2nd Shift - Line Leader/Machine Operator - $20/hr (781)

Carl Buddig and Company; South Holland (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the food manufacturing industry as a 2nd Shift Line Leader/Machine Operator. This role entails operating machines safely, guiding line employees, and ensuring production standards are met. Ideal candidates should be capable of lifting heavy weights and working in cold environments. A strong emphasis is placed on teamwork, safety, and quality in production processes.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull items occasionally.
• Experience with machine operation, particularly in RTE environments.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate machines to meet production expectations.
• Assist in the direction of employees on the line.
• Perform daily safety inspections of equipment.

Skills

Safety operation

Team direction

Equipment maintenance

Job description

2nd Shift - Line Leader/Machine Operator - $20/hr (781)

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2nd Shift - Line Leader/Machine Operator - $20/hr (781)

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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.

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.

Responsibilities

The Line Leader/Operator is responsible for the safe operation of machines in the Ready-to-Eat (RTE) department.

• Safely operate the machine to meet production expectations.
• Assist with the direction of employees working on the line.
• Properly set up the machine to operate safely, while meeting production expectations.
• Properly clean the machine at the end of the shift.
• Assist with paperwork as needed.
• Perform safety inspections (guards, e-stop, etc.) daily.
• Properly correct errors with the equipment (film jams, error codes, etc.) following all the required safety procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift up to and including 50 pounds.
• Able to push and pull items in excess of 50 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Able to grip and grasp small objects repeatedly.
• Able to work in a cold, damp environment.
• Able to stand 4 plus hours at one time.
  
  

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)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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