Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations · 1 month ago
Management Trainee – Research & Development and Future Business Leader
Onalaska, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$65K/yr - $105K/yr
3+ years expDynamic Lifecycle Innovations is a company focused on giving electronics their next best life while protecting the planet. They are seeking a Management Trainee in Research & Development who will lead projects, conduct research, and support the scaling of a new business segment in circuit board processing.
ConsultingElectronicsEnvironmental ConsultingInformation TechnologyLogisticsRecyclingWaste Management
Responsibilities
Independently lead R&D projects that develop, test, and refine equipment, processes, and new business opportunities for our circuit board processing line
Research, ideate, prototype, and iterate quickly — designing and running experiments that generate actionable insights
Conduct hands-on testing, A/B trials, equipment adjustments, and time/material studies to optimize throughput, yield, recovery, and efficiency
Analyze market trends, emerging technologies, financial viability, and industry parallels to uncover innovation and differentiation opportunities
Support existing business initiatives by evaluating new materials, identifying automation opportunities, and improving process efficiency
Establish and manage internal testing protocols to validate outcomes with data
Execute small to mid-sized projects focused on ROI, automation, cost reduction, safety, and operational improvement
Partner closely with Operations to transition R&D outcomes into full-scale production, ensuring seamless startup and continuous improvement
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, influence without authority, and build relationships critical to scaling this new business unit
Travel as needed (optional but highly valuable) to learn industry best practices and engage directly with vendors, customers, and operations/sales teams
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
3–5 years of experience in R&D, invention, innovation, problem solving, mechanical/technical experimentation, or continuous improvement
Mechanical aptitude and hands-on comfort with industrial equipment
Strong interest in business strategy, scaling operations, or entrepreneurship
Strong research and rapid prototyping skills — able to ideate, build, test, and iterate in days, not months
Analytical thinker with solid data analysis and technical-writing skills (Excel, Minitab, experiment reports)
Creative problem solver who connects missing pieces and finds unconventional solutions
Quickly earns respect and influence without needing formal authority
Thinks like an owner — understands how daily decisions impact revenue, margin, throughput, and profitability
Natural coach who uplifts peers and junior team members
Curious mind with a genuine interest in equipment, tinkering, process behavior, and how things work
Preferred
degree in Business, Engineering, or Technology
Experience working on projects, student teams, side ventures, or self-driven technical/learning projects
Benefits
Eligible for wage increases twice annually
3 weeks of paid vacation in year one and 4 weeks in year two
8 paid holidays
Health benefits start the first of the month following start date
401(k) with company match
Quarterly profit sharing
Company
Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations
Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations provides legislative recycling, program management, e-recycling, logistics and IT asset disposition services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Curt Greeno
CEO and Co-owner
Miles Harter
CEO
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