Job Description

Job Location South Holland, IL 60473 Position Type Full Time Salary Range $78,000.00 - $88,000.00 Salary/year Job Shift 2nd Job Category Manufacture & Operations

About Us:

Carl Buddig and Company, a respected name in the meat manufacturing industry, boasts a legacy of over 80 years. Founded as a family-owned company, we have evolved into a leading producer of premium meat products, including renowned lunchmeats, ready-to-eat cooked meats under our Kingsford, LLC division, and savory snack meats from Old Wisconsin.

As a third-generation family business, our success is anchored in our commitment to quality, innovation, and community. With a workforce of 2,500 dedicated team members spread across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, we continue to expand, driven by a vision for excellence and a responsiveness to evolving consumer preferences.

At Carl Buddig and Company, we foster a culture centered around teamwork and innovation. We strive to create an environment that values creativity and collaboration, ensuring every team member is empowered to contribute to our collective goals.

Our dedication extends beyond our business operations. We actively support charitable initiatives and community organizations through direct contributions, volunteer work, and partnerships. We aim to make a positive impact and give back to the communities that have supported us over the years.

Join us at Carl Buddig and Company, where tradition meets innovation, and where our passion for quality meat products is matched by our commitment to our people and communities.

Responsible for carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws; training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems; supervision and coordination of maintenance department within a specified shift. Shift is Monday - Saturday, 2:00 pm - 10:30pm.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise maintenance activities for all manufacturing lines, equipment improvement projects, and for the site buildings.
• Supervise maintenance technicians, including performance and training.
• Update, edit, and assign preventative maintenance work for plant equipment and production operation including coordination of outside contractors and vendors to ensure insurance and licenses are current.
• Ensure all maintenance technicians are trained in safety procedures.
• Works closely with EPA, Metro Water Reclamation District, South Holland Fire Department, and EPA to assure the company is in compliance with all rules, regulations and fire codes to determine proper actions.
• Develop and implement the company’s LOCKOUT/TAGOUT program.
• Review routine maintenance tasks to improve safety, efficiency, and modify procedures to improve maintenance work.
• Maintain the plant mechanical integrity programs, including ammonia system inspection, and boilers.
• Works closely with Plant Engineer/Maintenance Manager to develop and implement new equipment processes and packaging equipment projects to increase efficiency and reduce labor cost.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures for the maintenance department to be in compliance with SQF Certification Program.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelors Degree preferred.
• Four years experience in the mechanical or electrical trades preferred
• Completion of recognized program in vocational training for the mechanical or electric trades may be substitutable for two years experience.
• Knowledge of Refrigeration System/Process Safety Management is preferred.
• Able to troubleshoot systems accurately and repair breakdowns quickly to maintain operational efficiency.
• Perform cost-cutting modifications that improve safety and boost machine productivity and uptime.
• Expert knowledge in maintenance food processing machinery and production equipment such as Conveyors, Metal detectors, Roll Stocks, Injectors, Tumblers, Shredders, barcoding system, mixing equipment, electrical power, and controls.
• Excellent knowledge and proven abilities in a wide range of technical skills, including:
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Hydraulics
  • Air Compressors
  • AC & DC drives
  • Welding
  • Electrical
  • H.V.A.C
  • Vacuum Packaging Equipment

Pay range for this position is $78,000 to $88,000 depending on experience.

Benefits for this role include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA, HSA, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Vacation & PTO, and Tuition Reimbursement. There is also a potential for a discretionary bonus this bonus is based on personal & company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment Decisions Statement

Carl Buddig and Company does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to make any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, performance evaluations, discipline, or termination. All employment decisions are made by trained HR professionals and company leaders to ensure fairness, consistency, and compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act.