Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $95,000.00 - $105,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
FSA
HSA
401(k) plan with Company Match
vacation
PTO
Tuition Reimbursement
Job Description
Carl Buddig and Company is a well-established leader in the meat manufacturing industry, with a rich history spanning over 80 years. Founded as a family-owned enterprise, it has grown into a prominent producer of premium meat products. The company operates multiple divisions, including Kingsford, LLC, specializing in ready-to-eat cooked meats, and Old Wisconsin, known for its savory snack meats. This third-generation family business prides itself on its commitment to quality, innovation, and community engagement. With a workforce of 2,500 employees across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, Carl Buddig and Company is dedicated to maintaining its reputation for excellence while evolving to meet changing consumer preferences. Their corporate culture encourages teamwork, creativity, and innovation, fostering an environment where employees are empowered to contribute meaningfully to the organization's goals. Beyond business, Carl Buddig actively supports charitable causes and community initiatives, emphasizing its role as a responsible corporate citizen.
The 1st Shift Packaging Manager role at Carl Buddig and Company is a critical leadership position within the packaging department. This full-time position, based in South Holland, Illinois, offers a competitive salary range of $95,000 to $105,000 per year, reflecting the importance of the role. The successful candidate will oversee the operation of the 1st shift packaging team, including salaried supervisors and hourly union employees, to ensure efficient production of approximately 100 million pounds of meat products annually. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with USDA regulations for fully cooked meats, managing labor costs and supply usage, and enhancing production yields. The Packaging Manager is also instrumental in fostering a safe work environment, adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and maintaining high standards of food safety and quality.
As part of the plant’s management team, the Packaging Manager plays a strategic role in meeting customer service goals, developing team member performance, and supporting capital projects throughout their lifecycle. The role demands strong leadership skills, the ability to evaluate labor needs for potential business growth, and a consistent focus on operational excellence. Candidates are expected to have a background that includes knowledge of OSHA and USDA regulations, lean manufacturing principles, and process optimization techniques. The position requires working conditions that involve exposure to lower temperatures, standing for extended periods, and the physical demands of a fast-paced packaging environment. The Packaging Manager at Carl Buddig and Company not only contributes to the production process but also upholds the company's values and policies, ensuring that employees perform their duties in alignment with established guidelines and safety protocols. This role is ideal for a managerial professional seeking to contribute to a reputable company with strong community values and a commitment to quality meat manufacturing.
The 1st Shift Packaging Manager role at Carl Buddig and Company is a critical leadership position within the packaging department. This full-time position, based in South Holland, Illinois, offers a competitive salary range of $95,000 to $105,000 per year, reflecting the importance of the role. The successful candidate will oversee the operation of the 1st shift packaging team, including salaried supervisors and hourly union employees, to ensure efficient production of approximately 100 million pounds of meat products annually. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with USDA regulations for fully cooked meats, managing labor costs and supply usage, and enhancing production yields. The Packaging Manager is also instrumental in fostering a safe work environment, adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and maintaining high standards of food safety and quality.
As part of the plant’s management team, the Packaging Manager plays a strategic role in meeting customer service goals, developing team member performance, and supporting capital projects throughout their lifecycle. The role demands strong leadership skills, the ability to evaluate labor needs for potential business growth, and a consistent focus on operational excellence. Candidates are expected to have a background that includes knowledge of OSHA and USDA regulations, lean manufacturing principles, and process optimization techniques. The position requires working conditions that involve exposure to lower temperatures, standing for extended periods, and the physical demands of a fast-paced packaging environment. The Packaging Manager at Carl Buddig and Company not only contributes to the production process but also upholds the company's values and policies, ensuring that employees perform their duties in alignment with established guidelines and safety protocols. This role is ideal for a managerial professional seeking to contribute to a reputable company with strong community values and a commitment to quality meat manufacturing.
Job Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age
- Must be able to legally work in the United States
- Must be 18 years of age
- Must be able to legally work in the United States
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English
- Minimum 3-5 years management experience
- Knowledgeable about OSHA and USDA regulations, lean manufacturing, process optimization, cost management
- Must be able to work in temperatures of 40 degrees or less
- Must be able to stand for 8-9 hours per day
- Must be able to bend, stoop, and squat as needed for housekeeping responsibilities and other miscellaneous duties
- Must be able to work in a high-speed packaging environment
- Must be able to work a minimum 40 or more hours per week
- Must be able to work mandatory overtime, if necessary, including weekends.
Job Qualifications
- 4-year degree preferred, preferably in engineering, operations management or business management, master’s degree a plus
- Minimum 3-5 years management experience
- Knowledgeable about OSHA and USDA regulations, lean manufacturing, process optimization, cost management
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
Job Duties
- Manage the operation consisting of 1st shift salaried supervisors and hourly union employees in the production of 100 million pounds per year
- Serve as a part of the plant’s management team
- Ensure compliance to personal safety and plant quality requirements
- Ensure customer service goals are met and exceeded
- Manage and improve labor cost, yields, and supply usage levels
- Ensure compliance to USDA requirements for production of fully cooked meat products
- Develop salaried supervisors and hourly employees to maximize performance
- Ensure that employees are abiding by all Carl Buddig and Company policies via the Employee Handbook and Safety Manual
- Ensure that packaging department employees are performing job duties as outlined via the Line Packer, Team Leader, Material Handler, and production supervisor Job Descriptions
- Manage or assist in capital projects throughout the project life cycle
- Evaluate labor requirements and production rates for potential new business opportunities
- Must adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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