Start or Grow Your Career in Greater Green Bay, WI
A rewarding career in a great field or a high quality of life in a community you love? Too often, jobseekers must choose between one or the other. In Greater Green Bay, WI, however, it’s possible to achieve both the career and life you desire. Here, warm, friendly communities, affordable living, entertainment and outdoor recreation meld with a collection of sturdy industries.
While opportunities in health care stand out to Samantha Van Asten, talent acquisition manager for Emplify Health, Bellin region, she sees the job market as strong across the board.
“Green Bay has a diverse economy with several industries, offering promising career paths for young professionals,” she says. “Manufacturing, particularly in the paper and packaging sector, is a major employer. Additionally, the education, finance and technology sectors are growing and creating new opportunities.”
In addition to young professionals, the community is a great place for families to put down roots, says Melinda Morella-Olson, senior director of sustainability products at Breakthrough, a strategic transportation partner.
“Green Bay strikes a perfect balance, offering the resources and amenities of a larger city while maintaining a welcoming atmosphere that facilitates meaningful relationships,” she says. “The community is supported by generous businesses and individuals who actively contribute to various organizations, creating a strong culture of service and philanthropy.”
Ahead, learn more about the strong industries in which you can grow your career in Greater Green Bay, WI.
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1. Paper & Packaging
Delicious food and other goods require packaging before they head to grocery store shelves. This is a market where Greater Green Bay, WI, excels and career opportunities abound. Examples of employers include Green Bay Packaging, which makes cartons for e-commerce and retail settings while also being an industry leader in sustainability, and Paper Converting Machine Co., which is a leader in tissue converting, packaging, flexographic printing and nonwovens technology.
2. Transportation & Logistics
To get things from point A to point B, Schneider, which started in 1935 in Green Bay, delivers comprehensive trucking services, while Premier Logistics offers more tailored solutions on a smaller scale.
Breakthrough, on the other hand, designs sustainable fuel and freight solutions to help shippers reduce costs, create efficient networks and decarbonize transportation, Morella-Olson says.
“We look for smart, passionate and edgy people who can help us build innovative solutions for our clients and have a desire to challenge the status quo that will drive change in the transportation industry,” she says.
Breakthrough also hires positions of all skill and experience levels. Some require expertise in supply chain or transportation logistics or a four-year degree, but many do not.
“This flexibility sets Breakthrough apart,” Morella-Olson says. “If you can learn quickly and be adaptable, you can have a great career here.”
3. Advanced Manufacturing
Great careers can also be found in Greater Green Bay, WI’s advanced manufacturing industry. The state’s advanced manufacturing companies are well versed in traditional metalworking as well as Industry 4.0 concepts with machinery that leverages cloud connectivity and AI to boost efficiency.
Robinson specializes in contract manufacturing and metal fabrication, and Koss Industrial supports dairy, food and other sanitary industries with stainless steel processing equipment. The area’s manufacturing prowess offers opportunities in engineering, sales, operations and welding or assembly roles. Green Bay is also home to the headquarters of global food manufacturer Schrieber foods, which specializes in cheese, cream cheese, yogurt and beverages.
4. Education
Thinking about a career in Greater Green Bay, WI, where you can help prepare younger generations for their futures? The region holds possibilities for educators, administrators and coaches, too. Beyond a stalwart primary education system, the area is also home to St. Norbert College, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and Northeast Wisconsin Technical College.
Beyond providing career opportunities for professors, researchers and other staff, the universities ensure that the area maintains a deep talent pool to support other industries. They also allow anyone excited about advancing their career to pursue additional degrees or certificates to add to their qualifications.
5. Health Care
Greater Green Bay is home to several hospitals and medical facilities, including Aurora BayCare Medical Center, HSHS St. Vincent Hospital and St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center.
Also, nonprofit Bellin Health possesses a rich history dating back to its founding in 1907. Now part of Emplify Health due to a merger with Gundersen Health System based out of La Crosse, the health care provider remains committed to exceptional care of patients and innovation.
“Health care encompasses so much more than doctors and nurses, who are also vital to our success,” Van Asten says. “We also need talent within IT, marketing, finance, legal, therapy, supply, leadership, project management and so much more. Each role is vital to our success and our ability to care for our communities.”
This article is sponsored by Your Move Green Bay and the Greater Green Bay Chamber.