Onsite – DeForest, Wisconsin | Demco, Inc.

At Demco, we create innovative learning environments for libraries and schools across the country, and we’re looking for a Product Engineer to help bring the next generation of ideas to life.

If you thrive in NPD (New Product Development), love turning concepts into real-world products, and believe that the best ideas come from iteration (and a little failure), you’ll fit right in with our philosophy: fail often, fail fast—and build something better every time.

What You’ll Do

As a key contributor in our NPD process, you’ll own the engineering journey from concept through production and continuous improvement. This is a hands-on, collaborative role where design meets manufacturing.

• Lead and support new product development (NPD) efforts from ideation to launch
• Translate concepts into detailed engineering designs using SolidWorks and similar tools
• Partner cross-functionally with design, sourcing, and manufacturing teams to ensure feasibility and efficiency
• Drive prototyping, testing, and iteration cycles (fail fast, learn faster)
• Optimize products for cost, durability, manufacturability, and sustainability
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards (including BIFMA)
• Troubleshoot production challenges and continuously improve existing products

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in Product Engineering / Design Engineering / Product Development Engineering, ideally in an NPD-focused environment
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred)
• Deep understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and quality standards
• Experience with furniture design or wood manufacturing is a strong plus
• A problem-solving mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Strong collaboration and communication skills

Why Demco?

At Demco, we don’t just design products, we design solutions that impact learning communities nationwide. You’ll be part of a team that values creativity, autonomy, and continuous improvement.

• A collaborative, team-first environment
• Opportunities to innovate and influence real products
• A culture that embraces experimentation: fail often, fail fast
• Work that directly supports schools and libraries

If you’re ready to take ideas from concept to classroom and aren’t afraid to iterate along the way we’d love to hear from you.

From libraries to schools, our products help shape learning spaces across the country. We're looking for a detail-oriented Upholstery Technician to join our manufacturing team and help build high-quality soft seating products that inspire learning.

No upholstery experience? No problem. We're looking for people with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn. If you enjoy building, creating, crafting, woodworking, sewing, or working with your hands, we'll teach you the technical skills needed to succeed.

In this role, you'll:

• Sew fabric panels and upholstery patterns using industrial sewing equipment
• Cut and prepare fabric utilizing templates while minimizing material waste
• Wrap foam cores and cushion components with precision and consistency
• Assemble upholstered frames and components according to work order specifications
• Complete final finishing steps including stapling, trimming, wrapping, and tacking
• Inspect products throughout the manufacturing process to ensure quality standards are met
• Identify and communicate quality concerns before products move to the next production stage
• Complete production documentation using both printed and digital work orders
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and follow all safety procedures
• Support other areas within the Value Center as production needs change 

Qualified candidates will have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
• Ability to perform precise handwork in tight spaces
• Ability to read and follow work orders and production instructions
• Experience with fabric handling, sewing, or stitch techniques is helpful, but not required. We'll train motivated individuals who are eager to learn
• An interest in building, woodworking, crafting, sewing, DIY projects, or other hands-on creative work is encouraged, as these skills often translate well to upholstery
• Ability to stand and walk throughout the workday
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds 

Why Choose This Role with Demco?

• Build products that support learning environments across the country
• Develop specialized upholstery and manufacturing skills
• Work alongside a team that values quality craftsmanship and collaboration
• Be part of a company culture that encourages innovation, continuous improvement, and doing great work together
• Comprehensive insurance options
• Paid time off including 10 paid holidays and paid volunteer time
• 401(k) match
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Demco offers a wide range of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive insurance options
• Paid time off including 10 paid holidays and paid volunteer time
• 401(k) match
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Our team enjoys a collaborative work environment that’s fun, autonomous, and celebrates your efforts to become a subject matter expert in your role.

Ready to build something meaningful? Submit your resume in less than one minute. Top candidates will be invited to a phone interview before being considered for an onsite interview.

Turn Data Into Decisions. Partner Across the Business. Drive Meaningful Change.

At Demco, we believe the best business decisions are powered by great insight and even better partnerships. We're looking for a Business Operations Analyst who thrives at the intersection of strategy, analytics, and collaboration. This isn't a role where you'll spend your days building reports in isolation. You'll work directly with leaders across Finance, Operations, Sales, Product Management, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and IT to uncover opportunities, simplify complex business challenges, and help shape the future of our organization.

If you're naturally curious, possess strong financial and business acumen, enjoy asking "why," and love bringing people together around solutions, we'd love to meet you.

As a trusted business partner, you'll help leaders make smarter, faster decisions by:

• Analyzing financial and operations performance to identify trends, understand key business drivers, uncover opportunities for improvement, and provide meaningful insights to leadership
• Building financial models and business cases to evaluate growth opportunities, investments, efficiency initiatives, and cost savings opportunities
• Partnering with leaders across departments to understand business challenges, evaluate financial and operation impacts, and develop data-driven solutions
• Acting as the bridge between business teams, leadership, and IT to improve reporting and business processes
• Leading process improvement initiatives that create measurable business impact

This Role Is Different

Success in this role isn't measured by the number of reports you create—it's measured by the decisions you help leaders make.

You'll have visibility across the organization, influence strategic initiatives, and become a trusted advisor to leaders throughout the business. We're looking for a financially strong analyst who can operate across the business and is comfortable challenging assumptions, facilitating productive conversations, and turning complex problems into practical solutions.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys being at the center of the business, collaborating with diverse teams, and making a tangible impact on organizational performance.

We're looking for someone who brings:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Operations Management, Data Analytics, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in financial analysis, finance, operations, or a related field
• Experience in a small or mid-sized business environment is a plus
• Strong financial and business acumen, with the ability to understand financial statements, evaluate business performance, and translate complex financial and operational data into actional recommendations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced MS Excel and financial modeling skills, including the ability to build and analyze models using assumptions, scenarios, sensitivity analysis, and ROI calculations
• Experience with ERP systems and business intelligence tools such as Power BI or Tableau (preferred)
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills
• Confidence facilitating discussions with leaders across multiple functions
• A collaborative approach and a genuine passion for improving how work gets done

Why Demco?

At Demco, you'll do work that matters alongside people who value collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. You'll have the opportunity to influence strategic decisions, build relationships across the organization, and help shape the future of our business.

Work Location: Hybrid – 3 days per week in our Madison, Wisconsin office.

For more than 120 years, Demco has been an industry-leading learning environments company with a single goal: empower every learner to reach their maximum potential. We continuously evolve our products and services to meet the changing needs of schools and libraries, and we proudly give back to the communities we serve.  Our coworkers thrive knowing their work directly supports the library and education community, helping create spaces where students discover, grow, and succeed.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Marketing Communications Writer III develops communication strategies and compelling content that advance Demco's brand and business objectives. This role serves as a lead writer and steward of Demco's brand voice across marketing, product, corporate, and internal communications. Working closely with campaign managers, designers, and business leaders, this position translates complex information into clear, engaging messaging and content across digital and print channels.

The ideal candidate is an exceptional writer and editor with strong strategic judgment, excellent project management skills, and the ability to adapt messaging for different audiences and channels. This person is a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and demonstrates a commitment to Demco's core values.

This is a remote position with a preference for candidates based in Madison, WI who can come onsite for key meetings, but open to candidates in the Central time zone.

Communications Strategy & Content

• Develop communication strategies, messaging frameworks, and content approaches that translate business and marketing objectives into clear, compelling communications for target audiences.
• Write marketing and corporate communications at an expert level across long- and short-form formats, including presentations, social media, product copy, sales collateral, digital advertising, customer testimonials, and other content as assigned.
• Collaborate with marketing managers, designers, and internal stakeholders to research, develop, write, and execute relevant, engaging content while maintaining brand consistency across digital and print channels.
• Edit and review content created by others within the marketing team, providing guidance to strengthen messaging, voice, clarity, and quality.
• Apply SEO and content optimization best practices to web product descriptions, blog content, and other digital content to improve visibility and search performance.
• Develop and execute A/B and multivariate testing strategies for marketing copy, using results to refine messaging, improve audience engagement, and maximize campaign performance.
• Track and analyze content and campaign performance metrics, translate data into actionable insights, and continuously optimize copy and messaging against defined marketing and business objectives.
• Leverage AI-enabled tools to evaluate and optimize marketing copy for audience relevance, brand alignment, engagement, conversion, and other strategic objectives.

Project Management & Team Collaboration

• Manage multiple communications projects and priorities, balancing timelines, stakeholder needs, and changing business demands.
• Mentor and coach team members to strengthen writing and communications capabilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, English, communications, marketing, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• 8+ years of professional writing and communications experience; e-commerce and advertising experience highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI-enabled tools, performance insights, and testing to evaluate the effectiveness of marketing copy and optimize messaging against defined audience and business objectives.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills with a diverse portfolio or work samples spanning long- and short-form content, social media, creative marketing copy, product descriptions, and corporate communications.
• Strong working knowledge of AP style and the ability to adapt voice, tone, and messaging for different audiences and channels.
• Proven experience in content writing, marketing communications, communications strategy, or corporate communications.
• Strong project management skills; experience with project management and/or proofing platforms preferred.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS), marketing automation platforms, and digital content optimization practices.
• Strong verbal communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and organizational levels.
• Analytical mindset with keen attention to detail and sound editorial judgment.

Portfolio or professional writing samples are required with application and should demonstrate a range of work across marketing, digital, long- and short-form, and/or corporate communications.

1st Shift | 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | Monday–Friday

OUR COMPANY

For more than 120 years, Demco has been an industry-leading learning environments company with a single goal: empower every learner to reach their maximum potential. We continuously evolve our products and services to meet the changing needs of schools and libraries, and we proudly give back to the communities we serve.  Our coworkers thrive knowing their work directly supports the library and education community, helping create spaces where students discover, grow, and succeed.

If you bring a great attitude, strong work ethic, and show up ready to get the job done every day, we want to meet you.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our Value Center in DeForest is hiring a Size Jacket Operator to join our Manufacturing team. You’ll operate specialized equipment used to cut and prepare materials for our library products while helping keep production running safely and efficiently.  

In this role, you will:

• Safely and efficiently operate Size Jacket equipment to meet daily production needs
• Follow job tickets to accurately cut materials to the required press size or finished-product specifications
• Order needed raw materials and perform weekly light maintenance, including blade and oil changes
• Flex into other areas of the Value Center as production and labor needs shift
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience operating manufacturing equipment
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot minor equipment or maintenance issues
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for the majority of the 8-hour shift
• Willingness to cross-train in other Value Center functions
• Willingness to work overtime as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience operating manufacturing equipment
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot minor equipment or maintenance issues
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for the majority of the 8-hour shift
• Willingness to cross-train in other Value Center functions
• Willingness to work overtime as needed

This is a role where reliability matters, effort is noticed, and your work directly supports schools and libraries nationwide. Ready to jump in and be part of something meaningful?

Apply today and join our hardworking DeForest team.

1st Shift | 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | Monday–Friday

OUR COMPANY

For more than 120 years, Demco has been an industry-leading learning environments company with a single goal: empower every learner to reach their maximum potential. We continuously evolve our products and services to meet the changing needs of schools and libraries, and we proudly give back to the communities we serve.  Our coworkers thrive knowing their work directly supports the library and education community, helping create spaces where students discover, grow, and succeed.

If you bring a great attitude, strong work ethic, and show up ready to get the job done every day, we want to meet you.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our Value Center in DeForest is hiring a Shipping Associate to join our Distribution team. If you’re dependable, efficient, open to learning new things, and take pride in doing a job well, we’d love to talk to you.

In this role, you will:

• Construct cartons and prepare batch carts for order fulfillment
• Accurately pick customer orders using wearable and voice-to-pick technology
• Ensure the correct products and quantities are shipped
• Prepare cartons for shipment to prevent transit damage
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Assist in other areas of the Value Center as workload and priorities shift

QUALIFICATIONS

• A track record of reliable attendance and a strong work ethic
• A positive, team-first attitude
• Commitment to following safe work practices
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English and use basic computer or tablet systems
• Basic counting and math skills with strong attention to accuracy
• Ability to speak clearly and hear instructions when using voice-to-pick technology
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand or walk for 6–8 hours per day, and perform physical tasks including twisting, stooping, squatting, and reaching
• Willingness to learn new systems and processes
• Willingness to work overtime when business needs require it

This is a role where reliability matters, effort is noticed, and your work directly supports schools and libraries nationwide. Ready to jump in and be part of something meaningful? Apply today and join our hardworking DeForest team.

1st Shift | 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | Monday–Friday

OUR COMPANY

For more than 120 years, Demco has been an industry-leading learning environments company with a single goal: empower every learner to reach their maximum potential. We continuously evolve our products and services to meet the changing needs of schools and libraries, and we proudly give back to the communities we serve.  Our coworkers thrive knowing their work directly supports the library and education community, helping create spaces where students discover, grow, and succeed.

If you bring a great attitude, strong work ethic, and show up ready to get the job done every day, we want to meet you.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We’re looking for a dependable, safety-focused Material Handler – Shipping to join our DeForest Value Center team. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role for someone who enjoys staying active, working as part of a team, and learning new skills.

In this role, you will:

• Pick and assemble customer orders from warehouse locations using wearable and voice-to-pick technology
• Operate powered material handling equipment to move and retrieve products throughout the warehouse; training provided
• Verify orders for accuracy, completeness, and product condition before shipment
• Complete basic computer transactions and documentation to keep orders and workflow moving
• Support additional shipping and warehouse activities as workload and priorities change
• Follow established safety procedures while working around warehouse equipment and at elevated heights

QUALIFICATIONS

• A track record of reliable attendance, a strong work ethic, and a team-first attitude
• Commitment to following established safety practices
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English and use basic computer or tablet systems
• Capable of safely lifting up to 50 lbs. and stand or walk for 6–8 hours per day
• Comfortable working at heights and learning to operate powered material handling equipment
• Clear hearing and communication skills for using voice-to-pick technology
• Willingness to work overtime when business needs require it

This is a role where reliability matters, effort is noticed, and your work directly supports schools and libraries nationwide. Ready to jump in and be part of something meaningful? Apply today and join our hardworking DeForest team.

Two Opportunities: Supplies & Equipment Focus  |  Furnishings Focus

Help shape growth for a business with a meaningful purpose. At Demco, our work supports the libraries and schools that bring people together, expand access to learning, and strengthen communities. We are hiring two strategic marketing leaders to turn business priorities into customer-focused strategies and measurable results.

 Choose the opportunity that best fits your strengths:

What you’ll lead:

• Own the marketing strategy, annual roadmap, performance and budget for your assigned business category.
• Translate business and financial objectives into clear marketing priorities, investments and go-to-market plans.
• Use customer insight, market trends, competitive intelligence and performance data to identify opportunities and improve results.
• Partner across Product Management, Ecommerce, Sales, Creative and Marketing Operations to create a consistent customer experience.
• Set campaign direction, coach and develop team members, and build a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Present performance insights and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.
• A bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in strategic marketing, business marketing or marketing leadership.
• A record of building strategies that drive customer acquisition, engagement, retention and measurable business results.
• Strong business acumen and experience managing budgets, prioritizing investments and evaluating marketing ROI.
• Experience developing go-to-market strategies, product marketing plans and customer-focused initiatives.
• Exceptional leadership, communication and executive influencing skills, with the ability to create alignment across teams and lead through ambiguity.

 What you bring:

• A bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in strategic marketing, business marketing or marketing leadership.
• A record of building strategies that drive customer acquisition, engagement, retention and measurable business results.
• Strong business acumen and experience managing budgets, prioritizing investments and evaluating marketing ROI.
• Experience developing go-to-market strategies, product marketing plans and customer-focused initiatives.
• Exceptional leadership, communication and executive influencing skills, with the ability to create alignment across teams and lead through ambiguity.

Why Demco

Your leadership will support more than business growth. It will help Demco continue serving libraries and schools, organizations that foster curiosity, connect communities, and create opportunities for learners of all ages. You’ll join a collaborative team where strategic thinking, cross-functional partnership and measurable impact matter.

Work arrangement

These roles offer remote work with availability to come onsite as needed for onboarding and collaboration.

Reporting to the CEO and serving as a member of the executive leadership team, the Vice President of Revenue will lead our Sales and Customer Success organizations. This leader will have responsibility for the full customer lifecycle, from acquisition and relationship development through retention and growth.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive revenue strategy that supports Demco’s growth and profitability goals.
• Lead Sales and Customer Success, creating a connected, customer-focused organization with clear priorities and accountability.
• Own revenue forecasting, pipeline performance, customer acquisition, retention, and expansion.
• Use customer, market, and performance insights to identify opportunities and improve results.
• Ensure customers receive a consistent, differentiated experience throughout their relationship with Demco.
• Build and develop high-performing teams and strong leaders through coaching, training, and revenue enablement.
• Establish effective processes, metrics, tools, and operating rhythms across the revenue organization.
• Inspire continuous improvement and lead teams successfully through organizational, process, and system changes.
• Partner closely with Product and Marketing, Operations, Finance, and other leaders to align customer needs, market opportunities, profitability, and execution.
• Contribute to Demco’s overall strategy, culture, and performance as an active member of the executive leadership team.

What you’ll bring:

• A bachelor’s degree; an MBA is preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience leading a large Sales team with both field and inside sales representatives. 
• Candidates with additional experience also leading Customer Success teams and/or teams in the K-12 market are preferred
• Demonstrated success leading teams and achieving sustainable revenue growth.
• Strong financial and business acumen, including experience with forecasting, pipeline management, and revenue analytics.
• A proven ability to develop leaders, build high-performing teams, and guide organizations through change.
• Experience leading sales within learning environments, education furniture, or a related K–12 education market is strongly preferred.
• Executive presence, strong communication skills, and the ability to build trust and influence across an organization.
• A leadership style grounded in integrity, accountability, collaboration, and sound judgment.
• The ability to balance long-term strategy with focused, disciplined execution.

Why Demco?

Demco is a purpose-driven organization with a long history of supporting the people and institutions that strengthen communities. Our customers rely on us to understand their needs, solve meaningful challenges, and help them create spaces and experiences that make a difference.

Our culture values collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement, and genuine care for our customers and coworkers. The right leader will embrace those values, strengthen them across the revenue organization, and help our teams succeed together.

Location

This position may be performed remotely but requires regular onsite availability for leadership meetings and collaboration with the executive team and direct reports. Local candidates, or candidates within a reasonable commuting distance of the Madison/DeForest, Wisconsin area, are preferred.

This position offers an hourly pay range of $22.00–$25.00, based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

From coordinating schedules and supporting training to helping coworkers navigate systems and new processes, you’ll be part of the team that makes sure our revenue teams have what they need to succeed. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and supporting others while building experience in revenue operations and enablement.

About Our Company

At Demco, we’re passionate about helping libraries and learning communities thrive. Our work is powered by people who collaborate, solve problems, embrace new ideas, and genuinely care about serving our customers and one another.

As part of our team, you can expect an environment where your contributions matter. You’ll work alongside Sales, Customer Success, and other teams across the organization, gaining exposure to the people, processes, and technology that support our customers and drive our business forward.

A Day in the Life

No two days will look exactly the same. You might start your morning reviewing call center staffing and making adjustments to ensure we have the right customer phone coverage. Later, you could help a coworker navigate our CRM, update a training resource, coordinate an onboarding activity, or assist with the rollout of a new process or tool.

Throughout the day, you’ll stay connected with Sales and Customer Success, helping answer questions, coordinate activities, and keep important enablement resources current and accessible.

You’ll also help us continuously improve how we work by reinforcing consistent processes, supporting best practices, and identifying opportunities to make things easier and more effective for our teams.

The Work Schedule & Environment

This is a hybrid position based out of our Madison WI location that combines independent, detail-oriented work with frequent collaboration across Sales, Customer Success, and other internal teams.

Because you’ll help coordinate call center schedules, PTO, and staffing coverage, being organized and adaptable is important. Priorities and schedules can change, and you’ll be someone the team can count on to adjust, communicate, and help keep things moving.

Job Requirements

You could be a great fit for this role if you have:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in customer service, sales support, operations, training, or a similar environment.
• Experience working with a CRM or similar business system.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Strong organizational, communication, and scheduling skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Comfort learning and supporting technology, business systems, and new processes.
• A collaborative, service-oriented approach and a genuine desire to help others succeed.
• The flexibility to adapt to changing schedules, priorities, and business needs.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re an organized problem-solver who enjoys supporting others and wants an opportunity to grow your skills in revenue enablement, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today for the Customer & Sales Operations Coordinator position and tell us what you can bring to the team. Qualified candidates will be contacted regarding next steps in our screening and interview process.