Further Production Technician VBC - Line 2 Marination (NS)

Simmons Foods; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company is hiring for the role of Production Technician, focusing on tasks such as packing and grading products. The position requires teamwork and the ability to work in dynamic and varied environments. Candidates with experience in poultry processing are preferred.

Qualifications

• Preference for experience in poultry or food processing.
• Ability to work in various physical conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate on moving conveyor belts, perform packing and grading tasks.
• Participate in teamwork and maintain line speeds on products.
• Inspect and remove non-compliant products during packing.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision quality

Job description

Further Production Technician VBC - Line 2 Marination (NS)

To learn, perform and rotate between the positions of packer, scaler, styler and grader and as needed to maintain line speeds on any given product at the designated rate for that product.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Works on a moving conveyor belt using both hands. Spreads or styles product by hand on the belt;

Performs multiple types of packing and weighing.

Pulls bones from product; inspects, grades and removes product that does not meet standards.

Participates as a member of the Team . Participates in the ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.

Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the person in this position and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person as to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position.

Physical Activities: Must be able to move, push or pull up to 55 pounds from table to scales at waist level and bend, stoop, walk, stand and work in a cold, wet, noisy, dusty environment for entire shift. This position involves repetitive motion and may include rotating through cold and hot areas of the plant.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Std waterproof gloves, sleeves, hearing protection, slip resistant footwear,

Travel: N/A

Technical Experience: N/A

Industry Experience: Preference for poultry or food processing organization

Preferred Education : N/A

Competencies: Communication skills & decision quality - Must have the ability to make good decisions and communicate effectively with others and leadership team.

For immediate consideration of hourly production positions located in the area from Fort Smith, AR to Van
Buren, AR please apply in person Monday thru Friday, between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm at:

Simmons Foods Hiring Center

4900 Rogers Ave, Suite 103-D
Fort Smith, AR
72903

In person applications at our Hiring Center receive priority consideration. You may still apply for positions
online; however please note that positions may be filled at our Hiring Center before our online
applications are reviewed

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

About the company

Simmons Foods and its affiliates process and supply poultry, pet, and animal food.

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