About Buddeez
“ None of us are as smart as all of us.
What We Believe
“ These beliefs and values are the driving force behind everything we do at Buddeez.
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As an employee, you are a part of our Buddeez family.
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We believe it is important that we state and adhere to our fundamental core values. We believe that if we get this right, our business will be conducted in a manner that is pleasing and honoring to God.
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That is our whole purpose, and everyone in Buddeez leadership must be unwavering in the pursuit of that goal.
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We understand that the role of every employee within our organization is important. We will provide leadership that values the contributions and hard work of all our employees.
“ What do our core values mean to you?
In Their Own Words
What We Believe
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Our Core Values
Purpose
We will conduct all business in a fair and God-honoring manner.
Integrity
We will do what is right (even when no one is looking).
Respect
We will treat others in a manner that builds them up, never tears them down.
Responsibility
We will seek ways to increase and grow our influence by taking responsibility.
Servant Leadership
It will always be “WE” and not “I”.
Sportsmanship
We will always be and act like a winner with our team.
Supporting Actions For Success
Everyone at Buddeez, from leadership to each new hire, is mission critical to our success.
- Be honest
- Be accountable
- Be dependable
- Be professional (Regardless of your position)
- Be helpful
- Be a team player
- Be deliberate
- Be trustworthy
- Maintain a "Customer First" attitude
- Be humble
- Be kind
- Be passionate
- Pay attention to details
- Be compassionate
- Be positive
- Be motivating
- Pursue excellence in all things
Supporting Actions For Success
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“ I enjoy working for Buddeez because the ownership is amazing.
Tara
Buddeez Employee
Buddeez Benefits
Building careers together.
We know that our employees are the heart and soul of our business, so Buddeez offers great benefits.
- Buddeez pays our employees on a weekly basis and off direct deposit.
- EAP Program
- There are three (3) Medical Plans to choose from, a Dental Plan, a Vision Plan, $15,000 term Life Insurance (company paid) with the opportunity to purchase additional term coverage for yourself and dependents, Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance, and Voluntary Accident Insurance.
- One of our most important benefits is our 401K which employees join after nine (9) months of employment. For every $1.00 the employee contribues to their plan, Buddeez contributes $0.18.
- We offer nine (9) paid holidays each year. One of them being your birthday holiday.
- Paid vacation and unpaid time off are also available.
Open Positions
A better way to work.
Buddeez is always looking for quality people to join our family. Come to an Open House or apply today to see how servant leadership and teamwork can help build a meaningful career.
2nd and 3rd Shift Maintenance Technicians
Immediate Openings for Maintenance Technicians Day and Night Shifts with some overtime required.
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2nd and 3rd Shift Maintenance Technicians
This position reports to the Maintenance manager and is responsible for ensuring proper Preventative Maintenance including Mechanical, Building, etc.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Perform various preventative maintenance duties on equipment, building and grounds,
Operate forklift and pallet jacks to move material,
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Required experience:
Minimum 1 year mechanical experience or trade school.
Knowledge of mechanical devices, safety devices and procedures.
Required skills:
Ability to read, write, add, subtract.
Good mechanical aptitude.
Ability to work without supervision.
Must wear flame retardant clothing.
Must be physically able to lift up to 50lbs and climb ladders.
Training is available to learn forklift and pallet jack operation.
Applications accepted online or in person at 715 W. Park Road, Union, MO 63084 or at www.buddeezcareers.com
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
Perform various preventative maintenance duties on equipment, building and grounds,
Operate forklift and pallet jacks to move material,
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Required experience:
Minimum 1 year mechanical experience or trade school.
Knowledge of mechanical devices, safety devices and procedures.
Required skills:
Ability to read, write, add, subtract.
Good mechanical aptitude.
Ability to work without supervision.
Must wear flame retardant clothing.
Must be physically able to lift up to 50lbs and climb ladders.
Training is available to learn forklift and pallet jack operation.
Applications accepted online or in person at 715 W. Park Road, Union, MO 63084 or at www.buddeezcareers.com
3rd Shift Assembler
Entry level role with opportunities for advancement.
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3rd Shift Assembler
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operate machinery
- Assemble parts
- Trim and clean parts
- Count
- Label product/packages/inventory
- Package and wrap products
- Maintain quality with quantity goals
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist an otherwise qualified individual in the performance of the jobs essential functions:
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and effectively in positive and/or negative situations; Listen for understanding and requests clarification. Treats others with respect and consideration.
- Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively.
- Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team environment; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale while accomplishing group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
- Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment. Treats people respectfully while making them feel welcome.
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures with safety in the forefront.
- Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
- Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in an efficient manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly with minimal errors producing quality product.
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
- Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to an otherwise qualified individual in the performance of the job essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands from wrist to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move from 25 pounds to up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus while wearing eye protection if not utilizing prescription glasses.
- In addition to the Essential Functions and Qualifications listed above, to perform the job successfully an individual must be able to walk, stand, bend and lift up to 50 pounds throughout entire shift.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to an otherwise qualified individual in the performance of the jobs essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to working near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather). The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
- The noise level in the work environment does not require hearing protection but this PPE is available for employees to use if they wish.
- Summer months require working in hot temperatures up to 10 degrees hotter than outside temperatures.
2nd Shift Assembler
Entry level role with opportunities for advancement.
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2nd Shift Assembler
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operate machinery
- Assemble parts
- Trim and clean parts
- Count
- Label product/packages/inventory
- Package and wrap products
- Maintain quality with quantity goals
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist an otherwise qualified individual in the performance of the jobs essential functions:
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and effectively in positive and/or negative situations; Listen for understanding and requests clarification. Treats others with respect and consideration.
- Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively.
- Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team environment; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale while accomplishing group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
- Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment. Treats people respectfully while making them feel welcome.
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures with safety in the forefront.
- Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
- Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in an efficient manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly with minimal errors producing quality product.
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
- Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to an otherwise qualified individual in the performance of the job essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands from wrist to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move from 25 pounds to up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus while wearing eye protection if not utilizing prescription glasses.
- In addition to the Essential Functions and Qualifications listed above, to perform the job successfully an individual must be able to walk, stand, bend and lift up to 50 pounds throughout entire shift.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to an otherwise qualified individual in the performance of the jobs essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to working near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather). The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
- The noise level in the work environment does not require hearing protection but this PPE is available for employees to use if they wish.
- Summer months require working in hot temperatures up to 10 degrees hotter than outside temperatures.
Part Time Assemblers - Saturdays Only
Hiring Part Time Saturday Assemblers
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Part Time Assemblers - Saturdays Only
PREMIUM PAY offered for this Saturday only position:
7:00 am - 3:30 pm - $20/hr
3:00 pm - 11:30 pm - $22.50/hr
11:00 pm - 7:30 am - $22.50/hr
Only Voluntary Overtime - No Mandatory OT
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
7:00 am - 3:30 pm - $20/hr
3:00 pm - 11:30 pm - $22.50/hr
11:00 pm - 7:30 am - $22.50/hr
Only Voluntary Overtime - No Mandatory OT
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operate machinery
- Assemble parts
- Trim and clean parts
- Count
- Label product/packages/inventory
- Package and wrap products
- Maintain quality with quantity goals
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist an otherwise qualified individual in the performance of the jobs essential functions:
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and effectively in positive and/or negative situations; Listen for understanding and requests clarification. Treats others with respect and consideration.
- Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively.
- Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team environment; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale while accomplishing group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
- Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment. Treats people respectfully while making them feel welcome.
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures with safety in the forefront.
- Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
- Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in an efficient manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly with minimal errors producing quality product.
- Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
- Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to an otherwise qualified individual in the performance of the job essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands from wrist to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move from 25 pounds to up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus while wearing eye protection if not utilizing prescription glasses.
- In addition to the Essential Functions and Qualifications listed above, to perform the job successfully an individual must be able to walk, stand, bend and lift up to 50 pounds throughout entire shift.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to an otherwise qualified individual in the performance of the jobs essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to working near moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather). The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
- The noise level in the work environment does not require hearing protection but this PPE is available for employees to use if they wish.
- Summer months require working in hot temperatures up to 10 degrees hotter than outside temperatures.
3RD SHIFT SUPERVISOR
IMMEDIATE OPENING 3RD SHIFT SUPERVISOR
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3RD SHIFT SUPERVISOR
3RD SHIFT SUPERVISOR- M-F, 10:30pm - 7:30am.
This position reports to the Plant Manager at the Union, MO Plant.
Maintains confidentiality throughout all work performed.
Position Summary: The Shift Supervisor position is responsible for ensuring proper supervision of the manufacturing workforce to optimize the effective utilization of manpower, time, materials and equipment. They are responsible for the safety of employees and the continuous quality production of parts.
Company Background: Buddeez, Inc. is a leading designer in high quality injection molding manufacturing. Buddeez, Inc. produces plastic containers or custom applications and offers a line of standard products that have grown over the years. Buddeez, Inc. is based in Union, MO with offices in Wentzville, MO and its products are sold throughout the United States. Buddeez is a privately owned company with a very seasoned management team focused on sales growth with existing products and new revenue growth.
Key Results Areas:
· Implement departmental policies, goals, objectives, and procedures to ensure high productivity / quality / teamwork.
· Enforce safety compliance by ensuring the proper training/guidance is given in OSHA mandated regulations along with company safety rules and regulations.
· Plans daily work schedule and assigns daily tasks to employees. Verifies that proper paper work has been completed and correct.
· Regularly checks every workstation for acceptable quality and verifies that grinding and regrind are being used at the required workstations.
· Manages employees and is responsible for the performance management and oversee hiring of employees within department.
· Responsible to ensure employee evaluations / discipline is consistent, fair and supports organizational excellence.
· Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement, ensures that activities are planned, implemented, measured, reported and reviewed in the respective area of responsibility.
This position reports to the Plant Manager at the Union, MO Plant.
Maintains confidentiality throughout all work performed.
Position Summary: The Shift Supervisor position is responsible for ensuring proper supervision of the manufacturing workforce to optimize the effective utilization of manpower, time, materials and equipment. They are responsible for the safety of employees and the continuous quality production of parts.
Company Background: Buddeez, Inc. is a leading designer in high quality injection molding manufacturing. Buddeez, Inc. produces plastic containers or custom applications and offers a line of standard products that have grown over the years. Buddeez, Inc. is based in Union, MO with offices in Wentzville, MO and its products are sold throughout the United States. Buddeez is a privately owned company with a very seasoned management team focused on sales growth with existing products and new revenue growth.
Key Results Areas:
· Implement departmental policies, goals, objectives, and procedures to ensure high productivity / quality / teamwork.
· Enforce safety compliance by ensuring the proper training/guidance is given in OSHA mandated regulations along with company safety rules and regulations.
· Plans daily work schedule and assigns daily tasks to employees. Verifies that proper paper work has been completed and correct.
· Regularly checks every workstation for acceptable quality and verifies that grinding and regrind are being used at the required workstations.
· Manages employees and is responsible for the performance management and oversee hiring of employees within department.
· Responsible to ensure employee evaluations / discipline is consistent, fair and supports organizational excellence.
· Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement, ensures that activities are planned, implemented, measured, reported and reviewed in the respective area of responsibility.
Performs other related duties as needed.
Required Education - High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).
Required Experience - Minimum of 3 years of related supervisory experience.
Required Skills | Competencies in:
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions.
Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Accepts feedback from others.
Cost Consciousness - Conserves organizational resources.
Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promote a harassment-free environment.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspire the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational core values.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and core values.
Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles, Measures self against standard of excellence.
Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity - Strives to increase productivity.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments.
Innovation - Generates suggestions for improving work.
Desired Education: Associates or B.S. degree in business
Physical Requirements - Lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, reaching, standing, climbing and walking all shift. Some of the time sitting at desk for reporting.
Other Requirements
Must be able to multitask.
Operate pallet jack and forklift.
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Read and agrees to follow Buddeez Core Values
Supply Chain & Production Planning Manager
IMMEDIATE OPENING - Supply Chain & Production Planning Manager
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Supply Chain & Production Planning Manager
This position reports to the Plant Manager at the Union, MO Plant.
Maintains confidentiality throughout all work performed.
Position Summary: The Supply Chain and Production Planning Manager is responsible for all procurement activity required to sustain Buddeez's injection molding operations, the supervision of two direct-reports, and full ownership of the production scheduling function across 32 injection molding machines. This role sits at the intersection of supply chain, operations, and production planning, requiring a hands-on leader capable of balancing vendor relationships, material availability, and machine utilization to keep production running at peak efficiency.
Company Background: Buddeez, Inc. is a leading designer in high quality injection molding manufacturing. Buddeez, Inc. produces plastic containers or custom applications and offers a line of standard products that have grown over the years. Buddeez, Inc. is based in Union, MO with offices in Wentzville, MO and its products are sold throughout the United States. Buddeez is a privately owned company with a very seasoned management team focused on sales growth with existing products and new revenue growth.
Key Results Areas:
Procurement
• Source, negotiate, and purchase all materials, components, and supplies required for injection molding production, including resins, colorants, packaging, and auxiliary materials.
Maintains confidentiality throughout all work performed.
Position Summary: The Supply Chain and Production Planning Manager is responsible for all procurement activity required to sustain Buddeez's injection molding operations, the supervision of two direct-reports, and full ownership of the production scheduling function across 32 injection molding machines. This role sits at the intersection of supply chain, operations, and production planning, requiring a hands-on leader capable of balancing vendor relationships, material availability, and machine utilization to keep production running at peak efficiency.
Company Background: Buddeez, Inc. is a leading designer in high quality injection molding manufacturing. Buddeez, Inc. produces plastic containers or custom applications and offers a line of standard products that have grown over the years. Buddeez, Inc. is based in Union, MO with offices in Wentzville, MO and its products are sold throughout the United States. Buddeez is a privately owned company with a very seasoned management team focused on sales growth with existing products and new revenue growth.
Key Results Areas:
Procurement
• Source, negotiate, and purchase all materials, components, and supplies required for injection molding production, including resins, colorants, packaging, and auxiliary materials.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships; evaluate suppliers on cost, quality, lead time, and reliability.
• Oversee Procurement Coordinator to ensure purchase orders, blanket agreements, and inventory replenishment targets to prevent production interruptions.
• Monitor commodity pricing trends and identify cost reduction opportunities without compromising quality or supply continuity.
• Coordinate with accounting on invoice reconciliation, payment terms, and departmental budget tracking.
Production Scheduling
• Improve and maintain the master production schedule across 32 injection molding machines, balancing customer demand, material availability, and machine capacity.
• Plan and coordinate all mold changes, sequencing changeovers to minimize downtime and maximize throughput.
• Plan and coordinate all mold changes, sequencing changeovers to minimize downtime and maximize throughput.
• Communicate schedule changes to production, tooling, and quality teams in a timely and accurate manner.
• Adjust schedules proactively in response to machine downtime, material shortages, or customer priority shifts.
• Track on-time production performance and report schedule adherence metrics to the Plant Manager.
Team Leadership
Team Leadership
• Directly supervise Procurement Coordinator & Scheduling Coordinator; assign work, set priorities, and provide day-to-day guidance.
• Conduct performance reviews, identify training needs, and support professional development for both direct reports.
• Develop and document standard operating procedures for purchasing and scheduling functions.
Required Education - Associates degree preferably in Business.
Required Experience
• 3 or more years of experience in procurement or purchasing, preferably within plastics manufacturing or a related industry.
• Experience scheduling production in a high-mix, multi-machine manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated supervisory or team lead experience.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Required Skills
This position is in a manufacturing facility. The role requires regular presence on the production floor as well as time in an office environment.
Prefer working knowledge of injection molding process, tooling, and mold change procedures.
Organization, prioritizing, scheduling, and time management are required in order to plan project timelines, manage resources and keep track of multiple tasks simultaneously.
Must have good interpersonal skills to liaise between various levels of co-workers/management.
Desired Education: Master Degree in Business.
Physical Requirements - Ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, talk, and hear along with good visual abilities.
At all times eye protection must be worn while in plant.
Other Requirements
Must be able to multitask.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Read and agrees to follow Buddeez Core Values
Apply online at www.buddeezcareers.com or in person at 715 W. Park Road, Union,
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