Lead Food Processing Operator

Simmons Foods; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Foods in Fort Smith, AR is hiring for hourly Production/Processing positions. The role involves orientating new team members, mentoring staff, and ensuring safety, GMPs, and USDA compliance on the production line while meeting daily targets.

You will set up equipment, monitor line speed, and complete required reports, working with QA, USDA, and management. Strong communication and multitasking are essential; bilingual skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Basic math, reading, and writing skills; good communication in English.
• Be able to communicate with team and leadership.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Able to perform multiple tasks and multitask.

Responsibilities

• Orientate new team members and mentor.
• Communicate with team, supervisors, management, QA and USDA.
• Complete required reports and assist with timekeeping.
• Set up equipment and monitor line speed and quality.
• Help meet daily goals and improve morale; ensure USDA BEST practices.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Multitasking

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift license

Pallet jack license

Job description

Simmons Foods in Fort Smith, AR is hiring for hourly Production/Processing positions. The role involves orientating new team members, mentoring staff, and ensuring safety, GMPs, and USDA compliance on the production line while meeting daily targets.

You will set up equipment, monitor line speed, and complete required reports, working with QA, USDA, and management. Strong communication and multitasking are essential; bilingual skills are a plus.