If you have a disability, whether visible or invisible, we can assist you during your job search. Having a disability doesn’t preclude you from accessing our career services.
Our center is equipped with assistive technology to accommodate a variety of disabilities.
Some ways we can support you:
Helping you build confidence
by focusing on your unique assets
Offering guidance
on workplace accommodations
Referring you
to other helpful resources such as job coaching
Connecting you
with disability-friendly employers
Did You Know?
Did you know that people with disabilities tend to remain on the job and maintain better levels of attendance? A US Chamber of Commerce study revealed an 80% lower turnover rate. This is just one of many studies that have concluded similar findings.
#TRUTH
Most ‘reasonable adjustments’ to support employees with disabilities cost nothing or very little (Source: Social Security Administration) The majority of people with disabilities do not require accommodations and if they do, the average cost is around $500. Employers can seek assistance from the Department of Labor and apply for tax incentives when they bring on workers with disabilities. These incentives, such as Work Opportunity Tax Credit, may actually benefit a business’s bottom line!
Common Questions from People with Disabilities
How does my disability affect my job search?
You are not obligated to disclose a disability to a prospective employer. If you can meet the performance requirements of a job even though you have a disability, then your disability should not affect your search. In many cases, a person with a disability may be able to perform the functions of a job with an accommodation. Accommodations may include adaptive equipment, flexible working hours, or other adjustments to a workplace or work process. Prospective employers should consider your ability to do the job with a reasonable accommodation. If you believe you can perform the functions of a job with a reasonable accommodation, you can learn about the types of accommodations that may help you at the online Job Accommodation Network, and discuss these with the prospective employer.
When in the application process is it best to disclose my disability? In my cover letter, resume, or later in the interview process?
Individuals are not required to disclose information regarding their disability while going through a job hiring processes. However, many experts advise individuals to disclose information regarding their disability if it will impact their job performance, as this will help to create openness and a positive working relationship. Each individual and situation is different and may call for different processes of disclosure. Typically individuals wait till the last interview before disclosing information related to an illness or disability. It's ultimately an ethical decision that experts say must be made individually.
Connect with our center to discuss these and other questions with a career counselor.
Peek Inside: At this location, we offer our customers a wide range of manufacturing capabilities, from CNC machining all the way to complete product assembly and fulfillment.
Fun fact about our company: a robot works right alongside our machinists to produce parts with quality and efficiency!
You would like to work at our company if
you are interested in the wide range of evolving technologies, processes and creativity that go into the world of modern manufacturing.
In the next year, we expect to hire CNC machinists
To get that job, you typically need a high school diploma and vocational or technical training in machining. We offer additional on-the-job training once a new machinist with the foundational skills and experience joins the team so they can continue to master their craft.
Our best machinists have: a passion about the art and science that goes into taking a raw piece of metal or plastic and forming it into a high-precision design.
CNC Machinists From this position, you could grow into
Master Machinist
Machining Business Manager
Owner of your own machining business
In the next year, we expect to hire Assembly Operators
To get that job, you typically need a high school diploma, a mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn and closely follow processes and work instructions.
Our best assembly operators are eager learners and pay attention to details. They enjoy working on different types of mechanical work every day.
Assembly Operators From this position, you could grow into
lead operator
supervisor
manufacturing manager
FEATURED ORGANIZATION:
Company Name: The Jel Sert Company
DuPage Location: West Chicago, IL
Total number of employees in DuPage: 900 during peak season
Peek Inside
The Jel Sert Company is a leading manufacturer of food and beverage products. For the past 20 years, our team has been dedicated to establishing an exemplary manufacturing infrastructure that supports the needs of some of the world’s largest Consumer Packaged Goods and pharmaceutical companies.
Jel Sert is committed to providing employees with development opportunities as we are invested in their long term success and advancement within the organization. An individual development plan assists employees in career and personal development and allows employees to reach short and long term career goals.
You would like to work at our company because
We are committed to attracting the best talent and developing our employees to exceed their potential. Our employees take pride in their work and are always looking for ways to contribute their ideas, skills, experience, and passion. We reward and value creativity, professionalism, teamwork, honesty, and longevity.
In the next year, we expect to hire 2-3 technicians
To get this job, you typically need a Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with electrical, hydraulics, programming, and mechanical PLCs is required.
We pay $2.00 per hour shift differential for all time worked on 3rd shift. *Rate of pay depends on one’s experience, education, and skills.
Our best technicians have: Strong mechanical and electrical skills Additionally, someone that takes pride in their work, is honest, creative in their ideas, and works as a professional in a team environment.
All Technicians are sent to College of DuPage for classes. Technicians are scheduled for a series of six mechanical and six electrical classes. Classes are during work hours, so Technicians are paid for their time in class. We adjust their hours to spend half their shift on the floor and the balance in the class. Jel Sert pays for this training which includes classroom and lab work. All Technicians are involved in this training despite their experience level.
TECHNICIAN
From this position, you could grow into
