FPT VBC - Line 5 pack out (DS)
Simmons Foods · Van Buren, AR · 1 wk ago
On-siteOTHRFull-time
About the Role
This position involves learning, performing, and rotating between the roles of packer, scaler, styler, and grader to maintain line speeds for various products at designated rates.
Responsibilities
- Work on a moving conveyor belt using both hands.
- Spread or style product by hand on the belt.
- Perform multiple types of packing and weighing.
- Pull bones from product; inspect, grade, and remove product that does not meet standards.
- Participate as a team member in ongoing development, communication, and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies.
- Coordinate work to ensure best practices with all team members.
- Attend team meetings and foster strong team cohesiveness on major issues.
- Identify areas lacking cohesiveness and work with the team to resolve them.
- Reinforce actions needed to achieve synergy within the larger organization.
- Maintain familiarity with Simmons’ operating systems (e.g., quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN).
- Perform 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.
- Bend, stoop, walk, stand, and work in a cold, wet, noisy, and dusty environment for the entire shift.
- Perform repetitive motions and rotate through cold and hot areas of the plant.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Standard waterproof gloves and sleeves.
- Hearing protection.
- Slip-resistant footwear.
Qualifications
- Preference for experience in poultry or food processing organizations.
- Strong communication skills and decision-making ability.