Routing Specialist

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Stratus
Stratus provides innovative solutions in infrastructure, energy, and construction sectors.
Manage and optimize production routings in ERP for signage and facilities services.
1 days ago ago
$65,000 - $75,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Elk Grove Village, IL
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Financial
Healthcare
Retail
Petroleum & C-Stores
Hospitality
Restaurants
Sports & Entertainment
Transportation
Role
What you would be doing
data analysis
prototype routing
erp routing
process improvement
bom alignment
workflow reporting
  • Analyze routing data to support continuous improvement initiatives and cost reduction strategies.
  • Support new product introductions by developing prototype routings and refining them through pilot phases.
  • Maintain routing data integrity within the ERP system, ensuring consistency across product lines and service offerings.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to identify opportunities for routing improvements that reduce lead time, labor costs, and waste.
  • Liaise with Estimating and Finance to ensure routings accurately reflect labor costs and support quoting processes.
  • Troubleshoot routing-related issues and implement corrective actions to support production continuity.
  • Ensure routings align with BOMs, material availability, and production schedules.
  • Partner with IT and operations to improve routing workflows and reporting capabilities.
  • Manage national accounts for Fortune 500 companies
  • Define labor steps, work centers, and process sequences based on manufacturing capabilities and installation requirements.
  • Support compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards in routing documentation.
  • Work closely with Manufacturing Engineers and Production Planning to ensure alignment between routings, BOMs, and production plans.
  • Develop and maintain accurate production routings in the ERP system (IFS) for all product families including pylons, monuments, wall signs, digital signage, and energy solutions.
What you bring
erp
analytical
bachelor's
routing
lean manufacturing
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (IFS preferred) and understanding of manufacturing workflows.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field preferred. Equivalent work experience in production planning, routing, or manufacturing operations will be considered in lieu of a formal degree.
  • 3+ years of experience in routing or process documentation, preferably in signage, fabrication, or facilities services.
  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
Benefits
  • Company paid Life Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off program + Holidays
  • Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
  • Company paid Short/Long Term Disability
  • 401k with Employer Contribution
  • Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options
  • Additional perks including Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Program, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness Plans, Commuter Benefits and various employee discount offerings from our Vendors
  • Career Growth Opportunities and Career Mapping
  • Supportive & Friendly Culture
Training + Development
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Company
Overview
  • Stratus emerged from a vision to deliver high-impact solutions in complex sectors like infrastructure and energy.
  • With a rich history of successful projects, Stratus has built a reputation for precision and reliability.
  • Specializing in large-scale construction, renewable energy, and infrastructure projects, they take on challenging and ambitious work.
  • Stratus has successfully managed a variety of projects, from residential developments to intricate energy systems.
  • The company is known for its focus on innovation, providing cutting-edge solutions to meet the needs of modern industries.
  • Stratus stands out for its ability to blend technical expertise with practical implementation, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
Culture + Values
  • Collaboration: Team Synergy, Cross-functional Cooperation, Innovation, Client Satisfaction
  • Recognition: Motivation and morale through rewards, positive workplace environment, retention, continuous improvement
  • Growth Mentality: Continuous learning, adaptability, innovation and creativity, competitive edge, improved performance
  • Integrity and transparency in all dealings
  • Innovation through diverse perspectives and ideas
  • Purpose-driven leadership: Leadership alignment, clear core values, embedded purpose in systems, meetings, hiring, recognition
Environment + Sustainability
2030
Carbon Neutrality Goal
The company aims to achieve carbon neutrality across all operations by this year.
100%
Recycled Materials
By 2028, all server racks, data cabling, and network accessories will be made from fully recycled materials.
50%
Takeback Program Growth
Increase in purchases under the Takeback and Reuse program by 2028.
2030
Electric Fleet Transition
Entire fleet of service vehicles will transition to fully electric trucks by this year.
  • Ensure entire supply chain meets sustainable and ethical practices by 2032: drop‑ship manufacturers by 2030; LEED‑certified manufacturing partners by 2032
  • Minimize environmental footprint by implementing energy‑efficient technologies and practices in offices and data centers
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion are pillars built into culture: open atmosphere built on trust where every employee feels equally valued, heard, supported and guided
  • Treat everyone as a valuable contributor and business partner; learn and respect emotions, feelings, thoughts and peculiarities; respect time, cultural backgrounds and responsibilities
  • Ensure equal opportunity and equal access to support and work‑life balance for all employees
  • Focus on constantly building a more diverse workforce across gender, race, age, national origin, sexual orientation and background
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