Sharp Decisions Inc Jobs in Usa

Production Operator (Surface Mount Technology) Our client, an electronics manufacturer located in the northwest suburbs, is seeking an experienced SMT Operator to join our production team.

We are a growing company with opportunities for motivated individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities Operate and monitor Surface Mount Technology machines Set up assembly lines and follow detailed production instructions Check inventory for specific production jobs Perform first article inspections Conduct SMD inspections to ensure quality standards Mount, install, align, and secure components on machines using hand tools and measuring instruments Follow strict quality standards and manufacturing procedures Required Skills Ability to follow instructions and read equipment manuals Experience using small hand tools and reading blueprints Ability to read assembly drawings and Bills of Materials Basic knowledge of mathematics Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment Strong work ethic and motivation to learn manufacturing processes Maintain a clean and organized workspace Preferred Qualifications IPC-A-610 Certification Bilingual preferred Previous SMT manufacturing experience Monday – Friday 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (First Day Start Time: 7:00 AM (Orientation & Training) $16.00-18.00/hr DOE Wood Dale, IL Please send resumes to All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.

Elite Staffing offers the following benefit programs for your participation: Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Benefits, 401k Retirement Plan, and Commuter benefits.

Our hiring process may include the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in recruiting candidates.

AI may be used to collect information and grade, rank, or score your answers.

All employment decisions are made by human reviewers.

By submitting your application, you authorize Elite Staffing, Inc.

to contact you using the contact information you have provided for employment-related activities via any method, including SMS, email, and phone calls, including through the use of automated technology, AI generative voice, and pre-recorded and/or artificial voice messages.

For accommodations or to opt out of AI-assisted communication, you may unsubscribe from any SMS message and/or inform the AI technology of your request to opt out of AI-assisted communications.

All personal information provided will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy found on our website.

All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.CB3

Soldering Technician /Mechanical Assembly Our client is seeking experienced Hand Soldering Technicians to join our electronics manufacturing team.

This role is ideal for individuals with experience of soldering printed circuit boards and working in a production environment.

Responsibilities • Hand-solder components to printed circuit boards (PCBs) following IPC-A-610 standards • Lead-form components for PCB assembly • Solder through-hole and SMT components • Operate selective solder machines • Inspect work visually to ensure quality standards • Repair soldering defects when needed • Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean work area • Document production totals and report errors • Perform machine startup, loading programs, and general equipment cleaning • Complete additional production tasks as assigned Required Skills • Ability to follow instructions and read equipment manuals • Experience using hand tools and reading blueprints • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills • Ability to communicate effectively and understand instructions • Strong time management skills • Minimum 1 years of soldering experience in a manufacturing environment Preferred Qualifications • Electro-Mechanical Assembly & Test experience • IPC-A-610 Certification 16.00-18.00/hr DOE Monday – Friday 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (First Day Start Time: 7:00 AM (Orientation & Training) Wood Dale, IL Please send resumes to All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.

Elite Staffing offers the following benefit programs for your participation: Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Benefits, 401k Retirement Plan, and Commuter benefits.

Our hiring process may include the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in recruiting candidates.

AI may be used to collect information and grade, rank, or score your answers.

All employment decisions are made by human reviewers.

By submitting your application, you authorize Elite Staffing, Inc.

to contact you using the contact information you have provided for employment-related activities via any method, including SMS, email, and phone calls, including through the use of automated technology, AI generative voice, and pre-recorded and/or artificial voice messages.

For accommodations or to opt out of AI-assisted communication, you may unsubscribe from any SMS message and/or inform the AI technology of your request to opt out of AI-assisted communications.

All personal information provided will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy found on our website.

All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.CB3

Production Lead Warehouse Lead/ Line Leader/Production This position is responsible for leading the Production Staff What You Will Do: Inspection of product every hour or more frequently depending on the project Responsible for reconciliation to ensure accuracy of job Ability to perform all computer functions as they pertain to this job Supervise temp workers in an assembly line setting What You Will Have: Education Desired
- High School Diploma or Equivalent Three to six months related experience or training in warehouse production Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Ability to understand all aspects of the WMS system Ability to understand quality standards, methods and reporting as required Ability to plan in advance for production in your area Frequent lifting up to 25 lbs.

Shift Time: 3:30pm-12:00am $19.00/hr-2nd shift Temporary-Long term Newnan, GA 30263 Please send resumes to All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.

Our hiring process may include the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in recruiting candidates.

AI may be used to collect information and grade, rank, or score your answers.

All employment decisions are made by human reviewers.

By submitting your application, you authorize Elite Staffing, Inc.

to contact you using the contact information you have provided for employment-related activities via any method, including SMS, email, and phone calls, including through the use of automated technology, AI generative voice, and pre-recorded and/or artificial voice messages.

For accommodations or to opt out of AI-assisted communication, you may unsubscribe from any SMS message and/or inform the AI technology of your request to opt out of AI-assisted communications.

All personal information provided will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy found on our website.

All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.CB3

Recruiter On Site Recruiting/Staffing/Light Industrial/Staffing On Site Supervisor Now hiring for a 1st shift opening in Greenville, South Carolina.

This is an exciting opportunity to demonstrate your administrative and customer service skills.

If you are a Recruiter wanting to move into a supervisory/management role, this is a fantastic opportunity to achieve that goal! Job Duties: Sourcing for new employees Communicate with the customer on daily basis to determine needs Liaison between client and staffing company Handle/process new hire applications Promote safety in the workplace Requirements: Previous experience recruiting in the light industrial industry Intermediate computer experience Supervisory experience preferred 1st shift 7am-4:30pm $55,000.00 Monday-Friday Permanent plus Benefits Greenville, South Carolina 29605 Please send resumes to All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.

Our hiring process may include the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in recruiting candidates.

AI may be used to collect information and grade, rank, or score your answers.

All employment decisions are made by human reviewers.

By submitting your application, you authorize Elite Staffing, Inc.

to contact you using the contact information you have provided for employment-related activities via any method, including SMS, email, and phone calls, including through the use of automated technology, AI generative voice, and pre-recorded and/or artificial voice messages.

For accommodations or to opt out of AI-assisted communication, you may unsubscribe from any SMS message and/or inform the AI technology of your request to opt out of AI-assisted communications.

All personal information provided will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy found on our website.

All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.CB3

Warehouse Associate Job Duties: Previous order picking experience Previous UPS/Fed Ex processing experience Basic label printing experience able to read, write, and understand English fluently.

Previous experience Cycle Counting accurately Previous experience assembly/kitting multiple items with care and accuracy Ability to assemble various items with instructions provided.

Unloading Ocean Container as part of a team while being able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted while keeping a fast pace to unload safely, yet quickly Requirements: Computer experience must be able to lift up 50lbs 7:30am-4:00pm $17.00/hr Lake Zurich, IL 60047 Please send resumes All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.

Elite Staffing offers the following benefit programs for your participation: Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Benefits, 401k Retirement Plan, and Commuter benefits.

Our hiring process may include the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in recruiting candidates.

AI may be used to collect information and grade, rank, or score your answers.

All employment decisions are made by human reviewers.

By submitting your application, you authorize Elite Staffing, Inc.

to contact you using the contact information you have provided for employment-related activities via any method, including SMS, email, and phone calls, including through the use of automated technology, AI generative voice, and pre-recorded and/or artificial voice messages.

For accommodations or to opt out of AI-assisted communication, you may unsubscribe from any SMS message and/or inform the AI technology of your request to opt out of AI-assisted communications.

All personal information provided will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy found on our website.

All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.CB3

Forklift Operator Stand Up Reach Lift Truck/Forklift/Stand Up Reach Job Duties Include: Fills orders by picking orders according to section number, packing items into cartons and stacking them in a manner that minimizes shipping damage Will enter items into scan gun, and complete necessary paperwork.

Document the shipment of hazardous materials by labeling cartons correctly and completing necessary paperwork.

Prepares orders for shipment, palletizes and wrapping orders; loads pallets and pieces into trucks; places packing list in last skid Qualifications Include: One Year Previous experience using a Reach Truck forklift.

Ability to complete routine paperwork.

1st shift: $20.00/hr or 2nd shift: $20.50/hr Temporary-Long Term Drug test Everify Aurora, IL 60506 Please send resumes to All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.

Elite Staffing offers the following benefit programs for your participation: Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Benefits, 401k Retirement Plan, and Commuter benefits.

Our hiring process may include the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in recruiting candidates.

AI may be used to collect information and grade, rank, or score your answers.

All employment decisions are made by human reviewers.

By submitting your application, you authorize Elite Staffing, Inc.

to contact you using the contact information you have provided for employment-related activities via any method, including SMS, email, and phone calls, including through the use of automated technology, AI generative voice, and pre-recorded and/or artificial voice messages.

For accommodations or to opt out of AI-assisted communication, you may unsubscribe from any SMS message and/or inform the AI technology of your request to opt out of AI-assisted communications.

All personal information provided will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy found on our website.

All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.CB3

Stand Up Reach Forklift Raymond and Crown Forklift Operator Job Duties: Fills orders by picking orders according to section number, packing items into cartons and stacking them in a manner that minimizes shipping damage Will enter items into scan gun, and complete necessary paperwork.

Document the shipment of hazardous materials by labeling cartons correctly and completing necessary paperwork.

Prepares orders for shipment, palletizes and wrapping orders; loads pallets and pieces into trucks; places packing list in last skid Qualifications: Previous experience using a Raymond or Crown Stand Up Reach Forklift Ability to complete routine paperwork.
***Will need to pass a Test on a Raymond or Crown Stand up Reach Truck
*** Monday-Thursday 1st shift: $20.00/hr 4:30am-3:30pm or 2nd shift: $22.00/hr 3:00pm-2:00am Background/ drug test E-Verify Long Term Alsip, IL 60803 Please send resumes to All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.

Elite Staffing offers the following benefit programs for your participation: Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Benefits, 401k Retirement Plan, and Commuter benefits.

Our hiring process may include the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in recruiting candidates.

AI may be used to collect information and grade, rank, or score your answers.

All employment decisions are made by human reviewers.

By submitting your application, you authorize Elite Staffing, Inc.

to contact you using the contact information you have provided for employment-related activities via any method, including SMS, email, and phone calls, including through the use of automated technology, AI generative voice, and pre-recorded and/or artificial voice messages.

For accommodations or to opt out of AI-assisted communication, you may unsubscribe from any SMS message and/or inform the AI technology of your request to opt out of AI-assisted communications.

All personal information provided will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy found on our website.

All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.CB3

Maintenance Mechanic Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Must have: Packaging experience and experience with: Change Overs, SMED lean tools, Filler, Cappers, and Troubleshooting required.

Sets-up, adjusts, and troubleshoots Packaging equipment.

Completes minor repair, preventative maintenance and assists in major overhaul on all Packaging equipment.

Works with other Packaging associates in a team environment to execute the schedule.

Communicates with Warehouse, Processing, Shop, and other support areas.

Strives for continuous improvement in service, quality, safety, and cost.

Job Duties: Efficiently completes all set-ups and troubleshoots assigned lines with assistance from Packaging Mechanics.

Keeps change parts organized and in good repair.

Advises when parts are missing or damaged to maintenance supervisor.

Performs routine lubrication and inspection of machines during change overs.

Keeps lines operating properly during the course of production runs.

Assists Packaging machine operators and Supervisor with machinery-related problems encountered during production runs.

Repairs change parts as prescribed.

Looks for opportunities to improve standard line speed and crews and monitors actual line speeds/crews.

Understands and implements fill/torque control requirement.

Uses information to minimize waste and spoilage.

Responsible for the daily execution of schedule.

Handles collection and disposal of hazardous products, ethanol and sanitizing agent generated by Packaging in accordance with environmental, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Follows safety policies and maintains good housekeeping in work area.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Completes asbestos awareness training, recognizes and informs Supervisor of asbestos hazards (ie floor tile drilling) to ensure sampling, appropriate precautions, and/or abatement where required.

Knowledge/Skills/Education/Experience: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.

Must have minimum one year of related experience or technical training certificate.

Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity Must demonstrate aptitude in the set-up, troubleshooting, and maintenance of packaging equipment.

Must be able to learn in a fast paced industrial setting Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Able to handle pressure and demonstrate flexibility.

Able to demonstrate good interpersonal skills and take initiative on specific issues.

Must have packaging experience, change over experience, SMED lean tools, Filler, Cappers, and some Troubleshooting experience Responsibility: Responsible for maintaining safe and efficient line operation.

Must care for and preserve high quality of all equipment.

Must work harmoniously with others and have little direct supervision.

Exercises professionalism in dealing with all situations.

Maintains the confidentiality of Company information.

2nd shift: 2:00pm
- 10:30pm or possibly 2:30pm
- 11:00pm with flexibility for OT Permanent Position with Benefits that includes: Medical, dental , vision, 401k $35.00-$38.00/hr DOE Background/Drug Test Morton Grove, IL 60053 Please send resumes to All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.

Elite Staffing offers the following benefit programs for your participation: Medical, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Benefits, 401k Retirement Plan, and Commuter benefits.

Our hiring process may include the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in recruiting candidates.

AI may be used to collect information and grade, rank, or score your answers.

All employment decisions are made by human reviewers.

By submitting your application, you authorize Elite Staffing, Inc.

to contact you using the contact information you have provided for employment-related activities via any method, including SMS, email, and phone calls, including through the use of automated technology, AI generative voice, and pre-recorded and/or artificial voice messages.

For accommodations or to opt out of AI-assisted communication, you may unsubscribe from any SMS message and/or inform the AI technology of your request to opt out of AI-assisted communications.

All personal information provided will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy found on our website.

All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.CB3

Receiving Coordinator Conducts daily activities related to receiving materials into the warehouse, and ensuring safe and accurate storage for inventory retrieval.

Duties/Responsibilities: Receives all incoming deliveries into the warehouse and monitors the unloading process Directs material handlers in inventory placement Confirms that packing lists or other related documents match the receipts of goods and materials; verifies counts, records discrepancies and details any damaged incoming freight with corresponding report and pictures Submits completed paperwork to the Receiving Clerk for entry into the ERP system Evaluates complaints related to shipments and takes appropriate action Completes management reports, as needed Assists in other work areas, as needed, during absences/shortages of staff Required Skills/Abilities: Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Good verbal and written communication skills, with the capacity to read and interpret documents Ability to perform duties in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment Comfortable working in a team environment Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite Able to handle working on and completing projects within tight deadlines while maintaining professionalism Education and Experience: 1-2 years’ experience in a similar role High School diploma or GED required Experience with ERP systems, preferably Sage Bi-lingual Spanish a plus Monday-Friday 7am to 3:30pm $14.00-$16.00/hr DOE Mesquite, TX 75149 Please send resumes All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.

Our hiring process may include the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in recruiting candidates.

AI may be used to collect information and grade, rank, or score your answers.

All employment decisions are made by human reviewers.

By submitting your application, you authorize Elite Staffing, Inc.

to contact you using the contact information you have provided for employment-related activities via any method, including SMS, email, and phone calls, including through the use of automated technology, AI generative voice, and pre-recorded and/or artificial voice messages.

For accommodations or to opt out of AI-assisted communication, you may unsubscribe from any SMS message and/or inform the AI technology of your request to opt out of AI-assisted communications.

All personal information provided will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy found on our website.

All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.CB3

Assembly/Warehouse Worker Hot Water Machine Assembler/Bilingual Preferred This position requires the ability to read pick lists, drawings, and work instruction and be able to assemble complete machine using common hand tools and pneumatic tools.

Must also, understand detailed electrical wiring diagrams for final machine assembly.

Need to have a basic understanding of mechanics.

Candidate must be willing to gain understanding of machine operation and functional controls.

Must be able to manually control machine functions and check the functionality of all related electrical assemblies.

Must understand hand tools, air wrenches also, multimeter, wire stripping and crimping procedures.

Other duties will include the assembly of mechanical components utilizing sub-assemblies by following assembly drawings, work instructions, and other written and verbal specifications.

Duties/Responsibilities: Ability to read and understand job aids, work instructions, engineering drawings Cleans and maintains work area according to 5S program every day.

Utilizes pneumatic and hand tools to assist with building product Responsible for quality of product produced in his/her work area Material handling duties, as required kitting product and transporting materials Performs final assembly and testing of product against required specifications Keeps their supervisor apprised of issues related to daily performance Maintains discipline and a safe working environment Must be able to work overtime as required Must be willing to be cross-trained in all areas of production Must be punctual, responsible, and reliable Must be able to lift 25-30 lbs.

but up to 65 lbs.

on an occasional basis.

Required Skills/Abilities: Must possess the ability to read and understand electrical schematics/diagrams.

Must possess the ability to use hand tools and power tools.

Must maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Education and Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Electrical Assembly: 1 year Mechanical and/or Electrical: 1 year Language Ability: Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish) Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.

$16.00/hr Mon-Thurs-6:00am-4:30pm.

There is a chance of OT hours as well that could be on a Friday and Saturday(times will be announced day in advance).

Long Term Mesquite, TX 75149 Please send resumes to All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.

Our hiring process may include the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in recruiting candidates.

AI may be used to collect information and grade, rank, or score your answers.

All employment decisions are made by human reviewers.

By submitting your application, you authorize Elite Staffing, Inc.

to contact you using the contact information you have provided for employment-related activities via any method, including SMS, email, and phone calls, including through the use of automated technology, AI generative voice, and pre-recorded and/or artificial voice messages.

For accommodations or to opt out of AI-assisted communication, you may unsubscribe from any SMS message and/or inform the AI technology of your request to opt out of AI-assisted communications.

All personal information provided will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy found on our website.

All employees of Elite Staffing must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the United States.

Elite Staffing, Inc.

is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our policy of equal employment opportunity is to recruit, hire, train and promote persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap or any other protected status.CB3