Wheeling-Prospect Heights chamber host job fair May 16
The Wheeling - Prospect Heights Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry and Wheeling High School are hosting a job fair for high-paying positions that don't require a college degree, from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 16, at the high school gym, 900 E. Elmhurst Road, Wheeling.
The exhibitors are seeking talent for 50+ jobs that need to be filled. Students will have a separate session to meet with the employers from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.
"This is a great forum that brings together local manufacturers and businesses looking for entry-level employees seeking an opportunity to start their career," said Jerry Brand, CFO of Chris Industries and chair of the WPH Chamber committee hosting the program. "This format will give applicants a chance to see in-person various job openings in their community."
Participating companies include Argon Medical Devices; Devon Bank; Keats Manufacturing; FedEx; Illinois Lock; Chris Industries; Mariano's/Kroger Co.; Reynolds Consumer Products; Richelieu Foods; Sherwin-Williams; Tool King; Wintrust Bank; Swiss Precision; and more.