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Silva International, Inc.

<div><div><b>Position: </b>Sr. Financial Planner</div><div><b>
Location/Department: </b>Lancaster, PA/Administration Lancaster</div><div><b>
Status: </b>Full-Time<b>
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<b>Reports To: </b>Controller</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Our Company</b></div><p>
Lancaster Leaf Tobacco Co. Inc., a subsidiary of Universal Corporation, manages dark air-cured tobacco operations in the traditional growing areas of the United States. The company contracts directly with local farmers and exports globally.</p><div><i>
The Global Leader in Premium Leaf Tobacco Supply</i></div><div>
Universal Leaf Tobacco Company is the world&rsquo;s leading supplier of premium leaf tobacco, with over 100 years of experience sourcing, processing, and delivering tobacco crops tailored to customer specifications. With operations spanning major tobacco-regions across five continents, we connect hundreds of thousands of farmers to global manufacturers through a reliable, transparent, and traceable supply chain.</div><div></div><div><br>
Our portfolio includes flue-cured, burley, oriental, and dark tobaccos, supported by deep agronomic expertise and advanced processing capabilities. Beyond the leaf, we offer value-added services such as customized blending, next-generation nicotine solutions, recycled by-products, and digital traceability tools that enhance efficiency and sustainability across the supply chain.</div><div></div><div><br>
Universal Leaf Tobacco is more than a supplier &ndash; we are a long-term partner committed to responsible sourcing, farmer support, and continuous innovation. By investing in agricultural communities and upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance, we help ensure a resilient tobacco supply for generations to come.</div><p><b>
Summary</b></p><p>
As a <b>Senior Financial Planner</b> at Lancaster Leaf Tobacco Company, you will be responsible for leading financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis activities to support strategic and operational decision-making. This role partners closely with senior leadership and department heads to deliver actionable financial insights, improve profitability, and ensure alignment with organizational goals.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
What You&rsquo;ll Be Doing (Essential Duties)</b></p><div><ul><li>
Financial Planning &amp; Forecasting<ul><li>
Lead annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial planning processes.</li><li>
Develop and maintain financial models to evaluate business performance, capital investments, and strategic initiatives.</li><li>
Analyze variances between actual results, budget, and forecast; clearly communicate drivers and risks.</li></ul></li><li>
Business &amp; Operational Support<ul><li>
Partner with operations, sales, and supply chain leaders to understand cost drivers and revenue trends.</li><li>
Support pricing analysis, margin improvement initiatives, and productivity metrics.</li><li>
Provide financial guidance for new products, programs, and operational changes.</li></ul></li><li>
Reporting &amp; Analysis<ul><li>
Prepare monthly management reports, dashboards, and executive-level presentations.</li><li>
Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders.</li><li>
Ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity of financial data.</li></ul></li><li>
Process Improvement &amp; Controls<ul><li>
Improve FP&amp;A processes, tools, and reporting efficiency.</li><li>
Support internal controls, audits, and compliance with company policies.</li><li>
Mentor junior analysts and contribute to finance team development.</li></ul></li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Minimum Requirements</b></div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.</li><li>
5&ndash;8+ years of progressive experience in financial planning, analysis, or corporate finance.</li><li>
Strong proficiency in Excel and financial modeling.</li><li>
Experience working with ERP and financial planning systems.</li><li>
Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.</li><li>
Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical problem‑solving</li><li>
Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities</li><li>
Proven ability to partner with business leaders to support decision‑making and drive outcomes</li><li>
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate, high‑quality work</li><li>
Continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to identify process enhancements and implement efficiencies</li><li>
Strategic thinking skills, with the ability to assess impacts, anticipate risks, and align analysis with business objectives</li></ul><div><b><br>
 Preferred Requirements</b></div><div><ul><li>
MBA, CPA, or CMA</li><li>
Experience in manufacturing, agriculture, consumer products, or distribution environments</li><li>
Advanced experience with Power BI, Tableau, or similar analytics tools.</li><li>
Proven ability to influence decision-making at leadership level.</li></ul></div><div></div><p><b><br>
Benefits</b><br>
We offer a wide range of market-competitive total rewards that include 401(k) match, pension, merit increases, paid holidays, medical, dental, life, vision, short and long-term disability benefits, and tuition assistance to name a few.</p><p><br>
 <b><i>EOE M/F/Disabled/Vet Employer</i></b><br>
<b><i> </i></b><b>All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.</b></p></div>

Sr. Financial Planner

<div><p><i>Universal Ingredients</i></p><p>
Universal Ingredients is a global supplier of high-quality, plant-based specialty ingredients for human and pet consumption. With thousands of products and global sourcing capabilities, we provide customized, value-added solutions &ndash; including fruit and vegetable juices and concentrates, dehydrated ingredients, botanical extracts, flavors, and beverage systems &ndash; for food and beverage manufacturers worldwide.</p><p>
Our advanced production capabilities, including aseptic beverage processing and flexible packaging solutions, enable safe, shelf-stable products with no preservatives. At the heart of our innovation is our Application Capabilities Lab, where food science experts collaborate with customers to develop market-ready solutions through product development, flavor analysis, sensory testing, and commercialization support.</p><p>
Driven by innovation, sustainability, and partnership, Universal Ingredients helps customers stay ahead of evolving consumer preferences while delivering consistent quality, functionality, and performance across global markets.</p><p><b>
Shank&rsquo;s, </b>a subsidiary of Universal Ingredients, is a premier manufacturer of vanilla extracts, other extracts, natural and artificial flavors, food colors, syrups, and sauces. Shank&rsquo;s quality products are widely distributed to industrial, private-label, and grocery customers worldwide.</p><p><b>
Available Immediately Upon Hire: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA, EAP, ID Theft, 401K, and PTO.</b></p><p>
Disclaimer: Shank&rsquo;s Extracts manufactures various products that identify as major food allergens (milk, eggs, tree nuts, wheat, and soybeans) as well as several other food ingredients. We cannot guarantee you will not be exposed to skin and/or odor contact with these various ingredients. Your health and safety are our number one priority, and we will do our best to accommodate within reason.</p><p></p><p><b>
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:</b></p><p>
The Production Mechanic is to be responsible for all equipment for the production line; including set up, repairs, preventative maintenance, and making adjustments to keep the manufacturing equipment running.</p><p><b>
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p><div><ul><li>
Responsible for upholding company policies and procedures including but not limited to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), production lines, sanitation, cleanliness, equipment verification, and process validation.</li><li>
Promote healthy communication between workers and management.</li><li>
Perform changeovers and setups</li><li>
Performing adjustments to the line to ensure continuous run of the line.</li><li>
Performs preventative maintenance on equipment as needed</li><li>
Works closely with the Production Team Lead and assists production as needed</li><li>
Works with Safety to ensure organizational standards.</li><li>
Maintains a safe and clean work environment.</li><li>
Operate equipment in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures</li><li>
Ensure products meet quality standards using visual inspections</li><li>
Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul></div><p><b>
ESSENTIAL/SKILLS NEEDED:</b></p><div><ul><li>
Communication, time management, team-oriented, self-motivated, organized, and uses good judgment.</li><li>
Ability to use basic tools for the set-up and operation of manufacturing equipment.</li><li>
Ability to use basic shop mathematics, and the ability to identify electrical components.</li><li>
Lock Out/Tag Out knowledge, preferred.</li><li>
Ability to be trained on forklift, pallet jack, scissor lift, and boom lift.</li><li>
English comprehension including speaking, reading, and writing is required for our business's necessity<i> </i>to ensure<i> </i>a safe and effective work environment.</li></ul></div><div><div><div><p><b>
Level 1 Tasks</b></p><p><b>
Entry Level</b></p></div><div><p><b><br>
Level 2 Task</b></p><p><b>
Mid-Level</b></p></div><div><p><b><br>
Level 3 Task</b></p><p><b>
Expert Level</b></p></div></div><div><p><br>
Inspect machines and equipment to locate problems, replace defective parts, and make machine adjustments and repairs to ensure a continuous production operation.</p><div><p><br>
Perform changeovers and setups with <i>&lt;50% </i>assistance from lead technician on assigned packaging equipment and/or lines.</p></div><p></p><p><br>
Perform changeovers and setups with &lt;20% assistance from lead technician on assigned packaging equipment and/or lines.</p></div><div><p><br>
Understand and demonstrate safe work practices at all times. Must stay focused on maintaining a safe work environment.</p><p><br>
Inspect machines and equipment to locate problems, replace defective parts, and make machine adjustments and repairs to ensure a continuous production operation.</p><p><br>
Inspect machines and equipment to locate problems, replace defective parts, and make machine adjustments and repairs to ensure a continuous production operation.</p></div><div><p><br>
Comply with all continuous improvement initiatives.</p><p><br>
Understand and demonstrate safe work practices at all times. Must stay focused on maintaining a safe work environment.</p><p><br>
Have the ability to enter and modify codes in all printers.</p></div><div><p><br>
Use repair manuals, parts manuals, and parts diagrams to troubleshoot and repair the most common machine failures.</p><p><br>
Have the ability to enter and modify codes in all printers</p><p><br>
Troubleshoot electrical issues using a multi-meter and perform electrical component replacement for minor issues.</p></div><div><p><br>
Perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.</p><p><br>
Use manuals, repair manuals, parts manuals, and parts diagrams to troubleshoot and repair the most common machine failures</p><p><br>
Analyze and resolve machine downtime. Assist co-workers in solving machine issues</p></div><div><p><br>
Must be trainable and willing to work with others to accomplish maintenance tasks.</p><p><br>
Perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.</p><p><br>
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.</p></div><div><p><br>
Perform changeovers and setups with &gt;80% assistance from lead technician on assigned packaging equipment and/or lines.</p><div><p><br>
Confidently demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot machines mechanically.</p></div><p></p><p><br>
Use manuals, repair manuals, parts manuals, and parts diagrams to troubleshoot and repair the most common machine failures</p></div><div><p><br>
Perform minor machine adjustments and repairs with assistance</p><p><br>
Ability to make minor adjustments to machines as needed by production with little to no direction.</p><p><br>
Perform preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.</p></div><div><p><br>
Troubleshoot minor machine issues and repair common machine problems with assistance.</p><div><p><br>
Ability to make recommendations for process and/or machine improvements.</p></div><p></p><p><br>
Understand and demonstrate safe work practices at all times. Must stay focused on maintaining a safe work environment</p></div><div><p><br>
Required &gt;1 year of maintenance experience or industrial certification.</p><p><b><br>
Acquire/possess one of the following:</b> PACE Equipment Certification. TRIPAC or equivalent sleever equipment training Certification or HMC pouch machine Certification.</p><div><p><br>
Confidently demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot machines mechanically.</p></div></div><p></p><div><p><br>
Required &gt; 1 year employment with Shanks or &gt;2 years of Maintenance Experience.</p><div><p><br>
Confidently demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot machines electrically.</p></div></div><p></p><div><div><p><br>
Ability to make minor adjustments to machines as needed by production.</p></div></div><p></p><div><p><br>
Ability to make recommendations for process and/or machine improvements</p></div><p></p><div><div><p><b><br>
Acquire/possess two of the following:</b></p><p>
PACE Equipment Certification. TRIPAC or equivalent sleever equipment training Certification or HMC pouch machine Certification.</p></div></div></div><p></p><p><b><br>
EDUCATION</b><b> AND </b><b>EXPERIENCE</b></p><div><ul><li>
High School Diploma or equivalent</li><li>
Prior experience in a food manufacturing facility preferred.</li><li>
Knowledge and familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) preferred.</li></ul></div><p><b>
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:</b></p><div><ul><li>
Will be required to stand for an entire shift</li><li>
Requires walking on a frequent basis</li><li>
May require the employee to infrequently lift and/or carry objects up to fifty (50) pounds.</li><li>
Requires frequent pushing, pulling, and lifting close to the body</li><li>
Requires bending, twisting, stooping, and squatting</li><li>
May be required to work at heights while on Boom or Scissor Lift.</li><li>
Must be able to work in various indoor temperatures including elevated heat and humidity</li><li>
Exposure to elevated noise levels which occur below OSHA thresholds</li><li>
Infrequent exposure to machine sanitation solutions and detergents</li><li>
Requires frequent visual quality control observations which may include turning and bending of the neck and head area.</li><li>
Exposure to various odors throughout a work shift.</li><li>
Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment [PPE]</li><li>
Required to follow Good Manufacturing Practices [GMPs]</li><li>
May be required to perform confined space entry</li><li>
Exposure to food allergens such as, but not limited to, milk eggs, tree nuts, wheat, and soybeans will occur.</li></ul></div><p></p><p><b><br>
Conduct, Quality, Integrity, and Culture</b></p><p><b>
Conduct: </b>We will conduct every aspect of our business with honesty, integrity, and openness, respecting human rights and the interests of our employees, customers, and third parties<b>.</b></p><p><b>
Quality: </b>Shank&rsquo;s is committed to food safety and product quality. We employ extensive food safety programs and controls at all levels. Our quality standards and food safety procedures are thoroughly being evaluated internally and externally. We continuously strive to improve our performance.</p><p><b>
Integrity: </b>Shank&rsquo;s and its employees will not offer, give, seek or receive, either directly or indirectly, improper inducements for business or financial gain. Where information is confidential, that confidentiality must be protected.</p><p><b>
Culture: </b>Shank&rsquo;s respects the cultural values of our employees, contractors, and customers. We also promote a balanced work-life environment. We recognize and celebrate our employees for their hard work and the contributions they make to our company.</p><p><b>
Shanks Core Values:</b></p><p><b>
ASPIRATION: </b>Share a vision for achievement</p><p><b>
ACCOUNTABILITY: </b>Support company reputation</p><p><b>
ADAPTABILITY: </b>Evolve to meet business needs</p><p><br>
 ***Competitive compensation and benefits package***</p><p><b>
Shank&rsquo;s Extracts, LLC d/b/a Universal Ingredients &ndash; Shank&rsquo;s </b>is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) Employer.</p></div>

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Sr. Financial Planner

3rd Shift Production Mechanic