<p>Chris Preble from Robert Half is working with a Cortland client of his to help them hire a Marketing Manager. In this role you can work from home 1 day a week! This company has really good benefits, lots of growth and very good work life balance.</p><p><br></p><p>We’re looking for a creative and strategic Marketing Manager to lead digital and brand initiatives that strengthen customer engagement and drive measurable business results. This individual will oversee campaign development, manage digital platforms, and collaborate across departments to ensure consistent brand messaging and marketing execution.</p><p>The ideal candidate is both analytical and imaginative — someone who thrives on improving marketing performance through innovative ideas, data insights, and cross-functional teamwork.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and implement marketing strategies that enhance brand awareness and support sales growth across multiple channels.</li><li>Manage digital marketing campaigns including social media, email, and content creation.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver high-impact marketing initiatives.</li><li>Review and refine marketing materials to ensure messaging accuracy, tone consistency, and brand alignment.</li><li>Analyze campaign metrics and digital performance to guide ongoing strategy adjustments.</li><li>Coordinate promotions, product launches, and special initiatives that align with business objectives.</li><li>Report regularly on marketing performance, customer engagement, and brand visibility.</li><li>Stay current on emerging marketing tools, trends, and technologies to continuously improve results.</li></ul>
<p>Chris Preble is working with a Syracuse manufacturing client of his that is seeking a proven leader to drive operational excellence and spearhead a lean transformation across its production operations. This role will combine hands-on management with strategic leadership, overseeing day-to-day production while embedding a continuous improvement culture throughout the organization.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all aspects of production operations, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are consistently met.</li><li>Drive lean manufacturing initiatives, including value stream mapping, 5S, Kaizen, SMED, and visual management, to optimize efficiency and reduce waste.</li><li>Partner with leadership to design and execute a multi-year lean transformation roadmap.</li><li>Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for production, track results, and implement corrective actions where needed.</li><li>Champion a culture of continuous improvement, engaging and training staff at all levels in lean principles and problem-solving methods.</li><li>Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, and safety standards.</li><li>Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and quality teams to improve workflows and implement best practices.</li><li>Provide coaching, mentoring, and leadership to supervisors and production staff to build high-performing teams.</li><li>Identify opportunities for technology adoption and process automation to support long-term scalability.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Chris Preble from Robert Half is helping his client look for an experienced and motivated HR Generalist to join their manufacturing team in the Auburn, NY area. In this role, you will provide comprehensive support across a variety of human resources functions, working closely with the Head of HR to ensure smooth operations and a positive workplace environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a proactive individual to contribute to the development of HR policies and programs while fostering employee engagement.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Act as a trusted partner to the Head of HR, assisting with daily operations and strategic initiatives.</p><p>• Support employee relations efforts by ensuring fair and consistent implementation of company policies.</p><p>• Oversee performance management processes, including providing guidance to managers and employees.</p><p>• Assist in developing and improving HR policies and ensuring compliance with regulations.</p><p>• Maintain accurate HR records, documentation, and reporting to support organizational needs.</p><p>• Collaborate with teams to promote a healthy and inclusive workplace culture.</p><p>• Identify opportunities for process improvements and take initiative in driving HR projects forward.</p><p>• Coordinate onboarding, benefits administration, and training programs to enhance employee experiences.</p><p>• Manage HR systems effectively to ensure seamless operations and data accuracy.</p>
