Lead Processing Technician | Mentor, Line Ops & Quality

Simmons Foods; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Foods is seeking a Production/Processing Lead to support daily operations on the production line. The role includes mentoring new team members, coordinating with supervisors, QA and USDA, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

The ideal candidate has strong English communication skills, basic math and computer abilities, and the flexibility to multitask across tasks. Prior poultry or food processing experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have basic math, reading, writing, and computer skills.
• Good English communication required; bilingual is preferred.
• Flexibility to perform multiple line duties and support different teams.
• Experience in poultry or food processing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Orientate and mentor new team members.
• Communicate with team, supervisors, QA and USDA as needed.
• Complete reports and assist with timekeeping for line staff.
• Set up equipment daily and monitor line speed for quality standards.
• Be part of the team, participate in development and policy implementation to ensure alignment with best practices.
• Maintain Simmons operating systems and adhere to company policies.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift license

Pallet jack license

Job description

Simmons Foods is seeking a Production/Processing Lead to support daily operations on the production line. The role includes mentoring new team members, coordinating with supervisors, QA and USDA, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

The ideal candidate has strong English communication skills, basic math and computer abilities, and the flexibility to multitask across tasks. Prior poultry or food processing experience is preferred.