Engineering Structures Jobs in River Grove, IL

We are looking for a Strategic Sourcing Expert in Logistics to own the end-to-end sourcing and lifecycle management of Industrial Safety & PPE / Industrial Supplies industry, with a strong B2B distribution and manufacturing-adjacent profile.

The role focuses on transport and warehouse, covering the full lifecycle: sourcing, commercial structuring, transport and warehouse strategy, maintenance concepts, and cost optimization.

We are deliberately open to candidates from different backgrounds — including strategic sourcing, logistics procurement, transport management, or commercial/sales roles with equipment manufacturers or service providers — as long as you bring strong commercial judgment and a lifecycle mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement end-to-end category strategies for logistics services, including:
• Transportation: FTL, LTL, parcel, intermodal (where applicable)
• Warehousing: ambient, value-added services, overflow and peak-capacity solutions
• Align logistics sourcing strategies with the business growth, network design, and customer service objectives.
• Deliver measurable value through cost savings, lane optimization, specification and service-level standardization, and supplier consolidation.
• Lead should-cost analyses, TCO modeling, and benchmarking across transport and warehousing categories.
• Analyze key cost drivers (fuel, labor, capacity, service levels, network configuration).
• Use data and market intelligence to anticipate risks, inflation exposure, and capacity constraints.
• Structure and negotiate commercial models (purchase, leasing, lease-to-own, service-inclusive models).
• Own the full asset lifecycle from specification to end-of-life.
• Optimize total cost of ownership (TCO) across capex, maintenance, servicing, and downtime.
• Work with engineering and operations to standardize specifications and reduce fleet complexity.
• Manage regional supplier relationships (OEMs, dealers, leasing companies, service providers).
• Partner closely with airport operations, engineering, safety, and finance teams.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, airport standards, and safety requirements.
• Translate operational requirements into effective sourcing and contracting solutions.
• Identify, qualify, and manage strategic carriers, 3PLs, warehouse operators, and logistics service providers.
• Prepare, run strategic sourcing events (RFI, RFP, negotiations, eAuctions where applicable) and contract negotiations, including:
• Rate structures and indexation mechanisms
• SLAs, KPIs, and service performance standards
• Safety, compliance, and insurance requirements

Requirements:

• University degree (Bachelor's or Master's) or equivalent professional experience.
• 4–7+ years of experience in:
• Strategic sourcing or category management experience.
• Logistics sourcing, fleet sourcing, or heavy equipment categories.
• Experience with RFQs/RFPs, negotiations, and contract management.
• Experience managing or sourcing vehicle fleets or logistics assets.
• Strong understanding of maintenance, uptime, and operational requirements.
• Exposure to TCO-driven decision-making.
• Strong exposure to road transport and time-critical logistics; air freight experience is a plus.
• Experience in Industrial Safety & PPE / Industrial Supplies, food logistics, FMCG, or similarly operationally intensive environments is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of transportation markets, pricing mechanisms, and cost drivers.
• Strong analytical and stakeholder communication skills.
• Comfortable working in international, matrix-driven organizations.
• Fluent in English or another language (e.g. Spanish, French, German) is an advantage.
• Execution-oriented with a strong operational mindset.
• Structured, pragmatic, and resilient in fast-paced environments.
• Curious and motivated to deepen transportation and logistics expertise in an aviation context.

Director of Fabrication Equipment Sales

About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned Director of Fabrication Machinery to lead the buying and selling of fabrication equipment at a high level. This is a revenue-driving role built for someone who already lives in the fabrication market, which includes press brakes, lasers, plasma, waterjet, roll formers, structural, and supporting equipment, and has the relationships to move quickly and decisively.

This position is not about learning the business. It's about leveraging deep industry experience, an established network, and sharp commercial instincts to originate deals, close transactions, and scale volume. You will have the autonomy to run your book, the technology to transact efficiently, and the backing of a company built to support top-tier sales leaders.

Earning potential can reach $400,000+, directly tied to performance. The upside is real, but so are the expectations. Success in this role requires someone who already knows the players, understands true market values, and can win business based on credibility and execution.

If you are already a top performer in fabrication machinery sales or acquisitions and want a platform that rewards results without bureaucracy, red tape, and capped compensation, this role is designed for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a pipeline of buyers and sellers within manufacturing, fabrication, and industrial markets
• Expand Fabrication Division in domestic and international markets through direct sales, full facility auctions, and liquidations
• Procure and Sell used Fabrication and Metalworking equipment (e.g., lasers, press brakes, coil, fabrication machinery)
• Identify customer needs and recommend appropriate equipment solutions and valuations
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and deal structures in coordination with internal teams
• Represent the company professionally with customers, partners, and at industry events
• Maintain accurate deal tracking and communication throughout the sales process

Qualifications

• Domain knowledge of Fabrication equipment, the manufacturing process, and capital equipment buying cycles.
• 8+ years of Proven experience selling Fabrication or metalworking equipment (required)
• Strong understanding of manufacturing environments, shop operations, and capital equipment buying cycles
• Established senior-level industry relationships with the ability to engage key stakeholders and accelerate strategic growth
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and comfortable working autonomously and as a team
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Willingness to travel as needed

What We Offer

• Best -in-industry commission structure with uncapped earning potential, plus year end performance bonus.
• Operational, marketing, and administrative support to help you close deals
• Direct access to database of over 700K manufacturing contacts
• Dedicated 5-person marketing staff specializing in email marketing, SEO, and outreach
• Sophisticated lead generation engine delivering 25-35 qualified sales lead per week
• An in-house web development team supporting digital campaigns and actively responding to trends and embracing new technologies
• A strategically positioned warehouse enabling you to leverage inventory with fast turnaround opportunities and value-added solutions for buyers and sellers.
• A professional, ethical, and experienced team with deep industry knowledge
• The opportunity to grow with a well-established organization in the machinery space

Benefits

• Matching 401K
• Health and Vision Insurance
• PTO and Holiday Pay

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a proven, senior-level sales leader with deep domain expertise in fabrication and metalworking equipment. You have 8–10+ years of success selling high-value capital equipment such as lasers, press brakes, shears, coil lines, and related fabrication machinery. You also bring hands-on experience in auctions, liquidations, and full facility closures, with the ability to evaluate assets, advise on value, and execute the sales process with professionalism, speed, and urgency. You are disciplined, self-motivated, and comfortable working autonomously while also leading, mentoring, and elevating a sales team.

About MMI

Machinery Marketing International (MMI) is the #1 provider of used industrial machinery solutions—specializing in fabrication and metalworking equipment sales, full facility auctions, liquidations, and asset recovery for manufacturers across North America and global markets. We are recognized for operating with integrity, professionalism, and deep domain expertise, helping buyers and sellers execute high-value equipment transactions with confidence.

MMI offers a rare combination of a high-performing team and unmatched resources: a proprietary database of 700,000+ manufacturing contacts, a dedicated in-house marketing and web development team, and an integrated lead-generation engine delivering 25–35 qualified leads per week. With a strategically positioned warehouse and inventory platform, we also provide fast-turnaround opportunities and value-added solutions that differentiate us in the marketplace.

At MMI, you'll join a growth-minded organization where top performers are supported, developed, and rewarded—and where the platform is built to help you win.

• Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Define project scope, goals, milestones, and deliverables in alignment with project success.
• Manage project lifecycle from order hand-off through closeout, ensuring timely execution and customer satisfaction.
  
  

• Lead cross-functional teams and facilitate effective communication among engineering, operations, sales, procurement, and external partners.
• Assign tasks, set expectations, and provide guidance to ensure successful execution.
• Conduct regular project meetings and provide status updates.
  
  

• Identify potential risks and create mitigation strategies.
• Track project issues and drive timely resolution.
• Manage scope changes through structured change order processes.
  
  

• Serve as primary point of contact for project stakeholders and customers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships through timely communication and transparent updates.
• Ensure customer requirements are captured, understood, and delivered.
  
  

• Ensure project deliverables meet engineering, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Conduct project reviews and post-project evaluations to drive continuous improvement.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, construction management, or technical field.
• 3–7 years of project management experience preferred. Experience in managing electrical distribution equipment is desired.
• PMP, CAPM, or similar certification is a plus.
  
  

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency with project management tools (SEG building a custom tool now)
• Ability to lead teams and influence without direct report responsibility.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and overall proficiency with data analysis and reporting tools (e.g., Google Sheets, ERP exports, Power BI preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

• Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
  
  

Position Summary:

The Production Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and optimizing compounding and filling operations to ensure production goals for quality, efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance are achieved. This role combines strong technical manufacturing knowledge with leadership, operational analytics, and continuous improvement capabilities. The ideal candidate has a degree in Manufacturing Engineering (or similar), 3 years of experience in food, pharmaceutical, or cosmetic manufacturing, and demonstrated success managing complex, regulated processes.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Technical & Operational Leadership

• Lead end-to-end compound and fill manufacturing operations ensuring efficiency, throughput, quality, and safety.
• Maintain, and improve standardized operating procedures (SOPs) for compounding and filling lines.
• Oversee real-time monitoring of production metrics (e.g., throughput, yield, uptime/downtime, labor efficiency) and drive decisions based on quantitative data.
• Use ERP systems for scheduling, tracking, and reporting production performance.

Process Engineering & Continuous Improvement

• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other process improvement methodologies to reduce waste, minimize variation, and improve cycle times.
• Conduct time studies and labor analysis to optimize workforce deployment and reduce bottlenecks.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action implementation using structured problem-solving tools.

Quality & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure manufacturing processes meet or exceed industry regulatory standards (e.g., GMP, HACCP, cGMP) and company quality requirements.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance/Control to investigate deviations, manage corrective actions, and maintain compliance documentation.

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage, coach, and mentor production supervisors and operators; set performance expectations and promote accountability.
• Provide training on technical skills, process improvement tools, safety, and compliance standards.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, employee engagement, and high reliability.

Safety & Risk Management

• Champion strict safety protocols in line with OSHA and internal policies.
• Lead worksite risk assessments and drive improvements to minimize safety incidents.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Communicate production performance and improvement opportunities to senior leadership.
• Work with Warehouse supply chain, maintenance, R&D, and quality teams to ensure integrated execution of business objectives.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 3 years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (food, pharmaceutical, or cosmetic), with specific exposure to compounding and filling operations.

Skills & Competencies

• Technical Proficiency: Manufacturing Engineering and manufacturing processes, filling systems, batch records, production equipment.
• Quantitative & Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze production metrics, conduct time/labor studies, and optimize operations.
• Process Improvement Expertise: Hands-on with Lean/Six Sigma tools, workflow optimization, and waste elimination.
• Leadership & People Management: Strong leadership presence; proven ability to train and develop teams.
• Time & Project Management: Prioritize tasks, coordinate cross-functional projects, and manage competing deadlines effectively.
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication across teams and levels.
• Regulatory & Quality Knowledge: Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, or other applicable quality frameworks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Sage etc.).
• Certifications: Lean, Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt); HACCP or quality management credentials.
• Prior leadership of compounding and filling lines within food, pharmaceutical, or cosmetic production.

Product Manager

Location: Chicago preferred. Remote candidates will be considered if they are strong and willing to travel periodically.

Reports to: GM, Commerce

About Youth Inc.

Youth Inc. is a venture-backed e-commerce marketplace and digital media network focused exclusively on youth and high school sports. We are a technology-forward commerce platform for fan merchandise, team uniforms, and equipment alongside a media business that helps the 65M U.S. families navigating the daily opportunities and challenges of youth sports. Our team is comprised of seasoned executives from leading e-commerce brands and prominent media and technology institutions. We're committed to setting new industry standards and transforming the way youth sports communities engage, shop, and thrive in a rapidly growing $40B market.

Position Overview

We are looking for a Product Manager who thrives in 0→1 environments and takes accountability for turning ideas into outcomes. As Youth Inc.'s first dedicated Product Manager, you will operate across strategy and execution, owning product direction, driving prioritization, and ensuring features are shipped with a high bar for quality. Success in this role requires sound judgment, initiative, follow-through, and the ability to navigate partner considerations thoughtfully while balancing internal priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategy & Execution: Own roadmaps for our front-end website product and integrations with strategic partners. Prioritize the highest impact projects, build structured plans for complex problems, and ensure day-to-day execution stays on track. Coordinate across commerce and engineering to ensure engineering has clear requirements, business context, and acceptance criteria.
• Conversion Optimization: Work with the VP/GM of Commerce to identify and prioritize conversion improvements across the full purchase funnel. Define success metrics, track performance post-launch, and iterate.
• Customer Insights: Develop a deep understanding of our customer journey; identify product solutions to user needs and friction points
• Product Health: Leverage data, customer feedback, and hands-on testing to ensure our products maintain a high bar for quality and reliability.
• AI Tools as a Force Multiplier: We expect everyone on the product and engineering team to actively use AI tools for research, spec writing, data analysis, and workflow acceleration. You should already be comfortable with this.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused: Attentive to the end-to-end customer experience; able to identify issues and get them fixed.
• Business Acumen: Demonstrated ability to evaluate business impact and make informed product tradeoffs.
• Technical Foundation: Have a foundational understanding of web and e-commerce technologies, and leverage that knowledge to collaborate effectively with technology teams and ensure the product roadmap decisions are made with an eye toward execution realities.
• Analytical: Strong problem-solving skills and proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets required; experience with data visualization/reporting tools and SQL preferred
• Communication: Strong communicator able to articulate product vision and direction to leadership and stakeholders.
• Experience: 5+ years of product management experience in e-commerce or other digital consumer products.
• Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in a technical or business field, or equivalent experience.
• Bonus: Passion for sports, especially youth and high school athletics.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

To apply, please send your resume to

Job Description: Senior Account Manager – New Construction & Project Work

Location: Greater Chicagoland Area

Reports To: VP of Sales

FLSA: Exempt

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Company Overview

Admiral Heating has been a trusted leader in commercial and industrial HVAC solutions in the Chicagoland area for over 70 years. Specializing in union construction projects and service work, we partner with contractors, developers, and building owners to deliver custom engineered heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions. Our reputation is built on quality workmanship, deep industry relationships, and a commitment to long-term customer success.

Admiral Heating operates on EOS (Entrepreneur Operating System). Our Core Values which we require all employees to exemplify are: Safety and Quality First, Intensely Diligent, Own it!, Innovative Approach, Proudly Humble of our Reputation and Exceed Expectations.

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Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced commercial sales relationship-driven Sr. Account Manager to develop and grow business with union contractors and union-operated facilities across the greater Chicagoland market. The role will focus on winning new construction projects and expanding revenue from existing accounts through strategic upsell and cross-sell initiatives. Success in this position will require an in-depth understanding of commercial HVAC and union construction market, a strong network with contractors, brokers, local trades, and the ability to navigate complex bid and negotiation processes.

Qualifications, Competencies, & Abilities:

• Identify, qualify, and secure new construction opportunities with general contractors, mechanical contractors, brokers, and developers to achieve pipeline and quota to meet Gross Profit expectations and review/manage Change Orders.
• Develop strong working relationships with local building trades, union leadership, and decision-makers in the commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to prepare competitive bids that align with labor requirements and project specifications.
• Monitor local bid lists, pre-bid meetings, and project announcements to stay ahead of market opportunities.

Existing Account Growth

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned accounts, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and responsiveness.
• Proactively identify opportunities for equipment upgrades, retrofit projects, and energy efficiency enhancements.
• Cross-sell Admiral Heating’s full range of solutions to meet client operational and comfort needs.
• Maintain a consistent presence with customers through job site visits, facility walkthroughs, and strategic review meetings and client office visits with proper cadence.
• Achieve pipeline and quota to meet Gross Profit expectations and review/manage Change Orders.

Market & Relationship Development

• Actively network within Chicago-area trade organizations, and industry associations to strengthen relationships and brand recognition.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of local building codes, energy efficient ROI calculators, and the latest HVAC systems and technology to best serve our clients.
• Represent Admiral Heating at relevant industry events, trade shows, and contractor meetings.

Sales Process & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and timely opportunity, activity, and forecast data in Salesforce CRM.
• Meet or exceed sales goals for both new construction project wins and existing account revenue growth.
• Coordinate closely with internal teams to ensure a seamless transition from project award to execution.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in HVAC with specific exposure to union markets.
• Established network with Chicagoland contractors, trades, and/or building owners strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of the construction process, estimating, budgeting cost and bid preparation.
• Proven track record of developing new business and growing existing accounts in the commercial HVAC market in the Chicagoland area.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with CRM (Salesforce) systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Self-motivated and results-driven, with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Physical Demands and Working Environment:

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Environment: Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment.
• Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.
• Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction.
• Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, engineering, finance or business from an accredited college or university or associates in business or accounting preferred.
• Fluent with Microsoft Office Suite.
• 15 Plus Years’ experience in related industry or Project Management field is preferred
• Extensive knowledge of HVAC, duct work, and piping - any candidate that does not have HVAC experience will not be considered.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary range $225,000 - $275,000
• Bonus and Profit Sharing up to 10% of base salary
• Unlimited Commission Opportunity based on Individual Job GP% Performance
• Fidelity 401k Plan with all fees paid by Admiral
• 401k Safe Harbor Match of 4%
• BCBS PPO and HMO Health Insurance Options (Admiral pays 75%)
• Dental and Vision Plans (Admiral pays 75%)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous PTO Policy
• Paid Holiday’s
• 100% Admiral paid Long and Short Term and Short
• $20,000 Admiral Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Employee Assistance Plan
• CTA and Parking Reimbursement
• Employee events throughout the year

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This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by managers to perform other instructions and duties. This job description may be revised from time to time and does not constitute a contract for employment.

Overview

As the Integration Project Manager, you are the \"Master Conductor\" of our growth engine. This is our most critical cross-functional role, responsible for ensuring every acquisition is integrated into the CXponent ecosystem—technically, commercially, and culturally.

You will report to the CFO and serve as the strategic partner to the VP of M&A, COO, and Director of People & Culture. You are not just checking boxes; you are building a scalable \"Integration Machine\" that allows CXponent to grow 10x while maintaining world-class service delivery.

Core Responsibilities

1. Cross-Functional PMO Leadership

• The Playbook: Build, own, and iterate on the CXponent Integration Playbook covering the entire lifecycle from Due Diligence to Day 100.
• Command Center: Manage the master project plan involving all workstreams: IT, Sales, Marketing, HR, Finance, and Legal.
• Stakeholder Management: Hold executive leaders accountable to integration timelines and synergy targets.

2. Commercial & Growth Integration (Sales & Marketing)

• Revenue Synergies: Partner with Sales leadership to integrate CRM data, align commission structures, and ensure \"cross-sell\" opportunities are identified immediately.
• Brand Migration: Coordinate with Marketing to execute rebranding strategies, website migrations, and client-facing communication plans.
• Customer Success: Ensure legacy clients experience zero friction during the transition to the CXponent service model.

3. Technical & Digital Infrastructure (IT)

• System Migration: Lead the \"cutover\" of technical environments, including email (O365/Google), cloud infrastructure, and security protocols.
• Tech Stack Harmonization: Identify redundant software and consolidate tools into CXponent's core tech stack to drive operational efficiency.

4. Operational & Financial Unity (Ops, Finance, HR)

• Financial Reporting: Work with the CFO to migrate acquired firms onto our unified accounting and ERP platforms for clean PE-level reporting.
• People & Values: Collaborate with the Director of People & Culture to harmonize

Ideal Experience and Qualifications

• Project Management Excellence: 5+ years of experience managing complex, cross-functional, multi-stakeholder projects; PMP or similar certification is a plus.
• PE & M&A Experience: You have worked in a high-growth, Private Equity-backed environment and understand the urgency of M&A integration.
• The \"A Player\" Builder Mindset: You enjoy building playbooks from scratch and iterating relentlessly until they are perfect.
• Strategic & Tactical: You are comfortable tracking 500+ line items in a project plan but can also present a high-level status summary to theExecutive Team.
• Driven & High-Stakes: You view integration as a \"seamless engine for business potential\" rather than a checklist.

Position: Marketing Project Management Office (PMO) Manager

Department: Marketing/Brand Management/Operations Management

Report To: Chief Marketing Officer

Location: Chicago, IL

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days in office)

About Nonni's

Who does not love cookies? Especially biscotti ... those delicious cookies with an Italian flair! Founded in 1988 as a homage to an Italian grandmother, Nonni's Food Group is the leading Biscotti maker in the world and a recognized producer, marketer, and distributor of branded premium specialty cookies and healthier baked goods in North America. You will recognize our brands as Nonni's, THINaddictives, and La Dolce Vita found in grocery, mass, club, and online retailers everywhere. Nonni's produces its traditional biscotti using the original family recipe focused on real ingredients and exceptional taste, now bringing this expertise into healthier snacking. Our mission to continually delight consumers with a range of baked goods that create loyalty beyond reason is the foundation for the continued success of the company and the part we play in bringing happiness to consumers every day. Our strong value set focused on respecting and listening to our people, having lofty expectations of ourselves, empowering our people to make decisions, operating as a \"team-of-teams,\" continuous learning, and constant communication enable us to deliver consistently delectable goodness to the marketplace.

Job Overview

The Project Management Office (PMO) Manager at Nonni's Bakery serves as the central orchestrator of product development and commercialization processes. This strategic role owns the Stage Gate process, manages masterdata integrity, and leads cross-functional project teams from concept through launch. The PMO Manager ensures efficient project execution, drives time-to-market acceleration, and maintains process excellence across R&D, Marketing, Operations, and Sales functions. This position requires exceptional organizational capabilities, strong analytical skills, and the ability to lead without direct authority in a fast-paced CPG environment within the Ferrero organization.

Key Responsibilities

Process Development:

• Own and continuously optimize the Stage Gate process for new product development and existing product modifications
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to simplify workflows and accelerate time-to-market while maintaining quality standards
• Ensure process completeness, data accuracy, and compliance throughout all development stages
• Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies; implement process improvements and best practices
• Develop and maintain process documentation, guidelines, and training materials
• Escalate critical issues, delays, or resource constraints to appropriate stakeholders in a timely manner

Recipe Development & Management:

• Monitor and track recipe development activities across multiple concurrent projects
• Manage recipe variations and ensure version control and documentation accuracy
• Assess downstream impacts of recipe changes on manufacturing, procurement, and quality
• Resolve timing conflicts and content discrepancies in collaboration with R&D and Operations
• Facilitate recipe approval workflows and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements

Masterdata Management:

• Oversee creation, maintenance, and accuracy of critical masterdata including product specifications, recipes, packaging details, and SKU information
• Ensure reliable information flow across all project stages and business systems
• Collaborate with IT, Operations, and Finance to resolve data discrepancies and maintain system integrity
• Support business decision-making through accurate and timely data availability
• Drive improvements in IT infrastructure, data management systems, and applications
• Establish data governance standards and quality control procedures

Program/Project Management:

• Lead end-to-end direction, coordination, implementation, execution, and control of product development projects and programs
• Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, timelines, and resource allocation strategies
• Report project progress to leadership and stakeholders with clear, concise status updates
• Proactively identify and flag potential problems, risks, and issues; escalate for timely resolution
• Prioritize competing project activities and ensure appropriate resource allocation across the portfolio
• Facilitate project team meetings, track deliverables, and maintain accountability for milestones
• Implement quality assurance measures and ensure projects meet defined success criteria
• Manage project scope changes and maintain alignment with business objectives

Cross-functional Team Leadership:

• Lead cross-functional project teams through complex product changes from simple line extensions to major innovations
• Establish and maintain consistent ways of working within and across project teams
• Provide direction, support, and coaching to project team members
• Foster collaboration between R&D, Marketing, Sales, Operations, Procurement, Quality, and other functions
• Build strong working relationships across all organizational levels
• Drive accountability and commitment to project deliverables and timelines

Cross-Collaboration:

Internal Teams: R&D, Marketing, Sales, Manufacturing Plants, Procurement, Quality & Food Safety, Finance, People & Organization, Regulatory & Business Planning

External/Other Entities: IT, cross-functional business units within the Ferrero Group, external vendors and partners

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Food Science, or related field; MBA preferred
• 5-8 years of progressive experience in project/program management roles within CPG companies
• Working knowledge of full commercialization lifecycle from ideation through launch validation
• Proven ability to manage up, down, and across organizational structures
• Excellent project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple complex initiatives simultaneously
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and develop actionable plans under pressure
• Action-oriented mindset with ability to think and react to rapidly changing circumstances
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
• Strong leadership abilities with proven success leading and motivating cross-functional teams
• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Project and Microsoft Excel
• Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Stage Gate)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Food manufacturing or baked goods industry experience
• Knowledge of Ferrero culture, processes, and organizational structure
• Familiarity with SAP, PLM systems, or similar enterprise software
• Experience with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
• Background in data governance and master data management
• Understanding of food safety, quality systems, and regulatory compliance

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position based in Chicago, IL - Hybrid arrangement (3 days per week onsite)
• Occasional travel to manufacturing facilities and Ferrero offices may be required (15%)

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal consideration.

Role: Java Solution engineer Architect

Skills: Core Java, Azure (Public Cloud), AI-assisted development tools (GitHub Copilot, etc.)

Experience: 15 + Years

Location: Chicago

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Java Solution engineer Architect who brings more than traditional development capability—someone with a core engineering mindset, strong independent problem‐solving skills, and the ability to influence and uplevel an existing team. This role is central to our transformation journey to modernize legacy systems and move toward an autopilot engineering model. The ideal candidate is not an "order-taker" but a Better Engineer—someone who can diagnose issues, architect solutions, and drive modernization without needing step-by-step direction.

Job Description:

Tech Stack: Core Java, Azure (Public Cloud), AI-assisted development tools (GitHub Copilot, etc.)

Transformation & Coaching

• Assessment & Roadmap Creation:
• Evaluate the current technology landscape, identify gaps, and shape the transformation roadmap for modernization.
• Culture Change Agent:
• Break entrenched "comfort zone" patterns across a team with 10+ year legacy experience.
• Mentor team members and interns on modern engineering practices, automation-first thinking, and cloud-native principles.
• AI Adoption Leader:
• Promote and operationalize the use of GitHub Copilot and other AI tools for:
• Unit test generation
• Code reviews & optimization
• Issue impact diagnosis
• Development efficiency

Technical Leadership & Delivery

• Self-Sufficient Execution:
• Build systems independently without needing detailed "how-to" instructions. Should naturally handle engineering essentials such as timeouts, retries, dead letter queues, error handling, and resiliency patterns.
• Hands-on Development:
• Write high‐quality Java code while enhancing CI/CD pipelines, improving automated testing, and increasing code coverage.
• Cloud & Infrastructure Ownership:
• Drive Azure-related engineering tasks including IAM, horizontal/vertical scaling, monitoring, and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform).
• Operate with a philosophy of application teams owning their infrastructure.

Operational Excellence

• Documentation & Knowledge Sharing:
• Transition knowledge from individuals to scalable, documented, and automated processes; establish best practices and engineering playbooks.
• Resiliency & Scalability Engineering:
• Architect broadly stable systems that minimize production issues and increase platform reliability.

Senior Project Manager

Construction | Chicago, IL | Hybrid Flexibility

A globally recognized Architecture, Engineering, and Construction firm is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their downtown Chicago office. This firm delivers complex, high profile projects across the United States and internationally, with a diverse portfolio including industrial, residential, commercial, education/public, mixed use, and hospitality developments valued up to $200M+.

This role offers the opportunity to lead large scale projects from preconstruction through completion while working within a fully integrated AEC delivery model alongside architecture, engineering, and construction teams.

The Opportunity

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for overall project leadership, managing teams, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.

You will oversee complex projects across multiple sectors, working closely with internal design teams, consultants, subcontractors, and clients to deliver successful outcomes on high value projects across the U.S. and internationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of construction projects valued up to $200M+.
• Manage projects from preconstruction through project closeout, ensuring schedule, budget, and quality objectives are achieved.
• Oversee project teams including project managers, project engineers, superintendents, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate closely with architectural and engineering teams within the integrated AEC environment.
• Manage project financials including budgets, forecasting, cost control, and change management.
• Maintain strong client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead project meetings, reporting, and communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, contractual requirements, and company procedures.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction project management experience.
• Proven experience delivering large scale commercial, mixed use, residential, industrial, hospitality, or institutional projects.
• Experience managing projects valued $50M to $200M+.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Ability to oversee project financials, schedules, and client relationships.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.

Why Join

• Globally respected Architecture, Engineering, and Construction firm with an international project portfolio.
• Opportunity to lead large scale projects across multiple sectors.
• Collaborative environment working alongside architecture and engineering teams in an integrated delivery model.
• Downtown Chicago office with a hybrid work schedule (2 days work from home).

Assistant Project Manager

Construction | Chicago, IL | Hybrid Flexibility

A globally recognized Architecture, Engineering, and Construction firm is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join their downtown Chicago office. This firm delivers complex, high profile projects across the United States and internationally, with a diverse portfolio including industrial, residential, commercial, education/public, mixed use, and hospitality developments valued up to $200M+.

This role offers the opportunity to support the delivery of large scale projects while working within a fully integrated AEC delivery model alongside architecture, engineering, and construction teams.

The Opportunity

• The Assistant Project Manager will support senior project leadership in the planning and execution of construction projects from preconstruction through completion. This role will assist with coordination across project teams, consultants, subcontractors, and clients to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• You will gain exposure to complex projects across multiple sectors while developing your leadership and project management capabilities within a collaborative AEC environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of construction projects valued up to $200M+.
• Assist in managing projects from preconstruction through project closeout.
• Coordinate with project managers, superintendents, project engineers, and subcontractors to maintain project progress.
• Work closely with internal architectural and engineering teams within the integrated AEC environment.
• Assist with project financial tracking including budgets, cost reporting, forecasting, and change management.
• Help maintain project schedules, documentation, and reporting.
• Support communication between clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Participate in project meetings and assist in tracking action items and deliverables.
• Ensure project documentation complies with safety standards, contractual requirements, and company procedures.

Qualifications

• 2 to 6 years of construction project management experience.
• Experience supporting commercial, mixed use, residential, industrial, hospitality, or institutional construction projects preferred.
• Exposure to projects valued $10M to $100M+.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Ability to support project financials, schedules, and documentation.
• Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.

Why Join

• Globally respected Architecture, Engineering, and Construction firm with an international project portfolio.
• Opportunity to work on complex projects across multiple sectors.
• Strong mentorship and career progression toward Project Manager and Senior Project Manager roles.
• Collaborative environment working alongside architecture and engineering teams in an integrated delivery model.
• Downtown Chicago office with a hybrid work schedule with 2 days work from home.

Job Title: Operations Manager

Location:

This role is 100% on site in our Chicago factory.

About Us:

SABIN is a design-forward, rapidly growing company specializing in acoustic and lighting solutions. Our innovative approach and commitment to design excellence drive our fast-paced environment. As demand for our products and services continues to grow, we're seeking a dynamic operational leader to join our team. This role offers solid potential for growth and development.

About Your Role at SABIN:

The Operations Manager will be responsible for connecting our manufacturing activities with our commercial activities and business needs; ensuring we have the systems in place to produce quality products on time in a safe and professional manner. Our production environment is both reliant on high levels of craft and engineering. We make our products on demand to suit the needs of the architectural projects we supply; we do not build and stock. You will optimize operations to support this business model. Sabin was founded in 2021 and is now in a period of strong growth; many processes and policies are being established for the first time—you will design and implement new processes and policies in collaboration with our talented existing team. Sabin has operational problems typical of a growing company, with the resources to solve them. In this role, you will report primarily to the CEO and secondarily to the Co-Founder. Sabin has operational problems typical of a growing company, with the resources to solve them. In this role, you will report primarily to the CEO and secondarily to the Co-Founder. You will work with the manufacturing, product development, systems and sales teams to join or lead initiatives to improve and refine our operations for improved performance and results. We need an energetic operational leader to join our effort in continuing to build this great company.

What You'll Do:

• Learn and know our business: Learn the ins-and-outs of our business demands and dynamics of our B2B commercial transactions.
• ERP Implementation: Contribute to the continued implementation of our ERP and MRP systems for higher efficiency, reporting, and process management.
• Production Management: Partner with our manufacturing team to plan our production, scheduling work in prudent ways that best use our factory and team to ship projects out on time.
• Material & Purchasing Planning: Partner with our systems team to design more automated processes to ensure that we have the materials needed to build our jobs. Manage the competing pressures of minimizing our lead-times while minimizing our inventory.
• Industrial Engineering: Analyze and improve our flow of data, labor and materials, Partner with our engineering, systems and manufacturing teams to implement changes for improved results.
• Industrial Engineering: Analyze and improve our flow of data, labor and materials, Partner with our engineering, systems and manufacturing teams to implement changes for improved results.

Desired Qualifications:

• Educational Background:A bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or science preferred, other fields are considered.
• Manufacturing experience: Direct experience in a manufacturing environment is a core requirement for this role.
• Organization & Conscientiousness: Naturally organized, with the ability to be assertive about the needs of the business, while being humane and warm when advocating for the business needs.
• Initiative & Collaboration: Be comfortable with SABIN's proactive approach, where we take the lead and actively move projects forward, ensuring their success.

Desired Characteristics:

• Organized critical thinker: Methodical and analytical thinking are essential for this role. Your natural mindset must be rational, fact-finding and process oriented. You have the natural reflex to organize and bring order, balanced with a belief in the necessity of nimbleness.
• Flexible: Willing to try out differing and opposing ideas, a plainspoken natural mediator and listener. The essence of this role is coordinating and connecting different domains. This requires moderation, deliberation, and adaptability.
• Problems Solver: Comfortable with problems, understanding and defining them, and bringing them all to light. Problems are not something to ignore or shy away from but embrace and comprehend fully for solutioning.
• Learner: Curious, striving. You know you don't know everything and are always learning, you believe in continuous improvement, growth, and forward-facing transformations. You expect the same from team-mates, at a rate that works for the business goals and team.
• Multi-disciplinary Tendencies: We seek candidates that show a track record of versatility. This role spans different types of work, having a natural interest and experience in a variety of disciplines gives your viewpoint more credibility as a collaborator.
• Comfort with complexity: A mind that enjoys games and puzzles—for project management, untangling logistics puzzles and balancing multi-domain interactions to serve our customer best.
• Imaginative: This is a problem-solving role, the ability to imagine completely new solutions, new ways of working and creatively solve problems is imperative.
• Positive and Proactive: Leadership by example, this role requires a hands-on individual. Someone who is proactive, takes initiative, and inspires the same in team-mates.
• Team sports experience and experience in losing / hardship is a strong plus.

Our Commitment to You:

We offer competitive pay and benefits, and the space to do great work.

SABIN places the highest priority on cultivating an engaging, rewarding and collaborative workplace. We are building an inclusive and creative environment---this opportunity for creative and professional growth is vital to us.

We have high expectations for ourselves and each other, we work diligently and kindly and listen to one another.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to join a growing, vibrant company at the forefront of design in the acoustic and lighting industry. You will have the chance to take ownership of your work and the trust to do so. Your ability to adapt, learn, and grow with us will be key to your success and ours.

To learn more about SABIN and our products, please visit SABIN.DESIGN

Who We Are:

Our story began in 2011 when a group of office workers at a major logistics company in Chicago had a lunch problem. Nearby options were limited, and the team was spending too much time and money traveling to their favorite restaurants. They had an idea: bring Chicago's local restaurant culture inside the office to sell food. It was an immediate hit. When they discovered people from other companies sneaking into their office, they knew they were on to something.

Fooda pioneered the concept of rotating popup restaurants inside offices. Today, we operate in 45 cities with over 100 million meals served and continue to grow rapidly.

Powered by technology and a network of 1500+ restaurants, we feed hungry people at work through a platform of unique food programs located within companies, office buildings, hospitals, schools, distribution centers, and more. At Fooda, we believe a workplace food program should be something employees love and look forward to every day.

Who We Are Looking For:

The Vice President of Product & Consumer Experience, reporting to the Chief Technology Officer is a builder-operator owning Product Management and Consumer(B2C) Marketing end-to-end (strategy, budget, team and execution), alongside championing AI-driven innovation to drive product growth, consumer and partner engagement. This role partners with the existing B2B Marketing and Data Science functions while building out the B2C/consumer-marketing muscle. It also owns the end-to-end product investment thesis, contributes an independent voice in executive decisions, and helps shape our stakeholder experience with measurable outcomes.

What You'll Be Doing:

Product Strategy & Execution:

• Define and manage the product roadmap covering core features and AI-embedded/AI-powered capabilities with clear metrics such as revenue growth and user engagement.
• Drive an AI vision identifying high-ROI use cases, embedding ML models and generative AI into consumer-facing features, and deploying AI tooling that shortens spec-to-release cycles across Product, Engineering, and QA.
• Align roadmap priorities with business objectives and market trends through close collaboration with Engineering, InfoSec, Compliance, Data Science, B2B Marketing and the executive team.
• Work with engineering to develop products based on data insights that drive measurable results.
• Lead build vs. buy evaluations (in‐house, partnership, or M&A) and steer post‐acquisition "integrate vs. stand‐alone" decisions and execution.
• Join key Client QBRs and Vendor Councils; translate field insights into roadmap bets that unlock upsell revenue and partner performance

Consumer Experience:

• Own, develop and execute consumer marketing strategy (acquisition, retention, loyalty and growth) while collaborating with the B2B Marketing leader for cross-channel cohesion.
• Ensure full alignment of consumer marketing and product roadmaps (both technology and in-person experience).
• Own Consumer Satisfaction & Marketing KPIs and budget; apply analytics to optimize spend and performance.
• Build the consumer-marketing function: hire, mentor, and scale a data-driven team (growth, lifecycle, creative) that works hand-in-glove with Product.
• Run a test-and-learn engine, designing experiments, analyzing results, and iterating rapidly, using modern analytics and Data Science models to personalize outreach and offers.

Data Science and Consumer Insights:

• Work with the leader of Data Science to embed DS models (pricing, personalization, forecasting) into product features while keeping DS an independent "truth‐teller" for enterprise KPIs.
• Improve segmentation, pricing, and targeting to enhance consumer insights and outcomes.

Cross Functional Collaboration:

• Collaborate with Sales, and Operations to drive product-led growth and innovation.
• Work with other senior leaders to establish decision-making frameworks and clear accountability for strategic initiatives.
• Represent consumer needs to inform executive-level strategic decisions.

What You Should Already Have:

• 10+ years in product leadership, including scaling a marketplace from This role starts hands‐on leading a three‐person Product team, then scales the organization as ROI milestones are hit. You'll steer Fooda's journey to a $1B+ marketplace, build and enhance Fooda's product suite for scale, and embed AI‐driven consumer experiences while partnering with top‐tier Engineering peers, and influence the growth of emerging areas like Data Science. If you thrive on measurable impact, rigorous thinking, and bold market moves, we'd love to talk.
  What We'll Hook You Up With:
  • Competitive base salary, bonus plan, and stock options, based on experience
  • Comprehensive health, dental and vision plans
  • 401k retirement plan with company match
  • Paid maternity and parental leave benefits
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Company-issued laptop
  • Daily subsidized lunch program (ours!)

  The salary range for this role is $230,000-$250,000. The salary is dependent on a number of factors including but not limited to: work experience, training, location and skills.

  This role will require upwards of 25% travel and will be based in Fooda's Chicago headquarters. Candidates will be asked to be in Fooda's office 3+ days a week.

Are you a seasoned Project Manager with a passion for bringing innovative medical and drug delivery devices to life? At Gilero's Durham's office, we're looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead design and development projects in cutting-edge healthcare solutions. In this role, you'll drive complex projects from concept to commercialization, ensuring they stay on track, on budget, and meet the highest quality standards.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your expertise in project management, engineering, and client relations makes a real impact, this is the opportunity for you. Join us and be part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and excellence — while offering outstanding benefits and career growth potential.

Location: Chicago, IL

Duties:

• Organize project activities, lead the project team, prioritize and delegate tasks to team members in adherence with timelines and budget requirements.
• Lead multi-year medical and drug delivery development projects consisting of electronic as well as disposable devices.
• Ensure project scope is maintained and/or manage out-of-scope requests.
• Forecast engineering resources for short/mid/long-term project needs.
• Generate financial and project reports for internal and external communication.
• Liaise with the client for routine project updates, build relationships with clients.
• Support Business Development through project timeline and budget preparation for new opportunities as well as project extensions.
• Facilitate internal and external project meetings.
• Grasp technical details with an ability to assist the team in decision-making.
• Manage ongoing project timelines and budgets.
• Maintain documents relating to the overall project (project plan, user needs, etc.). Ensure deliverables are being met and the customer is satisfied.
• Coordinate vendor activities (suppliers, third-party labs, manufacturers, etc).
• Ensure team members comply with established QMS guidelines/procedures/work instructions.
• Act as a project coach for more junior project managers. Advise on projects. Mentor junior team members and engineering interns.
• Support company-wide project management objectives.
• Support the recruiting process by participating in interviews for the project management team.

Requirements:

• US Citizen or Green card holder.
• BS in Engineering or 4-year technical degree.
• PMP Certification (preferred).
• Must be willing to work in the Chicago office M-TH.
• 8+ years of experience with 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in Medical Devices.
• Knowledge of medical device regulations (FDA/ISO).
• Possess strong project management skills and can work alone or in teams.
• Strong writing skills and/or data analysis.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and vendors in a technical capacity.
• Competent computer skills, including Excel and Word.

Personal Attributes:

• Meets Gilero Core Values: Collaboration, Integrity, Innovation, Excellence.
• Comfortable and productive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• A self-starter seeking a career opportunity with potential for internal advancement, seeking responsibility for core activities, and providing high-quality service to internal and external clients.
• Commitment to excellence and quality service to external and internal customers.
• Commitment to established policies and procedures, while contributing to continuous improvements.

Personal Attributes:

• Meets Gilero Core Values:
• Collaboration - embracing teamwork and transparency in our organization, partnering with our customers and vendors.
• Integrity - doing the right thing at all times; fair and trustworthy; always keeping the patient in mind.
• Innovation - open to new ideas, processes, and solutions; leveraging technology to creatively solve problems.
• Excellence - delivering exceptional products and services with passion and pride.
• Comfortable and productive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• A self-starter seeking a career opportunity with potential for internal advancement, seeking responsibility for core activities, and providing high-quality service to internal and to external clients.
• Commitment to excellence and quality service to external and internal customers.
• Follow established policies and procedures, while contributing to continuous improvements

Why work at Gilero?

Founded in 2002, Gilero, a Sanner Group company, is an international contract engineering firm that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of novel medical devices and drug delivery products. At Gilero, we are proud of the culture we have built that directly reflects our values of excellence, integrity, innovation, and collaboration. Motivated by our purpose to benefit people and improve patient outcomes, our team continues to grow at a rapid pace. US locations include Carlsbad, CA; Chicago, IL; as well as NC locations in Raleigh, Durham, Greensboro, and Pittsboro.

You will enjoy an annual bonus plan, Medical (3 BCBS plans to choose from), Guardian dental and vision, company-provided life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) with a match the first month you start with a zero-vesting period, and access to LinkedIn learning for personal and professional development.

Featured benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance

Title: Senior Engineer,MEMS Characterization

Department: MEMS Engineering

Location: Itasca, Illinois

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

MEMS Characterization Senior Engineer will work with design, process, and failure analysis engineer on assisting characterization and failure analysis of the MEMS device, while supporting technology development, product qualifications and quality monitoring. Employee will maintain and develop new test solutions, recommend hardware requirements based on existing trends in characterization.

Responsibilities

• Developing and maintain MEMS test solutions for production failure analysis, collaborating with design and process engineering to further characterization efforts and drive yield improvement
• Ensuring hardware and software installations are maintained.
• Continuous improvement of characterization capabilities collaborating with MEMS development team
• Perform microphone, MEMS, assembly failure analysis
• Work with design and process engineer to define characterization requirements and support execution of the characterization, including submitting work order requests and writing characterization reports.

Qualifications

• Master of Science/Engineering in Electrical/Mechanical/Material/Physics (or related field) with 2-5 years’ experience. PhD is a plus
• Experience in troubleshooting, debugging and with failure analysis of MEMS sensors is desired
• Familiar with material/device characterization using optical, electrical, mechanical methods
• Basic knowledge of acoustics and mechanics is an asset.
• Must be a team player with good communication skill.
• Familiar with material/device characterization using optical, electrical, mechanical methods
• Knowledge of calibration methodologies and best practices
• Basic knowledge of statistical analysis (JMP, MiniTab, R) is an asset
• Reliability testing experience is an asset
• Experience with electrical test equipment such as parameter analyzer, oscilloscope, probe station, and data acquisition system are desired
• Experience with advanced surface science methodologies (SEM, Raman, Auger, FIB, FTIR) an asset
• Hands on experience on developing environmental testing setup and fixtures for sensors under thermal, vibration, and electrical tests is a plus
• Solid foundation in MEMS microphone acoustics theory, including capacitive transduction principles (Experience analyzing thin-film residual stress, mechanical-electrical sensitivity optimization, damping resistance (Skvor's formula), and high-frequency response/SNR enhancement mechanisms) is a plus
• Proficient in finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as COMSOL Multiphysics or ANSYS for 3D MEMS microphone simulations is a plus
• Understand the principle of dynamic system modeling and proficient in Matlab Simulink and LTSpice is a plus

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Knowles is a market leader and global provider of advanced micro-acoustic microphones and balanced armature speakers, audio solutions, and high performance capacitors and radio frequency ("RF") filtering products, serving the MedTech, defense, consumer electronics, electric vehicle, industrial, and communications markets. Our focus on the customer, combined with unique technology, proprietary manufacturing techniques, and global operational expertise, enables us to deliver innovative solutions across multiple applications. Knowles, founded in 1946 and headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, has approximately 7,000 employees at facilities located in 13 countries around the world. At Knowles, we are committed to engineering a better tomorrow through the actions we take on a daily basis. We believe that our focus on ethical, socially responsible, and environmentally sustainable behavior guides our decision-making processes and helps keep us accountable. Visit us at

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LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Human Resources Generalist to join their team. This is a hands-on HR Generalist role in a dynamic, people-centered environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys wearing multiple hats, influencing the full employee lifecycle, and partnering closely with leadership to build scalable HR practices. This role blends recruiting, HR operations, and HRIS ownership, making it ideal for someone who is both relationship-driven and systems-savvy.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Support:

• Manage full-cycle recruiting for both hourly and salaried positions across multiple locations.
• Partner with hiring leaders to understand workforce needs and deliver a strong candidate experience.
• Support onboarding processes to ensure new hires are set up for success from day one.

HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle:

• Serve as a key point of contact for employees regarding policies, procedures, and HR programs.
• Support performance management, employee relations, and day-to-day HR guidance.
• Maintain accurate and compliant personnel records across all stages of employment.

HRIS & Data Integrity:

• Own and maintain HR data within the organization’s HRIS platform.
• Generate standard and ad hoc reports to support leadership decision-making.
• Ensure data accuracy, compliance, and process consistency across systems.

Organizational Support & Culture:

• Assist with job documentation, role alignment, and organizational structure initiatives.
• Contribute to employee engagement efforts and internal communications.
• Support special HR projects as the organization continues to grow and evolve.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• 3+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Proven experience supporting recruiting and hiring initiatives.
• Hands-on experience working with an HRIS platform (ADP Workforce Now is preferred).
• Bilingual in Spanish is highly preferred.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to interact confidently at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation Range: $75,000 - $90,000

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 Human Resources Generalistlooking 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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• Regional, spinal, and epidural anesthesia
• Pediatrics: Fellowship required

Typical task breakdown:

- - The IT Project/Program Manager is accountable for ensuring successful completion of projects, on-time, within budget, and error-free.

- - The principal responsibility of the IT Project/Program Manager is to manage the planning and execution of project team members.

- - The IT Project/Program Manager will be responsible for managing the project charter, communications, metrics, reporting, and the overall project plan and budget.

- - Support various project teams and obtain/provide a variety of information starting at concept stage and continuing through prototype, pilot, implementation and follow-up stages of various projects.

- - Develop and produce project management schedules.

- - Use professional project management tools and techniques to manage reporting, tracking charts, checklist, and project scheduling software and to delegate appropriately.

- - Manage change and take active leadership in timely decision making.

- - Manage schedules that reflect detailed information related to the changes, including effected components and functions, timelines for various stages of project completion, cost, etc.

- - Will work with the individual team members from multiple functional disciplines and customers to establish completion dates.

- - Monitor progress of projects, discusses problems with affected areas, assures appropriate personnel are informed of problems and steps are in place to meet schedules.

- - Depending on the nature of problems, expected to recommend possible solutions and alternatives.

Interaction with team:

- Team consists of mostly stakeholders in US and engineering teams spread throughout US, India and Slovakia

- - Working with product owners (both engineering and technical) for each project.

- Managing multiple teams, working with multifunctional team members across the business and engineering.

- Working on 2-3 projects at a given time

- Volume: varies from 8 – 10 projects annually, or based on agile sprint frequency Complexity: challenging to very challenging

Work environment:

:The role is currently Hybrid (come to office as agreed with WD) however this could change at any point next year, so the candidates need to be good with coming in 5 days a week eventually

Education & Experience Required:

- The position requires a 4 year college or university degree and/or Master's Degree, plus 8+ years exp

- Desired: *Certified Scrum Master (CSM) *PMP certification *Change Management Certification

Required Technical Skills

(Required)

- 8 years' experience in managing a project from inception/beginning. Must have someone who can lead the team to alignment.

- Leading end to end program management/ cross functional matrix organization.

- 8+ years of direct project management experience working with software engineering teams in an Agile Software Development methodology, Business partners and product managers.

- Proven experience with project management concepts including project charters, scheduling and planning projects and successful completion – needs to have the ability to walk teams through the creation of project charters, including aligning team to determine the scope, ways of working etc.

- 2+ years exp with Azure DevOps (formerly VSTS) and Confluence

- Advanced knowledge of Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Project

- Experience in large organizational change management

- Experience in strategic thinking, alignment and direction.

(Desired)

- *Certified Scrum Master (CSM) *PMP certification *Change Management Certification *Six Sigma Black Belt Certification- NICE TO HAVE

- Some Scrum Master exp in addition to the required project management exp.

- Experience having worked with large enterprise level organizations.

- Experience with Ecommerce applications/projects.

- 2+ year exp with Power BI ( nice to have)

Soft Skills

(Required)

- Excellent interpersonal skills are required in order to deal with sensitive issues, develop others, or influence others inside and outside the department to take specific actions.

- Should have strong project management skills, team leadership skills, excellent communication skills, ability to multitask effectively, strong analytical and organizational skills.

- Strong communication and presentation skills

Company

Our client is a well-established leader in exterior building maintenance, serving premier office, multifamily, retail, hospitality, mixed-use and specialty-use properties primarily in the Chicago CBD. With a strong reputation built over decades, the company is known for its operational excellence, safety-first culture, and consistent delivery of high-quality service across complex and high-profile environments.

The organization specializes in comprehensive building care, leveraging advanced equipment, proven methodologies, and highly trained teams to service properties of all sizes. Their success is driven by customized service solutions, disciplined execution, and a commitment to long-term client relationships.

As a large, union-based operation, our client places a strong emphasis on workforce development, rigorous safety training, and clear communication at every level of the organization. They foster a collaborative, performance-oriented culture where accountability, responsiveness, and attention to detail are core expectations. The company is already a local market leader and is well-positioned for continued growth and operational scale.

Position

The Director of Operations will be a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for overseeing and optimizing all field operations, service delivery, equipment maintenance, safety, and labor execution across the organization. This role will partner closely with ownership and senior leadership to translate strategic objectives into disciplined, scalable operational performance.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on, metrics-driven operator with experience leading complex, labor-intensive service organizations. The Director of Operations will be accountable for driving consistency, efficiency, and profitability while preserving the company's strong culture and reputation for service excellence.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role within a respected, established company that combines operational complexity with significant growth potential. The Director of Operations will have meaningful influence over the organization's next phase of scale, professionalization, and long-term success.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all operational functions, including field operations, human resources, service execution, scheduling, safety, labor management, and quality control.
• Direct the organization's efforts in achieving financial goals, objectives, and budgets with focus on setting measurable goals and insuring accountability.
• Develop and implement scalable operational systems, processes to support growth while maintaining service standards
• Ensure personnel policies and procedures are appropriate for the effective and efficient functioning within the working environment and the protection of staff and adjust as necessary
• Encourages and facilitates the application of industry best practices and technology to enable the re-engineering of policies, programs, and processes to make optimal use of resources.
• Set company-wide objectives and performance metrics (KPIs); ensure regular, cross-departmental communication focused on efficient and profitable operations. Utilize industry benchmarks to track results and identify growth opportunities and priorities. Establish processes for internal accountability, prioritization, and successful execution across all segments of the business.
• Develop annual budgets, drive operational efficiency, margin improvement, and cost discipline across all service lines.
• Oversee supply inventory management and review, recommend and approve the firm's capital expenditures above a certain threshold.
• Ensure compliance with union agreements, OSHA and other safety regulations, and company policies, while fostering positive labor relations.
• Partner with sales and client-facing teams to ensure seamless onboarding, execution, and retention of key accounts.
• Negotiate and approve major service contracts and review and approve smaller service contracts delegated to subordinates.
• Build, mentor, and develop managers and subordinates, creating clear accountability and development across all disciplines within the organization.
• Track crew productivity, job quality, and customer feedback.
• Champion a safety-first focus across all disciplines, ensuring training, protocols, and risk management practices are consistently executed. Preserve and enhance company culture, with a focus on employee engagement and development; conduct regular performance reviews of direct reports
• Provide data-driven insights and reporting to ownership and senior leadership to support strategic decision-making

Qualifications

• A seasoned, senior operations leadership executive (Director, VP of Operations, Chief Operating Officer or equivalent) with a minimum of 10 years of experience in property management and/or a labor-intensive, service-based organization, ideally serving commercial property clients and/or site-level experience in a building services role.
• Significant experience with bids, request for proposals (RFPs), contracts, and operational pricing.
• Ability to review service, vendor and other contracts.
• Deep understanding of safety, compliance, and regulatory oversight.
• Supervises hiring, I9 compliance, and all other government requirements.
• Experience working directly with inspectors, regulators, union leadership, and municipal agencies.
• Demonstrates understanding of insurance issues and risk management.
• Experience handling unemployment and worker's compensation claims.
• Experience working within union or highly regulated labor environments.
• Experience with MBE (Minority Business Enterprise)/WBE (Women Business Enterprise) requirements.
• Ability to analyze financial statements and have a strong understanding of operational metrics, process improvement, and scalable execution.
• Experience testifying in legal and administrative proceedings.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards across all operations, including hazard communication, PPE requirements, recordkeeping (OSHA 300/300A), and incident reporting.
• Demonstrated success managing large, distributed field teams and complex scheduling environments.
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to balance strategic vision and day-to-day execution.
• Proven ability to build structure, accountability, and performance standards without disrupting culture.

Personal Skills & Attributes

• Strong operational judgment with a pragmatic, common-sense approach to decision-making.
• Calm, steady presence under pressure; effective in high-stakes and time-sensitive situations.
• Clear, direct communicator able to influence ownership, executives, union leaders, and field managers.
• High integrity, credibility, and trustworthiness; consistently follows through on commitments.
• Resilient and persistent; thrives in demanding, labor-intensive environments.
• Strong safety-first mindset with deep respect for compliance, training, and risk management.
• Demonstrated expertise in verbal and written communications.