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Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)

Endeavor Health

Skokie, IL 60076

New, Posted 15 hours ago
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Senior Research & Development Manager

Kraft/Heinz

Arlington Heights, IL 60004

$151,000 bonus
Hybrid~ 36 minFlexible ScheduleHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • BS/MS/PhD degree in Engineering, Materials, Chemical or Packaging Engineering preferred or related discipline.
  • Minimum 8 years of R&D; technology development and commercialization experience in packaging and project leadership experience (consumer goods, food & beverage, pharma or similar preferred).
  • Demonstrated experience managing end-to-end development projects, identifying and driving packaging technology initiatives, leading external partnerships, and coordinating cross-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated experience in people management
  • Strong technical knowledge of" materials" (polymers, barriers and additives , etc.) and" manufacturing constraints" , including converting processes (e.g., filling, labeling, molding , injection molding, extrusion blow molding, thermoforming ), bottle closure and dispensing systems .
  • Proven project management/PMO skills; experience with governance, risk management, budget management, and stakeholder reporting.
  • Expert knowledge of design of experiments and statistics; strong technical problem solving.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills; ability to influence at all levels.
  • Previous experience leading complex, multisite or global packaging or technology launches.
  • Expert knowledge of sustainable packaging solutions, material/package industry standards and regulations.
  • Experience with pilot line setups and scale-up to industrial production.
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of the time .
  • Strong technical knowledge of" materials" (polymers, barriers and additives , etc.) and" manufacturing constraints" , including converting processes (e.g., filling, labeling, molding , injection molding, extrusion blow molding ), bottle closure and dispensing systems .
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Clinical Laboratory Scientist

United States Army

Chicago, IL 60629

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Associate Director - Brand & Category Strategy

Kraft/Heinz

Chicago, IL 60629

$205,200 bonus
OnsiteFlexible ScheduleHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Analytics, Statistics, Consumer Behavior, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in category strategy, category management, category leadership, retail analytics, shopper insights, sales strategy, or related commercial functions.
  • 3+ years of experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to synthesize multiple data sources into actionable business recommendations and category roadmaps.
  • Strong understanding of retail, omnichannel commerce, category management principles, retailer strategies, and shopper behavior.
  • Experience working with syndicated data, retailer data, consumer insights, space analytics, and category performance metrics.
  • Proven success influencing senior leaders, cross-functional stakeholders, and external customer partners.
  • Exceptional communication, storytelling, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
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Environmental Science Officer

United States Army

Chicago, IL 60629

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Senior Supply Chain Planner/Buyer

Avery Dennison

Mount Prospect, IL 60056

$80,000-$110,000/yr
OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, System Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Operations Management, or Supply Chain Management.
  • At least 5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, planning, scheduling, or purchasing
  • Strong working knowledge of Supply / Demand Planning, MRP, and ERP concepts, as well as manufacturing and supply chain processes.
  • Excellent analytical skills with problem-solving capabilities, critical thinking, and negotiation skills.
  • Proactive and collaborative working style with excellent verbal and written communication skills and project management abilities.
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Cost Engineering & Sourcing Strategy Analyst (On-Site)

Ace Hardware Corporation

Oak Brook, IL 60523

$88,400-$110,700/yr
~ 27 min OnsiteChildcare AssistanceEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Bachelor's degree or graduate degree preferred
  • Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years' prior work experience, ideally in Manufacturing, engineering, commodity trading, sourcing, analytics, forecasting, merchandising, product design, category management, consulting, project management
  • Prior exposure to manufacturing, sourcing, product development desired
  • Able to interpret complex, large volume and sometimes contradictory data to develop fact-backed insights and strategies
  • Demonstrated analytic abilities with an emphasis on critical thinking, root cause analysis, and problem solving required
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in a cross functional team setting to share insights, co-create outputs and iterate with speed
  • Demonstrated self-starter and ability to semi-independently run analysis to drive to answers
  • Clear, proactive and collaborative communicator
  • Can tactfully address issues with internal and external business partners
  • Demonstrates poise, composure, presence, communication skills and an understanding of key data drivers to establish rapport and respect with negotiation partners
  • Experience developing creative solutions that provide win-win outcomes in difficult or ambiguous situations
  • Skilled in coordinating timelines and project managing across multiple simultaneous projects
  • Possess a positive attitude with a bias towards action
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
  • Intermediate to advanced Excel skills with a passion for discovering answers and insights
  • Preferably has previous experience using reporting tools such as Alteryx and Power BI
  • Experience with sourcing software (Coupa, Jaggaer, etc) a plus
  • WORK AUTHORIZATION: This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
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Executive Director - ProAmpac Employee Assistance Fund (PEAF)

ProAmpac

Chicago, IL 60604

Requires TravelUrgently Hiring

  • Proven experience managing charitable programs, foundation grants, or corporate employee assistance funds (required).
  • Travel: Ability to travel 20–25% to various corporate and manufacturing locations to promote fund awareness and build community relationships.
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Program Lead, TechLeaders Exchange (Hybrid)

Institute of International Education

Chicago, IL 60601

HybridUrgently HiringEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

  • Requires a Bachelor's degree and at least five years of related work experience, or combination education and experience.
  • 5-7 years of experience in exchange program implementation, preferably in workforce development or professional exchange is ideal.
  • Experience with U.S. government programs preferrable.
  • Experience developing partnerships, private sector partnerships preferrable.
  • Subject matter expertise in STEM-ecosystem program implementation.
  • Experience in managing programs in the areas of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Space Technology, Biotechnology/Health Technology, Supply Chain/Cold Chain Technology, or Agricultural Technology (AgriTech) welcome.
  • Ability to manage a large volume of work under severe time constraints and pressures, while demonstrating creativity and suggesting innovative yet practical solutions to new challenges.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, superior writing and editing skills, and a thorough knowledge of the English language.
  • Must exhibit maturity, be comfortable interacting with a range of internal and external stakeholders, including the program sponsor, and have the ability to use diplomacy in difficult situations.
  • Experience with monitoring and managing project budgets and financial literacy required.
  • Experience working with logistical arrangements, program content development, and facilitation of group training or events.
  • Comfortable with extensive public speaking.
  • Strong program management skills, including the ability to prioritize successfully meet deadlines and provide high-quality deliverables in complex situations.
  • Passion for supporting STEM initiatives, global education, exchange, and training, and/or emerging STEM technologies highly encouraged.
  • Salary-related: Hiring Range: $77,623 - $101,244. A candidate's starting salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, job-related knowledge, skills, abilities, internal organizational equity, and geographic region.
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Director of Solar Outreach and Market Strategy (Remote -Illinois, US)

Energy Solutions

Chicago, IL 60603

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