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Job Tracker!Job Summary: Work in a fast-paced environment to coordinate/assist incoming driv-ers on their arrivals and departures to Con-way's Freight Assembly Centers (FAC); in addition to other processes and various administrative functions. Description of Essential Job Func-tions: Available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Communicate effectively with dock supervisors, drivers and other ser-vice center personnel. Collect, process, and transport pa-perwork to/from various locations. Various administrative functions

including creating/transmitting reports. Safely work in adverse weather con-ditions. Safely walk and stand for extended periods of time on various surfaces that may be uneven or slippery. Prompt, daily attendance at as-signed work location. Perform other duties as assigned. Skills & Experience: Previous customer service experi-ence preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook). Knowledge of Hazardous Materials is a plus. Accurate 10-key skills. Excellent written and verbal com-munication skills. Company Overview: Con-way Freight is the premier

provider of reliable, regional, inter-regional and nationwide LTL service to customers large and small across our integrated, single North American network of LTL operat-ing locations. Recently, Fortune Magazine named Con-way the "Most Admired Com-pany" in the transportation and logistics industry. At Con-way, you will work alongside a top caliber management team that not only understands the transportation industry but the importance of uti-lizing and developing top talent. If you are looking to build a solid and long-lasting career where you will be recognized and rewarded for your hard work, look to Con-way. Apply today and find out why thousands of people have made Con-way their employer of choice!

Job Tracker!Safety Specialist-HV059765 To support and drive execution of company Safety programs at facility level, to support Market Unit per-formance. Audit facilities to identify gaps in adherence to CCE policies, Federal, State and Local regulations, related to Safety. Through partner-ship with facilities and Market Unit Leadership identify actions needed to remediate issues to ensure com-pliance to CCE policies, Federal, State and Local regulations, related to Safety. Drive consistent Safety message at all levels of the organiza-tion through interaction with hourly employees up through Market Unit Leadership. Identify and surface po-tential hazards that may be in need of further review, and possible com-pany program development. Interact with governmental agencies, includ-ing but not limited to OSHA and DOT, on an as needed basis. Work with Risk Management, Claims Department, TPA, Outside Adjus-tors, Outside Counsel, etc. to pro-vide support on an as needed basis. Execution of NABU Safety Plan Perform Safety Audits with-in all Market Unit locations on an annual basis, reporting re-sults to BU leadership team.

Partner with local management to implement corrective actions iden-tified during audits, self inspec-tions, supervisor investigations, etc. Coordinate investigations and pro-duce required documentation to assist in determining accident classification, corrective action needed and/ or to provide sup-port to the Claims Department. Regulatory Support to in-clude OSHA and DOT. Attend and support Safety Com-mittees within the facilities. Implement Focus Facility pro-gram as per company guidelines. Assist Safety Manager with various projects as assigned. Qualifications Bachelors Degree required. Com-bination of minimum and pre-ferred experience with some education will be considered. 3-5 years Safety Experience or related discipline required. Prior Manufacturing, DOT, bottling and multi unit experience preferred. Previous consumer prod-ucts industry preferred. Prior work within manufacturing/distribution organization a plus. Strong PC skills includ-ing a high level of proficiency in Word, Excel & PowerPoint Knowledge of OSHA, DOT and Hazardous Material manage-ment concepts and techniques Ability to train and educate em-ployees on safety, OSHA, and DOT management concepts Highly organized with the abil-ity to handle confidential infor-mation in a discreet manner. Ability to function indepen-dently and take the initiative until activities are complete. Excellent written and verbal com-munication and presentation skills. Proven analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to organize and lead large company sponsored events. Ability to function under pres-sure while handling multiple as-signments with various deadlines. Ability to Bend/stoop, sit, lift, squat, walk, crouch, reach, and operate keyboard/calculator are required.


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Through education and driving skills development, become profi -cient in the operation of a tractor trailer combination. Responsibili-ties include non-driving duties such as forklift operation and working the dock.

Perform freight handling using ap-propriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truckPerform pre-trip and safe-ty inspections on equipmentHook/unhook trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailerVerify documentation matches freight description (e.g. type, weight, hazardous materials), using cur-rent electronic or manual systemSecure freight inside trailers us-ing appropriate tools and sup-plies (e.g. pallets, straps, rope)Recoup/repair dam-aged freight when necessaryVerify and complete required documentation and reportsAssist customers with freight and freight documentation as neededComply with all applica-ble laws/regulations, as well as company policies/proceduresPerform other duties as required

Disclaimer: This job descrip-tion is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be in-terpreted as a comprehensive in-ventory of all duties, responsibili-ties and qualifi cations required of employees assigned to the job.Qualifi cations:Must

possess a class A Commercial Driv-er’s License (CDL) or a CDL permit.Must possess acceptable Mo-tor Vehicle Record (MVR) based on hiring standardsMust meet all Department of Trans-portation (DOT) regulatory require-ments under section 391 of the Feder-al Motor Carrier (FMC) regulationsAbility to count and perform basic math, with or without a calculatorBasic written and verbal communica-tion skills (documentation, commu-nication with peers, supervisors, etc.)Ability to lift/carry hand freight of varying weights several times a week, to lift dock plates weighing approximately 100 pounds, and to open trailer doors requiring ap-proximately 75 pounds of lift force, up to several times per day or moreAbility to sit for extended pe-riods of time, bend, twist, squat, climb in and out of truckAbility to follow instructions and complete required trainingAbility to work independent-ly and/or as a team memberBasic written and verbal communica-tion skills (documentation, commu-nication with peers, supervisors, etc.) Working Conditions:Exposure to noise and vibrationExposure to dust and diesel fumesExposure to hazardous ma-terials shipped and pack-aged under DOT regulationsHours may vary due to operational need

Job Tracker! Roselle, ILSalary Range:CommensurateExempt/Non-Exempt:Non-Exempt

Benefi ts:Medical, Dental, Life, LTD, 401K, and ESOP.Full TimeDescription:Warehouse AssociateEquus Computer Systems

Equus Computer SystemsWe are seeking a self-motivated Warehouse Associate to join our warehouse team. The Warehouse Associate is responsible for ensur-ing that all picking, shipping and receiving orders are completed ac-curately and in a timely fashion. Duties:Primary responsibilities include:

•Picks and verifi es orders and prepares items for production. Ensures quality and quanti-ties match, picking documents through careful audit of documents.•Pulling orders according to the pick slip, and verify that all ac-cessories are pulled to properly go with the product being sold. This includes cables, drivers, etc.•When pulling orders, en-sure that all items are com-plete and in saleable condition.•Compares information and counts incoming and outgoing shipments to verify information against bills of lading, invoices, and orders. As-sists in resolving any discrepancies.•Affi xes shipping labels, identifying shipping information on cartons. •Assemble packaging materials and packages merchandise per instruc-tions, in preparation for shipment. In-serts items into containers, using spac-ers, fi llers, and protective padding. •Confi rms physical shipment of goods and facilitate tracking of packages.•Enter data pertaining to orders into the company’s inventory system.•Examines outgoing shipments to

ensure shipments meet specifi cations. •Maintains inventory of ship-ping materials and supplies. En-sure the accuracy of all shipping documents by strict adherence to standard operating procedures.•Will operate forklift machine to move shipments from shipping and receiv-ing platform to storage or work area. •Other duties and re-sponsibilities as assigned.Qualifi cations:Essential Require-ments Include:

Previous experience work-ing in a warehouse preferred.Must be OSHA forklift certifi ed.Must have 1-2 years of experience in shipping and receiving capac-ity within a warehouse environment.Computer Profi ciency with full suite of Microsoft Offi ce products.Must perform all duties in a safe man-ner and maintain the warehouse and work area in a neat and orderly mannerMust be organized with good atten-tion to detail.

Equus Computer Systems Inc. is a manufacturer of desktops, note-books, servers and storage solutions. As a 100% employee-owned com-pany (ESOP), Equus is proud to be one of America's largest computer system manufacturers. Since 1989, we have delivered build-to-order desktops, notebooks and servers to the ISVs, OEMs, value added resell-er and system integrator channels.

We off er competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefi ts pack-age including: health and dental in-surance, 401k, disability coverage, life insurance, participation in our Employee Ownership Stock Pro-gram (ESOP) and more.

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To be considered for this position, submit your resume and compensa-tion requirements to Corporate Hu-man Resources by responding to this post. Local candidates only.

To learn more about Equus, visit our website at http://www.equuscs.com

Ghost Tails "GHOST TAILS" DOG WALK GHOST TOUR TO BENEFIT FOX VALLEY ANIMAL WELFARE LEAGUE

Aurora, IL -- There's a howling good time to be had for dogs and dog own-ers on Friday, October 12th, as Di-ane Ladley's HISTORIC GHOST TOURS OF AURORA presents the Ghost Tails Charity Dog Walk & Ghost Tour to benefi t the Fox Valley Animal Welfare League.

This is a special, Fido-friendly ghost walk tour of Aurora's Stolp Island. Dog owners can bring their pets on the tour and enjoy the city's unique haunted history told by HAUNTED AURORA author and tour founder Diane Ladley, nationally known as "America's Ghost Storyteller." Hunt ghosts along the way using authentic EMF "Ghost Meters," distributed free for use throughout the tour.

Costumes are encouraged, with priz-es going to the Cutest, the Funniest, the Most Original, the Most Beauti-ful, and the Most Congenial Canine.

The Ghost Tails Charity Dog Walk & Ghost Tour begins at 8:00 PM on Friday, October 12th from Two Brothers Roundhouse, 205 N. Broadway in downtown Aurora, Il-linois, 60506. Tickets are $25 per person, with $5 going to the Fox Val-ley Animal Welfare League. Dogs are free. Tickets are limited and reservations are required. Be a hero to all dogs and attend this fun-fi lled family event whether you bring a dog or not! For more details and to book tickets, visit www.HauntedHome-towns.com or call 630-978-7033.

HISTORIC GHOST TOURS OF AURORA is a division of

HAUNTED HOMETOWNS CORPORATION, with more ghost tours in Naperville and Elgin—the fi rst and fi nest ghost tours in Chi-

cago's West suburbs and the only one where YOU are the ghost hunter!

The Fox Valley Animal Wel-fare League, Inc. is a 65 year old non-profi t organization commit-ted to caring for and promoting the adoption of lost, unwanted and abused companion animals. “Our mission is to improve the qual-ity of life of companion animals and to keep them in their forever homes by providing programs and services that reduce pet overpopulation while supporting our commitment to ani-mal welfare in the community.”

CONTACT INFORMATIONDiane Ladley, Ameri-ca's Ghost StorytellerKaye Kerekes, President and Found-

erFox Valley Animal Welfare LeagueEmail: [email protected] 11 John Street, North Aurora 60542www.HauntedHometowns.com www.fvawl.org - [email protected]: 630-978-7033 Phone: 630-559-4305 For Details & Tickets for Ghost Tails Charity Dog Walk & Ghost Tour:Visit www.Historic-Ghost-Tours-Aurora.com

Donations Help Animals Press Release

Sat, November 3rd, 10am-2pm, Boulder Hill Elementary School Donation Drop off s: (no fur-niture, computers, chemi-cals, 2 bag clothing limit)- Fox Valley Spay/Neuter Clin-ic - 11 John Street, North Auro-ra - Oct 29-Nov 2nd 10am-3pm- Montgomery Police Station - Rt 30 - Friday, November 2nd - Noon -4pm- Boulder Hill Elementary School - Friday, November 2nd - 4:30-7:30pm and November 3rd - 8:30am-10am Looking for volunteers to help, bak-ers to bake and donations including jewelry for our jewelry sale, which will be held during the rummage sale. For more info they can con-tact us at 630/559-4305 All proceeds benefi t Fox Valley Animal Welfare League's Spay/Neuter Clinic.

Red Robin Fundraiser for Special Olympics Law enforcement offi cers through-out the state will give a whole new meaning to “protect and serve” dur-ing the upcoming Tip-A-Cop fun-draiser at Red Robin restaurants. Tip-A-Cop is an offi cial Law En-forcement Torch Run fundraising event where offi cers volunteer their time as “celebrity waiters” to collect tips for Special Olympics Illinois. The Montgomery Police Depart-ment along with the Oswego Police Department will be participating in the event at the Oswego Red Robin.

The much anticipated Red Robin Tip-A-Cop fundraiser will be held on October 13 in two shifts. The

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Oswego Police Department will be there from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. and the Montgomery Police Department from 4-8 p.m. This marks the fi fth year that Illinois has partnered with Red Robin for this event.

Chamber News: Tuesday Luncheon GMACC

MONTGOMERY, IL - The Great-er Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce (GMACC) warmly wel-comes two new members: Brian Beck with The Flooring Guys of Il-linois (Montgomery) – specializing in carpet, tile and wood; and, Ja-son DeCarlo with ERC of Chicago (Montgomery) – local experts in e-waste recycling.

All members and prospective mem-bers are invited to attend the next GMACC “Not-For-Members-On-ly” Luncheon on Tuesday, Septem-ber 25. Unlike other area Chambers, the GMACC varies its location each month to feature a diff erent member, or Montgomery venue. This gives its members a change of scenery and helps promote our local economy. Rain or shine, this month’s lunch will be an outdoor picnic at Austin Park, located in the NE corner of Mill and Route 25 – entrance off of South Broadway Road in Mont-gomery. Guests are asked to come dressed for weather. Lunch will be catered by member, Jimmy John’s, so advance registration by the morn-ing before is required. This will be an all-networking event starting at 11:30 am and lunch at noon. Reg-ister on line at the Chamber website: www.chamberofmontgomeryil.org, or by calling the Chamber offi ce: 630-897-8137.

For more information about the Greater Montgomery Area Cham-ber of Commerce and other upcom-ing activities, visit the Chamber web-site: www.chamberofmontgomeryil.org, or call: 630-897-8137.

Senior News by Pat Feeley

FASHION SHOW

The Oswego Senior Center will hold its third annual Fall Fashion Show, Lunch and Shopping Spree.You can have shopping mall conveni-ence without all the walking. On

Wednesday, October 3rd, you will be able to enjoy a delicious lunch, enjoy a fashion show and also shop for the clothes. Clothing at reasonable pric-es are being off ered by Taylor Marie. Cost is $10.00 for a beef brisket luncheon. Wear your prettiest or most origina hat to win a prize. For reservations and tickets conatact Lor-raine at 630-554-5602 or stop in at the center at 156 E. Washington ST. MEDICARE FORUM

Save the date for the third annual Medicare Forum at the Oswego Senior Center at 156 E. Washing-ton St. in Oswego. On Wednesday, October 10th get an overview of medicare and learn about medicare changes in 2012 and 2013; recent changes in Illlinois Cares RX medi-care, and the medicare savings pro-gram. Program will begin at 10 am. Open enrollment for Medicare is from October 15th to Decem-ber 7th. FI\ind out if your current plan is the best choise you have. Panelists for hte forum include Roger

Doornbos, Senior Health Insurance Program, State of Illinois; Loretto Cowhig, Northeastern Area Agency on Aging; Royce Blackwell, Retired SSA and monthlky Senior Topics ra-dio program and local SHIP counse-lors from Oswego Senior Center and Kendall County Health Department. After the forum SHIP counsselors will be available in the computer lab to help review your plan and show you your options. Light refreshments will be served. Call 630-554-5602 for more infor-mation and to save a space.

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