Job Summary:
Proactive, analytical, curious and process oriented engineer responsible for providing basic to intermediate process engineering support to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency goals. Uses Electronic Data Gathering Systems and other available means to optimize manufacturing processes, delivering sustainable gains in cost-effectiveness and product performance. Assists with providing plant operations technical process expertise to standardize, develop, and improve existing manufacturing processes. Manages assigned process improvement work of basic to intermediate complexity, ensuring that all agreed-upon timelines and deliverables are met, meeting all expected safety and quality requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Proactively monitors the performance of processes and equipment daily. Troubleshoots, investigates, and finds solutions to manufacturing process issues as they arise. Effectively communicates with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and Safety to drive proposed solutions.Uses metrics, lean, and other continuous improvement methods to problem-solve and identify inefficiencies and solutions within production and other operational areas.Analyzes issues and data using root cause analysis, identifies opportunities, and assists in designing equipment, processes, and layouts to improve product quality, increase capacity, reduce safety risks, and deliver to best meet customer needs.Provides technical support to operations personnel to troubleshoot and resolve technical problems. Shares knowledge and insights with Manufacturing and Maintenance, including providing formal training as needed.Works with multifunctional teams involving operators, supervisors, management, and additional functional areas to identify and support process improvements and improved efficiencies.Assists with planning, designing, and managing engineering solutions that meet all safety, quality, financial, cGMP, and other regulatory requirements.Standardizes or modifies existing manufacturing processes to increase robustness, reliability, and compliance while reducing non-conforming products, low yields, and product quality issues.Works with other departments to develop and/or update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), process documentation, and training materials to support new or modified processes and equipment. Assists with training employees on new and modified processes and equipment.Confers with vendors to assess new technologies that can elevate efficiency. Supports the purchase of recommended equipment, materials, or software and evaluates effectiveness against specifications and goals. Prepares work orders and works closely with Maintenance when installation can be accomplished by internal resources.Ensures that all process improvement projects comply with all safety, GMP, and other relevant regulatory and internal company requirements.Coordinates and manages capital and expense improvement projects of a basic to intermediate level of complexity, developing project objectives/scope; determines project responsibilities; and successfully executes to deliver work on time and within budget
SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Supports a culture of safe production and exhibits safe work practices. Actively participates in the safety program by engaging in safety activities. Effectively provides and accepts constructive peer-to-peer feedback on safety performance. Adheres to policies, procedures, SOP’s, safe work practices, and safety policies and procedures. Reports ALL workplace incidents to supervisor immediately. Communicates concerns to supervisor, reports hazards, and provides input on prevention. Properly uses, wears, and stores Personal Protective Equipment when required. Participates on safety teams and/or completes safety-related activities as part of regular job responsibilities.
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 will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
B.S. degree in Engineering or related discipline and zero to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. Prior continuous improvement experience, and working experience in a FDA regulated environment using GMP/cGMP processes preferred.
COMPENTENCIES
Safety Management - Considers the impact on safety when making decisions.Acts with Integrity – Demonstrates responsible, ethical and honest behavior and models NOW’s core values.Attention to Detail - Ability to work accurately with excellent attention to detail skills.Continuous Improvement - High level of adaptability and ability to improve business results through accountability and cost management. Communicates Proactively and Effectively – Ability to clearly convey ideas and concepts verbally and in writing. Keeps others informed and listens to input and feedback. Strong verbal and written communication skills.Customer-Driven – Servant minded leader in which excellent service is provided to all customers and sees business through the eyes of the customer. Decision Making and Planning - Ability to make sound decisions while working under moderate functional supervision and close supervision on new aspects of assignments.Flexibility – Ability to prioritize and to shift directions as business needs require. Maintains a positive attitude and high quality workload. Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including off shifts and weekends. Problem-Solving – Reacts quickly and appropriately to opportunities and problems and makes sound decisions. Follows up in a timely manner to issues not immediately resolved. Excellent problem solving and analytical ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues while driving towards root cause analysis. Project Management (capital or expense) – Ability to develop project objectives and successfully execute project schedule by utilizing good project management methods/tools and resolving problems to deliver projects on time and within budget.Results Driven – Self-driven and motivated to accomplish objectives in a fast-paced environment. Displays a sense of urgency to meet all business objectives.Team Player - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, inside and outside the unit and to work effectively both independently and as a team player.Technical - Ability to critically review and interpret technical documentation.Time Management - Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, inside and outside the unit.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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works at a desk and must use a computer. The employee frequently communicates to employees, vendors and contractors. The employee is required to move from place to place within the facility and to travel to multiple facilities.
The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, including overhead reaching and horizontally on a ladder; ascend and/or descend stairs; bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job while working on the plant floor, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts.
When on the plant floor, the employee is frequently exposed to herbal aromas, dust, and/or airborne particles, some classified as allergens or irritants. This position works in all areas of NOW’s manufacturing facilities with direct exposure to ingredients (powders and liquids), mixes (powders and liquids), equipment, and packaging. Frequently exposed to all of the FDA designated major food allergens (Milk, Eggs, Fish, Crustacean shellfish (e.g. crab, lobster, shrimp), Tree nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, pecans), Wheat and Soybeans, except for peanuts.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud, and in some areas where louder hearing protection is required.
2025 BENEFITS AT A GLANCE
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Company DescriptionWe have been recognized locally and nationally as a great place to work, including recognition as a Chicago’s Best & Brightest Company to Work for Elite Winner, Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation Elite Winner, Nation’s Best & Brightest in Wellness Elite Winner, Best Places to Work in Illinois, and Chicago Tribune Top Workplace.Company DescriptionWe have been recognized locally and nationally as a great place to work, including recognition as a Chicago’s Best & Brightest Company to Work for Elite Winner, Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation Elite Winner, Nation’s Best & Brightest in Wellness Elite Winner, Best Places to Work in Illinois, and Chicago Tribune Top Workplace. Read LessEssential Duties and Responsibilities:
Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to develop a strategic and proactive approach to the Company’s legal, compliance and risk management matters, which includes identifying trends, developing frameworks, and hands-on implementation of various initiatives.Develop and maintain positive professional relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring legal matters are addressed in a comprehensive and collaborative manner.Provide insights, guidance and expertise while minimizing risk to the Company.Promote the Company’s core values, mission and operating tenets to reinforce and ensure clarity of standards and behaviors that all Company personnel are expected to exhibit.Provide consultation, guidance and coaching to Company personnel on legal matters to ensure alignment to the Company’s culture and values.Champion legal and regulatory compliance across the Company which includes self-audits to identify risk and drive corrective actions to mitigate.Provide legal services and assist the Company’s various functional teams’ (operations, engineering, domestic and international sales, quality and science, marketing, private label, finance and accounting, credit and collections, customer service, supply and purchasing, technical, IT and retail) strategies and implementation, to include, but not be limited to, label review, contract drafting and review, legal research, leasing issues and agreements, and prosecution, protection and enforcement of domestic and international intellectual property rights.Provide expertise and guidance on evolving substantive areas such as e-commerce, data privacy, AI, cyber-security, and anti-counterfeiting.Advise the Company, with the help of outside legal counsel, regarding the laws and regulations of the Federal Food & Drug Administration, Federal Trade Commission and other related federal and state governmental agencies, including international agencies and ministries of health, pertaining to the distribution, labelling, and advertising of dietary supplements, natural foods and personal care products.Research, draft and review legal agreements that promote and protect the legal rights and interests of the Company, including but not limited to the following areas: vendor agreements, licensing agreements, purchase agreements, supply agreements, quality agreements, service agreements, confidentiality agreements, independent contractor agreements, and intellectual property agreements.Assist with the coordination and management of commercial disputes, threatened and actual litigation and other legal proceedings and interface with outside counsel rendering service to the Company in dispute representation and other specialized legal affairs.Confer with and advise directors, officers and employees about corporate, Board and shareholder agreements and matters, including but not limited to corporate bylaws, Board elections, purchase and/or sale of Company property, annual Secretary of State filings and related corporate governance documents.Assist with the administration of the Company’s general liability, products liability, and workers compensation insurance policies; interface with insurance agents of the Company as needed; ensure the Company has received and provided certificates of liability insurance from vendors; with involvement of customer service, sales and marketing, and quality teams, handle product complaint records (PCRs) from domestic and international customers.
Qualifications and Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school required and admission to at least one State Bar; license to practice law and in good standing under any State Bar that enables admission to practice as in-house counsel in Illinois.Four or more years of relevant legal/business/transactional experience with a law firm, corporation (preferably dietary supplements/food/personal care industry), educational institution, trade association, etc.Demonstrated track record of partnering with Company personnel at various levels to manage complex legal matters in order to mitigate risk and drive business results. Demonstrated ability in managing and prioritizing competing requests across all Company-functional areas for support; experience in supporting C-suite executive team.Proven ability to be hands on, roll up sleeves and demonstrate initiative and a results driven orientation. Prior success in managing, organizing and/or completing multiple tasks and priorities. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and changing environment and high-performance culture. Have a mindset of continuous improvement and embrace the Company’s core values and operating tenets.Strong business acumen and the ability to understand the Company’s business, and to focus in on the matters that are key to the business. Be proactive, cost-effective and efficient in addressing potential issues. Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills; flexibility and resourcefulness, with a proclivity toward well-informed action.Excellent interpersonal skills, with an ability to inspire trust and confidence with stakeholders at all levels by virtue of keen business acumen, professional competence, integrity, communication skills and personal style. Demonstrate humility and authenticity while possessing executive presence. Proven ability to develop strong partnerships and influence resources outside one’s direct responsibility.Ability to handle sensitive situations tactfully yet firmly, to be assertive without being adversarial and to take unpopular positions when necessary while maintaining trust and credibility.Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly and concisely articulate complex legal concepts to a lay audience.
SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Supports a culture of safe production and operations; follows all safety rules and procedures. Actively participates in the safety program by engaging in training activities to learn what constitutes a safety hazard; reporting safety concerns to the supervisor, submitting safety suggestions, and correct or report to the appropriate people when you see a workplace health or safety hazard, until it is resolved. Assists with communicating safety information to new employees. Fulfills responsibilities as outlined in the Company safety management plan.
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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
2025 BENEFITS AT A GLANCE
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Company DescriptionWe have been recognized locally and nationally as a great place to work, including recognition as a Chicago’s Best & Brightest Company to Work for Elite Winner, Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation Elite Winner, Nation’s Best & Brightest in Wellness Elite Winner, Best Places to Work in Illinois, and Chicago Tribune Top Workplace.Company DescriptionWe have been recognized locally and nationally as a great place to work, including recognition as a Chicago’s Best & Brightest Company to Work for Elite Winner, Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation Elite Winner, Nation’s Best & Brightest in Wellness Elite Winner, Best Places to Work in Illinois, and Chicago Tribune Top Workplace. Read Less
Salary range: $67k-85k
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinates the company’s workers compensation program. Files claims with insurance company within 48 hours, follow up on all workers compensation administrative requirements. Communicates regular updates on status to employees, supervisors, and leadership. Initiates follow up as needed.
Provides guidance to employees and Supervisors regarding FMLA & LOA. Tracks all FMLA, disability, work-related and other leaves of absences. Sends required notices, including completing and sending disability claims to provider. Collaborate with Benefits group to ensure required insurance premiums are paid when employees are on leave.
Handles details of a highly confidential nature such as employee injury reports and other special reports. Maintains confidentiality of all employee records as necessary and follows policy regarding release of information.
Assists with annual benefits open enrollment period.
Assists with employee relations. Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs. Investigates problems, such as working conditions, disciplinary actions, and employee conflicts. According to circumstances, provides guidance to employees, supervisors and managers. Provides timely reports on employee relation issues and outcomes.
Conducts exit interviews to determine reasons behind separations and conducts employee interviews with current employees. Identifies trends and strategies to increase employee retention.
Supports recruitment efforts as needed. Assists various NOW locations with recruitment needs. Discusses staffing gaps and needs with supervisors and managers. Collaborates with Recruiting Team to staff accordingly. Updates and distributes job descriptions as necessary.
Continuously look for process improvements.
Performs a variety of administrative duties in all areas of Human Resources. Assembles and distributes information (i.e. training, benefits, company policies, company events) to employees. Administers employee surveys throughout the year.
Assists with other Human Resource duties, special projects, and employee events such as wellness screenings, and special employee activities.
Complies with safety and GMP requirements.
SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Supports a culture of safe production and operations; follows all safety rules and procedures. Actively participates in the safety program by engaging in training activities to learn what constitutes a safety hazard; reporting safety concerns to the supervisor, submitting safety suggestions, and correct or report to the appropriate people when you see a workplace health or safety hazard, until it is resolved. Assists with communicating safety information to new employees. Fulfills responsibilities as outlined in the company safety management plan.
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.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree and three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. PHR or SPHR certification preferred. Advanced knowledge of personnel policy and procedure and federal and state laws regarding employment practices is required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees and the public. Oral and written bi-lingual skills helpful.
REASONING ABILITY
Excellent problem solving and judgment skills required.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Must have intermediate to advanced skill level in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation. Excellent time management skills and the ability to effectively multi-task is essential. Strong communication (oral and written) skills required. Must present a professional, positive image always. Ability to work off hours as business needs require.
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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is regularly required to remain at stationary work location and occasionally to move from place to place within work facility. Employee is regularly required to use the telephone and computer. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
2025 BENEFITS AT A GLANCE
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Company DescriptionWe have been recognized locally and nationally as a great place to work, including recognition as a Chicago’s Best & Brightest Company to Work for Elite Winner, Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation Elite Winner, Nation’s Best & Brightest in Wellness Elite Winner, Best Places to Work in Illinois, and Chicago Tribune Top Workplace.Company DescriptionWe have been recognized locally and nationally as a great place to work, including recognition as a Chicago’s Best & Brightest Company to Work for Elite Winner, Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation Elite Winner, Nation’s Best & Brightest in Wellness Elite Winner, Best Places to Work in Illinois, and Chicago Tribune Top Workplace. Read LessThe Manufacturing Maintenance Mechanic I will be working a weekend schedule: (either)
Weekend Day: 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM, Friday - Sunday
Weekend Evening: 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM, Friday - Sunday
Job Summary:
Repairs and maintains machinery and electromechanical equipment in packaging, processing, distribution and plant infrastructure. Trains and mentors lesser skilled maintenance mechanics.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Installs, operates, maintains, repairs, lubricates, and troubleshoots complex processing and high- speed packaging machinery and other equipment in the facility such as gear boxes, variable speed drives, pumps and compressors, dust collecting equipment, code daters, check weighers, etc.Performs predictive and preventative maintenance activities as outlined in the CMMS system.Installs, maintains, and troubleshoots all types of A/C and D/C electrical equipment.Fabricates components using standard shop equipment including: lathe, mill, drill press, brake, shear, band saw, and various welding equipment.Operates production equipment as part of troubleshooting, and validation of completed maintenance activity.Assists Engineering in installation of new equipment. Works from drawings, verbal instructions and/or sketches.Works with technical support, the operations group, and peer mechanics to resolve problematic machine or personnel issues.Helps maintain spare parts inventory for plant as directed by checking out parts form parts room, using parts ordering procedure, and restocking inventory.Helps maintain shop areas and parts room so they are clean and orderly.Actively participates in root cause analysis and other plant continuous improvement initiatives. Recommends and implements continuous improvement ideas.Occasionally performs work in other areas such as building maintenance.Complies with safety and cGMP requirements. Follows (LO/TO) all Safety procedures and wears all personal protective equipment as directed by Company Safety Policy.
SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
Supports a culture of safe production and exhibits safe work practices. Actively participates in the safety program by engaging in safety activities. Effectively provides and accepts constructive peer-to-peer feedback on safety performance. Adheres to policies, procedures, SOP’s, safe work practices, and safety policies and procedures. Reports ALL workplace incidents to supervisor immediately. Communicates concerns to supervisor, reports hazards, and provides input on prevention. Properly uses, wears, and stores Personal Protective Equipment when required. Participates on safety teams and/or completes safety-related activities as part of regular job responsibilities.
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 will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school plus a minimum of two years of related experience OR a minimum five years related experience. Comprehensive knowledge of machine troubleshooting, electrical, mechanical, fabrication, pneumatics, hydraulics, OSHA standards, cGMP’s, lock-out/tag-out is required. Food or pharmaceutical industry experience preferred.
PERFORMANCE ABILITY
Demonstrated strong working knowledge and ability to repair packaging and processing production equipment within one year from the date of employment. Solid knowledge of machine capabilities, manufacturing process, and ability to troubleshoot. Ability to train and mentor other employees (including lesser skilled maintenance mechanics). Demonstrated ability to consistently meet quality, safety and efficiency goals. Excellent problem-solving skills required. Excellent organizational and planning skills; ability to prioritize and calmly handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment; demonstrate a strong sense of urgency; independent thinker with the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced team environment; initiative to complete tasks on time with minimal supervision; and flexibility to change tasks frequently and work in different work centers as business needs require. Strong teamwork skills; ability to work and communicate effectively with others; excellent interpersonal and listening skills; strong attention to detail skills; and demonstrated high quality of work. Consistently follows all company policies and procedures, including all safety policies and procedures.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively to coworkers and supervisors.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, addition, subtraction, multiplication, decimals, and measurements.
REASONING ABILITY
Excellent problem solving skills required.
OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES
Basic computer skills required. Demonstrate an understanding of the company priorities and core values and daily activities must support them.Must read and understand electrical and mechanical blueprints, use simple shop math, and possess knowledge of company, local, state, and federal electrical codes.Ability to quickly understand the theory of operation of both processing and high-speed packaging equipment. Must be familiar with PLC, solid state, and servo control. Possesses a working knowledge of electrical test equipment such as digital multimeter, amp probe, megger, etc. Ability to work other shifts and weekends and to travel to other facilities.
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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and move throughout the facility; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, including overhead reaching and horizontally on a ladder; ascend and/or descend stairs; bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee must regularly lift, move (in some cases drag items), slide, raise and/or place:
Step on and off ladders and equipment at 24 inches.Grasp 50 lbs. of force.Push and pull 42 lbs. of force at 36 inches.Lift up to 60 lbs. from floor to waist.Lift up to 60 lbs. from 31 inches, carry for 5 feet and return to 31 inch surface.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to herbal aromas, dust, and/or airborne particles, some classified as allergens or irritants. This position works in all areas of NOW’s manufacturing facilities with direct exposure to ingredients (powders and liquids), mixes (powders and liquids), equipment, and packaging.
The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes, cold, and heat. The employee is required to travel to other facilities. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud, and in some areas where louder hearing protection is required.
2025 BENEFITS AT A GLANCE
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Company DescriptionWe have been recognized locally and nationally as a great place to work, including recognition as a Chicago’s Best & Brightest Company to Work for Elite Winner, Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation Elite Winner, Nation’s Best & Brightest in Wellness Elite Winner, Best Places to Work in Illinois, and Chicago Tribune Top Workplace.Company DescriptionWe have been recognized locally and nationally as a great place to work, including recognition as a Chicago’s Best & Brightest Company to Work for Elite Winner, Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation Elite Winner, Nation’s Best & Brightest in Wellness Elite Winner, Best Places to Work in Illinois, and Chicago Tribune Top Workplace. Read Less