to support manufacturing schedules. The Vendor Account Manager will work closely with engineering, operations, quality, and inventory teams to manage supplier performance, inventory planning, and purchasing strategy.

The ideal candidate is proactive, organized, and comfortable managing vendors, planning inventory, and coordinating cross-functionally in a manufacturing environment.

This position reports to the Director of Operations.

Key Responsibilities

Vendor Management

• Maintain professional communication with suppliers via phone and email while representing the company’s collaborative culture
• Organize annual meetings with key vendors to maintain strong relationships
• Coordinate discussions between vendors and engineering regarding new and existing components used in the company’s industrial water chiller systems
• Develop a working technical understanding of the parts you purchase and how they support chiller assemblies
• Present vendor scorecard feedback annually and collaborate on performance improvements
• Evaluate supplier performance to determine opportunities for alternative vendors based on quality, pricing, or reliability
• Work with engineering to approve new vendors and components when needed

Inventory & Purchasing Management

• Maintain appropriate inventory levels based on customer forecasts and vendor lead times
• Manage ERP data including safety stock levels and reorder points
• Purchase materials strategically to optimize price breaks, freight efficiency, and warehouse space
• Implement and manage vendor stocking agreements

Project Coordination

• Coordinate supplier-related project meetings
• Communicate project updates to internal teams and vendors
• Escalate schedule risks or delays to the Materials Manager when needed

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, supply chain, vendor management, or materials planning in a manufacturing environment
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across engineering, operations, and suppliers
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail
• Experience resolving supplier performance or supply chain issues
• Technical aptitude and comfort working with mechanical components or industrial equipment preferred

Job Responsibilities:

Performs a variety of routine lab operations to assist a team processing samples for detection of Legionella. Will work with technical direction from supervisor.Standard laboratory tasks include:

• File and retrieve corporate documents, records, and reports
• Filter and plate water samples according to ISO standard method
• Prepare supplies for routine testing
• Accurately identify and enumerate target colonies after plating

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As our firm experiences rapid growth, we're seeking a motivated Entry Level Recruiter to join our dynamic team. Recruiters are fundamental to our success and play a core role in our organization. If you have 0-5 years of experience, enjoy engaging with people, and take pride in your work, we invite you to continue reading!

Responsibilities:

• Conduct inbound and outbound calls to connect with prospective candidates.
• Review resumes of potential applicants to identify individuals suited for various positions.
• Continuously research our client brands to ensure candidates understand job duties.
• Manage recruiting schedules for multiple accounts, ensuring efficient coordination.
• Generate and provide updated reports with detailed candidate breakdowns.
• Book Zoom/in-person interviews, streamlining the hiring process.
• Work with ATS applications to effectively track candidate progress.
• Place strategic advertisements on various job boards to attract top talent.

Requirements:

• Possess an outgoing and positive attitude that fosters strong relationships.
• Must be proficient in web applications and comfortable with technology.
• Exhibit exceptional customer service skills to provide a personalized candidate experience.
• Ability to self-manage and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must have a proactive, go-getter mentality and thrive in collaborative settings.
• Must thrive in a fast-paced high-pressure environment
• Proficient in handling and prioritizing multiple tasks, ensuring timely completion.

Benefits:

• Pay range starting at $650 per week + bonuses based on performance
• Hybrid Schedule after completing two weeks of training in office
• Exciting travel opportunities, both domestically and internationally.
• Build a vast professional network across the country, enhancing your skills and connections.
• Unlimited growth potential within our organization for top performers.

Additional Information:

• Workday begins promptly at 7:30 am, ensuring an early start to the day for maximum productivity.
• Some weekend work is required, to accommodate business needs and deliver exceptional results.
• 90-day probationary period, providing an opportunity to showcase your skills and demonstrate your commitment to the team.

At our firm, we offer room for professional growth and advancement. Whether you're looking to increase your earning potential or pursue a management role, we only promote from within. Initial interviews will be conducted immediately.

Overview:

Establishes, manages, reviews and maintains production schedules for assigned work center to ensure that the master production schedule is being executed. Analyze work center loads for effective capacity planning, and also ensure accurate inventories by effectively addressing any labor reporting issues. Manage the production meetings and handle inquiries from the sales team. Maintains and reviews shop dispatch list, ensuring completion of manufacturing to meet customer shipping requirements. Answer related inquiries for all levels of the organization. Manage local 3rd party manufacturing suppliers including coordinating and arranging for outsourced work required to complete work requirements. Update and maintain the bills of materials and work requirements within our ERP system. This position has a close working relationship with Sales and Engineering. Guidance may be provided on possible sources of information and methods to complete tasks. Able to meet deadlines and exercise judgment regarding related items.

Core Responsibilities:

• Daily analysis, planning, and review of work center capacity based on requirements loaded by Sales and Master Scheduler.
• Maintain and review dispatch lists targeting customer promise delivery dates.
• Effective sequencing of jobs, processes and assignments to the production floor and interface with shop floor supervisor.
• Communicate with customer service on status of sales orders and estimated completion. Ensure information needed for labeling of finished goods is accurate and correct
• Participate in production meetings and monitor any potential production issues or needs.
• Implement material substitutions as needed, coordinating these with purchasing to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Audit of inventory data as compared to packing slips from material receipts. Corrective action implementation based on issues found.
• Maintain effective communications with internal customers regarding inventory accuracy, engineering changes and shop order closeouts.
• Maintain current knowledge for this position and within the work area through continuing education, subscriptions, certifications, and memberships.
• Participate in related staff, team and/or task group meetings to ensure the continuous improvement of processes, methods, productivity and quality, while reducing costs. Participate in in-house training programs.
• Ensure that all operations are within established guidelines and conform to health and safety standards.
• Conduct a continuous study of internal processed and methods, research new technology and develop proposals for application of such technology for the purposes of cost reduction and process improvement.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications:

• Associate Degree with 4-7 years of progressively responsible, directly related experience; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these. Accuracy is essential to this position.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability (including physical) required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must possess the ability to read, analyze and interpret business and technical documents, flow charts, budget information, procedure manuals and so on; the ability to prepare required routine reports and correspondence; ability to communicate effectively with others, using skill and diplomacy and have the ability to work with all levels of the organization.
• Requires the ability to work within established health, safety and quality guidelines and the ability to organize the workload and meet deadlines.
• Must possess knowledge and experience in automated systems and terminology and the ability to develop and interpret related reports using spreadsheet, word processing and graphics software. Requires the ability to operate a variety of standard business machines, such as a computer and keyboard, a calculator, telephone, FAX, photocopier and so on.
• Must possess the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, using whole numbers/decimals and the ability to apply concepts of business math to practical situations and dimensions to production.
• Must possess the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram format. Must possess strong knowledge, understanding and experience in various problem-solving and participatory management techniques.
• Requires the ability to operate a variety of standard business machines, such as a computer and keyboard, a calculator, telephone, FAX, photocopier and so on.
• Must possess the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, using whole numbers/decimals and the ability to apply concepts of business math to practical situations and dimensions to production.
• Must possess the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram format. Must possess strong knowledge, understanding and experience in various problem-solving and participatory management techniques.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.