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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Administrative Assistant - Sales
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: Rust-Oleum US Sales
Reports To: Vice President of Sales
Direct Reports/Manages others: No
Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry.
We offer a wide range of products including decorative fashion paints, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.
Summary:
The Administrative Assistant - Sales provides administrative reports directly to the VP of Sales, Pro/Hardware/Distribution.
Also provides support to Directors of Sales and NAE's as necessary." This position requires confidentiality, initiative, and sound decision-making.
This position serves as department events planner as well as involved in customer event planning.
8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday on-site in Vernon Hills.
The ideal individual will have the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic and efficient balance among multiple priorities.
The Assistant will work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate scheduling and calendar management, including agendas, mail, email, calls, travel arrangements, vendor management, and company events
Manage, coordinate, and arrange travel and travel-related activities, including hotel booking, transportation, and meal coordination
Perform administrative and office support, such as typing, spreadsheet creation, and maintenance of filing system and database
Maintain professionalism and strict confidentiality with all materials, and exercise discretion when interfacing with the business
Responsible for event logistics for departmental events inclusive of budgeting, presenting event plan to executive staff and managing all day of event activities
Negotiate with vendors on behalf of the company to ensure the best rates for all aspects of events with discretion based on budgetary restrictions and final sign off and approval from department
Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the VPs, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature.
Determines appropriate course of action, referral, or response
Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, proactively, and follows-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures
Process invoices and payment of invoices
Update and create organizational charts for annual Org review meetings.
Curate and disseminate corporate communications for departments.
Schedule interviews periodically
Open and manage incoming and outgoing mail
Qualifications:
1-2 years event planning experience
5-10 years related Admin/Exec Assistant experience
Comfortable working in a rapidly changing, fast-paced environment
Friendly and approachable, displays diplomacy and tact
Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability
Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently
Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
Salary Target Range: $30.00 - $40.00, bonus eligible
From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave.
We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment.
Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service.
Rust-Oleum offers 9.5 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays per year.
You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.
Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer.
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected classApply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Vernon Hills, Illinois
Posted: 2026-05-20 14:10:13
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Administrative Assistant - Sales
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: Rust-Oleum US Sales
Reports To: Vice President of Sales
Direct Reports/Manages others: No
Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry.
We offer a wide range of products including decorative fashion paints, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.
Summary:
The Administrative Assistant - Sales provides administrative reports directly to the VP of Sales, Pro/Hardware/Distribution.
Also provides support to Directors of Sales and NAE's as necessary." This position requires confidentiality, initiative, and sound decision-making.
This position serves as department events planner as well as involved in customer event planning.
8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Friday on-site in Vernon Hills.
The ideal individual will have the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic and efficient balance among multiple priorities.
The Assistant will work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate scheduling and calendar management, including agendas, mail, email, calls, travel arrangements, vendor management, and company events
Manage, coordinate, and arrange travel and travel-related activities, including hotel booking, transportation, and meal coordination
Perform administrative and office support, such as typing, spreadsheet creation, and maintenance of filing system and database
Maintain professionalism and strict confidentiality with all materials, and exercise discretion when interfacing with the business
Responsible for event logistics for departmental events inclusive of budgeting, presenting event plan to executive staff and managing all day of event activities
Negotiate with vendors on behalf of the company to ensure the best rates for all aspects of events with discretion based on budgetary restrictions and final sign off and approval from department
Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the VPs, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature.
Determines appropriate course of action, referral, or response
Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, proactively, and follows-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures
Process invoices and payment of invoices
Update and create organizational charts for annual Org review meetings.
Curate and disseminate corporate communications for departments.
Schedule interviews periodically
Open and manage incoming and outgoing mail
Qualifications:
1-2 years event planning experience
5-10 years related Admin/Exec Assistant experience
Comfortable working in a rapidly changing, fast-paced environment
Friendly and approachable, displays diplomacy and tact
Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability
Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently
Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
Salary Target Range: $30.00 - $40.00, bonus eligible
From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave.
We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment.
Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service.
Rust-Oleum offers 9.5 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays per year.
You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.
Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer.
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected classApply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Vernon Hills, Illinois
Posted: 2026-05-20 14:09:49
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JOB DESCRIPTION
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
Short-term objectives:
Assume transactional responsibility for ERP purchasing transactions. Keep inventory at sufficient levels for items to fulfill requirements of production, and maintaining delivery of customer orders. Produce and review reports for purchasing, production planning, and inventory control. Work with and through others to obtain the best price, quality, delivery and service possible. Create an innovative approach for the reduction and consolidation of packaging materials.
Long term objectives:
Be responsible for the integrity of all transactions between our outside vendors and our company. Work with inventory planners to keep inventory levels at the optimum fill rate for our customers. Work with all departments to design/develop packaging which is optimized to benefit the WFG, and its customers. Improve transaction accuracy with our vendors to 100%.
Develop a packaging improvement plan covering largest opportunities, and benefits to the end use customers.
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.
Experience and Education Required
Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent 1-2 years purchasing experience Experience and knowledge of purchasing system with an integrated ERP system, Microsoft D365 preferred Experience and knowledge of Microsoft products (Excel preferred) Strong organizational, communication and negotiation skills
Desired requirements: Four year business degree Experience operating in an ERP system operating environment Experience in a lean (flow) manufacturing environment Experience in marine coatings preferred Experience in commodity purchases preferred
Reasoning Ability
Responsibility for following standards set and regarded as acceptable in a normal purchasing department environment, including proper presentation of the department and company to vendors and internal sources.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
No extraordinary physical demands will be required.
The individual will be sitting at a desk for extended periods of time.
The individual may do some walking through facility and occasional light lifting (up to approximately 20 pounds).
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Normal office environment.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI)
Cost savings - measured, and tracked Prevention of "Out of Stocks" - measured, and tracked Inventory dollars on hand for purchased category - measured, and tracked Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Hudson, North Carolina
Posted: 2026-05-13 14:09:23
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JOB DESCRIPTION
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
Short-term objectives:
Assume transactional responsibility for ERP purchasing transactions. Keep inventory at sufficient levels for items to fulfill requirements of production, and maintaining delivery of customer orders. Produce and review reports for purchasing, production planning, and inventory control. Work with and through others to obtain the best price, quality, delivery and service possible. Create an innovative approach for the reduction and consolidation of packaging materials.
Long term objectives:
Be responsible for the integrity of all transactions between our outside vendors and our company. Work with inventory planners to keep inventory levels at the optimum fill rate for our customers. Work with all departments to design/develop packaging which is optimized to benefit the WFG, and its customers. Improve transaction accuracy with our vendors to 100%.
Develop a packaging improvement plan covering largest opportunities, and benefits to the end use customers.
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.
Experience and Education Required
Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent 1-2 years purchasing experience Experience and knowledge of purchasing system with an integrated ERP system, Microsoft D365 preferred Experience and knowledge of Microsoft products (Excel preferred) Strong organizational, communication and negotiation skills
Desired requirements: Four year business degree Experience operating in an ERP system operating environment Experience in a lean (flow) manufacturing environment Experience in marine coatings preferred Experience in commodity purchases preferred
Reasoning Ability
Responsibility for following standards set and regarded as acceptable in a normal purchasing department environment, including proper presentation of the department and company to vendors and internal sources.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
No extraordinary physical demands will be required.
The individual will be sitting at a desk for extended periods of time.
The individual may do some walking through facility and occasional light lifting (up to approximately 20 pounds).
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Normal office environment.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI)
Cost savings - measured, and tracked Prevention of "Out of Stocks" - measured, and tracked Inventory dollars on hand for purchased category - measured, and tracked Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Hudson, North Carolina
Posted: 2026-05-13 14:08:52
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The Engineering Maintenance Co-ordinator is working with a market leading international manufacturer upon a Permanent basis.
Reporting directly to the site Maintenance Manager, you will take responsibility maintenance planning, scheduling and co-ordination of maintenance tasks.What's in it for you as Engineering Maintenance Co-ordinator
Salary up to circa £50,000 per annum, plus bonus
Fantastic pension contribution - You put 5% in they put 10%
Training and career development opportunities, such as IOSH managing safely
Hours of work: Monday to Friday - Day's based position 7:30am - 5pm
Location - Close to the area of Desford
Permanent position offering job security with a market leading business
The ability to join a state of the art site with a leading manufacturing business that values its employees
Key Responsibilities of Engineering Maintenance Co-ordinator
To plan and co-ordinate all on-site maintenance activities by prioritising, developing scopes of work, method statements, risk assessments and parts lists.
To schedule preventative and corrective work and agree the weekly schedule with production stakeholders.
Participate in meetings to review daily/weekly work schedules and backlogs
Track and monitor job costs using purchasing and maintenance software
Carry out inductions, managing authorisation to work and work permits
Provide good communication skills to colleagues & production personnel to develop an understanding of the machinery operation so faults can be rectified efficiently.
Promote the development and implementation of the Factory CMMS system.
Application of TPM Tools & Techniques to generate Continuous Improvement throughout all areas of the Factory.
the 5S principles to deliver world-class standards of housekeeping.
Support process improvement throughout the factory.
Qualifications & Experience for Engineering Maintenance Co-ordinator
Demonstrable Knowledge & Expertise as an organised and efficient Engineering Planner within industrial manufacturing environments.
High level of computer literacy in Microsoft Office and CMMS systems.
(Shire Pirana)
High degree of Health & Safety awareness.
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Type: Permanent Location: Desford, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £50000 per annum + Bonus + Premium OT, Leading Benefits
Posted: 2026-04-29 08:08:07
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Opportunities for long-term stability, career development, and an early finish on Fridays are just a few of the benefits the Quality Engineer will enjoy while working with this well-established and forward-thinking engineering business.
The successful Quality Engineer will support the manager in maintaining accreditation of the ISO 9001 Management System (QMS), conduct internal audits, data analysis and more.
This Quality Engineer position would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced engineering environment.
Based in Brighouse, the company is easily accessible from surrounding areas including Leeds, Bradford, Halifax, Huddersfield, and Wakefield.
Key Responsibilities of the Quality Engineer:
Support the Manager in maintaining ISO 9001 QMS accreditation and compliance with PED 2014/68/EU and PE(S)R 2016 Module H.
Carry out internal system audits and manage follow-up corrective and preventative actions in line with QMS requirements.
Maintain and improve QMS procedures by reviewing effectiveness, addressing issues raised by departments, and updating documentation, processes, and working practices as required.
The Quality Engineer will support the Manager during 3rd party, client, and LQRA audits, ensuring all non-conformances are addressed and closed out.
Compile and issue customer certification packs.
Review and develop Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
Drive continual improvement through analysis of supplier rejects, in-process rejects, and customer complaints.
Support relevant feedback meetings and management reviews, providing data analysis and executive summaries.
Working Hours:
Monday to Thursday: 08:00 - 16:45
Friday: 08:00 - 13:30
We are keen to speak with individuals who have:
Manufacturing experience and knowledge specifically with valves or pressure systems (essential for this role).
EN 10204 certification.
Lead/Internal ISO 9001 Auditor.
Strong communication and leadership skills as well as being a logical and critical thinker with strong problem solving and failure mode identification capability.
Effective planner with ability to anticipate needs and implement structured solutions.
In return, the Quality Engineer will receive:
Basic Salary between £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (Dependent upon experience)
33 days annual leave comprising of flexible, statutory and end of year shut-down holidays
5 hr week
Early finish on Fridays
Monday to Thursday 8am - 4:15pm (lunch 12:00pm - 12:30pm) and Friday 9:00am - 13:30pm
Free onsite parking
Permanent, full-time position
Company Pension & Health Care
If you are interested in the Quality Engineer position, please click “APPLY NOW”.
Alternatively, please contact Megan from E3 Recruitment.
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Type: Permanent Location: Huddersfield, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £10 - £40000 per annum
Posted: 2026-04-28 15:52:32
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JOB DESCRIPTION
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
Short-term objectives:
Assume transactional responsibility for ERP purchasing transactions. Keep inventory at sufficient levels for items to fulfill requirements of production, and maintaining delivery of customer orders. Produce and review reports for purchasing, production planning, and inventory control. Work with and through others to obtain the best price, quality, delivery and service possible. Create an innovative approach for the reduction and consolidation of packaging materials.
Long term objectives:
Be responsible for the integrity of all transactions between our outside vendors and our company. Work with inventory planners to keep inventory levels at the optimum fill rate for our customers. Work with all departments to design/develop packaging which is optimized to benefit the WFG, and its customers. Improve transaction accuracy with our vendors to 100%.
Develop a packaging improvement plan covering largest opportunities, and benefits to the end use customers.
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.
Experience and Education Required
Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent 1-2 years purchasing experience Experience and knowledge of purchasing system with an integrated ERP system, Microsoft D365 preferred Experience and knowledge of Microsoft products (Excel preferred) Strong organizational, communication and negotiation skills
Desired requirements: Four year business degree Experience operating in an ERP system operating environment Experience in a lean (flow) manufacturing environment Experience in marine coatings preferred Experience in commodity purchases preferred
Reasoning Ability
Responsibility for following standards set and regarded as acceptable in a normal purchasing department environment, including proper presentation of the department and company to vendors and internal sources.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
No extraordinary physical demands will be required.
The individual will be sitting at a desk for extended periods of time.
The individual may do some walking through facility and occasional light lifting (up to approximately 20 pounds).
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Normal office environment.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI)
Cost savings - measured, and tracked Prevention of "Out of Stocks" - measured, and tracked Inventory dollars on hand for purchased category - measured, and tracked Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Hudson, North Carolina
Posted: 2026-04-28 14:10:37
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JOB DESCRIPTION
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
Other duties may be assigned.
Short-term objectives:
Assume transactional responsibility for ERP purchasing transactions. Keep inventory at sufficient levels for items to fulfill requirements of production, and maintaining delivery of customer orders. Produce and review reports for purchasing, production planning, and inventory control. Work with and through others to obtain the best price, quality, delivery and service possible. Create an innovative approach for the reduction and consolidation of packaging materials.
Long term objectives:
Be responsible for the integrity of all transactions between our outside vendors and our company. Work with inventory planners to keep inventory levels at the optimum fill rate for our customers. Work with all departments to design/develop packaging which is optimized to benefit the WFG, and its customers. Improve transaction accuracy with our vendors to 100%.
Develop a packaging improvement plan covering largest opportunities, and benefits to the end use customers.
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.
Experience and Education Required
Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent 1-2 years purchasing experience Experience and knowledge of purchasing system with an integrated ERP system, Microsoft D365 preferred Experience and knowledge of Microsoft products (Excel preferred) Strong organizational, communication and negotiation skills
Desired requirements: Four year business degree Experience operating in an ERP system operating environment Experience in a lean (flow) manufacturing environment Experience in marine coatings preferred Experience in commodity purchases preferred
Reasoning Ability
Responsibility for following standards set and regarded as acceptable in a normal purchasing department environment, including proper presentation of the department and company to vendors and internal sources.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
No extraordinary physical demands will be required.
The individual will be sitting at a desk for extended periods of time.
The individual may do some walking through facility and occasional light lifting (up to approximately 20 pounds).
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Normal office environment.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI)
Cost savings - measured, and tracked Prevention of "Out of Stocks" - measured, and tracked Inventory dollars on hand for purchased category - measured, and tracked Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Hudson, North Carolina
Posted: 2026-04-28 14:10:08
