R&D Asset Support

Overview :

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide Our client is an American food company formed by the merger of client Food and the third-largest food and beverage company in North America

Position : R&D Asset Support

Location : Glenview, IL, 60025

Duration : 2 Months

Job Type : Temporary Assignment

Work Type : Onsite

Job Description : Summary :

The client is seeking a detail-oriented and organized R&D Asset Support contractor to assist with a short-term project focused on asset data entry and tagging within our Glenview, IL facility.

This role will support the R&D team by ensuring accurate documentation and labeling of equipment using our internal asset management system, Hexagon.

This project is part of a broader company initiative to organize and assign assets across multiple R&D sites in preparation for a corporate restructuring.

The selected contractor will work closely with internal team members and receive training and support throughout the assignment.

Key Responsibilities :

Manually enter equipment and asset information into the Hexagon software system (including ID, description, function, and location).

Generate and print barcode tags based on the entered data.

Physically apply barcode tags to corresponding equipment :

Paper tags for lab assets

Stainless steel tags for pilot plant assets

Collaborate with internal team members to locate, identify, and verify assets.

Ensure data accuracy and consistency across systems and spreadsheets.

Communicate with staff across multiple R&D sites (mainly Glenview and satellite locations).

Qualifications :

High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.

Basic computer proficiency; Excel experience is required.

Experience with asset management systems (Hexagon preferred, but not required).

Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.

Comfortable working in a lab or technical environment and handling physical equipment.

Ability to manage time effectively and adapt to a fast-paced, evolving project.

Must Haves :

Strong data entry accuracy and speed to enable effective asset management.

Basic Excel skill such as sorting, vlookups, data cleanup and simple formulas.

Good verbal and written communication for working with site contacts and report issues.

Must be comfortable working both independently and in a team environment.

Lastly, a self-starter with minimal supervision

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.