CBC Production Clerk - 1st shift

Job Title: CBC Production Clerk
Hours: 6am start time (OT as necessary)
Location: Montgomery, IL

Benefits for this role include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA, HSA, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Vacation & PTO, and Tuition Reimbursement.

OUR COMPANY:

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.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Production Clerk will effectively verify and help maintain packaging and raw inventory, i.e, casing, film inserts, seasoning (does not include WIP product). As well as tracking all product issues and discrepancies (shorts, late deliveries, products needed for production) from production and reports accordingly from internal and external sources.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Verify and help maintain packaging and raw inventory, i.e, casing, film inserts, seasoning (does not include WIP product).
• Tracks all product issues and discrepancies (shorts, late deliveries, products needed for production) from production and reports accordingly from internal and external sources.
• Communicate with OWS procurement daily regarding any issues with RAW / RTE that are discovered with materials.
• General miscellaneous duties of filing, general support of other departments, etc.
• Responsible for accurate inventory levels for both the RAW and RTE production.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Identification of root cause and implementation of corrective actions for Inventory discrepancies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with vendors.
  
  

Work Environment:

• Ability to legally work in the United States is required.
• High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Work in cold environment of 40 degrees or less.
• Must be able to lift, slide, push, pull, grab, turn, reach, bend, stand, and walk.
• Drive stand up forklift.
  
  

Company Expectations:

• Maintain a good rapport with all Carl Buddig and Company co-workers.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures as outlined per the Carl Buddig and Company employee handbook.
• Take responsibility in your area of employment with Carl Buddig and Company for reporting, making recommendations, and correcting situations adverse to the company's best interest.
• Report all food safety related problems to the quality assurance department to initiate immediate action.
  
  

Skills and Qualifications:

The ideal candidate must possess the following skills and qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing / warehouse environment.
• Organized/proficient individual with follow though skills.
• Communicate well with others to effectively address all concerns and inquiries.
• Other duties or responsibilities may be assigned on an as needed basis.
  
  

Core Competencies:

• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have basic computer skills and knowledge of all Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc...).
• Must be able to perform most of the work on a computer.
• Must be able to work 40 or more hours per week including weekends.
• Must be highly attentive to detail (i.e. film/date/ accurate counts).
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize assignments.
• Must have good organizational skills.
• Must have general knowledge of warehouse processes.
• Maintain a good rapport with all Carl Buddig and Company co-workers.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures as outlined in the Carl Buddig and Company employee handbook.
• Report all food safety related problems to your supervisor, manager, or to the quality assurance department to initiate immediate action.
• Complete necessary forklift maintenance and associated reports to ensure maximum forklift performance and overall plant safety.
• Accomplish warehousing and organizational mission by completing related results as needed.
• Remove excess inventory of boxes and pallets as needed. Maintaining a clean warehouse and consolidating pallets as needed.
• Additional tasks as assigned.