Carl Buddig & Company

Sr. Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst (1629) Job Details Job Location: Tinley Park Corporate Office - Tinley Park, IL Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: 1st Description 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 Senior Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in guiding the financial planning and analysis processes within our organization. You will be responsible for providing strategic insights and financial guidance to senior management to drive business performance and aid in decision-making. Your expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, product pricing and forecasting will contribute significantly to our company's financial health and growth. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the annual budgeting and regular forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Conduct variance analysis between actuals and forecasts, providing insightful explanations for variances. Develop and maintain complex financial models to support strategic initiatives, investment decisions, and cost reduction efforts. Develop, implement, and manage pricing strategies for various products, ensuring alignment with the company's financial goals and market trends. Perform detailed financial analysis to determine the impact of pricing decisions on revenue, margins, and market share. Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to understand market dynamics, competitor pricing, and customer demand. Manage and analyze large datasets, ensuring accuracy and relevance in financial modeling and forecasting. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management, highlighting key business drivers, risks, and opportunities. Participate in the development and implementation of FP&A best practices, processes, and technologies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the finance function. Monitor industry trends and competitor activities, analyzing their financial impact on the business. Keep abreast of industry trends and best practices in product pricing and financial data management. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degree or certification (e.g., CFA, CPA) is a plus. 2-5 years of experience in FP&A, with a specific focus on product pricing and data management in the food CPG industry. Strong analytical skills and experience with financial modeling and data analysis. Proficiency in financial software, Excel, PowerPivot, Power BI, D365 and other performance management and analytic planning tools. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and precision. Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with various stakeholders. Pay range for this position is $80,000 to $90,000 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) PI8cf098b9c59d-3886

Maintenance Technician - 2nd shift (811) Job Details Job Location: Montgomery - Montgomery, IL Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: 1st Description 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: The Maintenance Technician is responsible to effectively perform all the required duties of the Maintenance Mechanic Department position in an accurate, thorough and safe management. Key Responsibilities: Read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams. Troubleshoot, repair and replace electrical systems to the component level. Understand and repair industrial electrical systems. Install, maintain and repairs equipment required to meet production needs. Install services and repairs electric motors, heaters, coolers, refrigerators, and other related equipment using various hand and power tools. Move and replace machinery and auxiliary equipment. Fabricate and assemble test parts as needed. Replace fuses, light bulbs and other electrical equipment following electrical specifications. Disassemble and reassemble slicing and packaging equipment. Ability and willingness to assist in training. Resolve problems while providing innovative solutions. Ability to safely and effectively work on plant facilities of various forms. Maintain records and prepare reports related to the work regarding equipment, supplies and materials. Prepare written reports on projects and equipment conditions. PI1c8f6f15e5-

Non-Union Quality Assurance Technician (1st Shift Floater - 4:45am-3:00pm) (1726) Job Details Job Location: CBQ - South Holland, IL Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: 1st Description 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: This position is responsible for inspection, review and ensuring compliance of product specifications during production operations of all products and areas including but not limited to meat, labeling, weights and packaging labeling. Key Responsibilities: Check product against specifications during production process which includes product labels, packaging weights and product ingredients in all departments In the event the incumbent is needed to provide coverage on 2 nd shift, he/she will provide coverage (1:30pm - 12:00am) Conduct pre-operational inspections (start time of 4:45am), including equipment and production areas for cleanliness Check room and product temperature, administer PH test, and check ingredient label/statement for BBQ sauce Check incoming and outgoing products for total spec compliance Monitor areas and personal for GMP compliance Other assignments as requested Must be dependable and come to work daily Raw finished product inspection Fat inspection/monitoring Metal detector verification Scale calibration verification Injection/Seasoning/Marination monitoring BBQ sauce verification Barcode verification Meat to Sauce ratio check RTE Finish Product inspection Monthly product sampling Environmental sampling Air test Water sampling Assists with production paperwork review Review, update and maintain Hold and Release summary logs Swab sampling site selection Swab preparation and sampling Allergen swab sampling Media Preparation Daily Micro Counting Qualifications Education & Experience: Experience: High School diploma or GED required Minimum of 3 years in a quality function in the food industry Skills & Abilities: Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions Basic to Intermediate skills in MS Office applications (Excel and Word) Ability to work independently or in project team environment and within a defined deadline Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously Ability to lift 45 - 50 lbs., in order to check product weights Ability to work in a cold environment for about 80% of the time Ability to stand and walk for about 80% of the time Ability to push and/or pull with about 10 lbs. of force in order to handle product and computer cart Prior experience in the food industry preferred WHY BUDDIG? WHAT WE OFFER: Competitive Pay and Benefits among the best in the industry Medical (BCBS), Dental, Vision Paid Time Off & Vacation Time 401K, Training & Development Opportunities for career growth with a variety of career paths. Education Reimbursement (Salaried and Hourly), We Invest in You! Lucrative Employee Referral Bonus Program Pay range for this position is $20 to $23/hour depending on experience. 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) PI65a7d3fac5-

Corporate Accounting Manager (1388) Job Details Job Location: Tinley Park Corporate Office - Tinley Park, IL Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: 1st Description 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: We are searching for an experienced Corporate Accounting Manager to oversee aspects of our accounting and financial functions. To establish and implement financial policies, generate the consolidated financial statements, and lead and manage the external audit and external reporting. Key Responsibilities: Provides management with information vital to the decision-making process and partners with divisional leadership to drive strategic initiatives Furnishes internal reports, revises and updates reports to be more useful and efficient and furnishes external reports as necessary. Responsibility for developing and maintaining reporting processes for third parties such as banks, insurance companies, and other. Assesses current accounting operations and leverages technology to offer recommendations for improving and implementing new processes Participates in the financial close process and ensures accurate and timely preparation of financial statements Acts as the primary resource for technical accounting issues, ensures compliance with all Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), drives the implementation of new accounting pronouncements, and owns the Company's accounting policies and procedures Ensures an efficient and effective system of internal controls and provides leadership in improving the internal control environment Provides overall accounting direction to the Business Unit Controllers Act as the primary point of contact with external auditors and coordinates the year-end audit Acts as the Finance and Accounting liaison for all accounting and finance system / operational implementations. Provides oversight to include standardization of systems across the Business Units Supports the department in preparing budgets and forecasts and in analyzing results throughout the year Develops and maintains strong and collaborative working relationships with key business leaders and provide solutions for new initiatives Hires, trains, and retains skilled accounting staff Knowledge & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or Finance. Possesses solid knowledge and experience of all aspects of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Advanced Excel, databases and technological skills a plus (Power BI, Power Query, Power Pivot, etc.) Excellent analytical skills with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail Excellent communication skills and high confidence in stating professional opinions Energetic, assertive, high-integrity, team player, who can conceptualize to create results and is collaborative and can effectively interact with all employee levels of the organization Solid experience coordinating audit activities and managing reporting, budget development and analysis Ability to manage employees, projects, deadlines, etc. at various locations through use of communications technology Proven track record of effective people development and management 8+ years of progressive experience Certified Public Accountant (CPA) a plus Certified Management Accountant (CMA) a plus Food industry experience a plus D365 experience a plus Working Conditions: Based at Corporate Office in Tinley Park, IL Travel: Minimal travel to all Company locations (South Holland and Montgomery, IL; Sheboygan, WI) Pay range for this position is $105,000 to $135,000 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 contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) PI05a72b268acb-0783 Required Preferred Job Industries Accounting & Finance

Corporate Accounting Manager (1388) Job Details Job Location: Tinley Park Corporate Office - Tinley Park, IL Position Type: Full Time Job Shift: 1st Description 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: We are searching for an experienced Corporate Accounting Manager to oversee aspects of our accounting and financial functions. To establish and implement financial policies, generate the consolidated financial statements, and lead and manage the external audit and external reporting. Key Responsibilities: Provides management with information vital to the decision-making process and partners with divisional leadership to drive strategic initiatives Furnishes internal reports, revises and updates reports to be more useful and efficient and furnishes external reports as necessary. Responsibility for developing and maintaining reporting processes for third parties such as banks, insurance companies, and other. Assesses current accounting operations and leverages technology to offer recommendations for improving and implementing new processes Participates in the financial close process and ensures accurate and timely preparation of financial statements Acts as the primary resource for technical accounting issues, ensures compliance with all Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), drives the implementation of new accounting pronouncements, and owns the Company's accounting policies and procedures Ensures an efficient and effective system of internal controls and provides leadership in improving the internal control environment Provides overall accounting direction to the Business Unit Controllers Act as the primary point of contact with external auditors and coordinates the year-end audit Acts as the Finance and Accounting liaison for all accounting and finance system / operational implementations. Provides oversight to include standardization of systems across the Business Units Supports the department in preparing budgets and forecasts and in analyzing results throughout the year Develops and maintains strong and collaborative working relationships with key business leaders and provide solutions for new initiatives Hires, trains, and retains skilled accounting staff Knowledge & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or Finance. Possesses solid knowledge and experience of all aspects of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Advanced Excel, databases and technological skills a plus (Power BI, Power Query, Power Pivot, etc.) Excellent analytical skills with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail Excellent communication skills and high confidence in stating professional opinions Energetic, assertive, high-integrity, team player, who can conceptualize to create results and is collaborative and can effectively interact with all employee levels of the organization Solid experience coordinating audit activities and managing reporting, budget development and analysis Ability to manage employees, projects, deadlines, etc. at various locations through use of communications technology Proven track record of effective people development and management 8+ years of progressive experience Certified Public Accountant (CPA) a plus Certified Management Accountant (CMA) a plus Food industry experience a plus D365 experience a plus Working Conditions: Based at Corporate Office in Tinley Park, IL Travel: Minimal travel to all Company locations (South Holland and Montgomery, IL; Sheboygan, WI) Pay range for this position is $105,000 to $135,000 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 contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) PIac2a531ff2- Required Preferred Job Industries Accounting & Finance