Current Openings

ESC is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to work in a fast-paced corporate setting to provide assistance during a financial transformation and testing period, starting as soon as possible and working through November 2019, with a strong possibility of continued extension.  The A/P Specialist will be responsible for processing invoices into Oracle Financial system and workflow archive.   He/she will then route invoices to appropriate personnel for approval and account coding.  He/she will also help with processing and auditing travel expenses.   Ideal candidates will be high energy, engaged individuals who are proficient in keying data, with excellent attention to detail. 

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• ADMINISTER TRANSACTIONS
• Maintain daily organization of transactions and paperwork, which may include routing invoices for proper approvals
• Accurately enter transactions into system
• Responsible for payment and reconciliation processes
• BUILD AND MAINTAIN BUSINESS PARTNER RELATIONSHIPS
• Work closely with Finance/Finance management team and internal/external vendors and maintain positive business working relationships with all parties
• May assist with managing vendor accounts and driving forward vendor resolution
• Capable of seeking and implementing standard and alternative solutions to problems
• Interact and communicate effectively and proactively with departments and vendors through correspondence

QUALIFICATIONS:

• REQUIRED
• Previous AP Experience
• Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with others
• Strong analytical and financial skills to evaluate data
• Ability to collaborate and work cross functionally
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• PREFERRED
• Previous experience in Finance

Our client, a manufacturer of paper packaging solutions, has opened a brand-new plant in Cottage Grove, MN and they are looking to hire an Administrative Assistant to help support the Plant Manager, General Manager and Human Resources Coordinator with administrative tasks and special projects. We are seeking an individual that has great communication skills, strong computer skills with Microsoft Office and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. This position is a contract role that will start on Monday November 18^th and run through the middle of January 2020. Hours will be 7:45am – 5:00pm Monday – Friday.

Daily Responsibilities:

• Answer and direct phone calls and provide general support to visitors. 
• Receive, sort and distribute the mail
• Carry out administrative duties such as filing, copying, scanning etc.
• Maintain supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies
• Recruiting efforts – Run and manage job ads, screen applicants, set up interviews, applicant testing. etc.
• Manage the LMS process – Train Keith Kuter to take over
• Manage attendance line and timely notification to managers
• Organize and schedule meetings and/or appointments as needed
• Generate and/or assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports
• Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner
• Company Function & Holiday party planning and organizing
• Keep front office (lobby and conference room) & lunchroom clean and organized
• Run missed punch report and notify HR Generalist of corrections needed
• Process PTO forms.  Ensure they are filled out accurately. 
• Update Vacation calendar and return approved vacation form to employee
• Make all travel arrangements (Airline/Car Rental etc.) for employees and visitors
• Manage North Star HR inbox.  Forward all applicants to HR Generalist for review and schedule Interviews as needed.
• Fastenal Machine – set up new employees for access -
• Security Badge – set up new employees for access

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of previous experience in an administrative support/front desk role
• Outgoing personality with the willingness to help others
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of MS Office, Power Point, Word, and Excel required
• Must enjoy a fast-paced environment with moving targets and changing priorities
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Join ESC’s growing team onsite at our premier ecommerce client in Seattle as an Advertising Operations Account Manager.  The Ad Operations Account Manager will work on Display campaigns, working with clients to help optimize deliver and performance.  H/she will also provide creative moderation billing support and client reporting support.

Required Skills

• Bachelors’ degree in Marketing, Advertising, or Business preferred
• 2+ years in Digital Advertising (search and display)
• 2+ years in Programmatic Advertising, basic proficiency
• 2+ years in Ad Operations
• Skilled in working with clients to optimize deliver and performance

Preferred skills

• Experience with Doubleclick (XSM, DFP), AdJuster, Salesforce.com
• Experience with design and/or client support and/or creative teams.

Our client a manufacturer of signs and safety equipment is adding to its team and seeking a AutoCAD/Dimensional Designer. This role is based in Milwaukee, WI and is responsible for defining the technical specifications/requirements of an Engineered to Order (ETO) product, which will be variants of existing products. Qualified candidates will have experience with AutoCAD & SolidWorks. This dynamic role involves team interactions and collaboration with many different teams including manufacturing, marketing, purchasing, quality and sales teams.

This is a full-time position that provides a pay rate based on experience and includes Health Insurance, Dental, FSA, Wellness Plan, Life Insurance, Short- and long-term disability, 401K Retirement Savings, 401K Profit Sharing Bonus, Paid Holidays, Vacation Pay, Personal Time Off and Tuition Reimbursement upon conversion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Researches the technical requirements of each order.
• Prepares sketches, 2D AutoCAD mechanical drawings and 3D models using SolidWorks of components, assemblies, and systems using accepted ANSI drafting standards.
• Identifies and verifies proper specifications, dimensions, and tolerances for all components and assemblies.
• Creates structured BOMs and enter & manage item data in the MRP database.
• Follows all safety policies and procedures.
• Performs other projects and responsibilities as assigned by Engineering Director.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Mechanical Design or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years' experience designing and drafting products using SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Prior experience working in a team-based environment with strong communication and interpersonal skills to work with different internal stakeholders.
• Knowledge and experience reading and understanding schematics.

• Understanding the properties & production processes of materials such as sheet metal, plastic, aluminum, steel, etc.
• 3D CAD program (SolidWorks)
• 2D CAD program (AutoCAD)
• MS Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only a limited standardization exists.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

ESC is seeking a Business Analyst consultant who will support the project management team at our premier client in Menomonee Falls.   

Job Responsibilities

• Process project change requests including budget changes
• Identify opportunities to use systems to improve business performance
• Project auditing for SOX approvals, budget and scope
• Process documentation, compliance and reporting activities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2 years previous experience
• Working knowledge of project management software, preferably Oracle PPM

Our employee-owned client in Milwaukee has an exciting opportunity available for a Business Development leader with experience in the municipal space to join their growing team. Responsibilities would include project engineering and management activities such as making fluent presentations, negotiating contracts and leading client development activities. Another key will be ability to have project oversight including setting priorities and developing objectives, project financial management, as well as hands-on involvement in the design process. This position is based in Milwaukee, is full time, includes a comprehensive benefit plan and comes with a salary in the $65-90k salary range with quarterly bonuses available.

In order to be considered for this position, candidates must possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Urban Planning or Architecture.
• Experience developing and maintaining a technical market for business development, along with selling technical services to Municipalities, Government Agencies, Transportation Departments, Water Management Districts, and Water Utilities in WI.
• Success in business development including creation of strategic business plans, marketing activities, client development, presentation experience and proposal development.
• Technical project management experience is desired.
• Professional PE or Architecture license highly preferred.

Career Change – Become an ESC Recruiter

Educated Solutions Corp. (ESC) is a staffing firm based in Brookfield, WI that originated in 1997.  We offer contract, contract for hire and direct placement services, as well as consulting for all things recruiting, hiring, and staffing.  We do NOT specialize, we instead use our strong recruiting model to hire “everything” in the way of skill sets.  We are a $10M firm that is ripe for more growth.  We NEED recruiters… and will train from the ground up.

Per the above ESC has grown by hiring “good people” and while we would love to hire qualified recruiters the market is not yielding.  We have had high success in hiring career changers and training individuals to become excellent recruiters.

ESC Recruiters work with all types of people in all types of skill sets.  The goal of the recruiter position is to find individuals seeking new opportunities, screen for qualifications, and place them into contract and full time roles across the nation, primarily in the Midwest.  We gain applicants, but this delivers only a limited amount of our candidate pool.  Sourcing through our internal system and using a variety of online resources is how we find candidates, but then screening takes strong COMMUICATION skills.  We also have a variety of online testing tools which we use to determine if candidates are qualified to take on specific roles for ESC.  Beyond finding and screening candidates recruiters also maintain our contract staff, keeping them happy, by assuring their daily work and career path is strong.  This is truly a “people person” role, AND one that takes a great phone presence.

Although we are open to any discipline we have found success in these professional career changers:

• Teachers
• Social Workers
• Trainers
• Sales Professionals
• Project Managers
• Technologists and Engineers that would rather deal with people than machines

(Noting all of these professions require great communication skills.)

Here are the qualifications and targets for this role:

• Bachelor’s degree is a MUST and is preferred to have been received between 2010 and 2017
• Exemplary Communications skills.
• Strong technology skills – Navigating job sites, ATS, ability to revise resumes, write candidate profiles and a type while you talk mentality… fast and efficient.
• Independence – the ability to self-start and motivate yourself to work hard every day for as long as you need to get your job done.
• Sales mentality – having the ability to sell candidates on the positive aspects of companies and jobs.
• High Common Sense – the ability to deal with situations on the fly and juggle multiple things at once… all resulting in high success.
• Likeability – it’s a people job and if you represent ESC you need people at all levels to like you and desire to work with you daily.
• Attention to Detail – emails, resumes, profiles - high quality and flawless – it’s on you to do what your candidates can not.
• Trainability – we NEED you to be open to doing things the ESC way and always striving to get better.

More detail:

Training - To get our Career Changers where they need to be it takes time… about 7 months.  We do intense 1on1 training for 4 weeks and then expect 6 months of on the job training.  After these 7 months “wherever, whenever and however” comes into play… just get the job done. 

Flexibility - ESC was built on a “Work From Home” model.  You CAN do this job with a laptop, internet access, access to job sites and a smartphone.  ESC provides them all.  To begin we do ask that individuals learn the ESC way and this takes exposure, in office, to our experienced staff.  However, upon successful completion of training Recruiters are able to work from home with a productivity first model.  In essence, if you produce quality candidates for ESC roles you can work whenever and wherever you choose.  It should be noted that you will need to meet candidates and will use our offices to do so.  This amounts to a few days, based on your schedule, in the office each week.  ESC’s office space is located in Brookfield, but we do have plans to open offices in IL and Madison WI soon.  ESC offers the highest flexibility and work life balance of any staffing entity.

Compensation - We start all new hires with a salary+draw+commission compensation plan.  This is a salaried role as “punch a time clock – hourly” is NOT how we operate.  The flexibility needs to work both ways and sometimes an off hour interview is required.  Again, whatever it takes.  Starting salary is based on past compensation history, total years, and type of past work experience. ESC offers a full benefits package, 401K, and profit sharing.

Career Path - The career path of this Career Changer role is to become a Recruiter/Account Manager for ESC.  Once trained as a successful ESC Recruiter we want all recruiters to manage accounts.  The craziest fact about ESC is that we don’t have a true sales force.  We deliver quality staffing services that have allowed us to grow through building existing accounts and referrals that earn us new business.  Every experienced team member acts as both a Recruiter and an Account Manager.  If you have the right drive, sense of urgency, strong problem solving skills and VERY, VERY good communication skills we feel we can make you into a successful Recruiter/Account Manager.      

Fork Clamp Truck Driver: (1^st & 2^nd Shift Roles Available)

Our client in Cottage Grove, MN is looking to hire experienced Clamp Truck Drivers. A manufacturer of paper packaging solutions will soon be opening operations in Cottage Grove, MN. They are seeking experienced Fork Clamp Truck and Forklift Drivers at all levels, 1st and 2nd shift, to take on the exciting opportunity to get in on the ground floor of opening new business in the world of corrugated cardboard manufacturing.

We are seeking employees who can begin on September 24th, and complete training for approximately 4 weeks in Cottage Grove, MN. Pay for this initial role is $15.50 per hour for 1^st shift and $16.00 per hour for 2^nd shift. You will be guaranteed 40 hours every week and training is 100% paid.  Once the MN plant opens in October, training will continue, and skills will be gained to operate in a variety of production roles.  Each advanced role, once successfully mastered, comes with pay increase steps ($.50/hour) that delivers $19+ per hour within a 2-year career path.  The initial role is a contract-to-hire role that will deliver a complete benefits package (including 401-k) once you are hired on permanently. All candidates must be able to pass a drug screen before they are hired.

Job Responsibilities:

• Unload, tag, receive and store roll stock in warehouse.
• Perform safety inspection on containers to be unloaded, ensure container is locked in place, brakes are set, and dock plates are properly deployed.
• Perform OSHA required pre-shift checklist and report any issues to Maintenance.
• Maintain a clean machine and Work Area.
• If rolls are damaged, assist Operators in peeling rolls.
• Clean and reorganize warehouse as needed to ensure a clean and safe work area and the proper rotation of stock
• If a roll is damaged Clamp Operator should assist in peel down of damaged roll.
• Work with Scheduler/Roll Room Manager to ensure the paper required for upcoming schedule is in the warehouse.
• Ensure that outside of receiving docks are clean and clear of debris, ice or snow (contact maintenance for assistance).
• Complete all required receiving and inspection paperwork.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of Fork Clamp Truck Driving experience
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Enjoys working within a team setting

CNC GUN DRILL OPERATOR

ESC has partnered with a world class manufacturer of die cast dies, plastic injection molds and forging dies for the automotive, medical, consumer goods, and aerospace industries in search of experienced 1^st and 2^nd shift CNC Gun Drill Operators.  Competitive starting salaries with advancement opportunities as soon as 4 months for high performers on 2^nd shift.  In this role you will produce machined parts by setting up and operating two types of CNC Gun Drills (Tarus GNF3007-1 and UNISIG M1126-1) machines.  You will  apply previous or OJT knowledge of machine shop practices, tool setup, and operating techniques to gun drill various parts and components.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and interpret 3D CAD models, blueprints, planning sheets, sketches, and related technical data to determine tooling requirements, setup procedures, control settings, and machining methods and sequences
• Set up gun drilling machine with setup blocks, fixtures, clamps or any other necessary devises to receive and hold parts/components for gun drilling operation
• Load and unload parts/components from gun drilling machine using overhead hoist/crane
• Calculate and set machine controls to position work piece in relationship to spindle and to regulate factors, such as cutting depth, speed, feed and collate oil flow
• Enter program commands in machine controller or retrieves preprogrammed commands
• Start machine and monitor displays and machine operations to detect malfunctions
• Stop machine to change cutting tools and setup according to required machining sequences or to measure parts for conformance to blueprint specifications, using precision measuring instruments
• Operate machine manually to perform non-automated functions and when automatic programming is faulty or machine malfunctions
• Enter commands or manually adjust machine controls to correct malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining
• Communicate with co-workers and Plant manager to receive instructions and coordinate activities
• May recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product, and may suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of the machine, shop, or department
• Clean worktable of chips and gun drill oil when necessary

QUALIFICATIONS

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 required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, if the company can do so without undue hardship.

EXPERIENCE

Requires a minimum of 3-5 years of any of the following: trade school, vocational education, work experience, OJT, or apprenticeship.

CNC Machine Set-up/Operator

ESC has partnered with a leading, one-source contract manufacturer of plastic and metal parts, components and assemblies, based out of Menomonee Falls in search of a CNC Machine Set-up Person.  This is a 1^st shift role with hours that are flexible between 5am-3pm.  Candidates will be expected to set-up and operate CNC machines using work orders, blueprints, necessary fixtures and tooling. They will also perform inspection as required by the quality department and ensure production is run on the CNC equipment in a reasonable and timely manner.

This opportunity offers a competitive wage in the range of $24-26/hr and comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and 401(k) with Employer match up to 4%.  You will be joining a family owned and team-orientated company that wants our employees to be successful and to grow from within.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Determine requirements from work order blueprints and other custom supplied data
• Maintain an appropriate set-up ensuring both productivity, quality, and optimum cycle time
• Run test program
• Have first piece approved by quality department.
• Inspect parts per print specifications and inspection intervals determined by the Quality department.
• Continually look for ways to improve on machining and set-up of job with Engineering Dept
• Perform visual inspection at all times
• Attend company courses and assist on project teams when asked
• Completion and update of job specific set-up documentation

Education and Experience

• Minimum 2-4 years machining experience and blueprint reading. Some programming knowledge a bonus.
• Must be capable of reading and understanding requirements on work orders.
• Prior experience with Shoda routers, CNC routers, CNC milling machines, CNC lathes, or CNC Saws
• Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds

CNC Machinists (1^st and 2^nd shift)

ESC has partnered with a world class manufacturer of die cast dies, plastic injection molds and forging dies for the automotive, medical, consumer goods, and aerospace industries in search of 1^st and 2^nd shift CNC Machinists of all skill levels.  Competitive starting salaries with advancement opportunities as soon as 4 months for high performers on 2^nd shift.  In this role you will produce machined parts by setting up and operating computer numerical control (CNC) machines and machining centers to fabricate metallic, nonmetallic, and plastic parts by performing the following duties.

• Set up and operate CNC machines or machining centers to perform various machine functions such as cutting, drilling, milling, reaming, boring, turning, and broaching of metallic and nonmetallic workpieces.
• Work from blueprints to define and code tooling, fixturing, and machine arrangements.
• Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines as necessary to machine parts as required.
• Recommend tooling applications and operational sequences to assist in developing practical programming for new and unusual machining requirements.
• Verifies conformance of finished work piece to drawing specifications.

Qualifications

• (Experienced/Senior) - 5+ years’ experience and/or training; using/programming CNC Machines.
• (Limited) – 6 months experience and/or training; using/programming CNC Machines.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints.
• Ability to regularly lift or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs.

Preferred but not Required (Each skill below comes with opportunity for higher pay)

• Experience with programming Fanuc controls
• Experience with programming Mori Seiki controls.

• Experience with PowerMill, SurfCam, or MasterCam software
• Experience with 5-axis

Our Watertown based client is seeking an experienced Assembler to configure, repair and test products, such as coin and currency processing equipment, as well as troubleshoot and repair cash dispensing and sorting equipment. 

Essential Job Functions

• Perform fitting and aligning to ensure free action of moveable parts and operating requirements.
• Complete diagnostics and repairs of high end products according to quality standards and schedule.
• Tear down, rebuild, configure, and test new and used units.
• Utilize precision measuring devices to include gauging devices and electrical testing devices.
• Maintain inventory accuracy.
• Assist with special project implementation.
• Advise quality department of technical training and product issues as they arise.
• Provide recommendations for improving the service, reliability, and performance of our equipment.
• Gather and record machine information at regular intervals to monitor performance.
• Support ISO 9001, ISO 14001 activities.
• Lift, place, transport, and assemble component parts and equipment.
• Work from Manufacturing work instructions, care points, assembly drawings, wiring diagrams and other specifications.
• Perform other activities as required

Education & Work Experience:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) with a minimum of 0 - 6 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Associate’s Degree in Electronics or other related field preferred.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 45 lbs..
• Be fully trained on 3 qualifying products during the first twelve months of employment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Highly self-motivated with keen attention to detail
• Ability to perform independently or within a team
• Strong PC, network and application skills
• Problem solving skills
• Must have experience or ability to learn Microsoft office, Outlook email, TS tools, and any other technical software

Join ESC’s growing team onsite at their premier Seattle-based client as a Creative Copywriter.  You will be part of a team working on an exciting project to enrich the smart speaker experience through the creation of creative and compelling content.   The Creative Copywriter must be/have:

• An innovator, since you will be expected to create solutions for exciting and ambitious ideas for which no interaction paradigm currently exists.
• Extremely proactive, because you will regularly find yourself in uncharted territory where the key to your success will be to get ahead of the curve.
• A collaborator, and will be working side-by-side with product managers, voice and graphical user interface designers, marketing managers, and engineers to bring your content to life.
• A pragmatic visionary who can translate business needs into a leading-edge, customer-focused solutions.
• First-class written and verbal communication skills that you use to create, edit, and provide QA for delightful, engaging, and witty content.
• Able to juggle multiple projects and priorities with high attention to detail in a fast-moving environment.

The ideal candidate will be geeky, knowledgeable, with a well-expressed sense of humor; will be innovative, internally motivated, self-directed, and willing to help develop top-notch content on a deadline to achieve business objectives.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, journalism, marketing, communications, or a related field, with 3+ years of professional experience
• Demonstrable experience creating customer-facing content, such as copywriting and editing
• Portfolio of content that includes humorous, creative content
• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Experience in entertainment industry
• Self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment
• Proficient using CMS tools and other content creation tools
• Native level proficiency in English

Preferred Skills:

• Strong creative and conceptual thinker
• Recent experience with voice or multimodal speech interfaces
• Background in script writing, creative writing, or game design is a plus
• Personal initiative, flexibility, intellectual curiosity

Our premier client, a leading internet retailer of loading, hauling and transport equipment and one of Internet Retailer’s top 500 companies, is looking for a high-energy, Customer Service Professional to join their growing team.  They are a fast-paced and high-growth potential organization, offering a fun working environment and a competitive, total compensation package. They boast a newly opened, state-of-the-art facility in Germantown and upon permanent conversion, their benefits include your choice of Medical, Dental and Vision plans, Paid Vacation and a 401k plan.

The Customer Service Representative fields incoming calls and emails from ecommerce customers to provide product information, fulfill order requests, provide order status updates or provide general customer assistance.  In addition, he/she may also maintain “Live Chat” correspondence with customers as required.  A successful candidate will have a strong sales/customer service background; with the ability to multi-task, solve problems and add value. The typical workday involves fast-paced phone work assisting our customers to make the best buying choices.

Required Skills:

• Strong listening, written and verbal communication, and selling skills
• Solid Internet knowledge, email, and excellent PC skills
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Must have the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, with good time management and follow-through skills
• Good instinct for customer needs
• Must be reliable, energetic, motivated, enthusiastic, and ethical

Preferred Skills:

• Strong mechanical aptitude is a plus
• Previous outbound calling experience
• French or Spanish speaking
• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field

ESC has an exciting opportunity for a Digital Experience Project Manager for a one-year contract engagement with our premier healthcare client.  The Digital Experience PM is responsible for the intake, prioritization and execution of the digital department’s projects.  He/she coordinates pending digital projects and assigns to field staff, while serving as a local customer service agent and confirmation specialist for completed orders. 

Major Responsibilities         

• Monitors ongoing project scope, identifies risk, tracks budgets, adjusts task-level schedules, defines requirements, communicates status, solves problems, and provides positive team leadership in a collaborative work environment.
• Collaborates with leadership in defining goals and objectives, prepares and presents proposals and establishes budgets and timelines.
• Assists in the design, development and deployment of digital marketing projects, including custom software, web sites, email campaigns, social pages, etc., from conception to completion.
• Works with eBusiness team leaders to create solutions that meet their needs regarding digital consumer experience projects.
• Develops and maintains excellent relationships with internal and external partners, vendors and contractors, and industry professionals.
• Provides post implementation tracking for projects to ensure the expected benefits are obtained and that key insights are captured and incorporated into future projects and processes.
• Performs research and analysis into industry trends, technology solutions, development applications, and other topics as needed.

Required Skills:                                                                         

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Marketing.                                                                     
• 3+ years of experience in digital marketing including project management                                           
• Knowledge of CMS project management, custom software development project management, quality assurance processes, Agile software development methodologies, Agile project management methodologies, and business requirements documentation.
• Knowledge of the software development lifecycle, defect management tools, and user experience design concepts.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate/collaborate effectively with all levels of employees, management, and external partners.
• Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office Suite or similar products
• Excellent project management skills, demonstrated success managing complex projects from start to finish, and working effectively across internal functional teams and external vendor relationships.                                                                     

The E-Rate Coordinator/Specialist provides coordination of E-Rate opportunities/leads between the applicable Sales Team and/or assigned Partner. Such coordination may include: request for partnership, coordination of pricing request/registration and BOM, and request for status updates. The E-Rate Coordinator maximizes company revenue and profit by working with the applicable Sales Team and/or assigned Partner to coordinate joint responses and bring in the associated Purchase Order.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Manages leads process to provide leads to applicable Sales Team.
• Provide Seller information to leverage partner specific program and liaise with the OEM on appropriate opportunities
• Coordinate tasks among account managers, systems engineers, field reps, vendors, service partners etc. throughout the opportunity
• Provide applicable Partner with opportunity updates throughout process
• Provide lead process progress reports to E-Rate Program Team

Coordinate Qualified Lead Generation & Reporting:

• Provide qualified leads to appropriate Seller and determine partnership status
• Create master doc of all leads and status for reporting
• Manage partnership coordination for pricing, BOMs, and response
• Turn won opportunities into Revenue:
• Work with Sales Team on won proposals to determine customer purchase plan.
• Assist with any partner coordination necessary to complete purchase.
• Communicate Effectively:
• Track and maintain communications among all team members (local and remote employees, and teammates), manage and distribute assignments provided via collaborative tools such as calendars, task lists, as necessary.
• Coordinates all necessary partnership communication such as pricing, BOM, etc
• Follows up and provides feedback to account managers, sales managers and directors regarding new and current opportunities.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Ensure continued communication post-award.
• Attend department-sponsored and other training programs as necessary.
• Complete projects assigned from time to time.
• When required, attend industry days or pre-proposal functions.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree or (4 years sales experience)
• 1+ year(s) sales
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Other Required Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and Outlook
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
• Must be able to communicate effectively and in a constructive manner with management, peers and other coworkers

Preferred Qualifications

• General IT product, contract and customer knowledge
• Knowledge of Google docs
• Strong attention to detail and follow-up
• Deadline focused and ability to work under time constraints
• Working knowledge of purchasing requirements

Electrical Maintenance Technician: (1st, 2nd & 3rd Shift Roles Available)

Our client in Cottage Grove, MN is looking to hire experienced Electrical Maintenance Technicians. A manufacturer of paper packaging solutions has just opened it's operations Cottage Grove, MN. They are seeking experienced Electrical Maintenance Technicians at all levels, 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift, to take on the exciting opportunity to get in on the ground floor of opening new business in the world of corrugated cardboard manufacturing.

They are seeking employees who can begin as soon as possible, and complete training for approximately 4 weeks. Future training will also be provided on an on-going basis. Pay for this role is going to be based on existing skills, experience and company match. This is a direct hire role with a strong starting hourly rate, benefits package and great quality of life.

Shift Hours: We currently have an opening for each shift, but 3rd shift is going to be the priority. There will be some weekend work involved to complete inventory, preventative maintenance programs and when large customer orders arrive.

1st Shift: 8:00am - 4:00pm

2nd Shift: 4:00pm - Midnight

3rd Shift: Midnight - 8:00am

Job Responsibilities: Electrical Maintenance Technician

• Repair/replace relays, versatile with Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) equipment, printed circuit boards, and circuit control devices
• Perform electrical troubleshooting on; AC & DC motor drives (solid state and electro-mechanical), distribution panels, motor controls, solenoids, relays, PLC, and other related devices
• Perform troubleshooting of electrical refrigeration equipment, locating and repairing electrical malfunction(s) this does not include system charging or reclamation
• Perform troubleshooting on pneumatic and hydraulic systems
• Perform building instrumentation system repairs, repairs are made following strict National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements
• Perform troubleshooting of material handling equipment, loading dock apparatus, and mechanical conveying equipment
• Perform and repair of plant lighting and ancillary electrical equipment systems
• Install conduit and cabling with strict adherence to NEC system requirements
• The ability to size wiring, starters, transformers, and over/under current protection with adherence to NEC and any local or state regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of Electro-Mechanical Automation System Installation & Troubleshooting Experience.
• An operational knowledge of automated industrial machinery which includes; motors, servos, pumps, drives, relays, 3 phase power, communication devices, industrial / electronic controls and power transmission systems.
• A state of Minnesota 2B Boiler License.
• A good understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• A strong PLC trouble shooting and problem-solving ability with practical, mechanical & electrical aptitude.
• Must be able to read and interpret both electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Must be fully computer literate with Microsoft environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a mature and professional manner.
• Ability to work various shifts / overtime / days per week.
• Corrugated background is a plus, but not required

Our client, a manufacturer of custom packaging machines and products is looking to grow their staff by adding a Quality Inspector to their packaging production team.  This role is entry level into the packaging business and will deliver full training to learn the world of plastic packaging.  This position is located in Sussex, WI, is FULL TIME offering a great benefit plan and pays $14 per hour with voluntary overtime that could amount to total pay of over $35K per year.

This client manufactures packaging machines and all the packaging related equipment to accompany these machines (if you have ever received a package all the other “stuff” in that package is what this client produces… and what this job inspects).  The custom nature of this packaging (plastic bags) includes the printing of logos and commercial graphics.  The Quality Inspector makes sure the finalized product maintains standards and adheres to the quality desired by each client…. And clients include Amazon, Kohls, Target and many other big name retailers.  

The key to success in this role is a strong eye for detail and the desire to always improve process and quality for each job.  There is a set-up team that creates each custom job, state of the art machines run the job and the Quality Inspector assures the job is delivered to client satisfaction.

If interested in this role you should definitely possess:

• High attention to detail and reporting skills.
• Ability to monitor both fast paced and slow paced jobs.
• Ability to stand and walk for the majority of your 8 hour shift.
• Desire for a career, not just a job, as all employees cross train with all types of machines and other departments.
• Ability to maintain standard production rates and low waste meeting all stated customer requirements.
• The care for quality!

This is an entry level role that can be done by almost anyone – WE WILL TRAIN YOU - and will lead to a career in packaging with a great company.

Field Service Technician

Our client a manufacturer of signs and safety equipment is adding to its team and seeking a Field Service Technician. This role is based in Milwaukee, WI and is responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining electronic and electromechanical devices; mostly related to parking control, CCTV/security, access control and their management systems.

This is a full-time position that provides a pay rate from $20-$25+/hr. based on experience and includes Health Insurance, Dental, FSA, Wellness Plan, Life Insurance, Short- and long-term disability, 401K Retirement Savings, 401K Profit Sharing Bonus, Paid Holidays, Vacation Pay, Personal Time Off and Tuition Reimbursement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs installation, maintenance and repairs to a wide variety of electronic, electromechanical, security, computer systems, communication, network and other systems, equipment & cabling.
• Safely operates related tools and equipment; troubleshoots and repairs tools and equipment
• Diagnose electronic failures to the board level; interprets electrical codes and regulations; maintains accurate records and prepare reports.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, contractors, and customers.
• Implements and manages software and firmware changes.
• Installs new software and hardware onto various devices such as PCs, servers and proprietary hardware.
• Manages and accounts for all cash, coins and tickets handled in the course of work inside cash handling machines.
• Follow and maintain PCI compliance within credit card processing systems

Qualifications

• Associates or bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Computer networking or some other related field.
• 2+ years of experience installing, troubleshooting, repairing and upgrading security equipment including but not limited to computer systems, communication systems, networks, CCTV and system-wide hardware/software upgrades.
• Needs to be comfortable with some overnight travel to local customers in surrounding states.

Forklift Driver: (2^nd Shift Roles Available)

Our client in Cottage Grove, MN is looking to hire experienced Forklift Drivers. A manufacturer of paper packaging solutions just opened operations in Cottage Grove, MN. They are seeking experienced 2nd shift Fork Clamp Truck and Forklift Drivers at all levels, to take on the exciting opportunity to get in on the ground floor of opening new business in the world of corrugated cardboard manufacturing.

We are seeking employees who can begin as soon as possible, and complete training for approximately 4 weeks in Cottage Grove, MN. Pay for this initial role is $16.00 per hour for 2^nd shift. You will be guaranteed 40 hours every week and training is 100% paid.  Additional training will be provided, and skills will be gained to operate in a variety of production roles.  Each advanced role, once successfully mastered, comes with pay increase steps ($.50/hour) that delivers $19+ per hour within a 2-year career path.  The initial role is a contract-to-hire role that will deliver a complete benefits package (including 401-k) once you are hired on permanently. All candidates must be able to pass a drug screen before they are hired.

Job Responsibilities: Fork Lift Driver – Shipping Loader

• At the beginning of the shift. Meet with crew to discuss upcoming shift and other topics related to work performance.
• Shipping loader will focus on using forklift to load product into trailers. Making sure all units are scanned to trailer, each load is stable and trailer space is maximized.
• Loaders will keep up with pace of machine/conveyors.
• Shipping loader will stage units when necessary. Making sure all units are staged and scanned to proper location.
• Responsible for stacking Units neatly and safely in designated storage areas.
• Vehicles will be driven responsibly and under control always.
• When needed, help the dry end correct mistakes in tagging.
• When needed on the dry end to help keep the line moving, pick up messes, help with rework.
• Preventative weekly maintenance will include cleaning out conveyor lines, sweeping shipping area and wiping down forklifts.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of Forklift Driving experience in a warehouse, shipping or manufacturing setting.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Enjoys working within a team setting

Summary:

We are actively seeking an Image Production Specialist (image processor) with digital retouching experience for our Madison-based client. This mid-level position is a great opportunity for someone who is visually precise, detail oriented, computer savvy, and deadline driven, looking for a fast-paced, friendly work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Retouch and color correct high-end product imagery for web use
• Collaborate with other stakeholders to ensure content is fresh and on-brand
• Retrieve and deliver digital assets using our internal systems
• Maintain production of a high volume of images at a high standard of quality
• Basic video editing

Basic Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience using Adobe Photoshop CS or CC, with strong understanding of actions, layer masking, adjustment layers, clone and healing tools, history brush, etc.
• Understanding of the Mac operating system.
• Understanding of color management and the web color space.
• 40 hour work week, with availability on weekends.

Please provide a link to a current portfolio on your submitted resume.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exceptional visual skills with a strong understanding of light and shadow, composition, naturalistic skin retouch, etc.
• Excellent time management skills, and the ability to adapt working style to meet workflow requirements.
• Ability to manage projects independently with limited error.
• Background in photography or art.
• Experience working in a high volume imaging environment.
• Self-driven leader who works well with others.
• Associates and/or bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required.

Summary:

Our client, a reputable commercial interiors firm is seeking to fill an immediate full-time position of furniture installer and warehouse helper. The incumbent in the role delivers, stages, knockdowns and/or install a variety of office furniture (desks, chairs, workstations, cubicles, etc.), using hand and power tools. Great care must be taken to avoid damage to the furniture as well as to the customer's existing furniture and building.  We are seeking individuals who are looking for a career, not just a job, as this is an entry level position with many opportunities for advancement.

Required Skills:

• Successful candidates must possess the following skills:
• Experience working with various hand tools and the ability and willingness to work with their hands.
• Attention to detail is very important to satisfy clients.
• Although a variety of tools are employed to make the job less strenuous, installers must be able to lift and/or move in excess of 75 pounds with ease.
• Previous installation experience is preferred but not necessary.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Must be dependable, reliable and work well with co-workers, supervisors and customers.
• Basic construction/assembly knowledge a plus; mechanically inclined and basic construction skills a plus. Wear supplied uniform shirts/jackets and adhere to company personal appearance policy.

ESC has several openings for  Lead Teacher’s with our premier corporate client’s Child Development Center (CDC).  The Lead Teacher must hold an Early Childhood I & II Certification and at least 3-months of previous professional development experience.  S/he is responsible for developing and delivering a defined learning program and curriculum for the education of children at the Child Development Centers (CDC). Responsible for an assigned number of children enrolled in a learning program - executes classroom duties including creating lesson plans, care giving and compliance with set standards. Also, provides training and mentoring to new associates.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

FOLLOW CENTER POLICIES AND PROCEDURES AND STATE LICENSING AND REGULATIONS

• Manages all the children in a given class, from ensuring safety, care, and nurturance of children at all times
• Conduct informal and formal assessments of children as needed or required
• Provides insights, feedback and recommendations on ways to improve procedural changes and improvements in the learning program and curriculum
• Ensures completion of all classroom paperwork, licensing forms are up to date and meeting all requirements and policies
• Ensures appropriate classroom learning environment that follows center philosophy and licensing rules/regulations

DEVELOPMENT AND DELIVERY OF CURRICULUM

• Develops and delivers a defined learning program and curriculum in accordance with state licensing rules and regulations, company defined educational standards and state Model of Early Learning Standards
• Mentors and assists new staff (primary or support) in best practices, policies/procedures, customer service and problem solving as needed
• May develop and present in-service learning and growth programs for staff and parents

MAINTAIN NECESSARY CERTIFICATION TO PERFORM JOB DUTIES

• Attend all staff meetings and recommended required trainings
• Meet yearly continuing education requirements
• Ensures necessary documentation around First Aid and Infant/Child CPR with AED training is met on a bi-annual basis

PROVIDE QUALITY CUSTOMER SERVICE TO OUR CUSTOMERS AT EACH INTERACTION

• Treat all of the children with dignity and respect
• Maintain confidentiality of the children and parents
• Work well with fellow associates, support teachers and supervisors to ensure the needs of the children are met
• Write notes on the Daily Connect App relaying information to the parents regarding their child’s day - charting all diaper changes, feedings and naps and any other important information
• Greet parents and children throughout the center

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

• Meet all Early Childhood Teacher requirements (ECI and ECII)
• Fundamentals of Infant/Toddler Development Certified (For Infant/Toddler Primary position)
• Multiple years of experience in Early Childhood Education (Min. requirement of 80 full days working experience in a licensed childcare facility)
• Demonstrates leadership behaviors, takes initiative
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with others
• Understand and implement developmentally appropriate practices
• If hired, Drug Screen, Health Exam and TB test required

PREFERRED

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Superior organizational and computer skills
• Curriculum development, lesson planning, and training experience 
• Customer service experience
• First Aid and Infant/Child CPR with AED training
• Shaken Baby Syndrome Certified
• Child Abuse/Neglect Certified
• Regular attendance is key to performing the job

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to lift 40lbs
• Standing, sitting, squatting, bending, twisting, walking, and moving at a fast pace
• Flexibility within hours of operation

PERKS / BENEFITS

• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401K

• Employee Discount
• Paid Holidays
• Onsite Athletic Club / Pharmacy / Medical Center / Bank / Spa
• Guaranteed 40 hour work weeks with the ability for overtime hours
• Paid lesson planning time on a weekly basis
• Inservices & renewing of certifications paid by company 
• iPad's in all classrooms

Our client, a manufacturer of custom packaging machines and products is looking to grow their staff by adding a Machine Set-up Technician to their packaging production team.  The role provides an experienced technician ample opportunities for professional growth, with a well-established company.  This position is located in Sussex, WI, seeks hours of 2:45pm – 11:00pm, is FULL TIME offering a great benefit plan and pays $15-$17 per hour with voluntary overtime.

This client manufactures packaging machines and all the packaging materials.  The custom nature of this packaging (plastic bags) includes the printing of logos and commercial graphics as well as custom bag designs.  The Set-up Technician ensures all machines are properly set for production run and adjust machines as needed throughout the production process.

The key to success in this role is being mechanically included, with the ability to lead and the to improve process and quality for each job. 

Daily Tasks:

• Performs machine set-ups and adjustments
• Efficiently plan and schedule production runs
• Communicate with quality inspectors and other set-up technicians to ensure machines are running properly
• Identify, troubleshoot and correct issues during production runs
• Prepare workstations with accurate materials and parts
• Perform quality checks after machine set up is complete
• Scan job orders into computer system and track scrap and finished product

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years’ experience performing machine set up in a manufacturing setting
• Strong mechanical aptitude and time management skills
• Ability to read and interpret job orders
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. on a daily basis

Our Menomonee Falls based Manufacturing client is currently seeking skilled CNC Machinists for 2^nd or 3^rd shift opportunities.

RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES

The CNC Machinist performs a complex series of machine operations, setup, and programming to meet precise tolerances and finishing requirements.

Essential Duties include the following:

• Set-up, check programs and operate automatic large CNC machining centers working with varying sizes of weldments and fabrications.
• Properly design, develop and edit programs as needed.
• Arrange, mount, and secure tooling.
• Mount, align, and secure holding fixtures or locate, support, and secure work pieces in absences of fixturing.
• Set stops, calibrate fixturing to appropriate reference points.
• Install program tapes and/or cards in console reader and correlate machine position with controls.
• Recommend tooling applications and operational sequences to assist in developing practical programming for new and unusual machining requirements.
• Work from detailed part drawings and specification.
• Complete inspection reports accurately.
• Use a variety of measuring instruments and properly maintain machining centers as needed.
• Maintain a clean safe work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned when production requirements dictate changes.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or GED required. Advanced education or apprenticeship preferred.

5-8 years of CNC machining operation set-up, and programming experience, preferably with large parts. Must be familiar with large heavy gauge steel fabrication machining.

Must be able to properly use measuring equipment and interpret machining requirements from custom designed blueprint readings.

Possess the ability to read and interpret customer contracts.

Operate complex machining and programming principle.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Required lifting up to 50lbs during shift.

Able to stand for an 8 hour (or more) shift and be able to handle frequent twisting and bending.

Good eyesight for visual inspection.

Our New Berlin based client is seeking an experienced Maintenance Mechanic to join their team.  The ideal candidate will maintain all facility equipment by performing preventative maintenance on equipment, inspecting and repairing all equipment, and assisting with any other special projects for continuous improvement.  In addition he/she should possess the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Must also be able to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively before employees of the organization.

Essential Job Duties:

ENSURE OPERATION OF MACHINERY AND MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT BY:

Observing all equipment to assure proper operation of all systems and find possible failures; repairing and maintaining machinery and mechanical equipment such as sewing machines, pneumatic tools, motors, production machines, HVAC units, PITs, and air compressors; performing preventive maintenance on equipment.

MANAGE EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE DATABASE BY:

Maintaining written and electronic records for every piece of equipment; logging work done and handling maintenance requests.

MAINTAIN SAFE AND CLEAN WORK ENVIRONMENT BY:

Participating on the Safety Committee; managing safety supplies; managing LOTO program; removing ice and snow from walkways; replacing light bulbs; cleaning assigned department areas. Operating all machinery in a safe and efficient manner; reporting any safety hazards to assigned supervisor or safety committee; complying with all safety and quality policies, practices and procedures; responsibility for proper tool usage and storage.

MAINTAIN QUALITY SERVICE BY:

Meeting/Exceeding all measurements of performance: quality, accuracy, timeliness, and thoroughness of work performed. 

ASSIST WITH SPECIAL PROJECTS BY:

Building workstations and structures; relocating and installing industrial equipment, and etc.

Tools and Equipment

All maintenance tools (hand and power tools); cutting equipment; meters; gauges; forklift; man lift; company van.

Education and Experience

Associates Degree from college or technical school or 3 to 5 years direct related experience or an equivalent combination.

Language Skills

Our client in Waukesha has an immediate need for a Material Handler with the ability to perform inventory control and transactions, including part number identification and organization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

·         Work with Materials/Logistics Manager to coordinate Part Order releases and Part Order Processes

·         Work with Materials/Logistics Manager to facilitate order pulls for Manufacturing Cells

·         Process Sales Order changes

·         Perform inventory control

·         Participate in the annual physical inventory count team as assigned

·         Order packaging from vendors

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Required:

·         High school diploma with two to three years related experience.

·         Valid WI Driver's License.

·         Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions.

·         Forklift certification

·         Effective verbal and written communication

·         Ability to handle parts with or without material handling equipment requiring safety and delicate handling procedures

·         Ability to work on assignments that are complex in nature.

·         Proactive in identifying methods and procedures for improving productivity, being a team player, and being able to provide guidance and training to other associates

·         Regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds with the assistance of others

Preferred:

·         Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures

·         Working knowledge of Excel

·         Understand ISO procedures

Mechanical Assembler

Our client, a major manufacturer for athletic training equipment in the Waukesha area, is seeking skilled professionals for their mechanical team. If you enjoy working in with your hands to build, tinker, and fix – This is a career you’ll love. Since last summer, production has DOUBLED – Leading to more opportunity for their employees to grow steady, reliable careers with OT available.  This role offers two shifts: 1st (6am-2:30pm) and Mid (9am - 5:30pm). Please apply to schedule an interview this week.

Job Functions

• Use common hand tools, power tools and machinery in the building of custom ordered NFL, NBA, FIFA training equipment
• Required to work with a variety of materials: steel, rubber, aluminum, brass, and electrical wiring components
• Monitor quality control through finalizing and testing finished products
• Work with a team to communicate and complete projects

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Passion to work in a hands-on environment

Perks

• Operate in a newly developed, organized, odorless, and clean production facility
• Guaranteed 40-45 hours per week - $$$$
• Monetary BONUS potential for strong work performance and consistent attendance in the first 3 months
• Working for a company that is partnered with some of the biggest revenue generating organizations in the world

ESC, in partnership with their premier ecommerce client, a leading Internet retailer of loading, hauling and transport equipment and one of Internet Retailer’s top 500 companies, is looking for an experienced Merchandising Product Category Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be the champion for our exceptional merchandise assortment in the assigned categories - ensuring that we connect the right products with the right customers through all sales channels.  You will develop and execute a powerful merchandising strategy to meet or exceed gross margin dollar goals while increasing conversion and customer satisfaction.

The team is a young, fast-paced and high growth potential organization, offering a fun working environment and a competitive, total compensation package. Benefits include your choice of Medical, Dental and Vision plans, Paid Vacation and a 401k plan.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complete Profit and Loss responsibility for the Assigned categories
• Compile and analyze information to measure the performance of assigned products via sales, contribution margin, and returns.
• Development and execution of product sales and gross margin dollars annual budgets for the Automotive and Powersports categories
• Responsible for implementing, tracking, and reporting on all price changes in assigned categories
• Applies understanding of historical performance, industry competitors, and multi-channel merchandising to make recommendations for assortment and pricing strategies to the Director of Merchandising
• Analyze past sales and trends to anticipate future product needs
• Collaborate with marketing team to translate product priorities & stories into compelling content that can be used across promotional channels for assigned product categories
• Collaborate with marketing team to improve site conversion through experience improvements in taxonomy, navigation and product presentation for assigned categories
• Collaborate with Inside Sales to develop and deliver customized training plans, materials and tools to empower our staff for assigned product categories

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (e.g., Marketing, Economics, Business Administration)
• At least 5 years of Merchandising experience in a high growth internet/retail organization
• Hands-on experience managing a large and complex product assortment.  Experience with automotive and powersports products a plus.
• Strong work ethic with an enthusiastic spirit, outgoing character and positive attitude; high degree of energy, detail-oriented, self-motivation, and flexibility
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office tools required
• Excellent written, communication and problem-solving skills
• Quantitative and curious mindset

MOLD DESIGNER/MODELER

ESC has partnered with a world class manufacturer of die cast dies, plastic injection molds and forging dies for the automotive, medical, consumer goods, and aerospace industries in search of experienced 1^st shift Mold Designer/Modelers.  Qualified candidates will possess AT LEAST 5-7 years of experience designing injection molds and high pressure aluminum die cast dies.  Start times will vary as some designers start at 5, others start at 7 so the start time will most likely be flexible, but a typical work day will be about 9 hours a day.  So someone should expect their schedule to be 5:45am-3:15pm or 7:00am-4:30pm.  Competitive starting salaries for candidates who possess a background in die cast dies and Unigraphics NX experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Use CAD software to create and document designs of Plastic Injection Molds and High Pressure Aluminum Die Cast Die tooling
• Assist in the development of conceptual, preliminary, and final designs using CAD software, modeling in 3D solid model geometry, in an organized assembly structure
• Use design best practices and Strohwig Design Standards to construct and document CAD models to meet tooling performance objectives
• Interface directly with team members to resolve any product or mold design related issues
• Develop CAD models and documentation to assist with manufacturing processes
• Collaborate with vendors for specialized services and components as required for assigned design projects
• Create Bill of Materials and necessary specifications for purchasing of components and materials
• Interface with customers to obtain necessary design approvals at required stages
• Create assembly and detailed drawings as needed

Education and Experience

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or 5-7 years related design experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years injection mold design experience
• Unigraphics NX experience preferred

Join ESC’s growing team with our Seattle client as a Physical Store Merchandiser.  The Physical Store Merchandiser will use his/her experience in physical store/space planning to perform the following tasks:

• Learn and master the planogram software tool and follow playbooks and guidelines to create planograms. This involves understanding how products for a category are displayed on shelf, and then following that logic to create the shelf in the planogram software.
• Editing playbooks and software planograms after each approval (category leader, director, and VP).
• Manage ordering, receiving, and staging products for any categories where will physically planogram. This will be followed by entering the product in the software (as detailed above).
• Identify errors in images, dimensions, or processes and work with partner teams to solve them quickly.

Required Skills

• Comfort using Excel
• Experience with using software and tools. Ability to learn tools quickly
• Experience in data analysis, process improvement, creative problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration.
• High attention to detail while moving fast and managing multiple priorities simultaneously.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in planograming or space planning
• Knowledge of planogram tools (JDA, etc)
• Visual merchandising experience

PRODUCTION ASSOCIATE

Our client is the largest North-American manufacturer of internal systems for the commercial roofing industry.  We are seeking 1^st and 2^nd shift Production Associates to add to their team.  This is a chance to be part of team that works with companies such as McDonalds, Target and Wal-Mart.  Full training will be provided as well as a forklift certification.  This role contains eligibility for all company benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, 401k, and PTO.  If you are seeking a full-time OR part-time role with a 4-day work week look no further.  Available hours are below. 

Daily Tasks:

• Setup and operate press brake to form accessory parts to production specification and quality requirements
• Shear sheet metal for customer orders and maintain inventory in PCS
• Perform machine set-ups and adjustments
• Identify, troubleshoot and correct issues during production runs
• Cross train to learn all facets of our production facility
• Prepare workstations with accurate materials and parts
• Perform quality checks after machine set up is complete
• Scan job orders into computer system and track scrap and finished product

Qualifications:

• Flexible team player with demonstrated work ethic and excellent attendance record
• Strong mathematical and measurement skills, especially using rulers (to 1/64”) and protractors
• Quick learner with a desire to advance and grow
• Strong attention to detail and an ability to focus on tasks
• A resourceful problem-solver who works well independently
• Fast-paced with a strong sense of urgency in work
• Forklift experience is strongly preferred, but not required in all work stations
• Sheet metal fabrication experience preferred, but not required

Production Operator – 2nd Shift

Our client, a chemical manufacturing company is seeking a full-time Production Operator in Oshkosh, WI.  This role offers a strong benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, 401K, Profit-Sharing and a Pension Plan. This is a full-time role with potential for growth based on good tenure under the following logistics:

Location: Oshkosh, WI

Hours: 2^nd Shift: 2:00pm – 10:30pm, Monday - Friday

Pay: $17-$18/hr.

Perks of this role:

1. Great Benefits Package: Including Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, Profit Sharing and a Pension plan!
2. Consistent 40+ hours a week (overtime available)
3. Promotion opportunities to team lead and management roles as well as other positions
4. Stable company that has been in business for over 80 years

The primary purpose of this position is to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction in an efficient and cost-effective manner, by performing the duties necessary for safe and efficient production and filling.  The role works in a large warehouse performing a variety of duties related to a production schedule.  Potential duties to be performed:

• Filling and emptying drums of chemicals and powders
• Moving drums, equipment, etc.
• Using math (calculator/computer) to determine proper steps and changes with equipment (trained)
• Monitoring levels via computer
• Washing and cleaning equipment
• Completing inventory and checklists (including safety)
• Manufacturing processes – blending and packaging
• Hooking/unhooking hoses to and from trucks and tanks
• Taking samples to the lab
• Completing inventory/checklists
• Entering data into the computer system
• Adjusting Chemical Variables
• Operating forklift/lift truck (will train)
• Loading and unloading tank trucks and rail cars of product (use forklift – will train

 Additional Responsibilities:

• Performs production and filling duties according to existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to include computer entry of all necessary paperwork
• Able to produce and fill aqua ammonia, bleach, white room products, optical brightener, prep and fill cylinders. 
• Performs daily, weekly and monthly product and facility inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards
• Maintains “Good Housekeeping” practices throughout the warehouse
• Complies with all established SOPs, Safety and RCEP policies
• Must manage any wastes in accordance with applicable SOPs, including labeling, storage, and profiling
• Supports effective communication with all departments where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the branch team.

Qualifications

• NONE! We are willing to train from the ground up, so we desire a clean background, ability to pass a drug screen and a strong work ethic.  Past warehouse experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements:

• Must be able to accurately transfer written and verbal information and enter data into existing computer system
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be able to work in a warehouse facility that has changing temperatures throughout the year (cold and hot)
• Must be able to roll a 285-pound cylinder from a pallet onto the floor
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently
• Must be able to pass a physical and a background check

Production Operator – Weekend Days

Our client, a chemical manufacturing company is seeking a full-time Production Operator in Oshkosh, WI.  This role offers a strong benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, 401K, Profit-Sharing and a Pension Plan. This is a full-time role with potential for growth based on good tenure under the following logistics:

Location: Oshkosh, WI

Shift Hours: 5:00AM - 5:00PM (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)

Pay: $17-$18/hr.

Perks of this role:

1. Great Benefits Package: Including Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, Profit Sharing and a Pension plan!
2. Consistent 40+ hours a week (overtime available)
3. Promotion opportunities to team lead and management roles as well as other positions
4. Stable company that has been in business for over 80 years

The primary purpose of this position is to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction in an efficient and cost-effective manner, by performing the duties necessary for safe and efficient production and filling.  The role works in a large warehouse performing a variety of duties related to a production schedule.  Potential duties to be performed:

• Filling and emptying drums of chemicals and powders
• Moving drums, equipment, etc.
• Using math (calculator/computer) to determine proper steps and changes with equipment (trained)
• Monitoring levels via computer
• Washing and cleaning equipment
• Completing inventory and checklists (including safety)
• Manufacturing processes – blending and packaging
• Hooking/unhooking hoses to and from trucks and tanks
• Taking samples to the lab
• Completing inventory/checklists
• Entering data into the computer system
• Adjusting Chemical Variables
• Operating forklift/lift truck (will train)
• Loading and unloading tank trucks and rail cars of product (use forklift – will train

 Additional Responsibilities:

• Performs production and filling duties according to existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to include computer entry of all necessary paperwork
• Able to produce and fill aqua ammonia, bleach, white room products, optical brightener, prep and fill cylinders. 
• Performs daily, weekly and monthly product and facility inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards
• Maintains “Good Housekeeping” practices throughout the warehouse
• Complies with all established SOPs, Safety and RCEP policies
• Must manage any wastes in accordance with applicable SOPs, including labeling, storage, and profiling
• Supports effective communication with all departments where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the branch team.

Qualifications

• NONE! We are willing to train from the ground up, so we desire a clean background, ability to pass a drug screen and a strong work ethic.  Past warehouse experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements:

• Must be able to accurately transfer written and verbal information and enter data into existing computer system
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be able to work in a warehouse facility that has changing temperatures throughout the year (cold and hot)
• Must be able to roll a 285-pound cylinder from a pallet onto the floor
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently
• Must be able to pass a physical and a background check

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our client, a family-owned, locally operated, multi-faceted real estate development, brokerage, construction, and property management firm has partnered with ESC to find a Property Maintenance Supervisor in the Milwaukee area. We are seeking an individual who has a strong track record as a proven Maintenance Supervisor that has experience developing and administering policies, procedures and processes in support of on-site maintenance operations in a large apartment complex setting. This person will serve as a resource to the on-site Property Management and Maintenance departments in identifying appropriate scopes of work for future projects.

PERKS OF THE ROLE:

• Competitive starting hourly wage ($28-$30+/hour) depending on experience & certifications.
• This is a full-time direct hire role that includes full benefits (medical, dental, vision, PTO and a 401k).
• Come work for a stable and growing company. Our client is adding 1,000+ new units over the next year.
• Named TOP 100 Workplaces in Southeastern WI 4 of the last 5 years!

JOB Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Facilities Management, the Property Maintenance Supervisor will be responsible for developing and administering policies, procedures and processes in support of the on-site maintenance operations and will serve as a resource to the on-site Property Management and Maintenance departments in identifying appropriate scopes of work for various projects. Additionally, this position will work closely with the VP of Property Management and Regional Managers in developing, executing and monitoring strategies to manage and monitor the performance of the of the on-site maintenance operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  

Preventative Maintenance

• Develop property specific Preventative Maintenance Plans.
• Provide oversight, direction, and any necessary resources to ensure proper execution of Preventative Maintenance Plans.
• Lead/support development of metrics and reporting to measure and communicate performance with regard to preventative maintenance.
• Regularly inspect and ensure that proper maintenance is conducted on all Wimmer equipment, tools and fleet, and maintain accurate records of such maintenance.

Site Inspections

• Conduct full site inspections quarterly.
• Maintain site inspection reports for review.
• Report deficiencies in site maintenance operations to DFM and VPM.
• Provide resource to the on-site PM team to develop solutions for complex maintenance issues.
• Regularly inspect maintenance equipment and personal protective equipment

Team Management

• Be available to assist Human Resources, Regional Managers and Property Managers in recruiting efforts for open Maintenance positions as well as developing proper maintenance testing for applicant screening.
• Assist with the development, execution and monitoring of new hire training for maintenance personnel.
• Define on-going education and training for maintenance personnel.

Project Management

• Participate in annual Capital Improvement Planning.
• Assist with developing scopes of work for projects classified as B and C projects on the Program of Work.
• Assist with collecting bids for projects as assigned.

REAC/HUD Inspections Protocol and Regulatory Guidelines

• Inspect and evaluate each property and identify deficiencies and point values.
• Prioritize repairs using REAC scoring parameters.
• Lead site staff to prepare for REAC inspection.
• Participate in REAC/HUD inspections.
• Maintain accurate records regarding REAC service requests and repairs.
• Report all major repairs, requisition supplies and/or services necessary to complete task.

Reporting and Record Keeping

• Review Work Order Analytic reports weekly to monitor maintenance operations.
• Maintain the REAC Inspection Calendar and Inspection Reports.
• Track bi-weekly mileage for payroll processing.

Process Improvement

• Evaluate maintenance operations and identify opportunities to improve performance in all aspects of the maintenance operation.
• Analyze, recommend and develop consensus on prioritization of improvement opportunities.
• Lead selected improvement activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years of experience in property maintenance or equivalent field.
• (Universal EPA certification)
• (OSHA certification)
• CPO (Certified Pool Operator)
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Proven communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of the organization both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated skills in leading and participating in cross functional teams.
• Strong analytical skills to gather data from multiple sources and report findings.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate Degree related to maintenance with 10 years of experience in property maintenance or equivalent field.
• Experience with REAC/HUD and/or REAC Inspector certification a plus
• Formal team and leadership training with demonstrated success.
• Proficiency with advanced features of Microsoft Office.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and insurance.

Quarterbacks, Catchers, & Point Guards – Become an ESC Recruiter

If you played any of these positions with success you may have the qualities we seek.  Competitiveness, leadership, communication, hard work, attention to detail and the ability to think on your feet are all attributes of the individuals that have played these positions.  Consequently these qualities also make very successful recruiters.  Regardless of your work history or area of study we are interested to explore the backgrounds of those that have played QB, catcher or point guard.   You may not have thought of this, but if you played any of these positions you should consider becoming a recruiter in the staffing arena.  Educated Solutions Corp. (ESC) is a staffing firm based in Brookfield, WI that originated in 1997.  We offer contract, contract for hire and direct placement services, as well as consulting for all things recruiting, hiring, and staffing.  We do NOT specialize, we instead use our strong recruiting model to hire “everything” in the way of skill sets.  We are a $10M firm that is ripe for more growth.  We NEED recruiters… and will train from the ground up.

Per the above ESC has grown by hiring “good people” and while we would love to hire qualified recruiters the market is not yielding.  We have had high success in hiring “career changers,” notably QBs, catchers and point guards, and train these individuals to become excellent recruiters.

ESC Recruiters work with all types of people in all types of skill sets.  The goal of the recruiter position is to find individuals seeking new opportunities, screen for qualifications, and place them into contract and full time roles across the nation, primarily in the Midwest.  We gain applicants, but this delivers only a limited amount of our candidate pool.  Sourcing through our internal system and using a variety of online resources is how we find candidates, but then screening takes strong COMMUICATION skills.  We also have a variety of online testing tools which we use to determine if candidates are qualified to take on specific roles for ESC.  Beyond finding and screening candidates recruiters also maintain our contract staff, keeping them happy, by assuring their daily work and career path is strong.  This is truly a “people person” role, AND one that takes LEADERSHIP and a great phone presence.

Here are the qualifications and targets for this role:

• Bachelor’s degree is a MUST and is preferred to have been received between 2010 and 2018
• Exemplary Communications skills.
• Strong technology skills – Navigating job sites, ATS, ability to revise resumes, write candidate profiles and a type while you talk mentality… fast and efficient.
• Independence – the ability to self-start and motivate yourself to work hard every day for as long as you need to get your job done.
• Sales mentality – having the ability to sell candidates on the positive aspects of companies and jobs.
• High Common Sense – the ability to deal with situations on the fly and juggle multiple things at once… all resulting in high success.
• Likeability – it’s a people job and if you represent ESC you need people at all levels to like you and desire to work with you daily.
• Attention to Detail – emails, resumes, profiles - high quality and flawless – it’s on you to do what your candidates can not.
• Trainability – we NEED you to be open to doing things the ESC way and always striving to get better.

If you played quarterback, catcher or point guard we would like to review your resume and tell you more about this role… please apply at:  www.educatedsolutionscorp.com or email Mike Schmidt, ESC’s owner, directly at mschmidt@educatedsolutionscorp.com.

More detail:

Training - To get our Career Changers where they need to be it takes time… about 7 months.  We do intense 1on1 training for 4 weeks and then expect 6 months of on the job training.  After these 7 months “wherever, whenever and however” comes into play… just get the job done. 

Flexibility - ESC was built on a “Work From Home” model.  You CAN do this job with a laptop, internet access, access to job sites and a smartphone.  ESC provides them all.  To begin we do ask that individuals learn the ESC way and this takes exposure, in office, to our experienced staff.  However, upon successful completion of training Recruiters are able to work from home with a productivity first model.  In essence, if you produce quality candidates for ESC roles you can work whenever and wherever you choose.  It should be noted that you will need to meet candidates and will use our offices to do so.  This amounts to a few days, based on your schedule, in the office each week.  ESC’s office space is located in Brookfield, but we do have plans to open offices in IL and Madison WI soon.  ESC offers the highest flexibility and work life balance of any staffing entity.

Compensation - We start all new hires with a salary+draw+commission compensation plan.  This is a salaried role as “punch a time clock – hourly” is NOT how we operate.  The flexibility needs to work both ways and sometimes an off hour interview is required.  Again, whatever it takes.  Starting salary is based on past compensation history, total years, and type of past work experience. ESC offers a full benefits package, 401K, and profit sharing.

Career Path - The career path of this Career Changer role is to become a Recruiter/Account Manager for ESC.  Once trained as a successful ESC Recruiter we want all recruiters to manage accounts.  The craziest fact about ESC is that we don’t have a true sales force.  We deliver quality staffing services that have allowed us to grow through building existing accounts and referrals that earn us new business.  Every experienced team member acts as both a Recruiter and an Account Manager.  If you have the right drive, sense of urgency, strong problem solving skills and VERY, VERY good communication skills we feel we can make you into a successful Recruiter/Account Manager.      

Recruiter/Account Manager

Educated Solutions Corp. is a staffing firm based in Brookfield, WI that originated in 1997.  We offer contract, contract for hire and direct placement services, as well as consulting for all things recruiting, hiring, and staffing.  We do NOT specialize, we instead use our strong recruiting model to hire “everything” in the way of skill sets.  We have 2 divisions:  Professional/Technical and Light Industrial.  In this ideal we recruit based on level of individual versus skill set.  We are a $10M firm that is ripe for more growth.  We seek individuals that are “Recruiters first” and based on success as a Recruiter have the potential to manage accounts.

The ESC Recruiter/Account Manager will primarily work from our Brookfield office but will also have the flexibility to work from his/her home using virtual office technology. This individual will be exposed to a variety of recruitment and sales responsibilities within the staffing arena to include development and maintenance of current clients and contract staff as well as the ability to grow ESC with new business.  The incumbent in this role will lead and direct the full life cycle of the staffing process for a variety of clients and positions.  

Account Manager/Recruiter duties:  

• Recruit and source potential candidates from internal database of 75K+ candidates, job boards, and social media vehicles.
• Guide candidates and clients through the full life cycle of the staffing process to include: screening, submitting, interviewing, and offering candidates contract and full time positions.
• Manage accounts and clients and consult to develop the best possible staffing process to ensure quality and speed of hiring candidates.
• Enter and maintain client and candidate information into ESC’s ESCAPE applicant tracking system.
• Meet with candidates to complete new hire paperwork and deliver employment packages.
• Drive the sales process by cold calling new clients.
• Proactively source and recruit candidates to maintain a network for future ESC positions.
• Shadow and train with recruiters/account managers as needed.
• Attend job fairs, networking and recruitment events to attract candidates and promote the organization.
• Maintain contract employees to assure retention and happiness in working for ESC.

Required Technical/Functional Skills:  

• MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE IN THE STAFFING ARENA.  (Please see “Career Changer” posting if you do not)
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• 1+ years working in a high volume staffing environment.
• Strong candidate sourcing skills
• 5+ years professional experience using the Microsoft Office suite of tools (Word, Excel, Outlook.)
• Experience reading, analyzing and interpreting general business information such as resumes, job descriptions, internal and corporate/client communications.
• Experience presenting information and responding to questions from recruiters, account managers, candidates and clients in both proper written and verbal form.
• Strong technology experience effectively navigating applicant tracking systems, the internet and social media outlets in the staffing arena.
• Strong organizational skills, including time management and multi-tasking.

Hours/Working Conditions:  

• Must be able to work a 40 hour work week working normal daytime business hours.
• Must be willing to travel to public locations to meet with candidates/clients as requested.
• Ability to work out of his/her home office with established internet access.
• Candidates must have operable mobile phone.

ESC offers competitive salary plus commission/bonus, a full benefits package, 401K, profit sharing and flexible work/life balance.

Seeking ALL Athletes – Become an ESC Recruiter

If you’re an athlete, current or past, who has held a leadership role or a position with the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) you may have the qualities we seek.  Competitiveness, leadership, communication, hard work, attention to detail and the ability to think on your feet are all attributes of the individuals that have played these positions.  Consequently these qualities also make very successful recruiters. Regardless of your work history or area of study we are interested to explore the backgrounds of current and past athletes who have displayed the ability to be a decision maker, on and off the field.   

Step into the Staffing arena and accept your next challenge - Educated Solutions Corp. (ESC) is a staffing firm based in Brookfield, WI that originated in 1997.  We offer contract, contract for hire and direct placement services, as well as consulting for all things recruiting, hiring, and staffing.  We do NOT specialize, we instead use our strong recruiting model to hire “everything” in the way of skill sets.  We are a $10M firm that is ripe for more growth.  We NEED recruiters… and will train from the ground up.  We love training athletes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Athletes that possess competitiveness, leadership, communication, hard work, attention to detail and the ability to think on your feet.
• A Bachelor’s Degree
• A strong work ethic

If you are an athlete we would like to review your resume and tell you more about this role… please apply at:  www.educatedsolutionscorp.com or email Mike Schmidt, ESC’s owner, directly at mschmidt@educatedsolutionscorp.com.

Our client, an advisory firm for electric utilities, independent power producers and commercial and industrial electric users is seeking a Senior Engineer to add to their Power team.  This team has extensive experience in all facets of the utility industry and is employee-owned and independent.  The role seeks a candidate strong with Electrical Engineering background and pays in the $85K-$105K with a strong benefit and bonus plan.  The role requires 20% travel and can base in a variety of locations in the Midwest.  The HQ in Madison, WI is a target location.

The key to this role is the ability to work with a team of engineers and provide consulting services for a wide range of engineering projects, including electrical utility planning, system protection and coordination, system design, and operational support.  This roles requires individuals that are innovative, entrepreneurial, and open to high client interaction.  The incumbent of the role will:

• Provide electrical design of substation, transmission, distribution and commercial service projects.
• Develop and procure material and construction specifications and contracts.
• Coordinate meetings, evaluate bids and proposals, and provide contract award recommendations.
• Provide direction related to creation of wiring diagrams and other construction drawings/schematics.
• Direct, coordinate, and assist with testing and commissioning of electrical facilities.
• Perform project management duties related to design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.  
• Work with external players such as electric utilities, state and local governments, consultants, construction contractors, vendors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field. 
• Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred
• 3+ years experience in the power/electrical/substation field of engineering
• Experience with AutoCAD or other 2D or 3D modeling software.
• Experience with Microsoft suite to include Excel and Word
• Working knowledge of applicable NEC, IEEE, and ANSI standards and electric codes as well as electric utility systems.

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for proper picking, packaging, shipping, receiving, handling of materials and maintaining inventory accuracy and internal and/or external customer service for our Franklin based client.  Performs a variety of warehousing or stockroom functions including receiving, production order picking, warehouse storage, packaging of finished goods, shipping, inventory control, supply documentation, data input, and material distribution and/or delivery as assigned per location requirements. Ability to communicate orally with management and other co-workers is crucial. Regular use of the telephone and e-mail for communication is essential. Sitting or standing for an extended period is common. Heavy lifting may be expected. Exertion of up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally may be required moving boxes and other goods. Good reasoning ability is required to solve a wide range of business problems. Able to apply basic math is required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for routing outbound freight to assure delivery as required; monitors carriers’ performance reliable delivery within established standards.
• Maintains picking, shipping and receiving documentation for filing records.
• Verifies freight bills with accounting and resolves errors.
• Ships both domestic and international using Ship_ERP.
• Takes finished orders after final quality control inspection and wraps and packs in containers as per company procedures and standards. 
• Prepares packing lists, bills of lading, and other shipping documentation as necessary for the shipments.
• Load and unloading of all delivery trucks.
• Receives and inspects external packaging of all incoming shipments.
• Notifies delivery personnel of any apparent shipping damage and proceeds accordingly.
• Receives and process returned goods shipments.

• Assists in maintaining the flow of work and materials based on scheduled supplier deliveries, customer orders, and other internal or external delivery requirements according to established priorities.
• Performs and ensures accurate and timely computer and physical transactions as well as verifies accuracy of transactions/paperwork regarding shipping, receiving, stocking, movement or other required material or goods activities.
• May use pallet jack, scales or other machinery to disperse and move material.
• May be responsible for maintaining scale or other equipment calibration activities.
• May prepare, mark/label/tag and/or package materials or goods for receipt, storage, delivery or shipment according to location or customer requirements.
• Maintains orderly, clean and safe work area as well as visual controls of assigned areas.
• Generally knowledgeable and/or supports Lean Management (COS) and regulatory (e.g. ISO, FAA, ITAR, etc.) initiatives or requirements regarding shipping and receiving as applicable.
• Maintains and improves inventory accuracy.
• Assists or conducts activities such physical counts, hand counts or other inventory validation and control measures as assigned.

• Coordinates flow of work and materials based on scheduled supplier deliveries, customer orders, and other internal or external delivery requirements regarding established priorities and availability/capability of workers, parts, materials and equipment.
• Ensures accurate and timely computer and physical transactions as well as verifies accuracy of paperwork regarding receiving, stocking, movement, shipping or other required material or goods activities.

• Proactively coordinates and interacts with other departments to resolve discrepancies or reduce unfavorable impacts to organizational processes as needed and provides excellent service to internal and/or external customers.

 EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED
• Three (3) years of progressive experience in Receiving, Shipping, warehouse, stockroom or inventory control position(s) is desired.  Cable and electronic component experience is desired.
• Experience within an ISO controlled and /or government regulated environment desired.
• Excellent materials management skills as applicable including customer order fulfillment activities & shipping, packaging, receiving, inventory control and disposition, supply documentation, data and transactional management, material distribution and/or delivery, warehouse or stockroom control techniques, and critical thinking and problem-solving capability.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing (COS) or other continuous improvement.
• Ability to be flexible and able to function comfortably in a fast paced, constantly changing and ambiguous environment. 
• Experience in shipping both domestic and international.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, suppliers, and employees.
• Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts with respect to job-related situations.
• Computer and keyboarding skills required. Basic knowledge of MS Office.
• Demonstrates sound judgment when following through with priorities.
• Ability to handle interruptions and maintain focus.
• Ability to work flexible/additional hours on short notice.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and good driving record required.
• Good knowledge of transactions within ERP systems (SAP is preferred).

Join ESC’s growing team onsite at their premier ecommerce client in Seattle as a Site Merchandiser.  The Site Merchandiser will focus on projects to increate customer conversion and engagement across the Payment Experience team. 

Key Responsibilities

• Own strategic discovery projects to increase customer conversion and engagement across the PAE org
• Manage, plan, coordinate and execute content selection and merchandising with goals of driving customer acquisition and engagement.
• Conceive and write promotional copy pertaining to a piece of content or a selection, leveraging product expertise for on-site and email promotions and programs
• Measure the impact of campaigns and execute on changes to further drive increased customer acquisition conversions and customer engagement.
• Collaborate with core PAE Marketing to strategize upcoming launches
• Build a mechanism to improve customer experience on item page, category page, search page
• Build a mechanism for reporting, accelerate adoption and find a way to scale the programs
• Create guide lines to have consistency with all page & promotion & store content
• Develop, execute, and analyze creative test plans for marketing channels
• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of key merchandising campaigns

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Experience with Amazon merchandising tools
• Professional experience ideally in an online, retail, e-commerce environment
• Strong organizational, and communication skills, with proven ability to handle multiple projects and deliver results.
• Must be a self-starter, creative thinker, and quick learner.
• Ability to think both strategically and tactically.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• 2+ Experience in online marketing/merchandising.
• Experience with web/mobile analytics programs i.e., Site Catalyst, Google Analytics

Surface Grinder  

We are seeking both experienced and entry level Surface Grinders. We desire experience but will train individuals who seek a long term career.  This role pays $26-$33 per hour for experienced grinders, while an entry level candidate begins training at $15-$17 per hour and will see increases as skills are gained.  This role is located in Greendale, WI and maintains both 1^st shift (7am-3:30pm) and 2^nd shift (3:30pm-Midnight) opportunities.  This is a full time role with an excellent benefit plan.

In this role you will be responsible for the set up and operation of reciprocating and/or rotary surface grinding machines. You will be trained to work with a Mattison grinding machine that has both vertical and horizontal grinding heads (very unique in this industry). You will also be able to take advantage of the latest grinding wheel technology which allows close tolerances and variable speed spindle drives.

In this role you will:

• Set up, adjust and operate a surface grinder to achieve required finish to flat surfaces having several related dimensions.
• Set up using blocking, aligning, and securing of irregular shaped work pieces, use magnetic chuck and/or sine plate where applicable.
• Dress and change wheels for various finish requirements, radius, and/or angles.
• Assist in development and implementation of process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications for the Experienced Surface Grinder:

• HSD/GED; or 5-7 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Extensive knowledge on operation of Mattison (reciprocating) style surface grinders.
• Knowledge on operation of Blanchard (rotary) style surface grinders a plus.
• Knowledge of grinding angels, four and six side grinding, and grinding parts square required.
• General knowledge of manual machine operations required.
• Experienced using and interpreting inspection tools (micrometer, caliper, depth micrometer, etc).
• Must be able to read blueprints at a level equivalent to the MATC Blueprint Reading class.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must regularly lift or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications for the Entry-Level Surface Grinder:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Stable work history
• Some experience – small scale – of grinding or smoothing (knowledge of grinding angels, four and six side grinding, and grinding parts square are a big plus).
• General knowledge of manual machine operations.
• Ability to learn and use inspection tools (micrometer, caliper, depth micrometer, etc).
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Must regularly lift or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs.

Join ESC’s growing team working as a Technical Writer for one of the world’s premier employers at their Boston offices.  The Technical Writer needs to be part investigative reporter and part journalist and can't be shy about going after certain people to extract information.   You will need to have an understanding of manufacturing or technical process documentation.

SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED

• Create and maintain electronic work instructions for all product lines installed in the field
• Work with internal engineering and project management teams and our 3rd party partners to develop new content for job training, including online knowledge checks
• Maintain department internal wiki page with latest information and make changes as required
• Initiate department-wide communication of updates to processes and documentation by recording and publishing the change in bulletin form
• Develop how-tos, user guides, and other documentation as necessary

REQUIRED SKILLS

• 2+ years of relevant technical writing experience
• Understanding of manufacturing or technical process documentation
• Ability to create and structure “App-based” work instructions through an online interface
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, English, Communications or other technical communication-related field
• 5+ years of relevant work experience in a technical writing position
• Strong work ethic, desire to learn and be challenged, self-driven and motivated

ESC has an exciting opportunity for a Vendor Management Support Specialist to work onsite at our premier client location in Menomonee Falls.  The Vendor Management Support Specialist works closely with the Technology team to onboard, offboard, track and maintain contingent labor. 

Duties:

• Support the Technology Team in the onboarding, offboarding, tracking and maintenance of contingent labor.
• Creating detailed Excel reports.
• Working within Fieldglass to review contingent hours, terms etc.
• Maintain regular communications with vendors and internal technology teams.

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years professional experience
• Self-starter and quick learning capabilities
• Proficient in creation and analyzation of excel, including vlookups, pivot tables as well as working knowledge of other reporting tools
• Proficient in using and reporting from Fieldglass or similar VMS systems
• Experience working within a vendor management office, including onboarding and offboarding resources, system maintenance/reporting, and process improvements
• Highly effective communication skills including emails, communications for vendors and internal users, and counter-parts
• Willing to primarily work through both support needs including data entry
• Willing to work on testing and documentation for updates to current systems

Our Pewaukee-based client is in need of a Distribution Center employee for an immediate opportunity. The incumbent in the role will pick and package small parts and ship materials via UPS or Speedy. Additionally, he/she will load/unload trucks using a forklift.

Qualified candidates will have the following skills:

• Experience operating a forklift and loading/unloading materials
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Must have forklift experience
• High energy, with excellent attention to detail
• Experience using UPS or other shipping methods preferred

Great warehouse opportunity with a growing company! Openings on 2nd and 3rd shift paying between $16-$20/hour based on experience. Apply TODAY!

Warehouse/Production Openings:

• Loads and unloads warehouse materials in a timely and efficient manner
• Ensures that all packages are properly marked, labeled, palletized and banded
• Prepares shipping and receiving documents in accordance with applicable SOP’s
• Completes shipping and receiving transactions timely and accurately
• May be required to transport materials via truck between facility warehouses
• Maintains the warehouse in a neat and organized manner and ensures that proper stock rotation, product compatibility and accessibility are maintained
• Participate in regulatory and process training activities as required
• Communicate to management all special compliance, safety, equipment personnel, and transportation needs as personally identified

 Qualifications:

• Clean record related to background checking
• Ability to pass a drug screen
• Good communication skills
• Good attention to detail
• Good understanding of basic math
• High school diploma required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly
• Ability to climb ladders up to 40 feet

Great warehouse opportunity with a growing company! Openings on 2nd and 3rd shift paying between $16-$20/hour based on experience. Apply TODAY!

Warehouse/Production Openings:

• Loads and unloads warehouse materials in a timely and efficient manner
• Ensures that all packages are properly marked, labeled, palletized and banded
• Prepares shipping and receiving documents in accordance with applicable SOP’s
• Completes shipping and receiving transactions timely and accurately
• May be required to transport materials via truck between facility warehouses
• Maintains the warehouse in a neat and organized manner and ensures that proper stock rotation, product compatibility and accessibility are maintained
• Participate in regulatory and process training activities as required
• Communicate to management all special compliance, safety, equipment personnel, and transportation needs as personally identified

 Qualifications:

• Clean record related to background checking
• Ability to pass a drug screen
• Good communication skills
• Good attention to detail
• Good understanding of basic math
• High school diploma required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly
• Ability to climb ladders up to 40 feet

Great warehouse opportunity with a growing company! Openings on 2nd and 3rd shift paying between $15-$17/hour based on experience. Apply TODAY!

Warehouse/Production Openings:

• Loads and unloads warehouse materials in a timely and efficient manner
• Ensures that all packages are properly marked, labeled, palletized and banded
• Prepares shipping and receiving documents in accordance with applicable SOP’s
• Completes shipping and receiving transactions timely and accurately
• May be required to transport materials via truck between facility warehouses
• Maintains the warehouse in a neat and organized manner and ensures that proper stock rotation, product compatibility and accessibility are maintained
• Participate in regulatory and process training activities as required
• Communicate to management all special compliance, safety, equipment personnel, and transportation needs as personally identified

 Qualifications:

• Clean record related to background checking
• Ability to pass a drug screen
• Good communication skills
• Good attention to detail
• Good understanding of basic math
• High school diploma required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly
• Ability to climb ladders up to 40 feet

Great warehouse opportunity with a growing company! Openings on 2nd and 3rd shift paying between $16-$20/hour based on experience. Apply TODAY!

Warehouse/Production Openings:

• Loads and unloads warehouse materials in a timely and efficient manner
• Ensures that all packages are properly marked, labeled, palletized and banded
• Prepares shipping and receiving documents in accordance with applicable SOP’s
• Completes shipping and receiving transactions timely and accurately
• May be required to transport materials via truck between facility warehouses
• Maintains the warehouse in a neat and organized manner and ensures that proper stock rotation, product compatibility and accessibility are maintained
• Participate in regulatory and process training activities as required
• Communicate to management all special compliance, safety, equipment personnel, and transportation needs as personally identified

 Qualifications:

• Clean record related to background checking
• Ability to pass a drug screen
• Good communication skills
• Good attention to detail
• Good understanding of basic math
• High school diploma required
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly
• Ability to climb ladders up to 40 feet