Engineering Jobs in Calumet City, IL
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712844BR
Date posted:
Feb. 15, 2026
Description: This position may be eligible for a $25K sign on bonus for external hires!
WHAT WE'RE DOING
Lockheed Martin, Rotary Mission Systems Cyber & Intelligence invites you to step up to one of today's most daunting challenges: the use of advanced electronics to undermine our way of life. As a cyber security professional at Lockheed Martin, you'll protect the networks that our citizens and the world depend upon each minute: Financial assets. Healthcare information. Critical infrastructure. Hazardous materials. The uninterrupted flow of energy that keeps modern life moving. Here, you'll work with cybersecurity experts on the forefront of threat protection and proactive prevention. In this fast-paced, real-world environment, you'll draw on all your education and experience as well as the resources of Lockheed Martin to keep the threats at bay.
Cyber | Lockheed Martin
WHO WE ARE
The program is on fire for cyber. In support of our customer, members of the team are responsible for providing full lifecycle support including analysis, design, development, integration, testing, procurement, deployment, security, training and sustainment for collection and antenna systems.
WHY JOIN US
Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life
Our flexible schedules, competitive pay and comprehensive benefits enable you to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work.
Learn more about Lockheed Martin's competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
We support our employees, so they can support our mission.
THE WORK
As a Software Engineer you will:
• Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements
• Debug existing software and correct defects
• Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards
• Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features
• Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments
This position is participating in our
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Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education, with 2 years of professional experience; or no experience required with a related Masters degree. Considered experienced, but still a learner.
• Candidate must possess active security clearance with a polygraph.
Desired Skills:
• C++
• Python
• Kubernetes
Clearance Level:
TS/SCI w/Poly SP
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest:
By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match.
Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely:
Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules:
Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees.
Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed.
These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position:
9x80 every other Friday off
Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $86,100
- $151,800. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate's final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.
(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
This position is incentive plan eligible.
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They're dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.
As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin's vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers' toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level:
Experienced Professional
Business Unit:
RMS
Relocation Available:
Possible
Career Area:
Software Engineering
Type:
Task Order/IDIQ
Shift:
First
Position Title: 1st Shift Packaging Manager (1977) Location: SH
- CBC
- South Holland, IL 60473 Salary: $95,000.00
- $105,000.00 Salary/year Position type: Full Time Job Shift: 1st Description About Us: Carl Buddig and Company, a respected name in the meat manufacturing industry, boasts a legacy of over 80 years.
Founded as a family-owned company, we have evolved into a leading producer of premium meat products, including renowned lunchmeats, ready-to-eat cooked meats under our Kingsford, LLC division, and savory snack meats from Old Wisconsin.
As a third-generation family business, our success is anchored in our commitment to quality, innovation, and community.
With a workforce of 2,500 dedicated team members spread across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, we continue to expand, driven by a vision for excellence and a responsiveness to evolving consumer preferences.
At Carl Buddig and Company, we foster a culture centered around teamwork and innovation.
We strive to create an environment that values creativity and collaboration, ensuring every team member is empowered to contribute to our collective goals.
Our dedication extends beyond our business operations.
We actively support charitable initiatives and community organizations through direct contributions, volunteer work, and partnerships.
We aim to make a positive impact and give back to the communities that have supported us over the years.
Join us at Carl Buddig and Company, where tradition meets innovation, and where our passion for quality meat products is matched by our commitment to our people and communities.
Position Summary: The Packaging Department Manager will effectively perform all the required duties in an accurate, thorough, and safe manner as outlined per the Carl Buddig and Company job description.
Employees are responsible for producing a safe and quality food product per USDA guidelines and are required to report all food safety related problems to their supervisor, manager, or to the quality assurance department in order to initiate immediate action.
Key Responsibilities: Manage the operation consisting of 1st shift salaried supervisors and hourly union employees in the production of 100 million pounds per year.
Serve as a part of the plant’s management team.
Ensure compliance to personal safety and plant quality requirements.
Ensure customer service goals are met and exceeded.
Manage and improve labor cost, yields, and supply usage levels.
Ensure compliance to USDA requirements for production of fully cooked meat products.
Develop salaried supervisors and hourly employees to maximize performance.
Ensure that employees are abiding by all Carl Buddig and Company policies via the Employee Handbook and Safety Manual.
Ensure that packaging department employees are performing job duties as outlined via the Line Packer, Team Leader, Material Handler, and production supervisor Job Descriptions.
Manage or assist in capital projects throughout the project life cycle.
Evaluate labor requirements and production rates for potential new business opportunities.
Must adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Education & Experience: Must be 18 years of age.
Must be able to legally work in the United States.
4-year degree preferred, preferably in engineering, operations management or business management, master’s degree a plus.
Minimum 3-5 years management experience.
Knowledgeable about OSHA and USDA regulations, lean manufacturing, process optimization, cost management.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
Working Conditions: Must be able to work in temperatures of 40 degrees or less.
Must be able to stand for 8-9 hours per day.
Must be able to bend, stoop, and squat as needed for housekeeping responsibilities and other miscellaneous duties.
Must be able to work in a high-speed packaging environment.
Must be able to work a minimum 40 or more hours per week.
Must be able to work mandatory overtime, if necessary, including weekends.
Pay range for this position is $95,000 to $105,000 depending on experience.
Benefits for this role include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA, HSA, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Vacation & PTO, and Tuition Reimbursement.
There is also a potential for a discretionary bonus this bonus is based on personal & company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan.
Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment Decisions Statement Carl Buddig and Company does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to make any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, performance evaluations, discipline, or termination.
All employment decisions are made by trained HR professionals and company leaders to ensure fairness, consistency, and compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act.
Compensation details: 95 Yearly Salary PI200e584b32ce-25448-39179238
Title: Senior Designer – Oil & Steel Manufacturing
Location: Merrillville, IN (On-site)
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Shift/Hours: Monday–Friday, standard business hours
Base Salary: $85,000 – $115,000 (DOE)
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; PTO; 401(k); Paid Holidays; Career Growth Opportunities
About the Opportunity
An engineering organization is seeking a Senior Designer with experience in oil or steel manufacturing to support complex design projects. This role involves preparing construction documents, developing layouts, performing calculations, and ensuring compliance with client and internal standards. The position offers collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams and exposure to field work, point cloud data, and 3D modeling.
Job Duties
• Complete layouts for projects ranging from simple to complex independently.
• Determine design criteria, drawing sequences, and sectioning for system components.
• Update P&IDs and select or modify standard details.
• Perform calculations, measurements, and prepare material documentation.
• Develop complete discipline drawing packages and ensure compliance with client and internal standards.
• Review and check work of other designers within the discipline.
• Coordinate with project team members to ensure overall project progress.
• Conduct field walkdowns and produce sketches as needed.
Qualifications
• Minimum of 7 years of design experience in the oil or steel manufacturing industries.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, including 3D modeling.
• Experience working with point cloud scans.
• Strong understanding of design criteria, material specifications, and construction documentation.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and team collaboration skills.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
Job Description
United States Steel Corporation is looking for a Shift Manager Operations, responsible for utilizing a hands-on approach to effectively deal with technical and non-technical issues related to production by recognizing potential problems and making critical decisions with little input from other managers. In addition, this role will be directing the safe, efficient and economical operation of the facility, and coordinating activities of workers engaged in overseeing the operation. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively engage teams and promote an environment of respect, communication, and collaboration through two-way communication and encouraging new ideas and different perspectives that drive individual, team, and company success.
Responsibilities:
* Administer the U. S. Steel safety program to ensure a safe work environment, including proper housekeeping.
* Coordinates, organizes, and directs activities of the operating crew.
* Supervises union employees and works closely with vendors and contractors.
* Monitors all steps of the operation to ensure Standard Quality and Operating Practices and guidelines are being followed.
* Reduce unit downtime and improve performance of facility equipment.
* Develop and implement operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve product quality.
* Plan and directs production activities for products in keeping with effective operations and cost factors.
* Implementation of the production plan by coordinating material movement and equipment operation to meet customer specifications - including quality and delivery requirements.
* Assist workers in diagnosing malfunction in machinery and equipment.
* Devise and implement cost saving strategies.
* Perform administrative activities such as scheduling crews, completing production reports, conducting safety conversations, and complying other reporting as necessary.
Requirements:
* High school diploma or GED required. Preferred candidate will have a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Management, Industrial Technology or similar degree program or equivalent years of demonstrated knowledge in large industrial maintenance/operation environment.
* Minimum of 10 years work experience supervising crews in a manufacturing or industrial environment -
* Preferred candidate will have experience supervising unionized employees
* Working rotating shifts which will include extended workdays, weekends, and holidays.
* Level and compensation will be based on experience.
Company Overview
Since 1901, U. S. Steel has been a recognized leader in steel production. Today, as the first North American steel company to have declared a 2050 net-zero greenhouse gas emissions goal, we remain as innovative as ever, leading transformation across our industry while continuing to make products for everyday life - from industries as far ranging as automotive, construction, containers and packaging, appliances, and energy.
Underneath it all is our Culture of Caring, which shows up in our community partnerships, charitable contributions, company-sponsored employee volunteer initiatives, scholarship programs, leadership training, and much more. And of course, it takes shape in a steadfast commitment to safety first in our workplaces and respect for our employees, who are United by Steel.
We are honored to have earned accolades and awards from well-regarded organizations, including the following:
* Ethisphere's World's Most Ethical Companies 2022, '23, '24
* Disability: IN's Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion 2021, '22, '23, '24
* Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Equality 100 Award 2020, '21, '22, '23-24, '25
* Military Times' Best for Vets: Employers 2023, '24
Conducting business with integrity and with the highest ethical values has underpinned U. S. Steel's success for over 100 years, and it remains critical to our company's success in the future. U. S. Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) according to job qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, genetics, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity, disability status or status as a protected Veteran or any other legally protected group status. (California residents may visit regarding collection of personal information and U. S. Steel's privacy practices.)
Key Responsibilities
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on CNC machines, mills, lathes, and other production equipment.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues.
- Troubleshoot CNC control systems
- Conduct regular inspections to ensure equipment performance and reliability.
- Collaborate with production and engineering teams to minimize downtime and optimize machine performance.
- Maintain detailed maintenance logs and documentation of all repairs and PM activities.
- Assist with equipment installations, alignments, and calibration.
- Ensure compliance with all safety procedures and company standards.
Qualifications
- 2+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment; CNC equipment experience required.
- Strong knowledge of CNC control systems
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and technical manuals.
- Proficient in troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and PLC-related issues.
Provide Safety Health and Environmental leadership and training to ensure continuous improvement in EHS performance. This is primarily a support role working under the site EHS Manager. Assisting with the administration of compliance programs, procedures, and policies. This role may also act as a liaison with regulatory agencies when necessary.
This position covers two Illinois Innophos locations: Chicago Heights and Riverdale. These two facilities are located approximately 10 miles apart. Work performed will be in a manufacturing of specialty ingredients setting and an office setting. All work in the manufacturing environment requires use of protective clothing and personal devices: safety shoes, hard hat, safety glasses, earplugs, goggles, insulated gloves, safety vest, harness, hair net, slicker suit and may include the use of respiratory protection.
Key Responsibilities
- Supportive role providing Health, Safety and Environmental direction, leadership, and training to ensure continuous improvement in EHS performance
- Contribute to and support compliance programs, procedures, and policies and acting as a liaison with regulatory agencies when necessary
- Support all health, safety, and environmental programs, including developing, writing, implementing, auditing, and maintaining policies and procedures in compliance with company, local, state and federal rules and regulations
- Provide training to employees in work site safety practices, fire prevention, and correct handling techniques for chemical, toxins, equipment, and other materials
- Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations including recordkeeping
- Lead role in weekly safety meetings, and coordinator for EHS training including communications
- Performs inspections for potential EHS risks, determines corrective or preventive measures where indicated, and follows up to ensure measures have been implemented
- Major contributor during Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigation of incidents, injuries, and near misses and drives action items to closure
- Assists with implementation and compliance for all environmental programs
- Assists with management of Workers Compensation claims
- Supportive role following PSM Practices such as Employee Participation, Mechanical Integrity, Management of Change, and Pre-Startup Safety Review
- Performs routine job skills analysis and task assessments
- Demonstrates commitment to safety
- Some evening or weekend work may be required
Required Education And Experience
- BS degree in Health, Safety, Environmental, Engineering, or relevant technical discipline or equivalent experience
- 5 or more years of experience in a health and safety role at a manufacturing location, preferably in the chemical or food industry
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Strong interpersonal and communication (written and oral) skills, including the ability to train
- Working knowledge of OSHA and USEPA regulatory matters covering industrial chemical process operations
- Microsoft Office software: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Environmental And/or Physical Requirements
- All work in the manufacturing environment requires use of protective clothing and personal devices: safety shoes, hard hat, safety glasses, earplugs, goggles, insulated gloves, safety vest, harness, hair net, slicker suit and may include the use of respiratory protection
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision benefits which start the 1st of the month after hire
- Annual incentive bonus eligibility based on individual and company performance
- Tax advantaged health savings and spending accounts
- 401k eligibility with company match and annual discretionary contribution
- Time off: vacation, holidays/floating holidays, personal and sick days
- Company provided Life and Disability Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Fitness Membership Reimbursement Program
- Educational assistance program
The benefits set forth in this posting reflect Innophos’ current benefits for similarly situated employees, are subject in all respects to the terms and conditions of the applicable program policies and may be modified or discontinued by Innophos in the future (subject to applicable law).
About Innophos
Innophos is a leading international producer of specialty ingredient solutions that deliver far-reaching, versatile benefits for the food, health, nutrition and industrial markets. We leverage our expertise in the science and technology of blending and formulating phosphate, mineral and botanical based ingredients for our customers.
Our people are the heart of our organization and the foundation of our success. We are driven by our core values of safety, diversity, integrity and collaboration.
Headquartered in Cranbury, New Jersey, Innophos has manufacturing operations across the United States, in Canada, Mexico and China and sells into over 70 countries.
Innophos is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Innophos is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates in our recruiting process, as required by applicable federal, state and local laws.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications against job descriptions, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses (including recording, transcribing, and summarizing our interviews). These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Traffic and Logistics Manager -- Manufacturing / Distribution Environment to join their team. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in hands‑on operations, enjoys improving processes, and values being the primary technical authority within the manufacturing function.
This role is ideal for a logistics professional who thrives in fast-paced, constantly shifting environments, enjoys managing complexity, and excels at coordinating production, packing, and outbound shipment schedules under tight customer-driven timelines.
This position owns the day-to-day coordination and execution of outbound logistics and shipment routing, ensuring time-sensitive orders move accurately and on schedule. The role partners closely with manufacturing and packing teams and plays a critical role in meeting strict customer delivery requirements (including 48-hour ship windows for major retailers).
While this is a leadership role, it is highly hands-on and administrative in nature, requiring exceptional organization, attention to detail, and comfort managing large volumes of transactional logistics activity through a Transportation Management System (TMS) and customer portals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and support a traffic/logistics team, providing direction, prioritization, and coaching in a high-volume environment.
- Coordinate shipment routing and execution for outbound freight.
- Manage daily shipment flow to meet time-sensitive customer delivery commitments, including expedited shipping requirements.
- Collaborate closely with manufacturing, scheduling, and packing operations to align production output with outbound capacity.
- Oversee shipment documentation, customer portals, and order compliance requirements.
- Monitor shipment status, transit timing, and exceptions — proactively resolving issues as priorities shift.
- Maintain accurate logistics records, reporting, and administrative controls within a TMS environment.
- Drive process consistency and operational improvements focused on accuracy, efficiency, and on-time performance.
- Serve as a key internal point of contact between operations, customer service, and logistics execution.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor’s Degree in supply chain management, logistics, or related field.
- 5+ years of leadership experience within traffic, logistics, or transportation coordination.
- Previous experience working at a manufacturing or distribution organization.
- Strong experience with shipment routing and execution.
- Proven success in high-volume, detail-heavy, administrative logistics environments.
- Experience supporting or coordinating production and packing line schedules.
- Demonstrated ability to pivot quickly and manage competing priorities in fast-moving operations.
- Comfort working with tight customer ship windows and service-level expectations.
- Hands-on experience using Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and logistics technology.
- Highly organized, process-oriented, and technologically proficient.
- Regular interaction with plant and operations teams.
- Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment requiring adaptability and decisiveness.
Compensation Range: $80,000 - $92,000
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 Traffic and Logistics 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 to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.
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Lead Estimator
Commercial & Healthcare Construction
About the Company
Our client is an established, south Chicago based general contractor with decades of experience delivering quality commercial, healthcare, food service, and institutional projects. Their reputation is built on longterm client relationships, collaborative project delivery, and a strong commitment to craftsmanship and integrity. We provide full preconstruction and construction services with a focus on transparency, accuracy, and client satisfaction.
Position Summary
The Lead Estimator will oversee all estimating and preconstruction efforts, playing a critical role in project planning, cost strategy, client management, and risk evaluation. This individual will lead budgeting efforts from conceptual pricing through final bid submission while supporting business development and operational leadership.
This role is ideal for a strategic and driven construction professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and wants meaningful impact on project success.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead conceptual, negotiated, and final estimates for negotiated and competitive bid projects
- Develop detailed quantity takeoffs, cost models, and pricing strategies
- Manage subcontractor solicitation, bid leveling, and scope alignment
- Analyze drawings and specifications to identify risks, gaps, and value engineering opportunities
- Establish and maintain historical cost data and benchmarking tools
- Present project budgets and cost analyses to leadership and clients
- Support preconstruction meetings and transition projects to operations teams
- Assist with bid packaging, procurement planning, and buyout strategy
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior estimators as needed
Qualifications
- 5–12+ years of construction estimating experience
- Strong knowledge of healthcare, institutional, food service, or commercial construction preferred
- Proficiency with estimating software and takeoff tools
- Advanced Excel skills and strong financial acumen
- Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and construction sequencing
- Strong communication skills and ability to interface with clients and trade partners
- Experience leading estimates independently from concept to submission
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary ranging from $140k to $160k
- Performance based bonus opportunities
- 401k with company match
- 3+ weeks of PTO (increasing with tenure)
- 100% employer paid health / dental / vision
LHH is seeking a results-driven Plant Manager to lead all aspects of a high visibility manufacturing operation. This is a Direct Hire, permanent position operating onsite in Northwest, Indiana. This role encompasses full responsibility for all site operations, including production, maintenance, engineering, environmental health and safety, and the execution of major capital projects. The Plant Manager will have full P&L ownership, including operating and capital budgets, while driving continuous improvement, strengthening site culture, and delivering operational excellence.
Location: Northwest, Indiana
Compensation: $175,000 - $195,000
Bonus eligible. Car allowance, generous benefits package
***Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.***
Key Responsibilities
• Provide full operational leadership for the site, including production performance, cost
control, capital planning, sustainability initiatives, and workforce development
• Develop and execute a strategic operations plan aligned with safety, efficiency, and long-term
growth objectives
• Oversee daily operations through direct leadership of production and maintenance teams
• Champion a strong safety culture with a goal of zero incidents and full regulatory compliance
• Manage operating and capital budgets, including full P&L responsibility
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability, throughput, quality, and cost
performance
• Serve as the primary site contact for regulatory inspections and compliance requirements
• Develop, coach, and engage employees at all levels to build a high-performing team
• Actively engage with the workforce, maintaining a visible presence on the shop floor
Qualifications
• 5+ years of manufacturing plant leadership with full site accountability
• 10+ years of experience in industrial or heavy manufacturing environments
• Proven success leading major capital projects from feasibility through execution
• Strong business acumen, including strategic planning, budgeting, EBITDA and margin
improvement, and resource allocation
• Demonstrated ability to drive operational excellence, cultural change, and continuous
improvement
• Solid technical understanding of manufacturing equipment and processes
(mechanical/electrical exposure)
• Ability to lead effectively from the shop floor to executive leadership
• Track record of improving safety performance, operational reliability, productivity, and
employee engagement
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field preferred but not required
• Strong leadership presence, sound judgment, and high emotional intelligence
***Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.***
If you or someone in your network fit this profile and would like to apply for this Plant Manager position in Northwest Indiana, please submit your application alongside your resume using the link in this posting.
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Senior Chemist – Product Development & Quality
Salary: $80,000 – $100,000 per year
Gurtler Industries is seeking a Senior Chemist to support product development, formulation, quality control, and technical services within our specialty chemical manufacturing operations.
This role plays an important part in ensuring that both new and existing chemical products meet the highest standards for performance, consistency, and quality while supporting production and customer-facing technical needs.
If you enjoy applying chemistry to real-world industrial challenges and working in a collaborative manufacturing environment, we would like to hear from you.
About Gurtler Industries
Gurtler Industries is a family-owned manufacturer of specialty chemicals and equipment serving the commercial laundry industry across North America. For over 40 years, we have built a reputation for delivering high-performance solutions and long-term customer partnerships.
Our team focuses on innovation, operational excellence, and helping customers operate more efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
Product Development & Formulation
- Lead formulation and development of new chemical products
- Evaluate and test raw materials for performance, cost efficiency, and compatibility
- Conduct laboratory testing and performance benchmarking
- Support scale-up from laboratory development to production
Quality Control & Process Improvement
- Maintain and improve quality control protocols for raw materials and finished products
- Investigate batch discrepancies and support production troubleshooting
- Develop and maintain laboratory testing procedures and documentation
- Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 quality management standards
Technical Support
- Provide technical expertise to internal teams and customers
- Analyze chemical performance issues and recommend solutions
- Prepare technical reports from laboratory and field testing
- Assist with product performance evaluations when needed
Laboratory Operations
- Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration schedules, and testing standards
- Ensure safe laboratory practices and proper documentation
- Protect proprietary formulations and confidential company information
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific field
- 7–10+ years of experience in chemical formulation, product development, or quality control
- Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial chemical environment
- Strong knowledge of laboratory testing methods and analytical techniques
- Experience working within ISO quality systems
- Work Authorization: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Gurtler Industries does not provide visa sponsorship or transfer sponsorship for this position.
Preferred
- Master's degree in Chemistry or related field
- Experience with specialty chemicals, detergents, surfactants, or cleaning formulations
- Strong technical communication and reporting skills
Benefits
- $80,000 – $100,000 per year
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid holidays and vacation
- First-shift schedule
- Stable, family-owned company environment
Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
This role is based at our South Holland, Illinois headquarters and requires onsite laboratory work.
Qualified candidates interested in contributing to product innovation and technical excellence are encouraged to apply.