About Us

Protecting Your Number One Resource:

To remain competitive today, businesses need to improve profits and reduce costs.

One way that any business can control cost is by implementing an ergonomics program. Whether it's a new process on the factory floor, better use of existing equipment or adjustments to office computer workstations, ergonomic improvements can have a significant impact on your bottom line. And most importantly, ergonomic solutions can have a very positive impact on employee health, safety, and performance, which translates into job satisfaction and greater employee retention.

Principal Ergonomics is a professionally trained and certified ergonomics consulting firm with over 30 years of experience in a variety of workplace settings. A professional and thorough approach to ergonomics has been the hallmark of the firm, employing proactive, solutions-oriented methods for businesses, both manufacturing and non-manufacturing, across the country.

Jim Jegerlehner (founder and president of Principal Ergonomics) is an Ergonomist with more than 30 years of experience in the field. He has developed programs, helped companies raise awareness, and has been involved with the safety of thousands of employees during his career. Jim holds a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Wisconsin and a MBA from Clarke College. He is a Professional Engineer (PE), a Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE) and is insured.