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IDR is hiring for a 6 Month Contract to Hire Technical Product Owner
Join a leading organization in the data technology sector, where innovation and agility drive success. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to influence key data engineering initiatives, collaborating across diverse teams to deliver impactful digital products. If you're passionate about data solutions, thrive in fast-paced environments, and possess a strong technical acumen, this is your chance to make a difference and grow your career.
Position Overview for the Technical Product Owner:
• Act as a pivotal link between Data Engineering teams and business stakeholders to facilitate successful technology delivery across digital products
• Manage and prioritize data engineering product backlog, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives
• Author user stories and acceptance criteria, leading refinement sessions and sprint planning
• Lead Agile ceremonies including daily standups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to ensure smooth delivery
• Utilize data and AI tools to analyze issues, optimize workflows, and maintain high quality in product artifacts
Requirements for the Technical Product Owner:
• Proven experience in stakeholder interaction and managing product backlogs in an Agile environment
• Strong documentation skills and the ability to communicate complex technical requirements effectively
• Proficiency with SQL, data engineering processes, and related technologies such as Azure SQL, Data Factory, SSIS, and Azure Data Lake
• Familiarity with Microsoft tech stack and data delivery tools is highly preferred
• Solid understanding of data engineering concepts and successful delivery of technical products
What's in it for you?
• Opportunity to work remotely with flexible hours, supporting a dynamic team that values innovation and autonomy
• Competitive pay rate of $60-68/hr, leading to an annualized salary of approximately $135,000 + 10% STIP
• Be part of a company with a strong focus on data-driven solutions and cutting-edge technology adoption
• Gain hands-on experience with AI-driven processes and advanced data engineering tools
Why IDR?
• 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.
REMOTE
LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Technical Product & Quoting Engineer – CNC Environment to join their team. This is a pivotal, hands-on role that blends CNC manufacturing expertise, RFQ/quoting ownership, and product engineering leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong experience supporting CNC-machined components from RFQ through production, collaborating closely with engineering, operations, and suppliers. This role supports a diverse customer base across industries including aerospace, pipe fittings, hydraulics, and hose assemblies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Own and develop accurate, competitive CNC RFQs and production quotes for complex machined components and assemblies.
- Analyze customer drawings, specifications, and RFQs to determine manufacturing feasibility, machining strategy, and cost drivers.
- Translate customer requirements into manufacturable CNC solutions, considering tolerances, materials, cycle times, and production methods.
- Collaborate with engineering, CNC programmers, machinists, and production teams to optimize designs for manufacturability, quality, and cost.
- Support CNC production planning by validating routings, estimating run times, tooling needs, and labor requirements.
- Lead product definition, requirements gathering, and business case development for new and existing products.
- Coordinate prototype builds, first articles, testing, and validation to support customer and internal approvals.
- Partner with sourcing and supply chain teams to support supplier evaluation, CNC sourcing decisions, and cost‑reduction initiatives.
- Monitor product performance, quality metrics, and production feedback, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide technical guidance and training to internal teams and external partners related to CNC processes and quoting assumptions.
- Track and report key performance indicators including revenue, margin, quoting accuracy, and customer satisfaction.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
- Significant hands-on experience in a CNC machine shop environment.
- Proven experience with CNC RFQs, CNC quoting, and supporting CNC production in a precision manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of CNC machining processes (turning, milling, multi-axis preferred), materials, tolerances, and GD&T/blueprint reading.
- Demonstrated experience estimating cycle times, labor, tooling, and overhead for CNC-machined components.
- Experience working closely with CNC programmers, machinists, and production teams.
- Proficiency with CAD/CAM software and experience navigating ERP/MRP systems.
- Industry experience in aerospace, pipe fittings, hydraulics, hoses, or similar precision manufacturing sectors.
- Strong problem-solving skills, assertiveness, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical and cost concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
Compensation Range: $115,000-$135,000 + 15% Bonus
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 Technical Product & Quoting Engineer looking for anew and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!
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- Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for a variety of products.
- Collaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure design-for-manufacturing (DFM) principles are applied.
- Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve production issues to maintain quality and schedules.
- Support process validation, equipment qualification, and new product introduction (NPI) activities.
- Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Develop and maintain work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process documentation.
- Participate in Lean Manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
- Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards (ISO, OSHA, or industry-specific standards).
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or process improvement in a production environment.
- Experience with process design, workflow optimization, and troubleshooting production issues.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
Chicago Metro (Bloomingdale, IL)
Travel: 50-60%
If you win deals by understanding engineers, earning trust over time, and positioning capability instead of price, keep reading.
Our client is a well-established, family-owned precision contract manufacturer with a long track record of investment in equipment, quality systems, and long-term customer relationships. They do not chase low-margin, price-driven work. They partner with OEMs that value precision, consistency, and accountability.
They are hiring an experienced Outside Sales Professional to drive new business growth and help expand their footprint in medical, aerospace, and defense manufacturing.
The Opportunity
This role is ideal for a salesperson who:
- Enjoys hunting and building relationships from scratch
- Is comfortable with long sales cycles and delayed gratification
- Can navigate engineers, purchasing, and quality teams
- Wants autonomy and ownership rather than micromanagement
- Takes pride in selling something that is genuinely hard to do well
You will step into a strong manufacturing platform with proven capabilities and leadership support, but you will build your own pipeline.
What You Will Do
- Prospect and develop new OEM relationships in targeted industries
- Sell precision machining and contract manufacturing capabilities
- Work directly with engineers and purchasing teams to quote and win complex work
- Manage opportunities from initial contact through long-term production partnership
- Spend significant time in the field visiting customers and prospects
- Collaborate closely with internal teams on quoting, feasibility, and execution
- Represent the company professionally and credibly in the market
This is a true field sales role, not an inside or transactional position.
What Success Looks Like
- Building a healthy pipeline of qualified OEM opportunities
- Getting designed into programs rather than simply responding to RFQs
- Winning repeatable, long-term production work
- Becoming a trusted partner to customers, not just a vendor
- Growing revenue through relationships, not discounts
What Our Client Is Looking For
Required
- Proven success in B2B outside sales within manufacturing or technical environments
- Experience selling contract manufacturing, precision machining, or custom technical solutions
- Ability to understand engineering drawings and manufacturing requirements
- Strong prospecting and relationship-building skills
- High personal accountability and self-direction
- Willingness to be on-site when not visiting customers
Preferred
- Experience selling into medical, aerospace, or defense OEMs
- Familiarity with precision machining, turned parts, or 5-axis environments
- Existing OEM relationships within targeted industries
- Comfort operating without heavy structure or rigid scripts
Location & Work Style
- Based in the Chicago metro area
- Expected to be on-site full time initially to learn the business
- Increased field time as ramp progresses
- This is not a remote role
Compensation
- Base salary approximately $100,000–$125,000, with bonus
- Ramp support provided due to long sales cycles
- Performance-based upside as the role matures
Job Title: Electrical Engineer II
Location: Schaumburg, IL (100% Onsite)
Duration: 12 Months
Schedule: Full-Time | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Key Responsibilities
Design, build, debug, and test RF circuits for wireless communication products.
Operate and analyze results using RF test equipment such as Network/Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, and Power Meters.
Support RF product redesign efforts through performance validation and troubleshooting.
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to improve product performance and reliability.
Document test results, validate compliance with engineering standards, and maintain technical records.
Required Skills
2+ years of RF engineering experience with hands-on circuit design and wireless communication theory.
Proven experience using RF test equipment (Network Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer, Signal Generator, Power Meter).
Knowledge of RF amplifier design, PLL, VCO, receivers, and RF communication systems.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
Preferred Skills
Experience with LabVIEW or RF testing software tools.
Background working in RF hardware R&D or telecom equipment manufacturing.
TekPro is partnered with a precision machining manufacturer in the Chicago area that is looking to add a Process Engineer to their team. Our client offers modern CNC equipment, a clean and organized facility, and the opportunity to work on complex precision machined components.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in a precision machining environment who enjoys developing manufacturing processes, working with engineering and production teams, and supporting the launch of new parts into production.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing detailed manufacturing process plans for new parts using SolidWorks for modeling and drafting and Visual Manufacturing (ERP) for documentation
- Reviewing customer purchase orders, drawings, and specifications to ensure all requirements are incorporated into the manufacturing process plan
- Ensuring manufacturing process plans comply with all drawing, purchase order, and specification requirements
- Reviewing existing tooling and gage inventory for use in the manufacturing process
- Designing and ordering new tooling when necessary
- Working closely with manufacturing teams to troubleshoot and resolve production issues as they arise
- Supporting continuous improvement of manufacturing processes and production efficiency
If you have experience in manufacturing engineering or process engineering within a CNC machining environment and are interested, apply now to learn more!
The objective of the Senior Project Manager is to lead and mentor project teams, serve as a trusted partner to customers, and oversee the successful planning, design, procurement, and execution of electrical construction projects while meeting schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
Essential Duties
- Plan, prepare and/or review technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates
- Review electrical drawings and specifications for lighting, power distribution, data/voice cabling, special systems, and fire alarm systems
- Responsible for total management of multiple complex and/or large-scaled projects over a $5M+ threshold from time of assignment to turnover of operations
- Expected to manage an aggregate of $15M+ in billings annually
- Interact with Customers, Vendors, Field and Engineering teams to ensure project is completed on schedule and within budget
- Work with superintendents and foremen to plan, organize, and direct activities related to projects
- Conduct site visits to identify and solve problems and verify that construction is proceeding in accordance with design specs
- Provide mentorship and guidance to Junior Project Management team
- Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and develop lasting relationships
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering; or Field experience preferred
- 8+ years Project Management experience
- Experience with oversight of $5M+ in Contract Value
- Effectively lead and mentor Junior Project Management employees
- Customer relationship-oriented
- Strong time management and organizational skills
- Ability to meet critical deadlines
- Ability to be self-motivated, proactive, and an effective team player
The Senior Procurement Analyst will support and execute data-driven sourcing strategies for consumable and expendable (C&E) materials, rotable and repair components for different business groups within the company. This role sits at the intersection of sourcing, analytics, and supply planning leveraging supplier data, forecasting outputs, and inventory planning concepts to inform sourcing decisions.
The ideal candidate has prior hands-on sourcing and contracts experience and is comfortable working with spend management software such as Coupa, SAP Ariba and Zycus, forecasting tools, and BI tools such as Domo, Power BI and Tableau, to support supplier strategy and sourcing decisions in a fast-paced environment.
What you will be responsible for:
- Own direct strategic sourcing for MRO materials and repair services, translating forecast demand and supply plans into multi-year sourcing strategies rather than transactional buying.
- Lead and support RFQs/RFPs, supplier negotiations, and award recommendations, ensuring alignment with cost targets, capacity constraints, quality requirements and contractual terms.
- Evaluate sourcing options using a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) lens cost, lead time, MOQ, validity to support informed supplier selection decisions.
- Interpret outputs from internal forecasting tools and historical demand data to inform direct sourcing strategies, supplier capacity discussions and volume-based or long-term agreements.
- Demonstrate working knowledge of time-series concepts such as trend, seasonality, variability and forecast error.
- Apply a practical understanding of supply chain planning concepts safety stock, reorder point (ROP), lead time variability, and service levels - to evaluate sourcing options and understand their implications for cost, availability, and supplier strategy.
- Use SQL to extract and analyze spend, demand, pricing, lead time, and supplier performance data from ERP and planning systems.
- Use Python for data analysis, automation, and modeling related to pricing trends, demand variability, and sourcing scenarios.
- Develop and maintain BI dashboards (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) to track KPIs including cost savings, supplier OTD, contract coverage, pricing compliance and contract performance.
- Translate analytical insights into clear, actionable recommendations for sourcing and operations leadership.
- Monitor supplier performance against cost, quality, delivery, turnaround, and capacity commitments.
- Identify risks related to forecast volatility, long lead times, single-source suppliers, and constrained repair capacity.
- Support supplier performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Work closely with Maintenance, Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Finance teams to align sourcing with operational and customer requirements.
- Assist with contract reviews, pricing agreements, and service-level terms informed by forecasted volumes.
- Ensure sourcing activities comply with FAA, EASA, AS9110, and internal quality standards.
- Maintain sourcing documentation to support audits and customer requirements.
- Adhere to ethical sourcing and procurement policies.
What you need to be successful in this role:
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, Data Analytics or related fields.
- 3-5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement or supply chain roles.
- Prior hands-on sourcing experience is required (RFPs, supplier negotiations, supplier selection).
- Working knowledge of forecasting concepts and supply chain planning fundamentals (e.g. safety stock, ROP, EOQ, lead time variability and service levels).
- Experience using spend management software (Coupa, SAP Ariba, Zycus).
- Experience using or supporting demand planning/forecasting and inventory planning tools
- Experience using BI tools (Domo, Power BI, Tableau)
- Strong proficiency in SQL for data extraction and analysis.
- Working proficiency in Python for data analysis and automation.
Preferred:
- Master's degree preferred. Experience in aviation MRO, aerospace aftermarket, or similarly regulated environments.
- Familiarity with MRO ERP and Planning Systems (AMOS, Ramco, Trax, SAP, Oracle).
- Familiarity with FAA, EASA and AS9110 quality requirements.
- Professional certification (CPSM, CSCP, CIPS) a plus.
The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:
- Competitive salary and bonus package
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Generous paid time off program
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility. The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting. Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment. AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.
Compensation:
The anticipated salary range for this position is $85,000 to $99,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. [In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus.] AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.
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Overview:
Establishes, manages, reviews and maintains production schedules for assigned work center to ensure that the master production schedule is being executed. Analyze work center loads for effective capacity planning, and also ensure accurate inventories by effectively addressing any labor reporting issues. Manage the production meetings and handle inquiries from the sales team. Maintains and reviews shop dispatch list, ensuring completion of manufacturing to meet customer shipping requirements. Answer related inquiries for all levels of the organization. Manage local 3rd party manufacturing suppliers including coordinating and arranging for outsourced work required to complete work requirements. Update and maintain the bills of materials and work requirements within our ERP system. This position has a close working relationship with Sales and Engineering. Guidance may be provided on possible sources of information and methods to complete tasks. Able to meet deadlines and exercise judgment regarding related items.
Core Responsibilities:
- Daily analysis, planning, and review of work center capacity based on requirements loaded by Sales and Master Scheduler.
- Maintain and review dispatch lists targeting customer promise delivery dates.
- Effective sequencing of jobs, processes and assignments to the production floor and interface with shop floor supervisor.
- Communicate with customer service on status of sales orders and estimated completion. Ensure information needed for labeling of finished goods is accurate and correct
- Participate in production meetings and monitor any potential production issues or needs.
- Implement material substitutions as needed, coordinating these with purchasing to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Audit of inventory data as compared to packing slips from material receipts. Corrective action implementation based on issues found.
- Maintain effective communications with internal customers regarding inventory accuracy, engineering changes and shop order closeouts.
- Maintain current knowledge for this position and within the work area through continuing education, subscriptions, certifications, and memberships.
- Participate in related staff, team and/or task group meetings to ensure the continuous improvement of processes, methods, productivity and quality, while reducing costs. Participate in in-house training programs.
- Ensure that all operations are within established guidelines and conform to health and safety standards.
- Conduct a continuous study of internal processed and methods, research new technology and develop proposals for application of such technology for the purposes of cost reduction and process improvement.
- Other duties as assigned or required.
Qualifications:
- Associate Degree with 4-7 years of progressively responsible, directly related experience; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these. Accuracy is essential to this position.
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability (including physical) required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must possess the ability to read, analyze and interpret business and technical documents, flow charts, budget information, procedure manuals and so on; the ability to prepare required routine reports and correspondence; ability to communicate effectively with others, using skill and diplomacy and have the ability to work with all levels of the organization.
- Requires the ability to work within established health, safety and quality guidelines and the ability to organize the workload and meet deadlines.
- Must possess knowledge and experience in automated systems and terminology and the ability to develop and interpret related reports using spreadsheet, word processing and graphics software. Requires the ability to operate a variety of standard business machines, such as a computer and keyboard, a calculator, telephone, FAX, photocopier and so on.
- Must possess the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, using whole numbers/decimals and the ability to apply concepts of business math to practical situations and dimensions to production.
- Must possess the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram format. Must possess strong knowledge, understanding and experience in various problem-solving and participatory management techniques.
- Requires the ability to operate a variety of standard business machines, such as a computer and keyboard, a calculator, telephone, FAX, photocopier and so on.
- Must possess the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, using whole numbers/decimals and the ability to apply concepts of business math to practical situations and dimensions to production.
- Must possess the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram format. Must possess strong knowledge, understanding and experience in various problem-solving and participatory management techniques.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Manager of Quality Assurance
Food & Ingredient Manufacturing | Multi-Site Oversight
Reports To: Director of Operations
Schedule: M–F | 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM
About the Company
A long-standing food manufacturing organization with more than four decades in the industry, specializing in spices, seasonings, and ingredient processing. The company supports commercial and industrial customers and is known for strong relationships, operational responsiveness, and deep expertise in handling agricultural raw materials. They operate in a dynamic environment where ingredient variability, customer-specific specifications, and efficient production processes must align smoothly.
Position Summary
The Manager of Quality Assurance leads and strengthens quality systems across multiple facilities. This role ensures consistent product quality, regulatory compliance, and effective execution of quality and food safety programs across manufacturing operations and supplier networks. The ideal leader is structured, process-driven, and able to bring clarity and accountability to quality procedures while balancing cost efficiency and operational realities.
Key Responsibilities
Quality Systems & Compliance
- Lead SQF, HACCP, GMP, FSMA, and regulatory compliance across all locations.
- Maintain audit readiness through structured project plans and accurate documentation.
- Strengthen CAPA and root cause analysis systems.
- Monitor production activities and address risks proactively.
- Support internal, customer, and third-party audits.
Supplier Quality & FSVP Oversight
- Oversee supplier qualification, approval, and ongoing performance monitoring.
- Maintain FSVP compliance and review incoming material documentation.
- Investigate supplier deviations and implement corrective/preventive actions.
- Partner with procurement and operations to support quality and supply reliability.
Customer-Facing Quality Leadership
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customer quality communication.
- Lead customer complaint investigations with timely, structured responses.
- Identify trends and implement improvements to reduce repeat issues.
- Reinforce the organization’s commitment to product integrity and long-term partnerships.
Production & Specification Oversight
- Work closely with production teams to ensure products meet customer-specific requirements.
- Understand agricultural raw material variability (color, granulation, moisture, form) and its production impact.
- Support compliant deviations, reblends, or formulation adjustments when needed.
- Improve and document processes related to variability management.
- Ensure quality documentation enables timely release of finished goods.
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead quality teams across multiple sites with clear roles and accountability.
- Develop department KPIs aligned with company objectives.
- Foster collaboration across production, operations, and supply chain.
- Establish consistent communication rhythms and build a cohesive, accountable quality organization.
Process & Continuous Improvement
- Identify workflow inefficiencies and implement data-driven improvements.
- Enhance ERP usage, documentation visibility, and general quality systems effectiveness.
- Promote continuous improvement while balancing quality standards with operational and cost considerations.
Required Qualifications
- 7–15+ years of quality leadership experience in food or ingredient manufacturing.
- Strong working knowledge of GFSI, FSMA, and food safety systems.
- Experience partnering with production teams and managing customer specifications.
- Proven ability to create structured project plans and documentation systems.
- Experience with FSVP and supplier quality programs.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
- Team management and cross-functional leadership experience.
- Proficiency in ERP platforms, quality software, and standard computer applications.
- Skilled in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace.
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