Jobs in Nowthen, MN

What You’ll Do:

As a Customer Service Advisor, you are often the first and last face our customers see. You will create lasting

impressions and build loyal customers by using product knowledge and services to present oil change options and

additional services. No matter your experience, our training program will prepare you to communicate successfully

with our guests and provide you with the skills and confidence to be exceptional under the hood. We will help you

become an expert on our products, services, and company knowledge.

At VIOC, “It all starts with our people.” Creating a diverse and welcoming workplace with team members from varied

backgrounds and experiences is our highest priority. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with

disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The perks and benefits we’ll provide you*:

• Competitive weekly pay - $19.5 per hour
• Paid on-the-job training – No previous automotive experience is required
• Flexible work schedule: No late evenings or holidays
• Paid time off (PTO), and holiday pay
• Company provided uniforms and tools
• Tuition and certification assistance and access to a FREE online university
• Medical and prescription drug coverage – with Health Savings Account contributions
• Dental, vision, and 401(k) retirement savings plans – 100% match up to 5%
• We promote from within – a commitment we are passionate about
• Back-up Child and Elder Care
• 50% discount on Valvoline Instant Oil Change (VIOC) automotive services

*Terms and conditions apply, and benefits may differ depending on location.

What you’ll need to succeed:

• Comfortable suggesting additional services to guests based on inspection and/or manufacturer and Valvoline recommendations
• Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills
• Interacting with people face-to-face
• Eagerness to learn and grow
• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Willing to be top-side technician cross-trained
• Have full mobility and can work with your hands above your head
• Can stand for extended periods of time and climb stairs
• Comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled environment
• English fluency in reading, writing, and speaking

How you’ll advance in your career:

At Valvoline Instant Oil Change (VIOC), your roadmap to career advancement is limitless! Click here to learn more and

to hear from some of our ‘Vamily’ members. With an award-winning training program, commitment to safety, and fair

and honest values, we’re here to help you reach every milestone.

*Terms and conditions apply, and benefits may differ depending on location

Valvoline is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for

employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

The Company endeavors to make its recruitment process accessible to any and all users. Reasonable accommodations will be provided, upon request, to applicants with disabilities in order to facilitate equal opportunity throughout the recruitment and selection process. Please contact Human Resources at 1.833.VVV.Report or email to make a request for reasonable accommodation during any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. The contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.

A well-regarded restaurant in Minneapolis is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead and elevate its beverage program. This role is ideal for a creative and operationally minded beverage professional who can design a sophisticated cocktail program while maintaining strong operational discipline in the restaurant and behind the bar.

The Beverage Manager will be responsible for building a beverage program rooted in classic cocktail foundations while introducing thoughtful seasonal offerings and modern interpretations. This individual will play a key role in shaping the guest experience through well-crafted drinks, team development, and collaborative leadership within the restaurant.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a refined beverage program aligned with the restaurant’s aesthetic and culinary identity
• Design and rotate seasonal cocktail menus while maintaining a core list of classic and modern classic cocktails
• Manage inventory control, ordering, and vendor relationships for spirits, beer, and wine
• Assist in maintaining and evolving the restaurant’s wine list in partnership with leadership
• Lead training and education for service staff on cocktail knowledge, spirits, wine, and responsible service standards
• Collaborate with beverage vendors and brand partners to support training, tastings, and product knowledge
• Create and manage weekly staff schedules for the bar team
• Maintain beverage cost controls and ensure operational efficiency behind the bar
• Serve as a hands-on leader during service, supporting the team and maintaining high service standards
• Assist in leading the operation in the absence of the General Manager when necessary

Qualifications

• Experience managing a craft cocktail or beverage program in a high-quality restaurant or bar environment
• Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, modern classics, and seasonal beverage development
• Understanding of inventory management, beverage cost controls, and ordering systems
• Familiarity with wine programs and basic wine list management
• Passion for mentoring and educating service staff
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds
• Friendly, outgoing personality with strong communication skills
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
• Comfortable in a hands-on operational role during service
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

What the Role Offers

This position offers the opportunity to shape and lead a thoughtful beverage program within a respected Minneapolis restaurant environment. The right candidate will have the creative freedom to develop seasonal offerings, work closely with culinary leadership, and mentor a team while contributing to the overall success of the operation.

The Company 

LIBRA Inc. is one of the largest and most respected closeout wholesalers in the United States. Since 1987, we’ve helped retailers unlock margin and drive store excitement by providing top brand-name consumer products at prices well below traditional wholesale. 

Our customers include major national retailers such as Home Goods, Ollie’s, Ross, Dollar Tree, Dollarama, along with independent retailers worldwide. We operate from our Minneapolis office and showroom, support nearly 250,000 square feet of warehouse space, and actively participate in key national trade shows. 

At LIBRA, you’ll find a fast-moving, collaborative environment backed by a leadership team that values initiative, learning, and results. 

The Position 

We’re looking for a motivated, outgoing Sales Admin Support professional who is excited to be at the front end of the sales process. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys prospecting, building relationships, and learning how deals move from first contact to closed order. 

You’ll work closely with senior sales leaders, support established accounts, and play an active role in outbound outreach. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to grow into a sales career. 

Please note that this position is 100% in-house without the option for remote due to collaboration needs.  

What You'll Do 

• Act as a key point of contact for existing customer accounts, writing orders and supporting ongoing relationships 
• Proactively reach out to prospective customers via cold calls and email to introduce LIBRA, qualify interest, and open new sales conversations 
• Track outreach, customer interactions, and order activity with accuracy and follow-through 
• Support senior sales team members with account coordination, order processing, and customer communication 
• Collaborate with sales leadership to ensure a smooth customer experience from first touch through fulfillment 

What Success Looks Like 

• You’re comfortable picking up the phone and starting conversations 
• You follow up consistently and keep opportunities moving 
• You learn LIBRA’s products, customers, and sales approach quickly 
• You’re organized, responsive, and trusted by both customers and the sales team 

Job Details 

Type: Full-time 

Pay: $22–24/hour (DOE) 

Benefits 

401(k) 

Health, dental, and life insurance 

Health savings account (HSA) 

Profit sharing 

Paid time off 

Employee discount 

Are you an accomplished Human Resources Leader with experience driving strategy aligned to the business objectives and creating comprehensive leadership development initiatives? This may be the ideal role for you to work with owners and business leaders at C. S. McCrossan, a well-respected industry leader in the highway and heavy civil contracting business. At C. S. McCrossan, our values of Safety, Professionalism, Teamwork and Continuous Improvement are lived out every day and not corporate rhetoric. We are looking for a Human Resources Leader to our team to drive the Enterprise strategy for the group of businesses which includes C. S. McCrossan Construction, PCiRoads, and Midwest Pipe Coating.

Who we are: C. S. McCrossan is a family-owned enterprise with over 60 years of history and investment in our industry and communities. Our core business is diversified highway and heavy civil contracting – managing major highway, bridge, and earthwork projects like the recent I-94 rebuild between Maple Grove and Rogers, and the 494 expansion in Bloomington. We have also managed, or joint ventured several light rail transit projects in the Twin Cities. C. S. McCrossan has affiliated companies providing aggregate and asphalt materials, steel pipe and rebar coating, and real estate investments. Our main office is in Maple Grove, MN with additional locations in Indiana, Kansas, and Arizona. We are known for our ethics and respectful work culture and recognized by our customers and business partners as an organization that is great to do business with and delivers what we promise.

Why join us?

• Empowerment: Lead the human resources function across our enterprise, impacting decision-making at the highest level.
• Innovation: Be at the center of strategic planning and process improvements that foster growth and efficiency.
• Partnership: Work alongside senior leadership and a talented team to achieve shared goals.
• Development: Mentor and inspire a dedicated team of human resources professionals and guide leaders in developing their team members.
• Recognition: Your expertise will be highly valued as you help us navigate human resource issues, ensure compliance, direct performance management and continuity planning efforts that will contribute to our continued success.

The rewards:

• Competitive salary, target range $130,000 - $170,000.
• Incentive eligible.
• A generous benefits package including medical, dental, employer paid Life/AD&D/LTD, Short-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, 401(k), Voluntary Life/AD&D and vision.
• A Responsible Time Off plan that gives our team the flexibility to take time off when they need it, including 6 recognized holidays and 2 scheduled floating holidays.
• The chance to work with an organization who lives their core values.

Ready to make an impact?

Join us and contribute to the future of C. S. McCrossan!

Please follow these instructions carefully. Click Apply Now to start the application process. Please complete the application and answer all questions thoroughly. Upload your resume and cover letter, if applicable. Upon completion, review your application and submit.

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervision & Mentorship: Lead, coach and develop the HR teams, managers, and employees across the enterprise.
• Strategic direction: Develop and implement Enterprise-wide HR vision, policies, programs, and processes.
• Collaboration: Act as a business partner to the owners and leaders across the Enterprise.
• Analytics: Track performance metrics, trends, and results against programs such as Performance Management, Leadership & Employee Development, Continuity Planning and Employee Relations to grow organization capability and manage compliance requirements.
• Recruitment & Outreach: Develop comprehensive and creative approaches to hire and onboard team members.
• Reward & Recognition: Evaluate, recommend, and implement competitive Enterprise-wide compensation and benefit programs.
• Retention: Provide guidance on retention strategies by evaluating new hire and exit interviews with quarterly and annual turnover reports.
• Process Improvement & Automation: Promote HR best practices by deploying and updating systems and processes to support the Enterprise.
• Internal Client Service: Provide information and HR resources to promote employee success.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, a related field, or the equivalent in experience.
• Eight years of progressive Human Resources leadership supporting executives and senior leadership.
• Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong managerial and leadership skills. Experience leading a team of professionals in multiple locations.
• Excellent verbal and written communications and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deliver training and interact with large audiences to share information.
• Collaborative, collegial, cooperative team player who listens well and is responsive.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Able to travel in the domestic U.S. for short periods of time on an infrequent basis – estimated at 15%.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, and Skills

• Construction industry experience and understanding of construction business operations
• Understanding of family-led business culture and priorities
• Experience in a similar-sized private company
• Current or recent experience in a lead HR role

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Opportunity available for a Business Systems Analyst to support the configuration and enhancement of Policy Administration Systems. This role partners closely with business stakeholders and technology teams to translate product requirements into system-ready documentation and support the successful implementation of insurance and annuity products.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and document business requirements to support product configuration and system enhancements.
• Translate business needs into clear functional and technical documentation, including Business Requirements Documents (BRDs) and user stories.
• Collaborate with development and QA teams to ensure accurate system configuration aligned with product design and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain documentation for business processes, system changes, and configuration updates.
• Build strong knowledge of insurance and annuity product features across multiple lines of business.
• Participate in Agile delivery activities, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and daily stand-ups.
• Support testing, validation, and implementation activities related to policy administration system changes.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Life and Annuities business processes and product rules.
• Experience supporting Policy Administration System implementations or product configuration environments.
• Ability to translate complex business requirements into technical documentation.
• Experience working in Agile or Scrum-based development teams.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and documentation skills.

ITR Group offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, and 401(k) for eligible employees. The W2 pay range for this type of role is approximately $45.00 - $50.00 per billable hour. This range is an estimate and not a guarantee of compensation. The final rate will be determined by factors such as experience, market trends, and specific job assignments. Discover more about how ITR Group connects top talent with leading client opportunities.

Summary:

The Quality and Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for leading and advancing the company’s Quality Management System and enterprise-wide continuous improvement strategy. This role drives measurable improvements in customer satisfaction, operational performance, and cost of quality while ensuring compliance with industry standards and company requirements. The position partners cross-functionally to embed a culture of accountability, prevention, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000

Responsibilities:

Quality Leadership

• Own, maintain, and continuously improve the company’s Quality Management System, including document control, policy development, and compliance oversight.
• Ensure adherence to applicable industry, regulatory, and company standards.
• Lead internal, external, and supplier audits and ensure timely closure of corrective actions.
• Oversee nonconformance reporting, root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions.
• Manage customer complaints and warranty performance, ensuring effective resolution and prevention of recurrence.
• Establish and monitor cost of poor-quality metrics, including scrap, rework, and warranty trends.
• Partner with Supply Chain to support supplier quality standards, evaluations, and performance improvement.
• Develop and implement inspection, testing, and validation processes to ensure product and process integrity.
• Ensure risk-based thinking is embedded in project execution, engineering, and manufacturing processes.
• Prepare executive-level reports summarizing quality performance, trends, and improvement initiatives.
• Other responsibilities as required.

Continuous Improvement:

• Develop and execute a structured continuous improvement roadmap aligned with company strategic objectives.
• Lead cross-functional improvement initiatives targeting efficiency, waste reduction, lead time improvement, and margin enhancement.
• Facilitate Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and structured problem-solving events across departments.
• Analyze workflows and performance data to identify inefficiencies and implement sustainable solutions.
• Establish KPI dashboards and performance review processes to ensure accountability and measurable outcomes.
• Standardize best practices and ensure long-term sustainability of implemented improvements.
• Drive initiatives that enhance operational scalability and support long-term growth.

Leadership and Culture:

• Champion a culture of integrity, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Train and mentor leaders and team members in quality tools, structured problem solving, and process discipline.
• Provide direction across departments regarding quality standards and corrective actions.
• Serve as a change agent, promoting proactive prevention rather than reactive correction.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering, Operations, or related field required.
• Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.

Experience/Skills:

• 5+ years of experience in managing corporate quality and continuous improvement programs preferred.
• Experience developing and maintaining a formal Quality Management System, including ISO frameworks.
• Proficiency with ERP, PDM/PLM, & LMS programs.
• Proficiency using Microsoft office required (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Strong analytical capability with experience in data analysis, risk assessment, and performance measurement.
• Ability to develop policies, procedures, and structured improvement plans.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• High attention to detail and strong observational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities with experience working across internal teams, customers, consultants, and suppliers.
• Ability to influence without direct authority and drive cross-functional accountability.

Performance Expectations:

• Reduction in cost of poor quality and warranty claims.
• Timely closure of audit findings and corrective actions.
• Improvement in key operational KPIs including efficiency, lead time, and defect rates.
• Sustained implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for a long period of time.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions, which may include using hands to handle and manipulate small and large objects.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, and reach over the shoulders.
• Must be able to detect, read and interpret visual information in the work area, observe details at a close and far range.

Travel:

• This position requires travel up to 5% of the time including possible international travel as needed.