We are looking for a Product Manager to lead discovery and delivery efforts for software solutions that improve how work gets done in complex, real-world environments. Based in Chicago, Illinois, this role focuses on learning directly from users in the field, shaping practical product decisions, and guiding solutions from early insight through launch and adoption. The ideal candidate combines strong qualitative research capabilities with product ownership, technical fluency, and the ability to drive measurable outcomes in ambiguous client settings.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct field-based research to understand operational workflows, user behaviors, and pain points, then translate those insights into clear product direction.<br>• Define and prioritize product initiatives by balancing user needs, business goals, and technical feasibility in partnership with engineering teams.<br>• Lead product work across discovery, prototyping, implementation, and post-launch adoption to ensure solutions deliver meaningful results.<br>• Build trust with frontline and non-technical users to gather honest feedback and encourage successful adoption of new tools and processes.<br>• Facilitate discussions with client stakeholders, delivery teams, and leadership to align on priorities, solution design, and expected outcomes.<br>• Create structured models, requirements, and product plans from qualitative findings to support effective execution and roadmap decisions.<br>• Partner with engineers to evaluate tradeoffs, clarify scope, and identify practical uses for automation within operational workflows.<br>• Design pilot programs, phased launches, and enablement approaches that support behavior change and long-term product success.<br>• Maintain and refine product backlogs, track issues, and support Agile delivery practices using tools such as Jira.<br>• Contribute to repeatable product and research methods that strengthen how teams deliver solutions over time.
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Production Artist for a part-time role (20–30 hours per week). This position will focus primarily on production work across social media assets, catalogs, brochures, and other marketing materials.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate will have strong Adobe Creative Suite skills and experience building catalog pages and social media graphics. This is a pure production role focused on executing updates, content changes, and layout revisions rather than high-level design or strategy.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Produce and update social media graphics, catalogs, brochures, and related materials</li><li>Build and revise catalog pages with accuracy and consistency</li><li>Execute content changes, edits, and production updates efficiently</li><li>Ensure files are polished, accurate, and aligned with brand standards</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to join our team in a neighboring south suburb near Naperville, Illinois on a Contract basis. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who can guide daily warehouse and operational activities, evaluate performance data, and support sound business decisions. The position requires someone who can balance strategic planning with practical execution while building strong working relationships across internal teams and external partners.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead day-to-day operational and warehouse activities, ensuring work is completed efficiently, accurately, and in line with business objectives.</p><p>• Review operational data, scorecards, and capacity indicators to identify trends and recommend actions that improve performance and service levels.</p><p>• Oversee budgeting activities, including spend planning, forecasting, and reconciliation of operating expenses against targets.</p><p>• Manage relationships with internal teams, third-party providers, and domestic and international postage partners to maintain dependable service and cost control.</p><p>• Provide leadership and direction to team members where applicable, setting a strong example through accountability, professionalism, and consistent execution.</p><p>• Support operational improvement efforts, including process implementation activities in environments that rely heavily on manual workflows.</p><p>• Resolve complex operational issues by assessing root causes, making informed decisions, and driving practical solutions through completion.</p><p>• Communicate clearly with stakeholders at multiple levels through written updates, operational reviews, and day-to-day collaboration.</p>
<p>We are looking for a 2nd Shift Production Manager to support production leadership on the second shift in Glendale Heights, Illinois. This position plays an important part in keeping manufacturing activities organized, on schedule, and aligned with safety and quality expectations. The ideal candidate is comfortable in a fast-moving environment, communicates effectively across teams, and helps drive steady operational performance throughout the shift.</p><p><br></p><p>Compensation: $58,240-$66,560</p><p>Monday-Friday Onsite</p><p>3:30pm-12:30am</p><p>Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, holiday</p><p><br></p><p><em>Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster</em></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Support second shift manufacturing</p><p>• Assist with coordinating floor operations by working closely with operators, line leads, and material handling staff</p><p>• Partner with quality, planning, and technical teams</p><p>• Track equipment issues during the shift and communicate maintenance concerns</p><p>• Help uphold company safety practices, operating procedures, and compliance expectations across all assigned activities</p><p>• Review production paperwork and batch-related records to ensure entries are complete, accurate, and properly maintained</p><p>• Contribute to process improvement efforts aimed at increasing output, reducing material loss, and improving workflow consistency</p><p>• Provide support for onboarding and cross-training activities so team members can build capability across production functions</p><p>• Prepare shift updates and performance summaries for leadership using key operational metrics and daily reporting data</p>
<p>We are looking for a Bilingual Production Manager to oversee second-shift manufacturing operations in Glendale Heights, Illinois. This Contract position calls for a hands-on leader who can guide teams in a fast-moving production environment while maintaining strong standards for safety, quality, and output. The role works closely with cross-functional partners to keep production on schedule, resolve operational issues, and support consistent execution across the shift. </p><p>Responsibilities: </p><p>• Direct second-shift production activities to achieve daily goals for volume, product quality, and workplace safety </p><p>• Coach, supervise, and develop operators, line leads, and material handling staff to build an accountable and productive team </p><p>• Partner with Quality, Research and Development, and Planning teams to support accurate batch execution and on-time order completion </p><p>• Track equipment performance during the shift and coordinate maintenance support when issues arise to reduce disruption </p><p>• Uphold company, safety, and regulatory standards across all manufacturing operations and reinforce compliance expectations </p><p>• Verify batch records and related production documents to ensure they are complete, accurate, and ready for review </p><p>• Lead process improvement efforts aimed at increasing throughput, reducing waste, and improving workflow efficiency </p><p>• Support onboarding and cross-training initiatives to strengthen workforce flexibility and readiness </p><p>• Prepare shift updates and key performance metrics for leadership to communicate results, issues, and operational trends</p>
<p><strong>Robert Half is partnering with our client, a leading Fortune 500 financial services organization, in this search for a Brand Marketing Manager to support high-visibility campaigns within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Hybrid in Chicago (3 days onsite)</p><p><strong>Pay Rate: </strong>$50-53/hour</p><p><strong>Duration: </strong>6-month contract with strong potential for extension or conversion</p><p><strong>Hours: </strong>40 hours/week</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>The Brand Marketing Manager will support the execution and day-to-day management of integrated marketing campaigns, with a focus on small business initiatives across paid and owned channels. This highly executional role partners closely with internal stakeholders and agency teams to bring campaigns to market, while managing workflows, developing creative briefs, coordinating production, and ensuring cross-functional alignment. The ideal candidate brings strong brand marketing and agency collaboration experience and thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Brand & Campaign Management</em></strong></p><ul><li>Support execution of integrated, omnichannel marketing campaigns aligned to business and brand objectives</li><li>Ensure consistency with brand guidelines across all deliverables</li><li>Partner with internal teams to align on priorities, timelines, and campaign goals</li></ul><p><strong><em>Creative Development & Agency Management</em></strong></p><ul><li>Develop and deliver clear, actionable creative briefs to agency partners</li><li>Manage agency relationships, including feedback, revisions, and final deliverables</li><li>Oversee production of creative assets across channels including digital, social, video, print, and email</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams (media, social, PR, analytics, project management) to ensure cohesive execution</li><li>Incorporate consumer insights into campaign development in partnership with research teams</li></ul><p><strong><em>Execution & Project Management</em></strong></p><ul><li>Manage multiple campaign workstreams, ensuring timelines, milestones, and deliverables are met</li><li>Oversee creative and media trafficking to ensure accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Coordinate campaign launches with internal and external partners</li><li>Track progress, maintain documentation, and ensure stakeholder alignment</li></ul><p><strong><em>Compliance & Approvals</em></strong></p><ul><li>Ensure all campaign materials meet legal, compliance, and risk requirements</li><li>Manage approval workflows and secure necessary sign-offs prior to launch</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced IT Manager to oversee the design, implementation, and management of advanced infrastructure solutions. This role requires strong technical expertise and leadership skills to ensure the organization’s IT systems are secure, efficient, and aligned with business objectives. Based in Wheeling, Illinois, this position offers an opportunity to collaborate across teams and drive technological excellence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and implement reliable infrastructure solutions, including on-premises and hybrid server environments.<br>• Administer and optimize network architecture, server systems (Windows and Linux), storage solutions, and disaster recovery plans.<br>• Manage virtualization platforms such as vSphere and vCenter to enhance system performance.<br>• Oversee Active Directory, group policies, and related services to ensure seamless operations.<br>• Ensure compliance with security standards, data protection laws, and industry regulations.<br>• Monitor and analyze system performance, addressing issues promptly to minimize downtime.<br>• Collaborate with IT and business leaders to align infrastructure strategies with organizational goals.<br>• Maintain thorough documentation of system configurations, processes, and troubleshooting guidelines.<br>• Provide mentorship and training to the Helpdesk Team to enhance their technical capabilities.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Director of Software Engineering to lead and shape our software engineering strategy. This role involves defining technical visions, designing cloud-based applications, and driving innovation through AI and automation technologies. If you have a passion for creating secure, scalable, and high-performing systems, we want to hear from you.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and implement a comprehensive software engineering strategy for cloud-hosted applications, integration services, and automation solutions.</p><p>• Define the technical vision for custom development, database integration, and process automation to support organizational systems.</p><p>• Identify and incorporate AI and automation technologies to enhance business processes and system efficiency.</p><p>• Establish and enforce engineering standards to ensure scalability, security, and performance across software systems.</p><p>• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for engineering processes, tools, and team operations.</p><p>• Make architectural decisions for Azure services, including App Services, Functions, Storage, Service Bus, Logic Apps, and Data Factory.</p><p>• Oversee the development of APIs, data pipelines, automation workflows, and system integrations.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with enterprise security standards, data governance policies, and operational controls.</p><p>• Research and recommend emerging technologies, such as AI/ML platforms and intelligent automation tools, to stay ahead in the industry.</p>
<p>We are seeking a <strong>Contract Agency Marketing Strategist</strong> to support a <strong>new business pitch tied to a prospective client opportunity</strong>. This role is ideal for a strategic marketer with strong agency experience, a sharp business development mindset, and deep <strong>shopper/trade marketing expertise</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Be Doing</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and develop marketing strategy for a new business/pitch opportunity</li><li>Bring senior-level strategic thinking to pitch development and business development efforts</li><li>Partner closely with creative, account, and cross-functional agency teams to shape pitch materials and recommendations</li><li>Translate client business challenges into clear, insight-driven marketing strategies</li><li>Contribute to the development of strategic positioning, messaging, and go-to-market thinking</li><li>Help craft persuasive pitch storytelling rooted in strong marketing fundamentals and trade/shopper expertis</li></ul><p><br></p>