FPT VBC - Line 3 Marination (DS)

About the role

This position requires the ability to learn, perform, and rotate between the roles of packer, scaler, styler, and grader as needed to maintain line speeds on any given product at the designated rate.

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)
• 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
• Actively looks for ways, and reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy within the larger organization
• 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 consideration of the impact of individual actions and responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas
• Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives

Physical requirements

• Must be able to move, push, or pull up to 55 pounds from table to scales at waist level
• Must be able to 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): Standard waterproof gloves, sleeves, hearing protection, slip-resistant footwear

Qualifications

• Preference for poultry or food processing organization experience
• Must have the ability to make good decisions and communicate effectively with others and leadership team