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The leading model and hobby company in the world, and one of the most progressive companies in the Champaign/Urbana area is seeking qualified individuals for the following positions. We offer a competitive compensation package and excellent opportunities for career growth.
CURRENTLY OPEN POSITIONS (effective September 2, 2008)
CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS POSITIONS
TECHNICAL
ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN: Our preferred candidate will have a background with hands on experience in circuit design testing and trouble shooting. Experience with radio control systems, battery chargers, and electronic speed controls is desired but will train the right candidate. Must be able to use a soldering iron and have a working knowledge of electronic components as well as being able to create technical reports. A two year electronics degree is strongly preferred. Previous experience in an electronics lab environment with product development experience is desired. Full-time, days.
PROFESSIONAL
HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST: Seeking an experienced individual to coordinate all employee relations programs dealing with social, recreational and recognition services. Write and edit the company newsletter, classified ads and assist with writing other employee communications. Responsibilities also include employment related activities including recruiting and interviewing job applicants to fill open positions. Perform reference checking, extend job offers, perform new hire orientation and exit interviews. Position requires 1-2 years experience in a similar role, the ability to multi-task, must be detail oriented and possess good follow through skills. Strong writing skills required. A Bachelors Degree in English, Writing or a related field desired.
SALES & CUSTOMER SERVICE
CATALOG PHONE ORDER TAKER: Take inbound calls from our catalog customers. Earn $1 - $2 per hour in incentive pay. Opportunity for a wage increase within 30 days. Work in a casual office atmosphere. Flexible day and weekend hours. Full or part-time schedules.
OTHER
SECURITY: Perform periodic inspection tours of buildings and grounds to ensure compliance with established safety policies and procedures. Full and part time, 1st shift, 2nd shift and weekend hours available.
WAREHOUSE
MACHINE OPERATOR: Operate numerous types of machinery including saws, routers, and sanders. Be able to unload trucks when needed. The ability to read a tape measure and input information into the computer are required. Previous carpentry or shop experience desired.
SHIPPING CLERK: Package balsa wood kits and accessories. Unload containers, operate all packaging machinery and forklifts as well as drive the company truck between facilities. Previous manufacturing and forklift experience preferred. Must have Class B CDL license. Full-time, days.
WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE: Pick customer orders from shelves or package orders for shipment. Regular full and part-time positions on 2nd shift available. Requires a dependable work history. Previous warehouse experience helpful.
If you are in the Champaign-Urbana area, please apply in person at 2904 Research Road, Champaign, IL 61822 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday - Friday. Those applicants outside the Champaign area may send a resume with salary history to Tower Hobbies, Attn: Human Resources, 2904 Research Road, Champaign, IL 61822 or e-mail us at hr@towerhobbies.com EOE
If you are in the Reno, Nevada area, please apply in person at 1190 Trademark Drive, Reno, NV 89512. from 8:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m. Monday - Friday.
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