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| DBB-2147 ** ATTN: MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS! ** |
| Worried about the stability of your job? concerned with your lack of opportunities to grow? Frustrated that you are constantly pushed to do more with less? We are in need of (3) Maintenance Managers in the Midwest USA. Our clients are very selective, top performing leaders in the food processing industry. If you are a Top Performing Maintenance Manager in the food processing industry, we want to talk to you! MUST: Have 7-10+ years experience in Maintenance Management in the food processing industry; Be a demonstrated LEADER of the Maintenance team in a high-speed processing/packaging environment; Be a Hands-On coach/mentor to the team; Have a PROACTIVE/PREVENTATIVE attitude towards maintenance; Have experience with Mechanical and Electrical supervision; Have a stable job history; Have Ammonia refrigeration knowledge/experience; Bachelor’s degree, CMRP, is a plus! If you are a Top 10%-er who meets (or exceeds) the above MUST HAVES please submit your resume AND a list of processing/packaging equipment you are experienced with. Very competitive SALARY ($70k-$80k+), BENEFIT packages and RELOCATION assistance will be provided to the successful candidates! |
| DBB-2773 Maintenance Manager (WI) |
| * VERY CONFIDENTIAL-LOCATION and COMPANY CANNOT BE ADVERTISED * Excellent opportunity with an industry leader! Plus, a high-profile position at the flagship plant!! This position leads a team of two dozen Maintenance Techs in a highly automated, high speed food manufacturing facility. Reports to Plant Manager with a dotted line to Corp. Engineering/Maintenance Manager. The successful candidate will have a minimum of 8-10 years in Food Industry Maintenance Management. Must have demonstrated proficiency in Maintenance Planning, Maintenance Management, and be a team builder. Strong Leadership skills a must. Interested applicants must provide a list of automation equipment they are familiar with. B.S. Engineering (or related technical field) preferred. Excellent relocation and benefits package will be offered. Salary: $80,000+ |
| DBB-2807 Customer Service Rep/Account Mgr |
| Worried that your job may be in jeopardy because of our economic conditions? Concerned about your financial future? Fed up with the restrictions imposed on you? Since we give you an ownership stake in our business, you are not one of them, you are one of US! Obviously, you will need to have the skill sets that will make you successful in this position and naturally, you will want to check us out too; because the Right Fit is the most important requirement for both of us. If you are a self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit, we may be a good fit for each other! A little bit about us: We provide sanitary, fluid processing equipment and maintenance services (Capital and MRO) exclusively to food processing companies. We are a premier, award-winning distributor for the top manufacturers and customers in the food processing industry. The growth of our nationwide customer base and distribution channel is in need of an individual experienced in the food processing industry. Responsibilities for this position include: Big picture, long-term thinking. Must be a team player who is able to think and act like a business owner. Presenting our company to maintenance managers/engineers/buyers at food processing facilities to promote the products and services that we offer. This includes customers where existing relationships exist as well as prospecting and reaching out to new customers. Support customers and relationships in the food processing industry to provide products for their needs using our company resources. Including answering technical questions about the operation and maintenance of the equipment we sell. Proposing our products, services and resources to customers regarding specific applications/projects. Including order entry, delivery tracking, processing RGAs, etc. Developing and maintaining long term business relationships. Representing our company at trade shows and various networking functions. A minimum of 5-10 years recent experience in the food processing industry (NO exceptions). Dairy industry preferred. While a BS Degree is preferred, we will consider related experience in lieu of a degree. Engineering or Maintenance background helpful. Local candidates highly preferred (or be willing to relocate self). Base salary starting in the $35-$40,000 range plus bonus plus 100% company funded retirement plus top of the line benefits package. |
| JOS000000018 Maintenance Supervisor (IL) |
| Excellent, newly created position with growing food processor!! Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 5 years experience as a Maintenance Supervisor in a high-speed packaging food or pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. This position will supervise 10-12 mechanical/electrical technicians; report directly to the Maintenance Manager and will be responsible for all manufacturing maintenance and facility management: mechanical, electrical, PLC, preventative maintenance on your shift. Bachelors Degree Required (Engineering highly preferred). We are stable, growing and profitable and the successful candidate must possess a strong desire to continue progressing in their career to the position of Maintenance Manager in 2-4 years. Salary: $55,000-$65,000 + Bonus and competitive benefits package. Relocation assistance will be provided to this very nice lifestyle community in northern Illinois. Maintenance Supervisor; Maintenance Manager; Team Leader; food; high speed packaging; electrical; mechanical; PLC; automation; engineering; preventative maintenance; MRO |
| JOS000000010 Project Engineer (OH) |
| *Our company is very well established, growing, and we are in need of 2 engineers with CAPITAL PROJECT experience.* NEW opportunity for Project Engineers to join a Leading, National food manufacturing company! Unparalleled career track with this organization!! Overview: Responsible for executing capital projects including scope development, cost estimation, system design, equipment sizing and selection, procurement, installation, check-out, and start-up. Accountabilities: 1. Execute capital projects as lead engineer: Manage budget, schedule, and system performance. Depending on project scope, responsibilities may also include overall project management, construction management, and start-up. 2. Support or lead capital projects from conceptual phases through project close-out including scope development, cost estimation, system design, risk assessment, equipment sizing and selection, procurement, installation, check-out, and start-up. 3. Offer production support and troubleshooting assistance to Engineers, Team Leaders, and Maintenance. 4. Interface with business unit team - maintain close working relationships with R&D, quality, manufacturing, operations leadership, and financial operations. 5. Provide innovative technical solutions required to meet business objectives with emphasis on productivity. 6. Utilize Continuous Improvement tools and support CI efforts. 7. Provide support to annual capital planning process. Required Skills/Experiences: - BS ME or BS ChE, no exceptions please; - Experience working with plant operators, leadership staff, outside vendors, contractors, and engineering firms; - Must have good understanding of processing and packaging equipment and systems; - Working knowledge of plant manufacturing, engineering, quality, and research functions; - Thorough understanding of Food Manufacturing Regulatory Requirements (GMP's, Food Safety, etc.). Competencies/Behaviors: Demonstrated skills in executing several concurrent assignments; Demonstrated technical leadership, analytical and problem solving skills, decision making, trouble-shooting, communications, team management, and interpersonal skills. Salary: $70s-$90,000 + Bonus |
| DBB-2726 Packaging Systems/Continuous Improvement Engineer |
| !!CAREER TRACK for a Packaging Systems Engineer/Continuous Improvement Engineer!! We are an Industry Leading Food Manufacturer and are seeking (1) well qualified, degreed Engineer to improve performance through strong leadership of continuous improvement techniques (LEAN, TPM, KAIZEN, SIX SIGMA) and events! Not only will you troubleshoot EXISTING PROCESSES and systems, but you will be our key technical support for NEW CAPITAL PROJECTS as well. If you are a strong technical problem solver and you can effectively COMMUNICATE with various levels and platforms of our organization (Engineering, R&D, Production, Plant Management, Maintenance, etc) we want to talk with you!! You will have the opportunity to: Troubleshoot system issues through the use of continuous improvement techniques; Provide key technical support in capital projects and new product testing/start-ups; Develop/maintain strategic technical improvement plans for systems; Develop/deliver technical training for various levels of the organization and serve as a divisional resource for our Fortune 500 organization. Engineering Degree Required. BSME OR BS Packaging from ABET or NAIT accredited program. Six Sigma Certification highly preferred. 2-5 years related experience highly preferred. Starting Salary will be $70s-$80s. We will assist you with relocation expenses and provide a comprehensive benefits package. |
| JOS_27 (Central MO) Refrigeration Technician |
| We have an exciting opportunity with a growing plant! We are making significant capital investments in our plant and are in need of another Refrigeration Tech. The successful candidate will have experience with Ammonia Refrigeration Systems (Preferably 40k lbs +), managing the PSM process and be IIAR Certified (preferably). 3-5 years experience as a Refrigeration Tech is required. Other necessary experience includes experience within a highly automated manufacturing environment working on maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment. Experience in a regulated (food / bakery ) environment is highly preferred. Must be a solid, sharp communicator with demonstrated skills. Experience with fabrication and welding a plus! Associates degree in technical field is preferred; or equivalent experience. Wonderful small town location near metro area provides ideal balance between a family friendly, low cost of living community and full access to big city amenities! |
| JOS_26 Project Manager / Project Engineer (FL) |
| NEWLY CREATED POSITION DUE TO GROWTH! Our client is one of the largest juice processors in the USA and is searching to hire a Project Manager for new capital projects and existing plant improvement projects. This is a F-T, permanent position. Key responsibilities will include areas of Project Management, Capital Planning, PLCs/automation, Ammonia, Environmental and Waste Water. Our client produces their own branded products, as well as private label products. They also co-pack for several quality brands of beverages across the USA. The business is growing and if you have a BS degree in Engineering and at least 3-5 years experience with capital projects in a beverage, food or related high speed packaging environment, we want to speak with you about this opportunity! The starting base salary for this position will be in the $70,000-$78,000 range, depending on your experience, and we will assist the successful candidate with a relocation to beautiful Florida. (This is a F-T, permanent position. No contractors/consultant offers, please.) |
Operations
Management
Operations Management
| DBB-1560 Production Supervisor (OH) |
| Excellent opportunity for an individual with a minimum of 1-3 years experience in first line floor supervision in a food processing environment! Good communication and leadership skills are required! You will be responsible for the supervision, training, and scheduling of up to 50 hourly personnel. Excellent opportunities for career growth and development. Very good benefit and relocation package will be offered!! Degree required. Salary: $40s-$50s |
| DBB-2068 ATTENTION PRODUCTION SUPERVISORS! |
| Many wonderful openings with growing, expanding food processors. Our clients are located nationally; if you have relocation preferences, now is the time to tell us!!!! The economy has improved, and our clients want to hire. Southeast, Southwest, Midwest, Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Mid-South locations. Degree highly preferred. Good relocation and benefits packages!! Salary: $60s+!!! |
| DBB-2810 Production Supervisor - A-Players Wanted!! (MO) |
| Excellent career development opportunity with growing and progressive leader in the food industry! The successful candidate will have the opportunity to earn a promotion in 2-3 years. This position starts in SW Missouri and a promotion would offer a relocation!! Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 3 years experience in supervision in a food processing facility. Must have demonstrated LEADERSHIP skills, be TECHNICALLY savvy, possess high ETHICS, and demonstrate excellent COMMUNICATION skills. BS Degree REQUIRED. Engineering, food science, biology or related. Will supervise daily plant operations for their shift. Maintaining processing and packaging with 110 direct reports are your primary duties. Working knowledge of CIP/COP cleaning techniques will be helpful. Bakery experience a plus. Production techs will be your direct reports and you will report to the Shift Manager. Wonderful team style management environment. Good relocation and benefit package will be offered! Starting Salary: $60,000-$75,000 This is a wonderful opportunity with a Fortune 500 company! |
| JOS3 Sanitation Supervisor - 3rd Shift (IL) |
| Excellent opportunity to join the team of a progressive and growing food processor with Nationally distributed products! Qualified candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a proven Sanitation Supervisor within the food processing industry. Will manage a staff of hourly technicians on third shift and also third party audits, while maintaining existing systems and procedures and authoring new procedures and documentation working within budgetary guidelines. Should have experience writing SSOPs and related documentation, troubleshooting micro issues. Will manage chemical supplier programs and pest control programs. Must have DAIRY experience, CIP, COP. Will consider experience in lieu of degree. Relocation assistance will be provided! Starting Salary: $50-$60,000 |
| DBB-2658 Production Manager (ID) |
| High performing industry leader in need of a solid, top performer for their excellent new opportunity created out of growth and expansion! New, beautiful, state-of-the-art facility. This position will have several supervisors and a large group of hourly reporting. Strong preference for candidates experienced in working with high-speed packaging machinery and equipment. Successful candidate will have a strong mechanical/electrical aptitude. Client company will NOT consider candidates outside of the food industry. Starting salary: $70s-$90,000. Good relocation and benefit package will be offered |
| DBB-2678 Production Supervisor (ID) |
| Worried that your job may be in jeopardy because of our economic conditions? Frustrated because you are ready for your next challenge, but your employer has frozen professional career growth opportunities? Concerned that you are becoming stagnant in your position? Our client is a high performing industry leader in need of a solid, top performer for their newly created position due to growth and expansion!! Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 2-4 years experience as a first line production or packaging supervisor. This position will be responsible for the supervision of an hourly staff for an assigned shift: Scheduling, Training, Team Development, Budgeting, Planning, etc. Excellent opportunity for promotion will be available within this new, state-of-the-art facility. Successful candidate will have a strong mechanical/electrical aptitude. Degree preferred but will consider candidates with good, stable work experience. Good benefit and relocation package will be offered. Starting salary: $42-$50,000 |
| DBB-2713 1st Shift Production Manager (WI) |
| Excellent career opportunity!! Privately-held, nonunion, multi-site manufacturer is seeking Top Production Management candidate to develop into Plant Manager. Newer, state-of-the-art plant is focused on high-speed packaging. The successful candidate will possess 7-10 years of progressive supervisory experience in a food processing environment (No Exceptions). Must be technically competent and have demonstrated ability to coach and develop people in a team environment. Good relocation and benefit package will be offered!!! Nice lifestyle community with reasonable cost of living. Bachelors Degree Required (Science or Engineering preferred). Salary: $70s-$90,000 |
| DBB-2809 Production/Sanitation Supervisor (MO) |
| Production/Sanitation Supervisor (3rd Shift). Excellent opportunity with growing and progressive food processor! Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 5 years experience in supervision in a food processing manufacturing facility. You will supervise daily production and sanitation team for 3rd shift. Maintaining process, packaging, plant housekeeping and sanitation are your primary duties. Working knowledge of CIP cleaning techniques and a strong background in plant sanitation is required. Production and Sanitation technicians will be your direct reports and you will report to the Production Manager. Wonderful "team style" management environment. BS Degree Preferred (Engineering, food science, biology, business or related) Starting Base Salary: $50,000-$60,000, depending on experience. Nice benefit package will be offered! |
| Milling Degreed Grain Milling Leader/Resource (IA) |
| We are searching for degreed grain milling candidates for a nationally known processor located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Serve as a resource and a leader for production team members, focusing on daily performance initiatives within the Milling group as they relate to procedures, equipment, quality, system capability, and cost reduction. This position reports to the Milling Operations Resource. An environment of teamwork and cooperation is expected as the incumbent will work very closely with Milling Research and Development on all initiatives that relate to milling technology and skill. The incumbent will work closely with all levels of operations, quality, engineering, and maintenance. The position is accountable for training, educating, motivating, and coaching the team to insure effective utilization of assets in meeting customer requirements for service, quality, and cost. Will actively participate in administration of the collective bargaining agreement and all agreed procedures. This position will create an environment whereby each team member can achieve the goals set forth in the Natural Work Team, resulting in the highest customer/consumer value. The incumbent will provide key leadership and development for team members with respect to TPM processes. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: -Knowledge of milling processing equipment, the intended function and ability to adjust for optimal performance. -Ability to recognize / understand the cause-and-effect relationship throughout the milling processes and identify effective solutions when addressing yield / quality issues. -Knowledge of all plant processing systems for milling oat and corn products. -Ability to identify effective solutions when addressing quality issues associated with milled finished products. -Knowledge and understanding of milling flows. REQUIREMENTS: -College graduate with Milling Science degree or a minimum of 3-5 years related experience in milling/processing operations. -Capable of leading, directing, and motivating milling team members as required to achieve the required business results. WE ARE HAPPY TO MEET AND TALK WITH YOU IF YOU HAVE MILLING EXPERIENCE AND/OR A DEGREE IN MILLING SCIENCE. Compensation: Base of $55,000-$70,000 commensurate with experience, Relocation assistance available. |
| JOS_23 Plant Superintendent (FL) |
| ! Exciting opportunity to join one of the top independent juice processors in the country ! Our company client is a well established, multi-plant company and distributes products nationally and currently searching for a PLANT SUPERINTENDENT for their beautiful Florida location. Process Branded products as well as private-label and co-packaged products and their customers are some of the most recognized brands in the world! The successful candidate will have a minimum of 10 years experience in liquid fill/processing and already have responsibilities as a Production Manager, BUL, Plant Superintendent, etc. This position is responsible for all Production and Maintenance and will report directly to the Plant Manager. Essential qualifications the successful candidate will possess include: Bachelors Degree; Beverage processing experience and strong leadership skills. SQF, aseptic packaging is a definite plus. Starting base salary for this position is negotiable in the $75,000-$85,000 range, depending on experience. Relocation assistance will be provided if needed. |
Technical
Technical
| JOS000000019 Sanitation Manager (WI) |
| We have an immediate need for a SANITATION MANAGER in Wisconsin !! Our company client is a regulated, food manufacturing company looking for a Sanitation Manager for their plant location in Wisconsin. Need an experienced leader in the Sanitation Department who has been successful in their food sanitation career. A few of the qualities we are searching for in the successful candidate include: Someone willing to work a traditional 3rd shift; A BS Degree is highly preferred; You must be a demonstrated lifelong learner–attending conferences, staying fresh with the changes in our industry; The successful candidate will be the go-to technical resource for other plant sanitation managers; Career sanitation superintendents/sanitation managers are the target profile; Food industry absolutely required–no exceptions; and dairy or cheese experience is highly preferred; Must possess strong management and leadership skills; FDA, SQF, HACCP, GMPs. Starting Base Salary is negotiable in the $65,000-$80,000 range; and a Great benefits program and Relocation Assistance will be provided! |
| JOS_24 IS Coordinator (OH) |
| We have a great career opportunity for a hands-on, Information Systems Coordinator! Our company client is a Fortune 500 US company who believes in helping their employees develop and progress in their careers and due to a promotion, now need to hire a new IS Coordinator for their flagship manufacturing facility in Ohio. The successful candidate must have a Bachelors degree in CIS, MIS or CSC and experience with the following: Windows Server 2003 going to Windows server 2007; SAP, Workbrain, Sharepoint, MQIS, WMS, Thin Client and Office (experience in all of these would be great). Programming experience is also helpful, but not required. Company has 25 Servers, 250 desktops, 50 printers, 1000 user IDs, 75 floor units/kiosks. This is a Hands-on position and will have no direct reports. You will report to the head of IS at this site. Starting base salary is negotiable depending on experience ($52,000-$63,000). Relocation assistance is available if needed. |
Financial
Financial
| JOS8 Field Rep (MO/IA) |
| Crop Insurance industry leader is looking to take their business to the next level and expand their market. We will add (1) A-Player to our team. You should connect with us if: You are frustrated that you have maxed out your career with no place to grow. You are tired of constant traveling, never having time for your family. You are tired of being seen as an employee and want to be respected as a business professional that people listen to. You love to compete and want be on a winning team. We are looking for a Field Rep to help us develop a growing volume of profitable crop insurance business and service-oriented Agents in Missouri and Iowa. This person must…Be able to prospect with quantifiable results; Have a desire to make $100k+; Be able to sell high value products to agriculture industry; Live in our Missouri or Iowa territory; Have an Ag related background. Some of your specific duties will include: Locate and recruit new and existing crop insurance Agents; Be responsible to help Agents achieve sales goals; Educate and coach Agents in crop insurance policies and procedures using industry knowledge and proprietary training tools and resources; Make joint calls on policy holders with your Agents; Communicate trends and conditions to senior management; Assist Market President in implementation of marketing plan in Missouri/Iowa. We are a privately-held, industry leader who values family, integrity, hard work and superior customer service. Our industry leading Agent and policy holder services are 2nd to none and we are positioned to earn market share quickly and expect rapid growth in our MO/IA territories. $60k-$85k starting base salary + overrides + car and generous benefits package. Connect with us now and learn how you might tackle the challenge and reap the rewards! |
Human Resources/Safety
Human Resources/Safety
| DBB-2197 Human Resource Manager (Upstate NY) |
| Outstanding opportunity with prestigious national manufacturer of consumer products located in a non-metro area in the Northeast. Client will be interested in candidates with a minimum of 8-15 years experience in Human Resources Management. Both union and nonunion experience will be considered. Client will only be interested in manufacturing experience and prefers national company background: food, pharmaceutical, chemical, HBA. Very progressive organization offering unlimited career growth and development. Will function as Human Resource Manager for facility employing 1,000+. Degree Required with MBA Preferred. Starting Salary: $100-$110,000 + Bonus. Top notch relocation and benefit package!!! |
| JOS000000020 Human Resource Manager (St Louis, MO) |
| IMMEDIATE NEED FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER! Outstanding opportunity with prestigious global manufacturer of pharmaceutical and medical devices, located in St Louis, MO. We are interested in candidates with a minimum of 8-15 years of experience in Human Resources Management. We are interested in union, manufacturing experience and prefer national or global company background: pharmaceutical, chemical, food, beverage or related. Very progressive organization offering unlimited career growth and development. Will function as Human Resource Manager for facility employing 800. Degree Required with MBA Preferred. Starting Salary: $90,000-$110,000 + Bonus. Top notch relocation and benefit package!!! |