Line Packer $17.00 per hour

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.

Position Summary:

As a Line Packer, you will be responsible for producing a safe ad quality food product per USDA guidelines and effectively performing all required duties in an accurate, thorough, and safe manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Report all food safety related problems to their supervisor, manager, or to the quality assurance department in order to initiate immediate action.
• Responsible for maintaining your area of employment with Carl Buddig and Company for reporting, making recommendations and correcting situations always keeping the company's best interest in mind.
• Other duties assigned as deemed necessary by Supervisor/Manager. These duties can include but not limited to maintaining production throughput, housekeeping, rework, labeling, other new product packaging as required by customer.

Skills & Abilities:

• Must be able to work in temperatures of 40 degrees or less and be able to lift up to 35 pounds for 30 minutes at a time.
• Must be flexible and able to work as needed.
• Must be able to work in a high-speed packaging environment and stand for 8-9 hours per day.
• Must have good hand/eye coordination and 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 work 40 or more hours per week and work mandatory overtime if necessary, including weekends.
• Must adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).