Engineering Structures Jobs in Melrose Park

We’re seeking dependable individuals who want to build a side income alongside their full-time work. This role offers flexible tasks you can perform outside your regular job hours. You’ll be given structured guidance and tools to identify side hustles that complement your main job, without conflict or burnout.

Responsibilities:

• Work through curated side-hustle ideas and evaluate which suit your skills and schedule

• Test and implement methods to generate extra income (e.g. remote tasks, micro-projects)

• Track your time and earnings; maintain simple reports

• Adjust your workflow and focus on the side hustles that deliver the best return

Requirements:

• Must have a full-time job already (or other main commitment)

• Reliable internet access and a device (laptop, tablet or smartphone)

• Basic organization skills and ability to work independently

• Willingness to learn and experiment

Preferred Qualities:

• Self-motivated

• Good at managing time

• Comfortable trying new things

• Able to commit a few hours each week

Benefits:

• Work on your own schedule (evenings/weekends)

• Low risk; minimal overhead

• Opportunity to scale income over time

• Support and guidance provided

We’re looking for people interested in a part-time remote opportunity to supplement their main income. This position is ideal for professionals, freelancers, and anyone who wants to improve their financial situation with flexible, manageable work.

You’ll receive access to structured resources explaining simple, effective ways to earn extra income using your existing skills and free time.

Responsibilities:

• Review step-by-step guides and apply them independently

• Choose methods that fit your experience and lifestyle

• Monitor and report your own results to measure progress

• Maintain consistency and reliability

Requirements:

• Reliable internet connection and basic computer literacy

• Strong self-motivation and time management

• Comfortable working independently

• Willingness to learn new approaches

Benefits:

• Remote and flexible schedule

• No selling or cold calling

• Practical ways to build a stable side income

• Opportunity for long-term financial growth

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Manager Trainee - Operations (Travel Program - Relocation Required)

Position is based in a BioLife Center (not remote)

Are you a self-motivated leader looking for a career that you can feel good about? At BioLife, opportunities to build a fast-paced career are within your reach. As a Manager Trainee, you will participate in a comprehensive training program aimed at enhancing your leadership skills, operational knowledge, and preparing you for accelerated career growth into an Assistant Manager role.

Our centers are fast-paced, because that’s how we tackle rare diseases.

With the incredible growth of 235+ BioLife Plasma Services centers across the U.S., the future looks bright for you. Opportunities to grow as a professional and as a leader are within your reach. When you work at BioLife, you’ll feel good knowing what you do makes an impact.

A Typical Day for You May Include:

• Assistant Manager Career Growth & Development: The development program lasts approximately 12 months and includes structured training with mentorship and leadership guidance. Upon completion, you’ll have an additional six months to advance into an Assistant Manager position.
• Learn Operations Management: Over the course of the program, gain hands-on experience in operational production, including financial, regulatory, administrative, marketing, quality, facilities, and people management. Gain exposure to real-world challenges such as audit processes, compliance requirements, and team performance management.
• Production Environment & Customer Service: Contribute to donor floor operations and ensure exceptional customer service by assisting with production tasks while maintaining strict regulatory compliance and safety standards.
• Develop Leadership and Employee Relations Skills: Work alongside a diverse team and practice team member selection, performance feedback, and collaboration. Build foundational skills in mentoring, feedback delivery, and fostering an inclusive environment, preparing you for managing teams at various organizational levels.
• Contribute to Creating Life-Changing Medicines: Learn how to maintain BioLife’s quality and safety standards to achieve production and cost goals while ensuring compliance with regulations and BioLife SOPs.
• Networking (Travel) Opportunities: Embark on an exciting journey through our comprehensive travel package. You’ll explore BioLife locations nationwide, expanding your professional network and learning from our talented team members at various centers.
• Relocation: Upon completing the program and earning a promotion to a management position, you will need to relocate to one of BioLife’s locations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent leadership experience (approximately 3 years)
• Willingness to travel up to 85% (program dependent)
• Ability to relocate upon securing an Assistant Manager role through an application process
• Valid CPR/AED certification (or willingness to obtain during the program)
• Ability to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to walk and/or stand for the entire work shift
• Ability to lean, bend, stoop, crouch, and reach above shoulders and below knees
• Ability to frequently lift up to 32 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Fine motor coordination, depth perception, and ability to monitor equipment from a distance
• Due to potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens (risk level 1), 90% of work tasks require prolonged glove wear

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with SOPs, GDP, GMP, CLIA, and FDA regulations
• Experience working in a regulated industry or high-compliance environment

We Offer Comprehensive Benefits from Day One

• Major medical, dental, and vision insurance and prescription coverage for eligible employees
• A minimum of 15 vacation days and 10 company-paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Retirement savings with a generous employer contribution and matching program
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance

About BioLife Plasma Services

Every day at BioLife, we feel good knowing that what we do helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases. While you focus on our donors, we’ll support you. We offer a purpose you can believe in, a team you can count on, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program, all in a fast-paced, friendly environment.

BioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BioLife is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

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BioLife Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. 

For Location:

U.S. Base Salary Range:

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.  The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location. 

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Exempt

Job Title : Aviation Electronics, Electrical & Computer Systems Technician (AE/AT) Category / Component : Enlisted • Active Overview Aviation Electronics, Electrical and Computer Systems Technicians keep Navy aircraft mission ready by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing the electrical power, avionics, and computer based systems that enable radar, communications, navigation, flight controls, and weapons at sea and ashore.

Qualified Sailors may also volunteer as Naval Aircrewmen and perform in flight systems operations and mission support.

Key Responsibilities Troubleshoot and repair complex aircraft systems including digital computers, fiber optics, radar, laser electronics, infrared detection, and communications and navigation suites; maintain aircraft electrical power generation and distribution systems; test and calibrate aircraft instruments and automatic flight controls; perform micro miniature circuit card repair for qualified technicians; install modifications and upgrades to aircraft avionics and electrical systems; use diagnostic equipment and interpret schematics and wiring diagrams to restore systems to full mission capability.

What to Expect A mix of hands on flight line maintenance and bench diagnostics in hangars, avionics shops, and aboard aircraft carriers; frequent troubleshooting under time pressure to return aircraft to service; work around high tempo flight operations with rotating shifts, nights, and weekends while deployed; strict adherence to safety, tool control, foreign object damage prevention, tag out procedures, and quality assurance standards; opportunities to qualify as a work center leader or collateral duty inspector as you gain experience.

Work Environment Assignments with squadrons at naval air stations and aboard aircraft carriers worldwide; work in hangars, avionics labs, and outdoors on flight lines in all weather conditions and high noise environments; close teamwork with other aviation ratings and aircrew in a structured maintenance organization; potential temporary duty with detachments and deployments supporting carrier or expeditionary operations.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Recruit Training followed by Class A School in Pensacola, Florida, covering aviation theory, electrical systems, electronics fundamentals, and technical skills; assignment after A School into either the Aviation Electrician's Mate or Aviation Electronics Technician rating based on performance and Navy needs; advanced platform specific schools for particular aircraft and mission systems; opportunities to qualify for micro miniature repair and, for volunteers who qualify, to attend Naval Aircrew training.

Enlist for the Aviation Electronics and Electrical pipeline, with final placement into AE or AT after A School based on performance and service needs; qualified Sailors may later volunteer for Naval Aircrew duty after initial rating qualification and screening.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: United States citizenship and eligibility for a security clearance; normal color perception; interest in aviation and working around aircraft; strong aptitude in electronics, computers, and precision technical work; manual dexterity, good memory, and physical fitness sufficient to work safely on flight lines, in hangars, and on shipboard aircraft.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Job Title : Aviation Electronics, Electrical & Computer Systems Technician (AE/AT) Category / Component : Enlisted • Active Overview Aviation Electronics, Electrical and Computer Systems Technicians keep Navy aircraft mission ready by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing the electrical power, avionics, and computer based systems that enable radar, communications, navigation, flight controls, and weapons at sea and ashore.

Qualified Sailors may also volunteer as Naval Aircrewmen and perform in flight systems operations and mission support.

Key Responsibilities Troubleshoot and repair complex aircraft systems including digital computers, fiber optics, radar, laser electronics, infrared detection, and communications and navigation suites; maintain aircraft electrical power generation and distribution systems; test and calibrate aircraft instruments and automatic flight controls; perform micro miniature circuit card repair for qualified technicians; install modifications and upgrades to aircraft avionics and electrical systems; use diagnostic equipment and interpret schematics and wiring diagrams to restore systems to full mission capability.

What to Expect A mix of hands on flight line maintenance and bench diagnostics in hangars, avionics shops, and aboard aircraft carriers; frequent troubleshooting under time pressure to return aircraft to service; work around high tempo flight operations with rotating shifts, nights, and weekends while deployed; strict adherence to safety, tool control, foreign object damage prevention, tag out procedures, and quality assurance standards; opportunities to qualify as a work center leader or collateral duty inspector as you gain experience.

Work Environment Assignments with squadrons at naval air stations and aboard aircraft carriers worldwide; work in hangars, avionics labs, and outdoors on flight lines in all weather conditions and high noise environments; close teamwork with other aviation ratings and aircrew in a structured maintenance organization; potential temporary duty with detachments and deployments supporting carrier or expeditionary operations.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Recruit Training followed by Class A School in Pensacola, Florida, covering aviation theory, electrical systems, electronics fundamentals, and technical skills; assignment after A School into either the Aviation Electrician's Mate or Aviation Electronics Technician rating based on performance and Navy needs; advanced platform specific schools for particular aircraft and mission systems; opportunities to qualify for micro miniature repair and, for volunteers who qualify, to attend Naval Aircrew training.

Enlist for the Aviation Electronics and Electrical pipeline, with final placement into AE or AT after A School based on performance and service needs; qualified Sailors may later volunteer for Naval Aircrew duty after initial rating qualification and screening.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: United States citizenship and eligibility for a security clearance; normal color perception; interest in aviation and working around aircraft; strong aptitude in electronics, computers, and precision technical work; manual dexterity, good memory, and physical fitness sufficient to work safely on flight lines, in hangars, and on shipboard aircraft.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Full-Time | Base Salary + Performance Incentives | Fast-Growth Environment

We are seeking a motivated, early-career professional who wants to build a career in Talent Acquisition, Recruiting Operations, or Human Resources.

This is not a traditional staffing role.

We partner with growing organizations across multiple industries to manage the top-of-funnel recruitment process — sourcing, qualifying, and booking candidates for first-round interviews. Once interviews are scheduled, our clients take the process from there.

This role is ideal for a recent college graduate or early-career professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys performance metrics, and is motivated by measurable results.

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What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Making 500–1,000 outbound calls per day

• Screening candidates for alignment and role fit

• Booking qualified candidates for first-round interviews

• Managing candidate pipelines and tracking performance metrics

• Optimizing call scripts and improving booking ratios

• Working closely with leadership to improve funnel performance

This is a metrics-driven role. Success is measured by activity, conversion rates, and booking outcomes.

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Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (Business, Communications, HR, Psychology, or related field)

• Competitive, goal-oriented, and coachable

• Comfortable handling high call volume

• Strong communicator with professional phone presence

• Motivated by base pay + performance incentives

• Interested in building a long-term career in Talent Acquisition or HR

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What You’ll Gain

• Real experience in high-volume recruiting strategy

• Training in talent pipeline management and performance analytics

• Direct exposure to client-facing recruitment operations

• A clear performance-based growth track

• Base salary + structured performance incentives

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This Role Is NOT For You If:

• You dislike outbound calling

• You struggle with activity goals

• You prefer slow-paced environments

• You want a purely administrative HR role

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Why This Role Is Different

Most recruiting jobs focus on full-cycle placement.

We specialize in optimizing the top of the recruitment funnel — where most companies struggle.

You’ll learn how hiring truly works at scale.

If you’re competitive, analytical, and looking to build a serious foundation in Talent Acquisition, apply.

Senior Legal Counsel – Commercial Finance

Looking for your next challenge in commercial finance law? A growing legal team in the greater Chicago area is seeking a strategic, business‐oriented Senior Legal Counsel to support high‐impact commercial finance operations. This role serves as a key legal advisor and business partner, with a primary focus on equipment finance, commercial lending, and regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates thrive in fast‐paced environments, balance risk with business objectives, and enjoy working cross‐functionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead transaction origination for equipment loans, leases, and other commercial financing arrangements

• Draft, review, and negotiate finance contracts, leasing agreements, vendor programs, capital markets agreements, and related documentation

• Monitor U.S. federal and state regulatory developments—including commercial lending, leasing, consumer protection, and data privacy—and integrate compliance requirements into business processes

• Advise on supplier management and third‐party risk, including onboarding, risk assessments, and contract performance issues

• Support a broad range of legal matters such as employment law, intellectual property, dispute resolution, compliance initiatives, corporate governance, and operational legal needs

• Partner with internal business units (Sales, Operations, Credit, Capital Markets) to provide timely, accurate legal guidance

• Manage outside counsel on transactions and litigation to ensure cost‐effective, high‐quality legal support

• Identify and mitigate legal and business risks associated with equipment leasing, lending, and complex financing structures

• Participate in department operations, including legal technology utilization, template management, and workflow optimization

• Maintain ongoing CLE with emphasis on commercial finance and regulatory trends

Key Qualifications

• Strong understanding of U.S. federal and Illinois state laws applicable to equipment finance, secured lending, and commercial transactions

• Familiarity with UCC Article 2 and Article 9, contract law, and related regulatory frameworks

• Experience with contract negotiation, commercial transactions, litigation, restructuring, workouts, and distressed asset matters

• Ability to research and interpret laws and provide practical, business‐focused legal guidance

• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build strong cross‐functional partnerships

• Proactive problem‐solver with strong analytical and critical‐thinking abilities

• Comfortable leveraging legal technology and modern AI tools to improve efficiency

Education & Experience Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD)

• Licensed and in good standing to practice in Illinois, or eligible for an in‐house counsel license

• 5–8+ years of commercial finance experience, including equipment leasing and lending

• Continuous improvement mindset; experience with legal tech preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $175,000–$197,000, depending on experience

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off, including 3 weeks' vacation

• Company‐paid life insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Training and development opportunities

If you're looking to make an impact, drive transaction success, and stay at the forefront of commercial finance regulatory trends, this opportunity offers the platform to do so. Apply today for immediate consideration.

Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job and candidate matches faster.

About the role:

Entry level sales at TQL is an opportunity to build a career with an industry leader that offers an award-winning culture and high earning potential with uncapped commission. This is more than just sales; you'll build relationships, negotiate freight deals, solve complex logistics issues and manage shipments from pickup to delivery. No experience necessary: we offer a paid, hands-on formal training program in sales and logistics.

What’s in it for you:

• $45,000 - $50,000 minimum compensation your first year, based on education
• Uncapped commission opportunity
• Our average sales representative hits six figures after three years of selling
• Want to know what the top 20% earn? Ask your recruiter

Who we’re looking for:

• You compete daily in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
• You’re self-motivated, set ambitious goals and work relentlessly to achieve them
• You’re coachable, enjoy solving problems and thinking on your feet
• College degree preferred, but not required
• Military veterans encouraged to apply

What you'll do:

• Receive 6 months of direct training from experienced Logistics Account Executives
• Help your account executive solve customer needs, find carriers for time-sensitive freight and manage daily operations
• Participate in hands-on and virtual training sessions
• Develop negotiation skills through prospecting and cold calling
• Build your book
• Use your training to meet sales metrics and become eligible for commission
• Establish relationships to close new customers
• Negotiate prices with customers and carriers
• Resolve freight issues to ensure timely pickup and delivery

What you need:

• Elite work ethic, 100% in-office
• Strong negotiation skills with ability to handle conflict
• Entrepreneurial mindset and exceptional customer service

Why TQL:

• Certified Great Place to Work with 800+ lifetime workplace award wins
• Outstanding career growth potential with a structured leadership track
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Health, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Optional paid relocation with sign-on bonus to the Greater Cincinnati area with TQL's Fast Track Program
• Perks including employee discounts, financial wellness planning, tuition reimbursement and more

Where you'll be: 700 Butterfield Road, Lombard, Illinois 60148

Employment visa sponsorship is unavailable for this position. Applicants requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., F-1 STEM OPT, H-1B, TN, J1 etc.) will not be considered.