Operations Associate (great for recent grads)

Build something that’s growing fast. Earn responsibility early.
Blue Ribbon Fastener Co. is a high‑growth industrial distributor serving leading OEMs across North America. We’re a lean, ambitious team focused on operational excellence, customer service, and continuous improvement.

We’re looking for an Operational Associate
who wants to be in the middle of it all: operations, sales, sourcing, and problem‑solving. This is a role for someone early in their career who wants real ownership, not busywork.

What You’ll Own

Help drive key operational KPIs (OTD, inventory accuracy, freight cost, etc.)

Step in wherever needed—warehouse, office, customer service

Resolve customer issues quickly and at the highest level

Process orders and purchase orders with precision and speed

Identify and fix operational problems at the root

Support quoting and sourcing across a wide supplier base

Help move aging inventory and improve working capital

Support key accounts and new business initiatives

What We’re Looking For

High attention to detail and strong work ethic

Comfortable taking ownership and figuring things out

Strong communication and problem‑solving skills

Willingness to roll up your sleeves (office + warehouse exposure)

Desire to grow with a company and earn increasing responsibility

Ability to work on site in Skokie, IL

Why This Role

Direct exposure to leadership and core business operations

Fast learning curve across sales, ops, and supply chain

Clear path to grow into larger roles based on performance

Work on real problems that impact company growth

Compensation

$50,000 base salary

Up to $10,000 annual in quarterly performance bonuses

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