2nd Shift Packaging Crew Leader (2210)

CARL BUDDIG GROUP•Montgomery, IL

20d•$21 - $25

About The Position

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. The Packaging Crew Lead will effectively coordinate their workloads, providing support to ensure that the team delivers, monitoring any issues, ensuring product is developed successfully, and quality standards are met to meet the requirements of the customer.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required.
1-2 years related work experience is preferred.
Must be able to read, write and speak English.
Must have basic computer skills.
Must be flexible and able to work as needed
Must be able to stand up to 10 hours per day.
Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must be able to bend, stoop and squat as needed for housekeeping responsibilities and other miscellaneous duties.
Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds.
Must be able to work 40 or more hours per week, flexible schedule when necessary.
Must be able to work mandatory overtime if necessary.
Must have good hand/eye coordination.
Must be highly attentive to detail (i.e. meat type/film/date).
Must adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)

Responsibilities

Implement proper procedures for the Packaging department.
Requires understanding of GMP’s, HACCP and SQF guidelines.
Provide proper Carftsheets according to the packaging assigned by scheduling.
Follow scheduling and provide end of shift schedule updates via email (pass down).
Communicate with scheduling any production updates shortages, over runs, carried overs for the next production date.
Maintain an accurate operator line rotation to ensure full cross training is maintained.
Document packaging checks via red zone for record keeping as well as LSW.
Perform product checks during shift. (Perfect package checks)
Perform direct observations during production.
Conduct Safety/SQF monthly trainings.
Add/Create packaging department schedules to ensure that all products are packed and completed in a timely fashion.
Perform all supervisory functions during the absence of a supervisor.
Participate as a witness in the disciplinary process.
Analyze situations to provide solutions that are in the best interest of the company.
Maintain accurate records and reports.
Monitor Packaging department employees’ progress on assigned tasks.
Make decisions pertaining to production errors and deviations.
Maintain accurate inventory of rework, packaging material inventory update spreadsheet as needed.
Participate in the monthly inventory process.
Maintain a safe work environment by watching out for foot traffic: following standards and procedures: complying with legal regulations per all forklift operations.
Evaluate daily overhead to ensure that we have accurate staffing
Assign and provide direction on the daily tasks to other processing department employees.
Ensure that employees are abiding by all Carl Buddig and Company policies via the Employee Handbook and Safety Manual.
Train new and existing employees in the required job duties.
Other responsibilities as assigned by the Department Manager and/or Supervisor.
Maintain work-area in a clean and sanitary manner.
Able to conduct performance review of employees as needed.
Must be able to use a check weigh scale
Must conduct data entry in Knowledge mine/redzone (quality checks, OEE Tracking, packaging pallet entries, etc.)
Document inedible tracking.
Create OPL, Center lines, SOP’s as needed.
Other responsibilities as assigned.