Project Controls Manager Salary in Downers Grove, IL

This Inside Sales Manager position at APS and Bray Sales, Inc. seems like an excellent opportunity for someone with a technical background and a knack for managing sales operations. Here's a draft of your job posting: Position: Inside Sales Manager Location: Plymouth, MA (APS) & Downers Grove, IL (BSMW) About APS & Bray Sales, Inc.: APS and BSMW, divisions of Bray Sales, Inc., are renowned in the valves and flow control product manufacturing industry. We prioritize innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, positioning ourselves as industry leaders. We're seeking a proficient Inside Sales Manager to join our team, driving customer experience, distributor relations, and the growth of our Inside Sales and Customer Support teams. The Role: As Inside Sales Manager, you'll orchestrate customer interactions, ensuring seamless sales, distribution, and customer support operations. Your blend of industrial product sales management and technical expertise will be instrumental in navigating our product lines and fostering strong distributor relationships. This role demands strategic insight and hands-on technical engagement to uphold excellence in inside sales and customer service. Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities: Ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment, prioritizing profitability and customer satisfaction. Employ project management principles across pre-sales and post-sales processes. Act as a liaison among sales, project quotations, business development, and engineering teams to facilitate effective collaboration. Validate product offerings to meet industry and customer standards rigorously. Conduct technical training sessions on automation and control products for internal stakeholders. Support assembly of automation and control packages in coordination with the factory team. Lead key projects from inception to completion, maintaining deadlines and schedules. Drive initiatives to enhance operational accuracy and efficiency through training, policy development, and process improvements. Qualifications: Bachelor's in Engineering strongly preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial equipment distribution, with a preference for technical valve/actuation fields. At least 2 years of direct reports management experience, demonstrating strong leadership skills. Ability to guide a technical team with light mechanical troubleshooting. Physical capability for various tasks and lifting up to 50 pounds. Track record in managing product pricing, cost analysis, and optimizing revenue and profitability. Understanding of valve sizing software preferred. Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written. Self-driven, proactive, and adept at multitasking. Why Join Us? At APS, a division of Bray Sales, Inc., you'll play a pivotal role in a leading organization, directly impacting our success. We foster innovation, quality, and employee dedication, providing avenues for professional growth and development. Application Process: If you're prepared to elevate your career with APS and Bray Sales, Inc., we're eager to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you're the ideal fit for this role. Don't miss this opportunity to shape the future of the flow control industry. Apply today! Behaviors Required Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them Motivations Required Entrepreneurial Spirit: Inspired to perform well by an ability to drive new ventures within the business Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help Preferred Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) See job description

Receptionist Ref: 30917 IllinoisThe OpportunityWe are seeking a friendly and professional receptionist to join our team. As the first point of contact for our organization, the receptionist will play a crucial role in providing excellent customer service and creating a positive impression for our guests. You should have excellent communication skills, a warm demeanor and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.Main ResponsibilitiesPresent a professional image at all times.Receive and welcome all visitors to reception, create a favorable impression of the company through provision of a friendly, helpful and welcoming initial contact to all visitors and staff.Ensure phone calls are answered in a professional and timely manner.Pre-register all visitors on Appspace booking tool.Maintain physical security of client space by monitoring all employee and guest traffic in reception and access control of vendors and contractors entering client space through the freight elevator.Issue access cards and keys as required, ensuring adherence to all relevant security processes and protocols.Ensure all access cards issued to personnel are returned and locked in a secure location and conduct daily and weekly audits of the card logs.Ensure all contractors entering the space have undergone HSE induction.Monitor FM24 help desk tickets and distribute to facilities staff or building engineers as appropriate for completion; ensure timely action on requests and prompt closure of tickets within SLA.Process incoming vendor invoices and ensure contractors receive timely payment.Maintain database of contractors COI ensuring all COIs are kept current and are on file with building management.Completion of reports/checklists as necessary for the fulfillment of KPIs.Ensure global document register is up to date and all documents are reviewed within the review dates.Ensure monthly inspections and Archibus update reminders are sent monthly.Daily tracking and documenting of the total USPS, UPS and packages received and shipped out.Create and ship items from client via UPS online portal.All other administrative tasks, functions and special projects as requested by client and Macro Manager.The ideal candidate will have:High school diploma.Proficiently utilize internet software, Outlook, Excel, Word.Occasionally lift and or move up to 25lbs.Strong written and oral communication skills.Macro is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria below, please apply as you may still be suitable for this role or another role within our organisation. Should you require any adjustments to assist during the application/hiring process please do make us aware.

Job Title- Director of QualityLocation- Downers Grove, IL (Hybrid position - 3 days office/2 days remote)Travel required- Travel will likely be up to 40%US citizenship requiredRelocation availableAutomotive manufacturing experience required The Director of Quality facilitates and administers goals, direction, and development of the total quality program. Develops and directs the strategy, master plan, and timetable for implementing and achieving corporate quality goals. Is responsible for auditing company communications, product design, budgets and policies to ensure customer requirements are met. Directs, in conjunction with the rest of the Leadership Team, achieving customer satisfaction as it relates to product quality. In cooperation with other members of the executive team, actively promotes an environment of cooperation and respect, fosters and promotes team development, participates in creative strategic planning, implements best practices, and develops responsible budgets to advance goals and lead to future successes.Responsibilities:Qualify product to customer requirements, including directing design concepts, checking fixture concepts and process capabilities to achieve customer specifications, and qualifying test and measurement systems and tooling. Oversee approval of supplier PPAP.Lead and manage implementation of any customer required and/or corporate directed quality system such as ISO9001:2000, TS16949, ISO14000, etc, including directing Quality Engineering and Quality Planning activities to ensure compliance to the above quality systems.Recommend a Quality System Registrar.Establish corrective action system format and assist in problem analysis, including maintaining customer contacts along with facility Quality Managers to resolve issues at customer locations when required.Collect, analyze, and report key corporate measurables, i.e., internal and external quality PPM's, delivery PPM's, process capabilities, as directed by the corporate vision and goals, to provide direction and analysis of progress toward achieving world-class quality practices.Plan and administer new test equipment procedures, methods, and standards to ensure accurate interpretation and verification of all required specifications.Administer and direct internal quality control programs, such as Engineering Changes, SPC (Statistical Process Control) activities, and Measurement Systems Analysis to ensure all customer required special characteristics are monitored and reported as required.Must be practitioner of problem solving: 5WHY problem solving, including design of experiments based on knowledge of other best practice problem solving methodologies.Plan and administer improvements to the overall new product launch process.Oversee document control and production testing/validation.Maintain knowledge and direct compliance to the current AIAG APQP standard as deemed necessary.Must be hands-on and shop floor focused.Promote an environment of cooperation and respect among Team Members.Champion open communication throughout all departments.Implement best practices to foster growth and continued viability.Participate in budget planning activities and develop, monitor, manage and achieve annual departmental budget expectations.Manages, mentors and coaches other Team Members within the quality department.Qualifications:Bachelor degree from accredited four-year college or university.Ten plus years related quality experience with progressive management experience.Experience with APQP, PPAP, ISO/TS 16949 is required.Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead and mentor a team.Automotive manufacturing experience required and Japanese automotive customer experience preferred.Project management skills and the ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.Thorough understanding of lean principles.Ability to travel (approximately 40%).To perform this job successfully an individual should have proficiency in Microsoft Office applications--Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Microsoft Outlook, and the Internet.Foxhound Partners is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Foxhound Partners is committed to administering all employment and personnel actions on the basis of merit and free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability. Consistent with this commitment, we are dedicated to the employment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, persons of all ethnic backgrounds and religions according to their abilities.

Job Summary:Oversee the purchasing and warehouse operations at the plant to ensure the lowest total cost of ownership for purchased goods and services. Advise site management on all procurement activities. Collaborate with other site departments and corporate support to enhance the procurement process, meeting the needs of internal customers while maintaining proper business controls.Job Duties:Manage all procurement & warehouse activities for the local site to ensure that the needs of internal customers are met. All such activities will be conducted in the most effective manner possible with focus on delivering all goods & services to the internal customers at the lowest possible total cost of ownership, considering purchase price, quality, reliability, delivery, material handling and warehousing, safety and other items required by the internal customer. Management responsibilities include:• Ensure proper inventory levels & timely, accurate delivery of inventoried materials.• Ensure adequate response time for purchase orders and contracts.• Ensure adequate outline agreements are in place.• Liaise with site VP and his/her direct reports to best understand the needs of the internal customer and ensure they understand Procurement priorities, limitations, projects, and objectivesQualifications:Bachelor's Degree with 10 years of job related experience OR 15 years specific job related experience in lieu of college degree.Negotiation skillsSourcing, procurement & inventory control techniquesProject management skillsTeam building, delegating, performance monitoringWorking knowledge of purchasing system (SAP or other)Strategic thinking and communication of vision/strategyQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Lead the on-site team from construction start through project closeProactively identify and help remedy design deficiencies, schedule concerns, and other project-specific issues.Communicate and interpret contract scope to the entire site management team.Conduct preconstruction meetings with all subcontractors prior to beginning each phase of work.Create and maintain a project production scheduleReview and assist in developing scopes of work for each subcontractor.Administer a Quality Control Plan.Review and approve all invoices and requisitions to ensure correct payment to vendor.Enforce safety protocols to ensure job site consistently adheres to OSHA safety standards.Supervise and evaluate assigned project personnel and maintain a positive work environmentCommunicate regularly with owners, construction managers, other superintendents, and project coordinators to ensure progress is achieved.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.5+ years as a construction superintendent for a commercial general contractorOSHA certification (preferred)Strong communication skills, both oral and writtenExperience leading ground-up construction projects and managing a large team

Company SDI Presence LLC is an IT consultancy and managed services provider (MSP) that leverages its strong team presence to advance our clients to a secure digital enterprise. With a 25-year corporate resume, SDI delivers strategic managed services, IT consulting, and hybrid multicloud infrastructure solutions to optimize our clients' technology environments. SDI is NMSDC-certified, with a portfolio of clients that includes some of the nation's largest airports, utilities, commercial real estate portfolios, and government agencies. SDI is backed by Abry Partners, a Boston-based sector-focused private equity firm with $5B under management and more than 30 years of experience in the technology market. Visit us at SDIPRESENCE.COM and connect with us on TWITTER and LINKEDIN. Although we list out what we generally look for in this job description, we are very likely missing other attributes and skills that you have that could make you a great fit but are not currently listed. The point we're getting at is it doesn't hurt to take a chance and apply! Summary The Citrix Administrator is responsible for the installation, configuration and maintenance of the Citrix Infrastructure. This will include but is not limited to Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops as well as its components. The position will require working with servers, storage, software and other technologies to support the organization. This position provides daily administrative tasks, support tasks, and project work. The candidate will be responsible for assisting with overall Citrix and Microsoft systems administration which requires proficiency in several disciplines. The candidate will be required to support a multi-server environment with both physical and virtual servers. The Citrix Administrator will be required to work with Citrix core technologies across the entire organization. The successful candidate must have experience supporting enterprise level Citrix infrastructures including:Citrix Virtual Apps and DesktopsStorefront ServerCitrix User Profile ManagerCitrix Machine Creation ServicesCitrix DirectorCitrix StudioCitirix Netscaler ADCCitrix ADMThe candidate will perform daily administrative tasks on the infrastructure as well as work on projects and provide end user support when required. Candidate will be required to maintain and continually improve the environment to provide the highest levels of service to the user base.The candidate will also be required to assess performance of systems and make adjustments, capacity planning and growth projections, assist with end-user support, and perform software installs and upgrades. The candidate will be required to maintain the operation of various sites. Business operation demands 24/7/365 continuous up time so candidate must be able to work extra-hours when needed which may include holidays and weekends. Continuously changing software and hardware platforms require ongoing training and self-directed learning to maintain skill set. Based on the functions of the Citrix Administrator position the candidate will have Admin level rights and access to sensitive and confidential information and must exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times. A successful candidate for this position will be able to demonstrate excellent technical skills, proficiency with design, implementation and support of Citrix based solutions, and exhibit strong project management and communication skills. The candidate must have a solid understanding of Enterprise networking, and Internet fundamentals. The candidate should be able to troubleshoot all aspects of Citrix technologies effectively and understand the product flow, patch management, software distribution and logging in detail. Applicants should also have similar skills in Active Directory Services.Responsibilities Plan and execute the rollout of changesDownload and deploy patchesPerform periodic performance reporting to support capacity planningPerforms system maintenance activities, including monitoring parameters, maintaining security/quality assurance and controlling accessResponds to user requests and system operation issues, provides assistance to programming and operations personnel in the utilization of software and resolution of user or systems problemsDetermine and implement best practices for the engineering, configuration, administration, and support of Microsoft TechnologiesProvide support for Citrix systemsEnsure the Citrix and Microsoft Server infrastructure stays up to date and performs to the highest level of performance possibleEnsure that customer systems are available and performing within their Service Level Agreement, while identifying problems and acting appropriately to resolve issues when they occurRequirements Minimum 3 years' experience working with Citrix technologies in a large distributed enterprise environmentMinimum 3 years of experience administering Xenapp and XenDesktopCitrix Certifications are a plus CCA-V, CCP-V, CCE-V, CCA-N, CCP-NMCITP or Equivalent Certification a plusOperating System expertise including Active Directory Account Management. This includes the understanding of Active Directory, Windows GPO, WINS, DNS, DHCP, and TCP/IP and commands desiredDesire experience with Windows Server, Microsoft System Center suite, Windows 10 operating system, desktops, print servers, printers, MFDs, plotters, Java, Adobe, VMWare and Hyper-VDesire experience with scripting (PowerShell, VBScript or other language) and automating routine infrastructure tasksKnowledge of computer/network systems infrastructure requirements and standards, standard software package and patch deployment methodologies, standard change control processes within large-to-enterprise size corporationsDesire experience with Monitoring Applications - SolarWinds, Microsoft Service Center Operations Manager (SCOM) etc.Knowledge of ITIL best practices and use of issue/problem tracking systemsAbility to stay detail-oriented in a fast-paced setting and adapt to changing prioritiesExceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of associates in the organizationProven ability to work effectively in a team setting as well as independently with minimal error and guidanceResults oriented and self-motivated with the ability to take ownership of IT projectsMust be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously while dealing with frequent interruptions and working in a high-pressure environmentWork rotating off-hour schedule with weekend support to maintain consistent system availabilityAbility to perform routine server maintenance or network emergencies during non-business hours, evenings and on the weekendDevelop comprehensive planning, testing, and implementation documentation for advanced technologies related to enterprise class server architecture and infrastructure data center applicationsEvaluate and test system upgrades, installs or upgrades system software applications, troubleshoots hardware/software related problems and monitors overall systems performance to ensure system upgrade objectivesPrepares and presents status reports and technical presentations to various audiencesParticipates in mentoring/training of other IT System Analysts and develops documentation for user problem-solving issues, including system and user manualsExcellent planning and organizational skills with an ability to understand the long-term ("big picture")Ability to think strategically and implement iterativelyExcellent interpersonal skills in areas such as teamwork, facilitation and negotiationStrong leadership skills with an ability to work with cross-functional teams in a collaborative wayOther Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Equal Opportunity Employer StatementSDI Presence is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. SDI Presence makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.Staffing FirmsSDI Presence does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. We are not responsible for, and will not pay, any fees, commissions, or any other payment related to unsolicited resumes or CVs except as required in a written contract between SDI Presence and the recruitment agency or party requesting payment of a fee.