Operations Leadership
Career Overview
$94,730
median annual salary
131,300
jobs nationwide in 2018
7,400
approximate # of new jobs by 2028
Lead a logistics operation in all aspects of the business.
Collaborate across departments to work on business growth.
Supervise the work of logistics specialists, planners, and dispatchers.
Create policies and procedures for logistics activities.
Direct distribution center operations and make sure they’re maximizing efficiency.
Resolve problems concerning transportation, logistics systems, or customer issues.
What It Takes
As a veteran, you’re a natural leader. The leadership skills you’ve worked hard to build translate well to a management position within the logistics industry. If you’re someone who’s good at rallying people and inspiring confidence, take a closer look at this career.
An Eye for Detail
This position requires keeping detailed records while managing multiple projects in a quick-moving environment.
Adaptability
You must be able to manage unforeseen issues and adjust as needed to resolve problems.
Critical Thinking
You’ll need to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of a particular process or operation.
Clear Communication
Operations leaders need strong communication skills as they collaborate with others.
Excellent Leadership
Leading by example is critical for this position.
Career Progression
Step 1
Complete bachelor’s degree
Step 2
Get certified through APICS
Step 3
Work as supply chain manager/logistician
Step 4
Move into leadership
Key Companies
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Packing / Clipping Associate
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Ticket Barrier System Technician
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Education Program Supervisor
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Material Handler Equipment Operator
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Wheeled Account Manager
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Electromechanic Journeyman
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HVAC Installer
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Service Plumber
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HVAC Service Technician
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Direct Support Professional
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Construction Tech
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Benefits Specialist
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Interior Construction for Trailer Assembly
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Correctional Casework Manager
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Chaplain
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Correctional Officer
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Program Coordinator
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LSCW Program Director- Youth Treatment Facility
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weekend/evening Supervisor and manager-Youth Treatment Facility
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Correctional Officer
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Correctional Caseworker IYC
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Mental Health Technician
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Correctional Officer
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Correctional Officer
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Correctional Officer
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Correctional Caseworker
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Correctional Officer IR
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Correctional Officer IYC
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Maintenance Foreman
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Correctional Officer
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Plant Foreman
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Correctional Offier
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Clerical Asst. IR
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Correctional Officer RDC
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Correctional Officer
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Maintenance Supervisor
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Intelligence Analyst
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Correctional Casework Manager
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Cook
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Machine Operator
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Correctional Officer
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Pipefitter/Welder – CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE ONLY- Indiana
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Plumbing Field Supervisor -Indiana
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Pipefitter/Welder – CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE ONLY- Indiana
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Plumber Journeyman – Indiana
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Support Team Member
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Outpatient Therapy Access Rep
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HVAC Sheetmetal Mechanic – 100% NATIONWIDE TRAVEL
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Electrical Foreman – 100% NATIONWIDE TRAVEL
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Plumber Foreman – Indiana
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Plumber Foreman/Journeyman – 100% NATIONWIDE TRAVEL
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Social Worker-MSW
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Warehouse Team Member
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1st Shift Maintenance and Facilities
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Warehouse Supervisor
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Roadway Maintenance Supervisor
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Land Survey Crew Chief
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Land Survey Crew Chief
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Land Survey Crew Chief
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Repair Technician
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Manager, Technical Operations
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Construction Worker
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Stationary Engineering Powerhouse – Boiler Operator and Maintenance
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Corporate Tax Manager
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SIA Maintenance Technician
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Team Lead- Stocking
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Team Lead- Front End
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Team Lead- Digital
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Team Lead- Front End
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Team Lead- Stocking
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Team Lead- Apparel
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Team Lead- Stocking
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Team Lead- Overnight
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Team Lead- Apparel
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Team Lead- Food and Consumables
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Team Lead- Hardlines
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Team Lead- Front End
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Team Lead- Apparel
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Team Lead- Overnight
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Team Lead- Deli/Bakery
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Team Lead- Front End
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Team Lead- Digital
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Team Lead- Front End
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Team Lead- Stocking
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Team Lead- Seasonal
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Team Lead- Deli/Bakery
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Electromechanic Journeyman
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Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
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Finish Supervisor
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Full Stack .NET Developer/Programmer Analyst
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Mobile Application Developer/Programmer Analyst
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Licenced Practical Nurse
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QMA
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CNA
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Resident Assistant
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LPN
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Certified Nursing Aide
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Certified Medication Aide
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Certified Nurse’s Aide
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Housekeeper
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QMA
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Home Health Aide
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CNA
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Pharmacy Technician – Fulfillment
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Manager, Cloud Security
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Cloud Security Engineer I
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Systems Administrator, Advanced Product Support
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IT Security Analyst II
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IT Systems Engineer
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IT Systems Engineer
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Customer Service Representative Tier 1 & 2
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Program/Project Manager
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Administrative Manager
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Acquisition Management Support I
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Acquisition Management Support II
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Acquisition Management Support III
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Quality Engineer – Aerospace
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Engineering Draftsperson
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Production Staff
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Quality Assurance Analyst
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Project Engineer
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Sales Engineer
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Design Technician III
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Selector
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Tank Manager
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Machine Repair Manager
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Mould Repair Manager
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Process Handler II
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Mould Maker
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Project Electrical Engineer
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SAP Master Data Supervisor
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Pricing Analyst
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Corporate Accountant
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Sustainability Director
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Project Mechanical Engineer
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Senior Furnace Design and Construction Engineer
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Machine Repair Manager
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Asset Reliability Maintenance Planner
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Job Change Manager
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Process Handler II
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Production Control Clerk
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Bookkeeper
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Placement Specialist
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3rd Shift Warehouse Supervisor
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Account Manager
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Electrician
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Human Resources Assistant
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Warehouse Associate
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Painter
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Instrument Technician
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Prepping & Receiving Clerk
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Data Entry Clerk
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Maintenance Technician
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Production Technician – Strip Conversion (2nd shift) 3-month Fixed Duration Employee
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Production Technician – Strip Packaging (1st shift) 3-month Fixed Duration Employee
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Production Technician – Strip Packaging (1st shift) Fixed Duration Employee
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Production Technician – Strip Packaging (2nd shift) 3-month Fixed Duration Employee
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Production Technician – Strip Packaging (2nd shift) 6-month Fixed Duration Employee
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Production Technician – Strip Conversion (3rd shift) 3-month Fixed Duration Employee
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HR Recruiter
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Staff/Senior Accountant
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Aircraft Refueler/Line Service Technician
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Customer Service Representative
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Maintenance Supervisor
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Defense Programs Business Analyst
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Engineer ll – Grid Management
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Protection & Controls Engineer I or Engineer II
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Protection & Controls Engineer III or Senior Engineer
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Warehouse Associate
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Maintenance Technician
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SRO
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Weekend Flex
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Security Officer- Evening Access
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Operating Engineer
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Facilities Tech II
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Landscaping Technician II
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CSC Specialist II
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Airport Maintenance Worker
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Building Maintenance Engineer
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Run Plant Engineer
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Composite Technician I – 2nd Shift
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General Site Manager
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Logistics Coordinator
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Administrative Specialist / Food Service
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Logistics Warehouseman (AFMIS Operators)
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Maximo Operations Coordinator
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Operations Coordinator
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Logistics Supervisor
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Food Service Supervisor
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Food Service Manager
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Sous Chef
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Labor Foreman
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Associate Specialist, Quality Assurance
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Specialist, Field Security
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Facility Supervisor
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Forklift Operator
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Warehouse Worker
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Industrial Electricians
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Medical Services Manager
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Program Support Specialist
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Onboarding Specialist
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Operations Manager
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Lead Payroll Specialist
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General Manager
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Human Resources Generalist
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Accounts Payable Analyst II
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Production Technician
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Intermediate Printer Technician
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Operations Supervisor- Fort Wayne
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Machine Operator
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Quality Assurance Manager
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Part-time Retail Banker Indianapolis Clearwater Office
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Part-time Retail Banker Ligonier Downtown Office
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Adult Crossing Guard
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Electronics Test Technician
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Lead Test Engineer
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Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer
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Shore-Based Test Facility Engineer
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Electronic Warfare Engineer
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Configuration Management Specialist
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Full-time Retail Banker Float Indianapolis Region
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Warehouse
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Commodity Manager
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Defense Contracts Manager
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VP, Commercial Banking Officer
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Housekeeping Manager
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Security Officer
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Amusement and Arcade Game Field Technician
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Compounder
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IT Systems/Infrastructure Support Specialist
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FT One-Call Center Associate
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Network Engineer
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Field Technician
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Quality Control Chemist
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Full-time Retail Banker II, Warsaw Downtown Office
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Retail Banker II
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Full-time Retail Banker II, Elkhart Beardsley Office
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Full-time Retail Banker II Kendallville Office
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Full-time Retail Banker II, Milford Office
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Full-time Retail Banker II, Middlebury Office
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Part-time Retail Banker I
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Firmware Engineer- Battery Testing
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Powertrain Design Engineer
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Technical Project Manager
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Shift Supervisor, EfW Power Plant – Eligible for $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
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Utility Operator
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Auxiliary Operator
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LDI Operator
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Storekeeper
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CSSP Engineer
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Electro-Plater
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Production Lead, CNC
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Composite Technician (1st Shift)
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System Administrator
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Associate Electronics Technician / Electronics Technician #16722
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RF Technician
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Fabrication Technician (1st Shift)
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Restoration Technician
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Lead Restoration Technician
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Controls Engineer
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Corp Social Responsibility & Sustainability Specialist
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