Engineering Structures Jobs in Park Ridge, IL

Uses the nursing process (Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation/Coordination/Teaching and Promotion, Evaluation) to guide practice and respond to patient needs.

• Gathers pertinent data and information relative to patients' health status and needs and analyzes the assessment data to determine actual or potential diagnoses, problems or issues.
• Identifies expected outcomes or goals of care based on a plan to individualize care and in collaboration with patients, families, groups, communities or populations served.
• Develops a plan that prescribes strategies to attain expected outcomes or goals.
• Nurses systematically implement the individualized care plan, facilitates the coordination of care with inter and intra-professional colleagues and employs strategies for health teaching and promotion.
• Evaluates progress toward achieving defined outcomes/goals and change the plan if necessary.
• Implements evidenced-based approaches to care.

Professional Practice. Expected to engage in professional role activities, including leadership, appropriate to their education and position. Accountable for their professional actions to themselves, their healthcare consumers, their peers and to society.

• Uses resources and speaks up to help evaluate situations where unethical behavior is in question. Consults other professionals to initiate ethical consults when needed.

• Works with a questioning attitude raises clinical concerns. Uses current literature to guide practice and offer ideas for improve practice and outcomes.

• Implements practices that are congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles.

• Communicates effectively and speaks up when communication from others is not clear and may endanger the safety of patients, families, groups, communities or colleagues. Effective verbal and written communication in the form of documentation in the medical record are essential to effective practice. Seeks assistance to resolve conflict if unable to resolve independently.

• Collaboration with patients and families is essential in developing an effective plan of care and nurses must collaborate inter and intra-professionally for effective practice. Actively participates in interdisciplinary care planning.

• The level of leadership for a Registered Nurse 2 (RN 2) is consistent with the level of experience, knowledge and licensure. Must delegate appropriately and effectively to unlicensed assistive personnel and ensure the quality of work. Effectively evaluates the completion of delegated care and provides feedback to unlicensed assistive personnel and other nurses.

• Continues to learn and develop competence that reflects current nursing practice. Completion of assigned learning materials and competency activities is expected within orientation and beyond. Seeks feedback to improve performance and raise questions when unsure of the correct path for patient care or professional performance.

• Expected to contribute to the professional growth of others by acting as a preceptor, clinical coach and mentor to novice nurses and nursing students.

• Seeks evidence-based solutions to clinical issues and integrate them into practice.
• Nurses contribute to quality nursing practice. Seeks to understand the metrics used to evaluate the effectiveness of overall nursing practice by participating in department huddles and meetings. Identifies opportunities to improve practice and seeks support to implement change. Actively participates in improvement projects and supports evidence-based changes to practice.

• Utilizes resources appropriately to plan, provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective, and fiscally responsible. Speaks up when resources are needed and advocates for patients so resources are provided as needed across the continuum of care.

• Practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. This includes the handling and disposing of medication and biohazardous material. Knowledge of and adherence to regulatory guidelines is expected.

Caring. Caring is an essential component of nursing practice and is demonstrated through concrete acts, interpersonal connections, verbal and nonverbal communication. Nurses also promote self-care and care for the environment and society. Loyola Medicine values are actively demonstrated in the behaviors of the RN.

Safety. Advocates for safety in patient care and within the work environment by raising concerns, reporting safety events, reporting conditions that could cause a safety event (near misses), by participating in investigation of safety events and improvement efforts and by implementing best practices to improve safety.

Living Our Values. Demonstrates the Trinity Health/Loyola Medicine values in every interaction with patients, families, visitors, colleagues and providers.

Position Requirements:

Minimum Education:

Required: Bachelors Degree

Preferred: N/A

Specify Degree(s): Nursing

Residency: N/A

Minimum Experience:

Required: Less than one year of previous job-related experience

Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience

Managerial Experience: N/A

Licensure/Certifications:

Required:

Basic Life Support (CPR)

Nursing - Current Registered Nurse license State of Illinois

Preferred: N/A

Other: Specialty certification in a clinical or functional area of nursing granted by a national nursing organization is preferred.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Uses the nursing process (Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation/Coordination/Teaching and Promotion, Evaluation) to guide practice and respond to patient needs.

• Gathers pertinent data and information relative to patients' health status and needs and analyzes the assessment data to determine actual or potential diagnoses, problems or issues.
• Identifies expected outcomes or goals of care based on a plan to individualize care and in collaboration with patients, families, groups, communities or populations served.
• Develops a plan that prescribes strategies to attain expected outcomes or goals.
• Nurses systematically implement the individualized care plan, facilitates the coordination of care with inter and intra-professional colleagues and employs strategies for health teaching and promotion.
• Evaluates progress toward achieving defined outcomes/goals and change the plan if necessary.
• Implements evidenced-based approaches to care.

Professional Practice. Expected to engage in professional role activities, including leadership, appropriate to their education and position. Accountable for their professional actions to themselves, their healthcare consumers, their peers and to society.

• Uses resources and speaks up to help evaluate situations where unethical behavior is in question. Consults other professionals to initiate ethical consults when needed.

• Works with a questioning attitude raises clinical concerns. Uses current literature to guide practice and offer ideas for improve practice and outcomes.

• Implements practices that are congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles.

• Communicates effectively and speaks up when communication from others is not clear and may endanger the safety of patients, families, groups, communities or colleagues. Effective verbal and written communication in the form of documentation in the medical record are essential to effective practice. Seeks assistance to resolve conflict if unable to resolve independently.

• Collaboration with patients and families is essential in developing an effective plan of care and nurses must collaborate inter and intra-professionally for effective practice. Actively participates in interdisciplinary care planning.

• The level of leadership for a Registered Nurse 2 (RN 2) is consistent with the level of experience, knowledge and licensure. Must delegate appropriately and effectively to unlicensed assistive personnel and ensure the quality of work. Effectively evaluates the completion of delegated care and provides feedback to unlicensed assistive personnel and other nurses.

• Continues to learn and develop competence that reflects current nursing practice. Completion of assigned learning materials and competency activities is expected within orientation and beyond. Seeks feedback to improve performance and raise questions when unsure of the correct path for patient care or professional performance.

• Expected to contribute to the professional growth of others by acting as a preceptor, clinical coach and mentor to novice nurses and nursing students.

• Seeks evidence-based solutions to clinical issues and integrate them into practice.
• Nurses contribute to quality nursing practice. Seeks to understand the metrics used to evaluate the effectiveness of overall nursing practice by participating in department huddles and meetings. Identifies opportunities to improve practice and seeks support to implement change. Actively participates in improvement projects and supports evidence-based changes to practice.

• Utilizes resources appropriately to plan, provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective, and fiscally responsible. Speaks up when resources are needed and advocates for patients so resources are provided as needed across the continuum of care.

• Practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. This includes the handling and disposing of medication and biohazardous material. Knowledge of and adherence to regulatory guidelines is expected.

Caring. Caring is an essential component of nursing practice and is demonstrated through concrete acts, interpersonal connections, verbal and nonverbal communication. Nurses also promote self-care and care for the environment and society. Loyola Medicine values are actively demonstrated in the behaviors of the RN.

Safety. Advocates for safety in patient care and within the work environment by raising concerns, reporting safety events, reporting conditions that could cause a safety event (near misses), by participating in investigation of safety events and improvement efforts and by implementing best practices to improve safety.

Living Our Values. Demonstrates the Trinity Health/Loyola Medicine values in every interaction with patients, families, visitors, colleagues and providers.

Position Requirements:

Minimum Education:

Required: Bachelors Degree

Preferred: N/A

Specify Degree(s): Nursing

Residency: N/A

Minimum Experience:

Required: Less than one year of previous job-related experience

Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience

Managerial Experience: N/A

Licensure/Certifications:

Required:

Basic Life Support (CPR)

Nursing - Current Registered Nurse license State of Illinois

Preferred: N/A

Other: Specialty certification in a clinical or functional area of nursing granted by a national nursing organization is preferred.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Uses the nursing process (Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation/Coordination/Teaching and Promotion, Evaluation) to guide practice and respond to patient needs.

• Gathers pertinent data and information relative to patients' health status and needs and analyzes the assessment data to determine actual or potential diagnoses, problems or issues.
• Identifies expected outcomes or goals of care based on a plan to individualize care and in collaboration with patients, families, groups, communities or populations served.
• Develops a plan that prescribes strategies to attain expected outcomes or goals.
• Nurses systematically implement the individualized care plan, facilitates the coordination of care with inter and intra-professional colleagues and employs strategies for health teaching and promotion.
• Evaluates progress toward achieving defined outcomes/goals and change the plan if necessary.
• Implements evidenced-based approaches to care.

Professional Practice. Expected to engage in professional role activities, including leadership, appropriate to their education and position. Accountable for their professional actions to themselves, their healthcare consumers, their peers and to society.

• Uses resources and speaks up to help evaluate situations where unethical behavior is in question. Consults other professionals to initiate ethical consults when needed.

• Works with a questioning attitude raises clinical concerns. Uses current literature to guide practice and offer ideas for improve practice and outcomes.

• Implements practices that are congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles.

• Communicates effectively and speaks up when communication from others is not clear and may endanger the safety of patients, families, groups, communities or colleagues. Effective verbal and written communication in the form of documentation in the medical record are essential to effective practice. Seeks assistance to resolve conflict if unable to resolve independently.

• Collaboration with patients and families is essential in developing an effective plan of care and nurses must collaborate inter and intra-professionally for effective practice. Actively participates in interdisciplinary care planning.

• The level of leadership for a Registered Nurse 2 (RN 2) is consistent with the level of experience, knowledge and licensure. Must delegate appropriately and effectively to unlicensed assistive personnel and ensure the quality of work. Effectively evaluates the completion of delegated care and provides feedback to unlicensed assistive personnel and other nurses.

• Continues to learn and develop competence that reflects current nursing practice. Completion of assigned learning materials and competency activities is expected within orientation and beyond. Seeks feedback to improve performance and raise questions when unsure of the correct path for patient care or professional performance.

• Expected to contribute to the professional growth of others by acting as a preceptor, clinical coach and mentor to novice nurses and nursing students.

• Seeks evidence-based solutions to clinical issues and integrate them into practice.
• Nurses contribute to quality nursing practice. Seeks to understand the metrics used to evaluate the effectiveness of overall nursing practice by participating in department huddles and meetings. Identifies opportunities to improve practice and seeks support to implement change. Actively participates in improvement projects and supports evidence-based changes to practice.

• Utilizes resources appropriately to plan, provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective, and fiscally responsible. Speaks up when resources are needed and advocates for patients so resources are provided as needed across the continuum of care.

• Practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. This includes the handling and disposing of medication and biohazardous material. Knowledge of and adherence to regulatory guidelines is expected.

Caring. Caring is an essential component of nursing practice and is demonstrated through concrete acts, interpersonal connections, verbal and nonverbal communication. Nurses also promote self-care and care for the environment and society. Loyola Medicine values are actively demonstrated in the behaviors of the RN.

Safety. Advocates for safety in patient care and within the work environment by raising concerns, reporting safety events, reporting conditions that could cause a safety event (near misses), by participating in investigation of safety events and improvement efforts and by implementing best practices to improve safety.

Living Our Values. Demonstrates the Trinity Health/Loyola Medicine values in every interaction with patients, families, visitors, colleagues and providers.

Position Requirements:

Minimum Education:

Required: Bachelors Degree

Preferred: N/A

Specify Degree(s): Nursing

Residency: N/A

Minimum Experience:

Required: Less than one year of previous job-related experience

Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience

Managerial Experience: N/A

Licensure/Certifications:

Required:

Basic Life Support (CPR)

Nursing - Current Registered Nurse license State of Illinois

Preferred: N/A

Other: Specialty certification in a clinical or functional area of nursing granted by a national nursing organization is preferred.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Uses the nursing process (Assessment, Diagnosis, Planning, Implementation/Coordination/Teaching and Promotion, Evaluation) to guide practice and respond to patient needs.

• Gathers pertinent data and information relative to patients' health status and needs and analyzes the assessment data to determine actual or potential diagnoses, problems or issues.
• Identifies expected outcomes or goals of care based on a plan to individualize care and in collaboration with patients, families, groups, communities or populations served.
• Develops a plan that prescribes strategies to attain expected outcomes or goals.
• Nurses systematically implement the individualized care plan, facilitates the coordination of care with inter and intra-professional colleagues and employs strategies for health teaching and promotion.
• Evaluates progress toward achieving defined outcomes/goals and change the plan if necessary.
• Implements evidenced-based approaches to care.

Professional Practice. Expected to engage in professional role activities, including leadership, appropriate to their education and position. Accountable for their professional actions to themselves, their healthcare consumers, their peers and to society.

• Uses resources and speaks up to help evaluate situations where unethical behavior is in question. Consults other professionals to initiate ethical consults when needed.

• Works with a questioning attitude raises clinical concerns. Uses current literature to guide practice and offer ideas for improve practice and outcomes.

• Implements practices that are congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles.

• Communicates effectively and speaks up when communication from others is not clear and may endanger the safety of patients, families, groups, communities or colleagues. Effective verbal and written communication in the form of documentation in the medical record are essential to effective practice. Seeks assistance to resolve conflict if unable to resolve independently.

• Collaboration with patients and families is essential in developing an effective plan of care and nurses must collaborate inter and intra-professionally for effective practice. Actively participates in interdisciplinary care planning.

• The level of leadership for a Registered Nurse 2 (RN 2) is consistent with the level of experience, knowledge and licensure. Must delegate appropriately and effectively to unlicensed assistive personnel and ensure the quality of work. Effectively evaluates the completion of delegated care and provides feedback to unlicensed assistive personnel and other nurses.

• Continues to learn and develop competence that reflects current nursing practice. Completion of assigned learning materials and competency activities is expected within orientation and beyond. Seeks feedback to improve performance and raise questions when unsure of the correct path for patient care or professional performance.

• Expected to contribute to the professional growth of others by acting as a preceptor, clinical coach and mentor to novice nurses and nursing students.

• Seeks evidence-based solutions to clinical issues and integrate them into practice.
• Nurses contribute to quality nursing practice. Seeks to understand the metrics used to evaluate the effectiveness of overall nursing practice by participating in department huddles and meetings. Identifies opportunities to improve practice and seeks support to implement change. Actively participates in improvement projects and supports evidence-based changes to practice.

• Utilizes resources appropriately to plan, provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective, and fiscally responsible. Speaks up when resources are needed and advocates for patients so resources are provided as needed across the continuum of care.

• Practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. This includes the handling and disposing of medication and biohazardous material. Knowledge of and adherence to regulatory guidelines is expected.

Caring. Caring is an essential component of nursing practice and is demonstrated through concrete acts, interpersonal connections, verbal and nonverbal communication. Nurses also promote self-care and care for the environment and society. Loyola Medicine values are actively demonstrated in the behaviors of the RN.

Safety. Advocates for safety in patient care and within the work environment by raising concerns, reporting safety events, reporting conditions that could cause a safety event (near misses), by participating in investigation of safety events and improvement efforts and by implementing best practices to improve safety.

Living Our Values. Demonstrates the Trinity Health/Loyola Medicine values in every interaction with patients, families, visitors, colleagues and providers.

Position Requirements:

Minimum Education:

Required: Bachelors Degree

Preferred: N/A

Specify Degree(s): Nursing

Residency: N/A

Minimum Experience:

Required: Less than one year of previous job-related experience

Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience

Managerial Experience: N/A

Licensure/Certifications:

Required:

Basic Life Support (CPR)

Nursing - Current Registered Nurse license State of Illinois

Preferred: N/A

Other: Specialty certification in a clinical or functional area of nursing granted by a national nursing organization is preferred.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Plant Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)

Location: Franklin Park, Illinois

Position Overview

A manufacturing facility in the Franklin Park, IL area is seeking a Plant Maintenance Technician responsible for maintaining production equipment and facility systems to ensure reliable and efficient operations.

This role supports the installation, repair, and ongoing maintenance of plant machinery, equipment, and support systems. The technician will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, perform preventive maintenance, and coordinate repairs to minimize production downtime.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on production equipment and plant systems.
• Diagnose and repair issues involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Troubleshoot machinery and equipment failures using structured diagnostic methods.
• Install, repair, and maintain machinery, equipment, fixtures, and control systems.
• Coordinate scheduled maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability.
• Maintain appropriate inventory of replacement parts and maintenance supplies.
• Generate work orders and coordinate service activities with external contractors when needed.
• Support facility safety equipment maintenance and inspections.
• Maintain organized work areas and proper maintenance documentation.
• Communicate equipment issues and maintenance needs to plant leadership.
• Follow all company safety procedures, policies, and maintenance protocols.
• Support additional facility maintenance needs as required.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial or manufacturing maintenance environments.
• Strong troubleshooting ability across mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, machine manuals, and maintenance instructions.
• Computer proficiency for maintenance documentation or tracking systems.
• Ability to manage maintenance priorities and work independently when needed.
• Experience operating forklifts, hoists, or overhead cranes preferred.
• Knowledge of industrial safety procedures including Lockout/Tagout and PPE practices.
• Technical training or coursework related to mechanical or industrial maintenance preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods during the shift.
• Frequent bending, twisting, crouching, or crawling while servicing equipment.
• Ability to work in an active manufacturing environment with machinery, noise, dust, oils, and solvents.

Work Environment

This role operates within a manufacturing facility where employees are exposed to typical shop conditions including moving equipment, loud machinery, metalworking operations, and industrial materials. Proper safety procedures and protective equipment are required.

Job Title:

Jr Buyer

Location (City, State):

Elk Grove Village, Hybrid

Industry:

Retail

Pay:

$28–$30 per hour

Benefits:

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

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a well-established organization to identify a Sourcing / Buyer Assistant to support their procurement team. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a collaborative sourcing environment and could convert to a permanent position for the right candidate.

Job Description:

The Sourcing / Buyer Assistant will provide operational and administrative support to a procurement team responsible for managing vendor relationships, purchasing activities, and category data. This role is highly system-focused and will involve working with internal reporting, maintaining purchasing records, and assisting sourcing leaders with daily operational tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and operational support to sourcing team members
• Enter and maintain purchasing and item data within internal systems
• Generate reports and assist with basic data analysis to support sourcing initiatives
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure product and item information is accurate
• Monitor supplier updates and follow up on outstanding requests or documentation
• Assist with tracking projects, purchasing programs, and promotional initiatives
• Help resolve discrepancies related to orders, data, or supplier information
• Support documentation and reporting for procurement activities

Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of experience in a corporate environment within supply chain, procurement, analytics, or a related operational role
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
• Intermediate Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
• Experience with ERP or CRM systems such as SAP or Salesforce is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage system-driven tasks

Perks:

• Opportunity to gain experience within a large, structured procurement team
• Exposure to sourcing processes and enterprise systems
• Hybrid work schedule
• Strong potential for long-term career growth within procurement and supply chain.

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

Pride Health is seeking a Chemist (Bilingual French-English) for one of the largest food and beverage companies in North America.

Job Title: Chemist (Bilingual French-English)

Location: Glenview, IL (Hybrid - onsite Tue-Thurs - these days may be flexible with prior approval)

Job Type: Contract (with potential to convert to perm)

Length: 12-Months

Hours: M-F / Flexible 7am-3pm or 8am-4pm

Pay Rate: $22.00 - $24.50 per hour

Responsibilities:

• Develop and improve analytical testing methods.
• Implement new equipment at QA/QC labs and plant floor stations.
• Document work practices and testing methods.
• Provide training to hourly and salaried team members.
• Lead project update calls.
• Roll out state-of-the-art technologies for measuring composition and structure of substances in a manufacturing food environment.
• Support project execution.
• Document Ways of Working and Training material.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years experience
• Language Proficiency: Proficient in English. Fluent in French.
• Ability to work independently while adhering to established guidelines and instructions.
• Proficiency in computer systems, particularly Microsoft applications; strong overall computer skills required.
• Comfort and adaptability in an analytical laboratory environment.
• Industry Familiarity: Consumer Packaged Goods (Client) industry.
• Troubleshoot analytical testing systems.
• Estimated Travel Frequency: 1-2 times per month, with trips lasting 2-3 days. Travel mainly between the USA and Canada.
• The candidate should be comfortable working with minimal supervisory guidance while striving for practical, proactive, and efficient ways of working with a result-oriented mentality.

Benefits that Pride Health offers:

Pride Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.

Apply Today! If you are interested in the position, please email your resume to for immediate consideration.

Briarlake Partners is a strategic sourcing-focused recruiting firm. We are working with a Northbrook, IL based client looking for a Strategic Sourcing Specialist. We are searching for candidates with packaging or transportation category experience.

We are only considering local candidates who are willing to spend three days a week in our client's Northbrook, IL area office.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee roughly $50 million in packaging category spend
• Develop and implement procurement processes and strategies to ensure that procurement operations run effectively, achieve organizational goals/performance KPI’s, and ensure quality programs/services to our members and customers.
• Support ongoing supplier management efforts
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal resources to drive continuous improvement
• Develop, implement, and drive strategic sourcing initiatives to support the category management process
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities in procurement
• Provide strategic inputs and supply market information to guide business decisions and act as a conduit for procurement activities
• Coordinate negotiations, contract development, contract implementation, and supplier contract compliance
• Develop, implement, and report to stakeholders meaningful KPIs that accurately demonstrate performance
• Conduct ongoing business reviews to ensure suppliers are performing to contracted obligations and service levels

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in procurement, category management, and strategic sourcing with packaging category experience
• Bachelor's degree in a business, supply chain, or technical discipline
• Experience in supporting supplier portfolio development
• Customer-focused with excellent written, listening, and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented, professional attitude, reliable
• Proven record of driving cost savings throughout a complex organization
• Ability to structure and manage complex projects
• Service-oriented mindset, with a desire to ensure client satisfaction
• Ability to think strategically, conceptually, and analytically to assess problems, identify and consider potential solutions, and make timely recommendations
• Data analytics, sourcing, procurement systems, and customer service

Our client requires three days a week onsite in their Northbrook, IL office.

We are only considering local candidates at this time.

Position: Cargo Handler

Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour

Schedule: 8:30am - 5pm Wed-Sun

Job Description:

Forward Air is seeking capable and career-oriented individuals to work in our fast-paced shipping/dock operation. Our Cargo Handlers are responsible for loading and unloading freight on our trailers in a safe and timely manner. Frequent lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying of freight is required. All necessary training and materials for this position are provided.

Core Responsibilities & Duties:

• Responsible for the loading/unloading of 53 ft. commercial trailers and the operation of scanners
• Use handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight through our distribution network
• Accurately label boxes and prepare freight for shipment
• Safely load and unload trailers by utilizing equipment such as hand trucks/pallets jack and forklifts
• Must be able to obtain certification and safely operate forklift and other machinery as required
• Verify documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards are achieved
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to ninety (90) pounds
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements & Qualifications:

• Excellent communication and problem solving skills
• Strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Must be flexible to work weekends and overtime as needed
• Forklift and general freight handling knowledge is a plus
• Must be 18 or older

Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated time-definite basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.

Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry.

Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 \"Americas Most Trustworthy Companies\" publication

Join Us as an Account Manager & Drive Growth Inside and Out

Ready to build relationships, hunt new business, and farm existing accounts for maximum growth? Precision Freight is looking for a dynamic, results-driven Account Manager to develop new client opportunities and deepen key partnerships. If you excel at full-cycle sales, from prospecting to closing to expanding, this is your chance to grow and earn with a team dedicated to your success.

Your Impact:

As an Account Manager at Precision Freight, you’ll drive revenue growth through a mix of inside and outside sales activities. You’ll hunt new business using the tools and leads we provide, while farming and expanding your assigned accounts—all supported by our internal operations team.

What You’ll Do:

• Generate new business through a combination of inside sales outreach and outside, in-person client meetings.
• Farm and grow existing accounts by building deep relationships and identifying upsell/cross-sell opportunities.
• Utilize provided tools, leads, and CRM to prospect, pipeline, and close new logistics opportunities.
• Develop tailored logistics solutions that meet both prospect and existing client supply chain needs.
• Own the full sales cycle from first contact to negotiation to onboarding and ongoing growth.
• Collaborate with internal operations teams to ensure seamless service execution
• Achieve and exceed monthly sales targets for both new business and account expansion.

What We’re Looking For:

• 1+ years of experience in business development, sales, or account management in logistics.
• Hunter-farmer mindset: Proven ability to prospect new business and grow existing accounts.
• Comfort with inside sales outreach and outside client meetings (local travel may be required).
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to manage a sales pipeline effectively.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and sales tools is a plus, we provide training and tech support.

Why Join Precision Freight?

• Uncapped Earning Potential: Competitive base salary plus commission and bonus structure.
• Full Sales Support: We provide leads, tools, and an operations team so you can focus on selling.
• No Carrier Management: Internal teams handle execution, you focus on customers and growth.
• Full Benefits Package: Health, Dental, Vision.
• Future Planning: 401(k) with company match.
• Career Growth: Clear path to Senior Account Manager and sales leadership roles.
• Supportive Team: Collaborative, employee-first culture with experienced leadership.
• Extra Incentives: Referral bonus program and cross-selling rewards.

Who We Are:

Precision Freight is a trusted logistics partner built on reliability, expertise, and a commitment to excellence. Since 2011, we’ve completed over 60,000 on-time deliveries for 300+ satisfied customers. We’re more than a logistics company, we’re a team dedicated to building careers and delivering results.

Learn more about us: to Grow With Us?

If you’re a motivated sales professional who loves hunting new business and farming long-term relationships we want to hear from you.

Apply today and let’s build the future together.

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