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About our family of companies: We are on a mission to bring learning to life ! At our family of companies, Learning Resources , Educational Insights, and hand2mind, we create a unique range of toys, educational products and supplemental curriculum trusted by teachers and loved by families alike. Voted among the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces for the last five consecutive years, we are a 350-person strong, family-owned organization dedicated to helping kids succeed in school and develop a love of learning. In addition to high-quality, hands-on products like VersaTiles and Cuisenaire Rods, we make award-winning toys, including top sellers such as the Pretend & Play Cash Register, the Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set and Toy of the Year winner Botley the Coding Robot as well as Educational Insights top sellers Kanoodle , GeoSafari Jr. series, and Playfoam™. We pride ourselves on being committed to our employee's personal and professional development, a thriving culture and a diverse, creative atmosphere. Along with our culture and competitive benefits package, we offer opportunities for training and development by Harvard and UCLA professors as well as in-demand, motivating external speakers. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! We hope you'll come join our award-winning team today! Team & Position Description: We are currently seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to join our Human Resources Team! This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the employee experience and contribute directly to the organization's cultural and operational success. As a recipient of the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplace Award for five consecutive years , our company and team is dedicated to fostering a supportive and dynamic environment where employees thrive. The HR Coordinator will gain hands-on experience in employee relations, HRIS system management, and the execution of high-impact HR programs. This position is ideal for professionals eager to build expertise in HR operations while contributing to a workplace recognized for its excellence in culture and employee engagement. What you'll do day to day: Manage new hire communications, including sending offer confirmations, onboarding schedules, and first-day instructions. Oversee onboarding tasks such as collecting and verifying new hire paperwork, including I-9s and tax forms, and ensuring data entry into the ADP HRIS system. Ensure compliance with legal and organizational standards by maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS, including data entry, terminations, and routine audits of HR processes. Process HR-related invoices, ensuring accurate budget coding and timely payments. Coordinate scheduling for HR meetings, such as New Hire Check-ins, Talent Reviews, and Exit Interviews. Act as the first point of contact for employee inquiries via the HR Help Desk, providing timely and accurate resolutions. Conduct regular Employee Pulse Check-ins, documenting and addressing feedback as needed. Support and execute logistics for HR cultural events, such as team-building activities and celebrations. Schedule and manage logistics for training programs, including participant sign-ups, trainer specific arrangements, and materials preparation. Track participant attendance and feedback for training programs, providing follow-up reports to leadership. Assist in planning and organizing large-scale training events, like Leadership Summits or Managerial Training. Troubleshoot user issues with HR software tools (e.g., ADP, Nectar) and ensure systems run smoothly. Create and distribute HR surveys (e.g., Post-Training Surveys, Exit Surveys, Culture Event Surveys). Collect and analyze survey responses, preparing reports and recommendations for HR leadership. Handle administrative tasks related to benefits enrollment, ensuring employees have access to the necessary resources. Coordinate special HR programs, such as Summer Intern initiatives, Volunteer Days, or Donation Match campaigns. Assist HR leadership with brainstorming and executing strategies for employee engagement or process improvements. Assist with additional tasks, projects, and responsibilities as needed to support leadership and address evolving business priorities. What we're looking for (Key Performance Objectives): Within the first 30 days, begin coordinating HR Culture Events (Ongoing): Assist in brainstorming and executing engaging HR-led cultural events, ensuring alignment with company values. Track participation and satisfaction rates to establish benchmarks for future event planning. Within the first 60 days, serve as HR Systems Liaison (Ongoing): Act as the primary point of contact for troubleshooting employee issues with HR software tools, such as Nectar and performance management platforms. Ensure resolution of 95% of tickets within 48 hours. Within the first 90 days, facilitate employee check-ins and reviews (Monthly): Schedule and support execution of New Hire Check-ins, Talent Reviews, and Exit Interviews. Maintain a tracking dashboard to monitor completion rates and generate insights for management action. Enhance Training Logistics for Development Programs (By Q2): Take full ownership of coordinating logistics for all training and development programs, including managing communications, sign-ups, venue arrangements, and materials preparation. Implement a tracking system to measure participant satisfaction and post-training application of skills, achieving a minimum 85% positive feedback rating on surveys. Develop a Centralized HR Resource Hub (By Q3): Collaborate with the HR team to create and launch an online resource hub for employees by the end of Q3. This hub should consolidate policies, FAQs, forms, and key HR processes, reducing employee inquiries to the HR Help Desk by 20% within three months of implementation. Requirements/Ideal Attributes: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience. 1-3 years of experience in an HR support role, with exposure to HRIS systems and onboarding processes preferred. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on delivering exceptional employee support. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and familiarity with HR software systems such as ADP or similar platforms. A collaborative mindset, willingness to learn, and the adaptability to thrive in a dynamic and growing organization. Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in data entry, record-keeping, and compliance with organizational and legal standards. We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer. Please note : This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time. Compensation Range: $27.88 - $32.69 per hour - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here). #LI-hybrid #LI-hybrid

We have a TALL order The Creative Director is responsible for the management and leadership of the Creative team. The Creative Director must be able to collaboratively translate Marketing plans and drive strategic thought leadership to create innovative, inspiring and flexible digital creative visions. The Creative team is the subject matter expert when it comes to the visual design and layout, brand language, typographic and color components of our user interfaces. The Creative Director must be able to mentor, manage and motivate internal and external creative resources. Critical components of this position include user-interface design/user-centered design and conversion driven design. We need practical CREATIVE solutions to e-commerce challenges Develop and manage a scalable creative function serving all business units, capable of flexing resources to accommodate changes in the size and scope of business needs. Ensure consistent and transparent communication around the flow of projects and approvals; coordinate with Account, Program Management, Business Analysis, Delivery Management, and Implementation teams for highly integrated execution. Manage the delivery of compelling direct marketing concepts and intuitive navigation for client sites, digital marketing strategies and online advertising initiatives. Manage the delivery of engaging, direct marketing copy that drives consumers to buy our client's products and enables superior online user experience and SEO efficacy. Define, establish and refine a standard set of objective evaluative criteria for all design work, based on direct marketing principles. Ensure the diligent maintenance of client brand standards in all Creative and Production executions. The CONSUMER is at the center of everything we do Develop solid user experience guidelines, including defined interaction design criteria, for use in the Creative and Production teams, including standard outputs for their consumption. Leverage Web Analytics data sources, including Google Analytics and Tealeaf, to define a routine process for delivering business-unit and client-specific recommendations surrounding user experience and consumer insights Develop and implement a well-defined methodology for prototyping across the Supply chain, both within the Creative group, the larger Technology and Marketing Operations teams, and the organization as a whole. We need LEADERSHIP to take us to the next level Develop, deliver and evangelize a culture of testing in the team's activities, based on sound principles of direct marketing, frequent and regular user experience - effective from intent to purchase - testing, and data-driven analytics. Develop deep understanding of business objectives and continuously align and reinforce communication around achievement of within the team and across the organization. Effective communication and collaboration of financial objectives, impacts and learning against business objectives. Includes cost-modeling, vendor management and budgeting process. Encourage frequent collaboration across not only the individual teams and their clients, but across the organization as a whole. Support the team in developing collaborative alliances that will strengthen teamwork within the group as a whole. Continually define ways to increase internal client satisfaction through continuous improvement and expense control for cost optimization; serve as the leadership voice for all Creative activities. We're looking for a TEAM builder Manage the career development of direct reports and the reporting chain as a whole. Manage the assignment of team members to internal client projects as needed. Exercise staff oversight to ensure new operations plans, policies, procedures, and transition/migration plans are consistent with the overall company goals and objectives. We scale with VENDOR partnerships Establish, negotiate and build relationships with vendors and contractors needed to meet the Creative staff augmentation and outsourcing needs of the company. Work with Finance to ensure accurate demand forecasting, cost modeling and accounting for all contractors and suppliers. Build financial models for defining appropriate mix of internal vs. external resources relative to internal client financial goals. These attributes hint at SUCCESS Four-year degree 10+ years of experience, preferably at a Creative, Direct Marketing or User Experience agency Solid experience leading creative for direct marketing for digital experiences including websites and landing pages. Experience of the business development cycle, client presentations and selling conceptual creative internally and externally. Understanding of the role of copywriting, color, typography, interaction design, photographic and illustrative treatments, and their application in the execution of direct marketing. Experience with mobile, social and email marketing. Strong project management skills and keen understanding of concept-to-execution development process. Ability to operate with candor and integrity, collaborate and build trust. Type of Employment Contract-to-hire, Full Time Employment

About our family of companies: We are on a mission to bring learning to life ! At our family of companies, Learning Resources , Educational Insights, and hand2mind, we create a unique range of toys, educational products and supplemental curriculum trusted by teachers and loved by families alike. Voted among the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces for the last five consecutive years, we are a 400-person strong, family-owned organization dedicated to helping kids succeed in school and develop a love of learning. In addition to high-quality, hands-on products like VersaTiles and Cuisenaire Rods, we make award-winning toys, including top sellers such as the Pretend & Play Cash Register, the Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set and Toy of the Year winner Botley the Coding Robot as well as Educational Insights top sellers Kanoodle , GeoSafari Jr. series, and Playfoam™. We pride ourselves on being committed to our employees' personal and professional development, a thriving culture and a diverse, creative atmosphere. Along with our culture and competitive benefits package, we offer opportunities for training and development by university professors as well as in-demand, motivating external speakers. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! We hope you'll come join our award-winning team today! Team & Position Description: This role offers a career-defining opportunity to lead and shape an integrated media strategy at a fast-growing toy company where your expertise in media strategy and quantitative analysis will drive tangible results. You will work at the intersection of performance marketing and brand-building, directly impacting the company's growth on e-commerce giants and retail platforms. With visibility across the organization, you'll directly influence the company's growth trajectory and collaborate with a creative, passionate group of marketing professionals. What you'll do day to day: As the Director, Paid Media , you will lead the company's media strategy and execution, bringing strong quantitative and analytical expertise to optimize media investments across platforms. This role oversees high-impact budgets and operations for Amazon media (including Sponsored Ads, DSP, and streaming campaigns), Retail Media (e.g., Target, Walmart, and others), Paid Social, and Awareness, while ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of marketing mix decisions. You will manage awareness campaigns to elevate brand visibility and play a critical role in developing and executing annual marketing plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams. This position leads three direct reports who manage specialized teams and serves as the primary liaison with external media agencies. What we're looking for (Key Performance Objectives): 1. Develop and Execute a Data-Driven Media Strategy Within the first 90 days, establish a robust quantitative framework to evaluate and optimize media spend across performance channels (e.g., Sponsored Ads, DSP) and upper-funnel media (e.g., streaming and digital video). Implement systems to measure the incrementality of media decisions, identifying the ROI for each channel and improving marketing mix efficiency by at least 15% within the first year. Present quarterly reports to leadership with insights on media performance, including recommendations to adjust the marketing mix to maximize incrementality and impact. 2. Measure and Optimize Marketing Mix Effectiveness Within six months, introduce tools and models (e.g., MMM or multi-touch attribution) to assess the overall effectiveness of media investments, isolating key drivers of sales and brand impact. Collaborate with the analytics team to deliver actionable insights on incrementality, ROI, and cross-channel interactions, ensuring marketing investments are aligned with business objectives. Achieve a measurable improvement in media efficiency while maintaining or growing conversion volume. 3. Lead Amazon and Retail Media Operations Within the first 90 days, streamline processes for managing Amazon and Retail Media campaigns, ensuring optimal resource allocation across Sponsored Ads, DSP, and retailer platforms like Target and Walmart. Achieve a 10% increase in ROAS within the first year by leveraging data-driven optimizations and enhanced targeting. Partner with brand marketing and sales teams to deliver integrated campaigns that increase in-store sales and achieve buyer expectations across key retail accounts. 4. Drive Awareness Media Campaigns Lead the team in planning and executing brand awareness campaigns, including streaming video and digital media, to achieve a 10% lift in brand awareness among target demographics. Develop innovative cross-platform media strategies that integrate upper-funnel and performance media efforts, ensuring cohesive storytelling and measurable outcomes. Implement advanced analytics to track the impact of awareness campaigns on downstream conversions, contributing to a growth in total sales. 5. Collaborate on Annual Marketing Plans and Ongoing KPIs Work closely with the brand teams to develop and execute annual marketing plans, ensuring alignment of media strategies with overarching business goals. Within 60 days, establish a cadence for providing KPIs, dashboards, and insights to internal stakeholders, including actionable recommendations to enhance campaign performance. Ensure all media plans integrate with broader marketing objectives and deliver consistent performance metrics to measure success. 6. Build and Coach a High-Performing Team Within the first 60 days, conduct a talent assessment for three direct reports and their teams, creating individualized development and coaching plans. Foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, providing regular mentorship to ensure team members achieve career milestones while delivering business results. Build succession plans and identify opportunities to address skill gaps, collaborating with HR to recruit and onboard new talent as necessary. 7. Strengthen Partnerships with Media Agencies Serve as the key point of contact for external media agencies, ensuring accountability for delivering quantifiable results. Within six months, implement performance-based evaluations for agency partners, achieving fee reductions, where possible, while maintaining top-tier service. Develop processes for agency collaboration, including joint planning sessions and post-campaign reviews to drive continuous improvement. Requirements/Ideal Attributes: Bachelors degree required, MBA preferred 10+ years experience in paid media management including advanced experience in retail media (Amazon Advertising, Walmart Luminate, Target Roundel, etc.), display, programmatic media, streaming video, paid search; agency experience a plus Proven results driving growth in brand awareness, loyalty and customer acquisition Technical knowledge of tracking, tools (dynamic creative optimization, etc.) and experiment design and implementation People management experience; skilled at developing talent Data Driven with excellent analytical skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong skills in Fostering Teams & Collaboration, Driving Change, and Learning Agility Demonstrated track record of accountability We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer. Please note : This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time. Compensation Range: $150,000 - $180,000 annual salary - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here). #LI-hybrid

We are on a mission to bring learning to life! We are Learning Resources , and learning is where we play. Voted one of the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces every year for the last four years, we're a 150-person strong, family-owned company who make award-winning educational toys, including top sellers Pretend & Play Calculator Cash Register, Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set and Toy of the Year winners Botley the Coding Robot and Coding Critters . We share that dedication to learning across our family of companies. Learning Resources team members work closely with the curriculum experts at hand2mind, as well as Educational Insights, makers of hit viral products including Kanoodle , GeoSafari Jr., and Playfoam . We even help pets learn and grow through our pet brands Brightkins and Hunger for Words™. We pride ourselves on being committed to our employee's personal and professional development, a thriving culture and a diverse, creative atmosphere. Along with our culture and competitive benefits package, we offer a variety of opportunities for training and development. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! Come join our award-winning team today! Team & Position Description: We are currently seeking a Forklift Operator to join our Shipping team. The Forklift Operator is responsible for ensuring assigned workload is completed with maximum accuracy and efficiency at the Hand2Mind Distribution Center in Vernon Hills, Illinois. This includes, but is not limited to, customer order picking, replenishing, shipping activities, and daily assignments to support these activities. This position reports to the Fulfilment Operations Supervisor Key Responsibilities: Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment as necessary to move materials while complying with all safety and operating rules. Fulfill customer orders, which includes working within an assigned zone, using RF scanners, and accurately picking orders according to location, product code, lot number, and quantity requested. Replenish locations with finished product as requested (reverse pick). Clean, maintain and ensure proper housekeeping in the facility to meet and exceed GMP requirements. Comply with Company policies and procedures Other duties for this role will be assigned as necessary/appropriate. Communicate with warehouse personnel and supervisors to maintain a seamless fulfillment process. Follow all safety guidelines and warehouse procedures to ensure compliance. Qualifications: Education: High school diploma or GED required Experience: Forklift certification, or ability to be certified to operate powered equipment is required for this position. Technical Skills: Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), order management software, and label printing systems. Flexibility: Flexible to work weekends and extended periods of time when needed. Attention to Detail: Strong ability to ensure order accuracy and efficiency. Communication Skills: Ability to effectively coordinate with warehouse teams and supervisors. Certifications: Forklift certification required Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Standing, walking, and bending for extended periods. We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer. Please note: This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time. Compensation Range: $20.70 - $22.00 per hour - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set, and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here).

About our family of companies: We are on a mission to bring learning to life! At our family of companies, Learning Resources, Educational Insights, and hand2mind, we create a unique range of toys, educational products and supplemental curriculum trusted by teachers and loved by families alike. Voted among the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces for the last six consecutive years, we are a 350-person strong, family-owned organization dedicated to helping kids succeed in school and develop a love of learning. In addition to high-quality, hands-on products like VersaTiles and Cuisenaire Rods, we make award-winning toys, including top sellers such as the Pretend & Play Cash Register, the Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set and Toy of the Year winner Botley the Coding Robot as well as Educational Insights top sellers Kanoodle, GeoSafari Jr. series, and Playfoam. We pride ourselves on being committed to our employee's personal and professional development, a thriving culture and a diverse, creative atmosphere. Along with our culture and competitive benefits package, we offer a variety of opportunities for training and development. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! We hope you'll come join our award-winning team today! Team & Position Description: We are seeking a self-motivated D365 Business Analyst - Sales and Customer Engagement (CE) to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will drive strategic initiatives and deliver actionable insights that shape the future of our Sales organization. You'll have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify challenges, design solutions, and implement changes that create measurable business value. This is more than a job-it's a chance to make a significant impact while advancing your expertise in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Join a team that values your contributions and invests in your success. What we're looking for (Key Performance Objectives): * Implement Structured Line Review & Promo Planning Workflows * Within the first 60 days identify manual Excel trackers and Monday boards and implement a plan to replace with CE-based workflows that align with retailer schedules. Incorporate milestone alerts, SKU-level tracking, and visibility for Sales and Custom Solutions teams to enable proactive planning and reduce missed deadlines. * Strengthen Day-to-Day CE & F&O Support and Integrations * Provide ongoing support for CE and F&O enhancements, including field mapping, Sales Accelerator implementation, SLA troubleshooting, Power Automate workflows, SharePoint integration, and credit process mapping. Manage integrations with Captella and other add-on apps (e.g., email engagement insights), and ensure smooth collaboration between CE and F&O for sales-related processes. * Build a Centralized Retailer Hub in CE * Within the first 6 months create a unified, actionable view for key retailers and segments within CE that enables sales managers to prepare for meetings, access historical data, generate sales plans, and collaborate with support teams. The hub should include embedded analytics (POS and shipment trends), shared task views across Sales and Support, account attachments (contracts, pricing), integrated SharePoint folders, and F&O snapshots for forecasting and margin analysis. * Enhance Sales Meeting Intelligence & Pipeline Hygiene * Integrate technology for meeting intelligence and pipeline management. Automate meeting recordings, takeaways, account logging, and leverage AI to surface action items, opportunities, and follow-ups directly within CE. Aim to reduce manual data entry and improve pipeline accuracy. Requirements/Ideal Attributes: * A college diploma or university degree in the field of computer science, or equivalent experience in information systems is required. * In-depth, hands-on knowledge and experience with enterprise and desktop applications, including MS Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement, MS Excel, MS Word. * Highly self-motivated and directed. * Excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and presentational skills. * Able to develop and interpret technical documentation. * Flexible to work weekends and extended periods of time as required. * Proven experience with troubleshooting principles, methodologies, and issue-resolution techniques. * Good understanding of the organization's goals and objectives We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer. Please note: This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time. Compensation Range: $110,000 - $140,000 annual salary - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here). #LI-hybrid

About hand2mind: We bring learning to life! Trusted by teachers for more than 55+ years, hand2mind creates engaging, classroom-tested materials that empower children to learn by doing. We are a 150-person strong, family-owned company that's been voted one of the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces for the last four consecutive years. In addition to building high-quality, hands-on learning materials for the classroom like VersaTiles and Cuisenaire Rods, we also develop educational toys for the home that make learning math, reading, social-emotional learning, and STEM fun and interactive. As a company, we are committed to our employee's personal and professional development. That's why we offer a competitive benefits package, a supportive culture, and a variety of training and development opportunities. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! We hope you'll come join our award-winning team today! Team & Position Description: We are currently seeking an Assembly Line Lead to join our assembly team. The Assembly Line Lead is responsible for leading assembly line staff of up to 20 people in building production orders to meet requirements. The objective of this role is to meet production requirements pertaining to cost, quantity, bill of material, quality, and schedule. Additionally, this position will work with the Manager, Assembly Operations, to drive improvements in cost and efficiency in production. The Line Lead is expected to foster an environment of teamwork, trust, and safety: while promoting a culture of accountability with peers and staff. What We're Looking For (Key Performance Objectives): 1. Assembly Cost & Workload Coordination Align daily and weekly workload plans with the Manager, Assembly Operations and Sr. Line Lead to ensure production targets are met within budget. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that reduce cost per unit by 5-10% annually. 2. Temporary Labor Training & Leadership Train and onboard temporary labor to achieve required quality and productivity standards within h2m Assembly's: 30/60/90 Day onboarding plan of assignment. Maintain a temporary labor productivity rate of 95% of standard output. 3. Multi‑Line Production Leadership Successfully lead two or more production lines simultaneously while meeting daily production quotas. Ensure on-time completion of production schedules with 98% schedule adherence. Demonstrate flexibility by supporting weekend and 2nd‑shift operations as required. 4. Safety, Cleanliness & Compliance Adhere to operational procedures and contribute to a safe, organized warehouse environment. Conduct routine safety checks and ensure corrective actions are completed within 24 hours. Hold team members accountable for compliance with 5S, PPE, and operational procedures. 5. Work Order Execution & Process Improvement Interpret and execute production/work orders with 100% accuracy. Identify and recommend improvements to production orders to enhance clarity, reduce errors, and improve efficiency. Achieve a reduction in production‑order‑related delays or rework by 5%. 6. Inventory, Kit Auditing & Data Accuracy Audit kits with 98% accuracy and resolve shortages/overages within 24-48 hours. Complete production orders, enter receipts, and log labor data with zero critical errors. Maintain timely and accurate documentation to support production traceability and reporting. 7. Equipment Certification & Material Handling Obtain onsite certification for powered lift equipment within the required timeframe. Safely move pallets and materials with zero handling incidents. Support material flow improvements that reduce line downtime due to shortages. Requirements/Ideal Attributes : In-depth, firsthand knowledge and experience with assembly and desktop applications, including MS Dynamics 365 F&O, MS Office - MS Word and Excel. High School Diploma or GED required Able to interpret, understand, follow, and communicate instructions. Able to work in a team and independently. Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written (read, write) clearly in English. Bi-Lingual (Spanish) a plus but not required. Flexible working weekends and extended periods of time when needed. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Standing, walking, and bending for extended periods. We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer. Please note : that this role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time. Compensation Range: $20.00 - $21.50 per hour - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here). #hand2mind

About hand2mind: We bring learning to life! Trusted by teachers for more than 55+ years, hand2mind creates engaging, classroom-tested materials that empower children to learn by doing. We are a 150-person strong, family-owned company that's been voted one of the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces for the last four consecutive years. In addition to building high-quality, hands-on learning materials for the classroom like VersaTiles and Cuisenaire Rods, we also develop educational toys for the home that make learning math, reading, social-emotional learning, and STEM fun and interactive. As a company, we are committed to our employee's personal and professional development. That's why we offer a competitive benefits package, a supportive culture, and a variety of training and development opportunities. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! We hope you'll come join our award-winning team today! Team & Position Description: We are currently seeking an Inventory Cycle Counter to join our Inventory team. The Inventory Cycle Counter is responsible for conducting cycle counts, ensuring inventory accuracy, and maintaining detailed records of stock levels. This role plays a critical part in minimizing discrepancies and supporting efficient warehouse operations. What we're looking for (Key Performance Objectives): 1. Cycle Count Accuracy and Completion Complete scheduled cycle counts within required timeframes. Achieve a cycle count accuracy rate of 98% when comparing physical counts to system records. Reduce recurring discrepancies through consistent monitoring and follow‑up. 2. Inventory Record Integrity Maintain an overall inventory accuracy rate of 98% across assigned areas. Ensure timely updates to inventory records following counts, adjustments, or stock movements. Support variance correction activities with minimal rework required. 3. Discrepancy Identification and Resolution Identify and report discrepancies within 24 hours of discovery. Investigate root causes and provide clear documentation to management. Contribute to reducing inventory discrepancies by 5% per quarter 4. Collaboration and Warehouse Coordination Work effectively with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage, labeling, and tracking of goods. Support process improvements that enhance inventory flow and reduce errors. Maintain strong communication with supervisors and cross‑functional teams. 5. Documentation and Reporting Quality Maintain accurate, complete, and up‑to‑date inventory logs, count sheets, and adjustment reports. Submit required reports on time. Ensure documentation meets audit and compliance standards. 6. Safety and Compliance Adhere to operational procedures and contribute to a safe, organized warehouse environment. Requirements/Ideal Attributes: In-depth, firsthand knowledge and experience with inventory cycle counting and desktop applications, including MS Dynamics 365 F&O, MS Office - MS Word and Excel. High School Diploma or GED required Able to interpret, understand, follow, and communicate instructions. Able to work in a team and independently. Excellent communication skills; both verbal and written (read, write) clearly in English. Bi-Lingual (Spanish) a plus but not required. Flexible working weekends and extended periods of time when needed. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Standing, walking, and bending for extended periods. We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer. Please note : This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time. Compensation Range: $21.00 - $22.00 per hour - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here). #hand2mind

We are on a mission to bring learning to life! We are Learning Resources , and learning is where we play. Voted one of the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces every year for the last six years, we're a 150-person strong, family-owned company who make award-winning educational toys, including top sellers Pretend & Play Calculator Cash Register, Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set and Toy of the Year winners Botley the Coding Robot and Coding Critters . We share that dedication to learning across our family of companies. Learning Resources team members work closely with the curriculum experts at hand2mind, as well as Educational Insights, makers of hit viral products including Kanoodle , GeoSafari Jr., and Playfoam . We even help pets learn and grow through our pet brands Brightkins and Hunger for Words™. We pride ourselves on being committed to our employee's personal and professional development, a thriving culture and a diverse, creative atmosphere. Along with our culture and competitive benefits package, we offer a variety of opportunities for training and development. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! Come join our award-winning team today! Team & Position Description: This position offers a dynamic, fun, and collaborative team culture that encourages creativity and innovation, the chance to work on a diverse range of toy brands (including pet toys), and the opportunity to help shape the retail presence of our growing, innovative company. If you're passionate about toy design and want to make an impact in an innovative, family-oriented company, we'd love to hear from you! What you'll do day to day: Toy Product Design & Development Lead the design and prototyping of 15-20 Learning Resources toy products annually, ensuring concepts are playful, durable, and innovative. Drive the design and prototyping of 10-14 Brightkins and Hunger for Words pet products per year, with a strong focus on toy design principles and child development. Develop sketches, 3D models, renderings, and specification documents to communicate toy concepts to internal teams and external vendors. Operate 3D printers with ability to fix and troubleshoot printing errors. Create CAD models in Rhinoceros (expert level) for toy prototypes, assembly reviews, and user testing. Expertise in Toy Design Demonstrate deep experience in toy design, including knowledge of play patterns, safety standards, and current trends in the toy industry. Prepare finished renderings for presentations, product reviews, and sales pitches, showcasing innovative and on-trend toy designs. Collaboration & Innovation Participate in cross-functional brainstorming sessions, contributing creative toy ideas and solutions. Incorporate feedback from collaborative sessions, showing adaptability and refinement in toy design concepts. Support user testing and online surveys to validate toy designs with children, parents, and educators. Mentorship & Team Development Provide mentorship to junior designers, focusing on toy design principles, project execution, and career development. Foster an inclusive, supportive, and creative culture within the design team. What we're looking for (Key Performance Objectives): Deliver 100% of assigned toy designs within project deadlines, maintaining a 95% approval rate from design and marketing teams. Ensure 100% of toy designs align with product and brand guidelines, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project milestones. Support the professional growth of junior designers, contributing to a positive team environment. Requirements/Ideal Attributes: Applicants are required to submit a portfolio of toy design work that demonstrates creativity, innovation, and an understanding of the toy industry and retail space. BS/BA in Industrial Design, Toy Design, or equivalent 6+ years of consumer product development experience with a focus on children or pet toys. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop), Rhinoceros, KeyShot, and 3D printing. Strong prototyping skills in a variety of skillsets. Intimate knowledge of plastic materials, design for manufacturing, and general toy manufacturing processes. Effective communicator with stakeholders, including colleagues, executives, vendors, and customers Creative Thinker: Generates innovative toy concepts that stand out in the market. Team Player: Collaborates well across departments and communicates ideas clearly. Proactive and Resourceful: Takes initiative and solves problems independently. Deadline-Oriented: Manages multiple projects and meets deadlines. Detail-Oriented: Maintains high standards for quality, compliance, and functionality. Independent Thinker: Approaches challenges with originality and resourcefulness, proactively identifying solutions and solving problems with minimal supervision. We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer. Please note: This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time. Compensation Range: $100,000 - $108,000 annual salary - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here ). #LI-hybrid

We are on a mission to bring learning to life! We are Learning Resources , and learning is where we play. Voted one of the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces every year for the last four years, we're a 150-person strong, family-owned company who make award-winning educational toys, including top sellers Pretend & Play Calculator Cash Register, Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set and Toy of the Year winners Botley the Coding Robot and Coding Critters . We share that dedication to learning across our family of companies. Learning Resources team members work closely with the curriculum experts at hand2mind, as well as Educational Insights, makers of hit viral products including Kanoodle , GeoSafari Jr., and Playfoam . We even help pets learn and grow through our pet brands Brightkins and Hunger for Words™. We pride ourselves on being committed to our employee's personal and professional development, a thriving culture and a diverse, creative atmosphere. Along with our culture and competitive benefits package, we offer a variety of opportunities for training and development. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! Come join our award-winning team today! Team & Position Description: We are currently seeking a Logistics Coordinator to join our Shipping team. The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for managing the routing of orders, booking shipments, and coordinating with carriers for LTL, FTL, and container shipments. This role works closely with the Shipping Team to ensure smooth and timely transportation of goods while optimizing cost and efficiency. Key Responsibilities: Manage routing of orders to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries. Book shipments with carriers, ensuring compliance with shipping requirements. Coordinate with carriers for LTL (Less Than Truckload), FTL (Full Truckload), and container shipments. Monitor shipments and provide real-time tracking updates to internal teams. Assist the Shipping Team in organizing outbound shipments and resolving logistics issues. Ensure compliance with shipping regulations, including customs and documentation requirements. Maintain accurate shipping records and generate reports for management. Work closely with warehouse teams to prioritize shipments based on business needs. Resolve transportation-related issues, including delays, damages, or misrouted shipments. Qualifications: Education: High school diploma or GED required Experience: 2+ years in warehouse shipping operations, freight booking, or logistics coordination. Technical Skills: Proficiency in warehouse management systems (WMS), Microsoft Word and Excel, and Transportation management system (TMS) is a plus. Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess logistics challenges and implement effective solutions. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for working with carriers and internal teams. Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple shipments and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Standing, walking, and bending for extended periods. We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer. Please note: This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time. Compensation Range: $21.50 - $23.00 per hour - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set, and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here). #LI-onsite

About our family of companies: We are on a mission to bring learning to life! At our family of companies, Learning Resources, Educational Insights, and hand2mind, we create a unique range of toys, educational products, and supplemental curriculum trusted by teachers and loved by families alike. At Voted among the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces for five consecutive years, we are a 500+ person strong, family-owned global organization dedicated to helping kids succeed in school and develop a love of learning. In addition to high-quality, hands-on products like VersaTiles and Cuisenaire Rods, we make award-winning toys, including top sellers such as the Pretend & Play Cash Register, the Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set and Toy of the Year winner Botley the Coding Robot as well as Educational Insights top sellers Kanoodle, GeoSafari Jr. series, and Playfoam. We pride ourselves on being committed to our employee's personal and professional development, a thriving culture, and a diverse, creative atmosphere. Along with our culture and competitive benefits package, we offer a variety of opportunities for training and development. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! We hope you will join our award-winning team today! Team & Position Description: We are currently seeking an Emerging Technologies Business Analyst to join our Emerging Technologies team! Here's what makes this team awesome: This is your chance to work hands-on with Microsoft's AI ecosystem building Copilot agents automating workflows with Power Platform. The fun doesn't stop there, the Emerging technologies team will be constantly researching and trying out new tools, evaluating business fit, ROI, and tech stack integration. You'll collaborate across the business to turn high-impact ideas into scalable solutions, make a visible enterprise-wide impact, and continuously grow your skills in a supportive, innovation-driven environment. If you're passionate about learning new technologies and creating intelligent tools that transform how people work, this role offers the perfect runway to do just that. What you'll do day to day: * Translate business goals into AI & automation opportunities. Meet with stakeholders across Sales, Marketing, Customer Experience, Finance, Supply Chain, and IT to uncover pain points, define problem statements, and identify high‑ROI Emerging Tech and AI use cases. * Own discovery, solution request, and manage a transparent backlog. Run structured intake sessions, capture requirements, and triage opportunities, separating quick wins from longer‑term projects. Maintain the list of projects and priority in a transparent fashion for business visibility. * Evaluate business use cases for ROI and business benefit (effort saved, revenue lift, quality improvements, risk reduction). Ensure solutions have measurable performance metrics before they're accepted. * Document "what good looks like." Create requirement documents, process maps, mockups/wireframes, decision logs, and training materials that align cross‑functional teams and accelerate delivery. * Partner with the Emerging Technologies Developer to shape scope and non‑functional requirements (security, compliance, scalability, cost); contribute to prompt patterns, guardrails, and user experience considerations for AI‑powered workflows. * Work with Emerging Technologies Developer to create an AI toolkit to be leveraged by Copilot agents. * Ensure solution readiness by designing test plans, coordinating user acceptance testing, capturing defects and feedback, obtaining sign off on release readiness, and ensuring operational hand‑off is smooth and well‑documented. * Be responsible for change management through plan communications, training sessions, and go‑live support, quick‑reference guides and FAQs. Drive adoption through demonstrations, workshops, and feedback loops. * Track post‑launch performance, user sentiment, and operational KPIs. Propose enhancements and ensure continuous improvement of AI assistants, automations, and reports and work with Emerging Technologies Developer to implement. * Help implement responsible‑AI practices (data privacy, security, bias awareness), run lightweight risk assessments, and document approvals within established governance frameworks. * Coordinate with external vendors/partners on scopes of work, workshops, and deliverables ensuring timelines, assumptions, and dependencies are visible and on track. * Use Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps, Copilot Studio, and Azure AI tooling to analyze processes, visualize insights, and operationalize improvements escalating technical items to development when needed. What we're looking for (Key Performance Objectives): * Accelerate ROI on AI investments by providing implementation support for approved use cases and delivering working proof-of-concept solutions within 90 days of project initiation. * Use your experience in business process analysis to shorten the runway for AI deployments by managing timelines and delivering meaningful, cost-effective solutions that reduce cost of external vendors within the first six months. * Collaborate with Emerging Technologies Developer to build internal AI and automation capabilities by enabling pilot programs and creating repeatable, scalable models for deploying custom Copilot agents that lower maintenance costs by at least 20% within the first year. * Work with Emerging Technologies Developer to establish Copilot Agent release process including a UAT and Production environment, setting companywide standards for super users to adhere to. * Continuously improve implemented AI and automation solutions by monitoring performance, incorporating new features and enhanced tools on a quarterly basis. * Act as a strategic partner to business leaders by aligning AI solutions with OKRs, driving user adoption through training and engagement, and achieving a minimum 80% adoption rate within 60 days of go-live. Requirements/Ideal Attributes: * Hands-on experience with Microsoft ecosystem including Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI), Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, and Copilot Studio or similar AI enablement tools. * Proven business analysis experience (3-5+ years) with a track record of translating complex business needs into clear requirements, and measurable outcomes. * Strong process mapping and modeling skills, including current/future-state workflows, data flows, and process diagrams; ability to identify automation opportunities and control points. * Demonstrated ability to build ROI models and business cases, including cost-benefit analysis, efficiency gains, and alignment to organizational OKRs. * Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning by actively pursuing certifications and staying current with Microsoft best practices. * Excellent stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills, with experience running workshops, intake sessions, and cross-functional meetings to gather requirements and drive consensus. * Creative thinker who can identify opportunities for automation and AI adoption that deliver measurable impact. We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer. Please note: This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time. Compensation Range: $90,000 - $130,000 annual salary - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here). #LI-hybrid

We are on a mission to bring learning to life! We are Learning Resources , and learning is where we play. Voted one of the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces every year for the last six years, we're a 150-person strong, family-owned company who make award-winning educational toys, including top sellers Pretend & Play Calculator Cash Register, Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set and Toy of the Year winners Botley the Coding Robot and Coding Critters . We share that dedication to learning across our family of companies. Learning Resources team members work closely with the curriculum experts at hand2mind, as well as Educational Insights, makers of hit viral products including Kanoodle , GeoSafari Jr., and Playfoam . We even help pets learn and grow through our pet brands Brightkins and Hunger for Words™. We pride ourselves on being committed to our employee's personal and professional development, a thriving culture and a diverse, creative atmosphere. Along with our culture and competitive benefits package, we offer a variety of opportunities for training and development. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! Come join our award-winning team today! Team & Position Description: We are looking for a Product Coordinator to join our Custom Solutions team! This is an exciting opportunity to support the development and delivery of customized products for our strategic customers across multiple sales channels including Mass Retail, Ecommerce, Education, Specialty, and International. As a key member of the Custom Solutions team, you will work closely with the Product Managers to coordinate custom product development and collaborate with cross-functional partners to help ensure timely and accurate execution of import projects. You will play a crucial role in helping the team deliver high-quality, customer-specific solutions and support sales revenue goals. What you'll do day to day: Product Development: Individually and as part of the Custom Solutions team, design and deliver innovative custom products that align with customer needs while meeting sales margin requirements. Be responsible for new product item set-up for custom products in Microsoft D365. Project Coordination: Support the creation and tracking of project timelines using tools such as Monday.com and Microsoft Office. Assist the Custom Solutions Product Managers and Sales Managers in coordinating the execution of custom projects from start to finish. Schedule and document cross-functional meetings, capture action items and follow up with stakeholders. Competitive Analysis: Coordinate store visits to perform market analysis. Collect data about manufacturers, price points, trends, and off-shelf fixtures to identify areas of opportunity. Organize data and share with sales managers and other stakeholders. Customer Requirements and Systems: Help maintain documentation related to customer requirements (import routing guides and item specifications) and learn retailer internal systems such as Partners Online (Target) and Retail Link (Walmart). Support process documentation by creating customer-specific RFQs and cover letters. Custom Product Catalog: In Monday.com, maintain and update the custom product list to ensure the information is accurate and current. What we're looking for (Key Performance Objectives): Successfully support the lifecycle of 1-2 import projects within the first 12 months, ensuring all milestones are met and products ship on time. Maintain constant communication across stakeholders. Create project timeline calendars in Monday.com for 2 key customers within 6 months. Ensure the calendars include sufficient pre-sale planning periods and milestones to achieve on-time execution of all deadlines. Within the first 6 months, create the Custom Solutions process template for 2-3 customers in Monday.com. Establish customer-specific cover letters and RFQ forms. Continually maintain and update the custom product catalog. Use the catalog to reduce development lead time and improve scalability for future projects. Add new products within 5 business days of product kick-off. Identify and propose at least 1 process improvement or documentation enhancement per quarter to help streamline custom project execution. Implement at least 1 suggestion during the first 6 months, in collaboration with Product Manager or Senior Manager. Requirements/Ideal Attributes: Bachelor's degree 1-2 years of experience, project management experience preferred Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), including the ability to create basic reports, documents, presentations and spreadsheets Excellent oral and written communication skills Strong ability to adapt to change and meet required deadlines in a fast-paced environment while focused on details and accuracy Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize projects and responsibilities. Proactive problem solver, capable of utilizing business sense and creativity to develop new ideas and solutions. We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer. Please note: This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time. Compensation Range: $55,000 - $65,000 annual salary - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here ). #LI-hybrid

About hand2mind: We bring learning to life! Trusted by teachers for more than 55+ years, hand2mind creates engaging, classroom-tested materials that empower children to learn by doing. We are a 150-person strong, family-owned company that's been voted one of the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces for the last four consecutive years. In addition to building high-quality, hands-on learning materials for the classroom like VersaTiles and Cuisenaire Rods, we also develop educational toys for the home that make learning math, reading, social-emotional learning, and STEM fun and interactive. As a company, we are committed to our employee's personal and professional development. That's why we offer a competitive benefits package, a supportive culture, and a variety of training and development opportunities. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! We hope you'll come join our award-winning team today! Team & Position Description: We are currently seeking an Account Manager of Key Accounts to join our team of custom solutions experts. In this role within hand2mind's B2B Publisher Services business unit, you will be responsible for protecting and growing an expanding portfolio of clients aligned to our corporate strategy and capabilities. In this Account Manager role, you will ensure that the unique needs and contractual obligations of our company's top revenue producing clients are consistently exceeded. Developing trusted relationships at all levels within client organizations (junior to C-level), you will serve as the liaison between our clients and our Operations and Customer Support teams and provide them guidance on client product and operational needs and business development activities. What you'll do day to day: Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned B2B key accounts. Develop and maintain relationships deep within existing client networks while executing strategic account plans, conducting technical and consultative sales support calls onsite and via conference calls, and proactively identify and resolve critical issues encountered by our clients and the hand2mind team. Assume an accountable leadership role in driving a first-class client experience that creates lasting relationships, builds competitive barriers to entry, and meets or exceeds our company's contractual performance obligations. Partner with the VP of Publisher Services and Director of Product Management to facilitate the internal onboarding of new clients and the rollout of new products and services for new and existing clients through communication of client specifications, initial product forecasts, and service-level requirements with appropriate internal team members. Oversee the successful management of the Publisher Services' customer service team responsible for daily order management of client fulfillment orders and project-based services. Collaborate with manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, and quality team to ensure client needs are clearly defined and understood for the successful execution of complex, large-scale customer projects. Develop and present quarterly business review presentations tailored to the needs of each client/prospect that highlights hand2mind's performance against customer SLA metrics and opportunities, wins and losses during the quarter, and opportunities for process improvements between company and client. What we're looking for (Key Performance Objectives): Within 90 days, demonstrate full comprehension of hand2mind's service level commitments, product portfolio, and services for each key account, and proficiency in extracting and interpreting our service levels metrics from PowerBi reports and dashboards. Within 90 days, Learn all steps in the templated, on-boarding process of new clients and product lines that involve the cross-functional cooperation and action between kit development, customer service, supply chain, warehouse operations, and planning in preparation for manufacturing and order fulfillment of client products. Successfully lead at least one cross-functional on-boarding meeting during this period. Demonstrate proficiency in navigating D365 Sales Order and CE (Case Management) software modules as measured by the ability to look up customer-specific order status and unresolved customer cases. Within 6 months, assume primary contact responsibilities for assigned tier-two accounts and demonstrate ability to resolve customer issues/tasks assigned to you through MS Project and CE and/or re-assign or escalate client issues to appropriate stakeholders for successful resolution. Within 6 months, prepare at least two client QBR presentations that include hand2mind's performance against clients; service level agreements, h2m and client wins and losses during the last quarter period, and opportunities for process improvements or cost savings in collaboration with the client. By one year, take over responsibility of at least two client Operations Calls (Amplify's weekly “scrum” calls; MOS weekly planning calls) that focus on clients' open order pool, large-scale order fulfillment projects, open client issues (“cases”). By one year, demonstrate ability to co-lead and serve as back-up lead for conducting client weekly production schedule and forecast consumption calls. Requirements/Ideal Attributes: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience Minimum 5 years of experience serving as the primary contact for B2B clients in the day-to-day servicing of key accounts to ensure successful outcomes against agreed upon client service level measures. Experience in a custom manufacturing and/or complex distribution fulfillment environment is preferred. Working knowledge of Microsoft D365 ERP software a plus. Above average mathematical and analytical skillset. High proficiency working in a computer environment and various software technology Microsoft Office or Google Suite experience with strong, intermediate-level Excel skills We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer. Please note: This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time. Compensation Range: $100,000 - $115,000 annual salary - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here ). #hand2mind #LI-hybrid

About our family of companies: We are on a mission to bring learning to life! At our family of companies, Learning Resources , Educational Insights, and hand2mind, we create a unique range of toys, educational products and supplemental curriculum trusted by teachers and loved by families alike. Voted among the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces for the last four consecutive years, we are a 350-person strong, family-owned organization dedicated to helping kids succeed in school and develop a love of learning. In addition to high-quality, hands-on products like VersaTiles and Cuisenaire Rods, we make award-winning toys, including top sellers such as the Pretend & Play Cash Register, the Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set and Toy of the Year winner Botley the Coding Robot as well as Educational Insights top sellers Kanoodle , GeoSafari Jr. series, and Playfoam™. We pride ourselves on being committed to our employee's personal and professional development, a thriving culture, and a diverse, creative atmosphere. Along with our culture and competitive benefits package, we offer a variety of opportunities for training and development. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! We hope you'll come join our award-winning team today! Team & Position Description: We are currently seeking a D365 Warehouse Optimization Analyst to join our Warehouse Operations Team! This position offers the opportunity to shape warehouse operations by implementing impactful system driven process improvements and innovative technology solutions through D365 advanced warehousing and other related technologies. This role will collaborate closely with warehouse leadership, the warehouse analyst team, IT technical resources, and sales operations to produce technology focused solutions in the Operations group. The ideal candidate for this role will be self driven, proficient in D365 WMS configurations, and able to operate independently in a fast-paced distribution environment. Key Performance Objectives: Configure and Optimize D365 F&O and Related Software for Warehouse Operations Within the first 90 days, lead the configuration and optimization of existing Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O) WMS modules to support warehouse processes across our family of companies. Within the first 6 months, achieve at least a 10% improvement in operational efficiency through tailored system settings, workflows, WCS system improvements, or automation for three distinct warehouse processes. Own Warehouse Configuration Support Within first 90 days, partner with IT, the operations analyst team, warehouse leadership, and third-party vendors to troubleshoot, escalate, and resolve all configuration related technology tickets. Drive Successful Technology Integrations and UAT Within the first 120 days, own the user acceptance testing process for D365 F&O advanced warehousing and integrated warehouse technologies (e.g., WCS software, etc). Ensure all system changes are fully tested, documented, and deployed with zero critical issues, resulting in seamless adoption by warehouse teams. Deliver Training and Support for System Users Within the first 9 months, develop and deliver targeted training modules for warehouse staff on D365 F&O and related technologies. Attain 90% proficiency among power users within one month of new system implementations. Champion Continuous Improvement in Warehouse Technology Within the first 12 months, lead at least two major warehouse technology improvement projects, documenting best practices and integrating learnings into the department's knowledge base. Requirements/Ideal Attributes: In-depth, firsthand knowledge and experience with enterprise and desktop applications, including MS Dynamics 365 F&O, Supply Chain and Warehouse Management, WCS software, MS Excel, and MS Word. Warehouse technology experience. A college diploma or university degree in the field of computer science, or equivalent experience in information systems is required. Proven experience with troubleshooting principles, methodologies, and issue-resolution techniques. The ability to develop and interpret technical documentation. Strong project management skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills at all levels of the organization. Highly self-motivated and directed. Good analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment. Ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language. Strong customer service orientation. Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment. We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer. Please note: This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time. Compensation Range: $85,000 - $95,000 annual salary - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here ).

About hand2mind: We bring learning to life! Trusted by teachers for more than 55+ years, hand2mind creates engaging, classroom-tested materials that empower children to learn by doing. We are a 150-person strong, family-owned company that's been voted one of the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces for the last six consecutive years. In addition to building high-quality, hands-on learning materials for the classroom like VersaTiles and Cuisenaire Rods, we also develop educational toys for the home that make learning math, reading, social-emotional learning, and STEM fun and interactive. As a company, we are committed to our employee's personal and professional development. That's why we offer a competitive benefits package, a supportive culture, and a variety of training and development opportunities. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! We hope you'll come join our award-winning team today! Team & Position Overview: We are looking for a creative, organized, and resourceful Associate Product Manager to oversee the development of our educational product and toy lines. You will thrive in a collaborative and rapidly evolving environment, managing a product portfolio from concept through to market launch. You will be responsible for steering cross-functional teams and working with overseas manufacturers, various internal departments and external licensors as needed to bring our innovative educational products to life. A sense of humor is a plus! What You'll Do Day to Day (Responsibilities): Manage 5-12 new products through the product life cycle, from ideation to market launch, ensuring products align with our educational mission and meet quality standards. Products will include items available to all customers as well as custom items for specific customers. Take responsibility for project management tasks, including tracking key milestone dates, to ensure efficient project execution. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including editorial, industrial design, creative, sales, custom solutions, and marketing, to bring innovative educational products to market on time and within budget. Work with vendors to quote products, negotiate prices, and determine delivery schedules to meet product launch goals. Support market research efforts by gathering data, customer feedback, and conducting competitor analysis to identify opportunities, trends, and insights that inform product strategy. Identify competitors, analyze their strengths and weaknesses, and assess market trends. Organize, participate, and lead product testing for new concepts. Participate in data maintenance projects utilizing Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) and product related spreadsheets. Work closely with Sales and Marketing on key sample requests for customer meetings, photoshoots, video shoots, trade shows, etc. What we're looking for (Key Performance Objectives): Within 60 Days: Use project management tools like Monday.com to actively track milestones and ensure smooth execution for all ongoing projects. Within 9 Months: Lead brainstorming sessions for future product ideation generating 20-30 ideas for building out the product road map. Within 12 Months: Within budget and timeline constraints, successfully lead cross-functional teams to develop and launch 5-12 new products that meet educational and quality standards or made to order products that meet specific retailer needs. Requirements/Ideal Attributes: Bachelor's Degree required 1-3 years of consumer product development experience or 3-5 years working with children (i.e. PreK-5 education, speech language pathology, etc.). Excellent organization, presentation, and communication skills (both written and verbal). Creative mindset with entrepreneurial spirit who thinks outside the box. Able to meet multiple, challenging deadlines and work within budgets. Comfortable with analyzing basic financial data for assigned categories and to make recommendations that support overall brand/product goals. Excellent at solving problems creatively and/or knowing when to seek help. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Able to effectively communicate with key stakeholders including colleagues, executive team, vendors, and customers. We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer. Please note: This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time. Compensation Range: $70,000 - $80,000 annual salary - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here). #LI-hybrid #hand2mind

We are on a mission to bring learning to life! We are Learning Resources, and learning is where we play. Voted one of the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces every year for the last four years, we're a 150-person strong, family-owned company who make award-winning educational toys, including top sellers Pretend & Play Calculator Cash Register, Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set and Toy of the Year winners Botley the Coding Robot and Coding Critters. We share that dedication to learning across our family of companies. Learning Resources team members work closely with the curriculum experts at hand2mind, as well as Educational Insights, makers of hit viral products including Kanoodle, GeoSafari Jr., and Playfoam. We even help pets learn and grow through our pet brands Brightkins and Hunger for Words. We pride ourselves on being committed to our employee's personal and professional development, a thriving culture and a diverse, creative atmosphere. Along with our culture and competitive benefits package, we offer a variety of opportunities for training and development. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! Come join our award-winning team today! Team & Position Description: We are currently seeking a Forklift Operator to join our Shipping team. The Forklift Operator is responsible for ensuring assigned workload is completed with maximum accuracy and efficiency at the Hand2Mind Distribution Center in Vernon Hills, Illinois. This includes, but is not limited to, customer order picking, replenishing, shipping activities, and daily assignments to support these activities. This position reports to the Fulfilment Operations Supervisor Key Responsibilities: * Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment as necessary to move materials while complying with all safety and operating rules. * Fulfill customer orders, which includes working within an assigned zone, using RF scanners, and accurately picking orders according to location, product code, lot number, and quantity requested. * Replenish locations with finished product as requested (reverse pick). * Clean, maintain and ensure proper housekeeping in the facility to meet and exceed GMP requirements. * Comply with Company policies and procedures * Other duties for this role will be assigned as necessary/appropriate. * Communicate with warehouse personnel and supervisors to maintain a seamless fulfillment process. * Follow all safety guidelines and warehouse procedures to ensure compliance. Qualifications: * Education: High school diploma or GED required * Experience: Forklift certification, or ability to be certified to operate powered equipment is required for this position. * Technical Skills: Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), order management software, and label printing systems. * Flexibility: Flexible to work weekends and extended periods of time when needed. * Attention to Detail: Strong ability to ensure order accuracy and efficiency. * Communication Skills: Ability to effectively coordinate with warehouse teams and supervisors. * Certifications: Forklift certification required Physical Requirements: * Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. * Standing, walking, and bending for extended periods. We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer. Please note: This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time. Compensation Range: $20.70 - $22.00 per hour - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set, and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here).

About our family of companies: We are on a mission to bring learning to life ! At our family of companies, Learning Resources , Educational Insights, and hand2mind, we create a unique range of toys, educational products and supplemental curriculum trusted by teachers and loved by families alike. Voted among the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces for the last six consecutive years, we are a 350-person strong, family-owned organization dedicated to helping kids succeed in school and develop a love of learning. In addition to high-quality, hands-on products like VersaTiles and Cuisenaire Rods, we make award-winning toys, including top sellers such as the Pretend & Play Cash Register, the Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set and Toy of the Year winner Botley the Coding Robot as well as Educational Insights top sellers Kanoodle , GeoSafari Jr. series, and Playfoam™. We pride ourselves on being committed to our employee's personal and professional development, a thriving culture and a diverse, creative atmosphere. Along with our culture and competitive benefits package, we offer a variety of opportunities for training and development. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! We hope you'll come join our award-winning team today! Team & Position Description: We are seeking a self-motivated D365 Business Analyst - Supply Chain to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will drive strategic initiatives and deliver actionable insights that shape the future of our organization. You'll have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify challenges, design solutions, and implement changes that create measurable business value. This is more than a job-it's a chance to make a significant impact while advancing your expertise in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Join a team that values your contributions and invests in your success. What we're looking for (Key Performance Objectives): Collaborate with Supply Chain Stakeholders Build strong relationships with supply chain teams to gather and validate business requirements aligned with operational goals. Within the first 60 days facilitate workshops and regular meetings to capture evolving needs and ensure alignment with KPIs. Drive Automation Initiatives Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement automation solutions that improve efficiency and reduce manual effort. Within the first 90 days identify 2 opportunities to automate repetitive supply chain processes using D365 features and Power Platform tools. Support System Configuration, Deployment and ongoing support Provide day-to-day support for supply chain users, including troubleshooting issues, resolving configuration errors, and answering functional questions. Assist in setup, testing, and deployment of supply chain features within D365, ensuring smooth rollout and minimal disruption. Participate in monthly Proactive Quality Updates and semi-annual D365 upgrades, performing unit testing and user acceptance testing (UAT) to validate functionality against business requirements. Stay Current on D365 SCM and Industry Trends Continuously research and evaluate new D365 SCM features, platform updates, and best practices. Assess applicability of new D365 Features plan for adoption to keep the organization competitive and efficient. Requirements/Ideal Attributes: A college diploma or university degree in the field of computer science, or equivalent experience in information systems is required. In-depth, hands-on knowledge and experience with enterprise and desktop applications, including MS Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain, MS Excel, MS Word. Knowledge of Power Platform a plus. Highly self-motivated and directed. Excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and presentational skills. Able to develop and interpret technical documentation. Flexible to work weekends and extended periods of time as required. Proven experience with troubleshooting principles, methodologies, and issue-resolution techniques. Good understanding of the organization's goals and objectives We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer. Please note : This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time. Compensation Range: $110,000 - $140,000 annual salary - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here). #LI-hybrid

About Learning Resources:

About our family of companies: We are on a mission to bring learning to life! At our family of companies, Learning Resources , Educational Insights, and hand2mind, we create a unique range of toys, educational products and supplemental curriculum trusted by teachers and loved by families alike. Voted among the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces for the last four consecutive years, we are a 350-person strong, family-owned organization dedicated to helping kids succeed in school and develop a love of learning. In addition to high-quality, hands-on products like VersaTiles and Cuisenaire Rods, we make award-winning toys, including top sellers such as the Pretend & Play Cash Register, the Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set and Toy of the Year winner Botley the Coding Robot as well as Educational Insights top sellers Kanoodle , GeoSafari Jr. series, and Playfoam™. We pride ourselves on being committed to our employee's personal and professional development, a thriving culture and a diverse, creative atmosphere. Along with our culture and competitive benefits package, we offer a variety of opportunities for training and development. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! We hope you'll come join our award-winning team today! Team & Position Description: We are currently seeking a recruiter to join our human resources team! This role will be responsible for a variety of talent acquisition tasks that help us to attract and hire the best talent for our growing teams. We support our teams with a variety of positions, so we are looking for someone who likes variety and a challenge! Our team of seasoned HR professionals work hand in hand with managers and employees to keep our companies a great place to work. We have a passion for development, continuous improvement, and of course toys! If you are someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to work for a growing educational toy company, apply today! What you'll do day to day: Assist with all full-cycle recruitment for a combination of corporate, warehouse, and technical roles, including developing sourcing strategies, posting positions, screening candidates, and guiding hiring managers through the offer and onboarding process. Drive proactive talent acquisition by leveraging LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, and other platforms to identify and engage high-caliber candidates for critical business and technical functions. Conduct phone screens and collaborate with hiring managers to assess candidate proficiency and overall fit for each position. Represent the organization at hiring events, building relationships, and promoting employer brand initiatives. Conduct onsite hiring events as needed. Oversee interview coordination and monitor candidate experience, ensuring a seamless process that reflects organizational values and enhances the overall hiring experience. Maintain compliance in all recruitment activities, ensuring adherence to legal requirements and internal procedures while managing accurate documentation throughout the hiring process. Help improve new hire retention by assisting with onboarding, new hire check-ins, and partnering with managers to ensure a positive start. Support Talent Acquisition leadership on various projects, offering ideas and assistance to make recruiting processes more effective. What we're looking for (Key Performance Objectives): Reduce time-to-fill metric by 5% through improved sourcing, screening, and process improvements within 12 months. Grow candidate pipelines by 50% on LinkedIn, Indeed, and other platforms for corporate and warehouse roles within a year. Within first 6 months, streamline interview scheduling workflows to improve candidate experience and reduce any delays. Redesign and promote an improved internal referral program in order to drive participation, qualified hires and process automation within 6 months. Increase new hire NPS ratings by 10% within 12 months by enhancing onboarding experience, improving new hire check-ins and addressing any feedback promptly during the first 90 days. Requirements/Ideal Attributes: Bachelor's degree in business, human resources, or related field required. 5-7 years of recruitment experience is required. Experience with ADP, or other related recruitment software. Proficient in MS Office including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook. Experience using LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, or other job boards is ideal, but not required. Exposure to Performance-Based Hiring principles is ideal, but not required. We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer. Please note : This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time. Compensation Range: $85,000 - $90,000 annual salary - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here). #Li-hybrid

We are on a mission to bring learning to life! We are Learning Resources, and learning is where we play. Voted one of the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces every year for the last four years, we're a 150-person strong, family-owned company who make award-winning educational toys, including top sellers Pretend & Play Calculator Cash Register, Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set and Toy of the Year winners Botley the Coding Robot and Coding Critters. We share that dedication to learning across our family of companies. Learning Resources team members work closely with the curriculum experts at hand2mind, as well as Educational Insights, makers of hit viral products including Kanoodle, GeoSafari Jr., and Playfoam. We even help pets learn and grow through our pet brands Brightkins and Hunger for Words. We pride ourselves on being committed to our employee's personal and professional development, a thriving culture and a diverse, creative atmosphere. Along with our culture and competitive benefits package, we offer a variety of opportunities for training and development. We are looking for professionals who are truly just kids at heart! Come join our award-winning team today! Team & Position Description: We are currently seeking a Logistics Coordinator to join our Shipping team. The Logistics Coordinator is responsible for managing the routing of orders, booking shipments, and coordinating with carriers for LTL, FTL, and container shipments. This role works closely with the Shipping Team to ensure smooth and timely transportation of goods while optimizing cost and efficiency. Key Responsibilities: * Manage routing of orders to ensure timely and cost-effective deliveries. * Book shipments with carriers, ensuring compliance with shipping requirements. * Coordinate with carriers for LTL (Less Than Truckload), FTL (Full Truckload), and container shipments. * Monitor shipments and provide real-time tracking updates to internal teams. * Assist the Shipping Team in organizing outbound shipments and resolving logistics issues. * Ensure compliance with shipping regulations, including customs and documentation requirements. * Maintain accurate shipping records and generate reports for management. * Work closely with warehouse teams to prioritize shipments based on business needs. * Resolve transportation-related issues, including delays, damages, or misrouted shipments. Qualifications: * Education: High school diploma or GED required * Experience: 2+ years in warehouse shipping operations, freight booking, or logistics coordination. * Technical Skills: Proficiency in warehouse management systems (WMS), Microsoft Word and Excel, and Transportation management system (TMS) is a plus. * Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess logistics challenges and implement effective solutions. * Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for working with carriers and internal teams. * Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple shipments and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment. Physical Requirements: * Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. * Standing, walking, and bending for extended periods. We are a drug-free workplace and an EEO employer. Please note: This role will be filled by our internal recruitment team, so no assistance is needed from any outside staffing agency at this time. Compensation Range: $21.50 - $23.00 per hour - Actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: years of experience, skill set, and location. Total compensation includes profit sharing bonus potential, 401k matching, and a variety of other benefits (details can be found here). #LI-onsite