Precision Machine Operator & Maintenance Technician

Simmons Foods; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Foods in Van Buren, AR, is seeking a Machine Operator to run production machines, adjust settings for quality and efficiency, and support daily setup to meet production standards.

You will perform basic preventive maintenance, document specs, operate forklift if needed, and collaborate with a team to follow BEST practices while maintaining safety and accuracy in a fast-paced food processing environment. This role requires physical stamina and adherence to PPE and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or food processing is preferred.
• Ability to read specs and maintain documentation.
• Willingness to work in a cool, wet and noisy environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with other personnel to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Adjusts production machines to ensure efficiency, quality and accuracy with minimal loss of product.
• Performs preventive maintenance and inspects equipment on a regular basis.
• Operates machines to production standards.
• Maintains accurate inventory of supplies needed to operate the machine.
• May require forklift operation and obtaining a forklift license.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Decision making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Basic computer literacy

Job description

Simmons Foods in Van Buren, AR, is seeking a Machine Operator to run production machines, adjust settings for quality and efficiency, and support daily setup to meet production standards.

You will perform basic preventive maintenance, document specs, operate forklift if needed, and collaborate with a team to follow BEST practices while maintaining safety and accuracy in a fast-paced food processing environment. This role requires physical stamina and adherence to PPE and safety protocols.