Machine Operator VBC - Line 4 marination NS

Simmons Foods•Van Buren, AR

About The Position

The Machine Operator ensures products meet customer and company specifications and established standards. The role involves setting up and operating production machines, adjusting equipment for efficiency, quality, and accuracy while minimizing product loss, and maintaining supplies and handwritten product-specification documentation. The operator performs regular equipment inspections and preventive maintenance, carries out basic light machine maintenance, and assists maintenance mechanics with troubleshooting as needed. Forklift operation may be required, including obtaining a forklift license. The position also participates in team activities and supports the company’s operating systems, policies, quality, and security practices. Other duties may be assigned in support of business objectives. The work requires standing for the entire shift and may involve bending, squatting, stooping, working at elevated areas, and climbing stairs and ladders. Employees must frequently lift or move product bags weighing up to 50 pounds at waist or chest level; some overhead lifting may be required. The environment is cool, wet, and noisy. Standard waterproof gloves, sleeves, hearing protection, slip-resistant footwear, safety glasses, and lockout equipment are required.

Requirements

Be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Be able to perform basic math.
Have basic mechanical and computer literacy.
Have the ability to make sound decisions and communicate effectively with others and the leadership team.
Be able to stand for the entire shift and perform the physical activities described for the position.
Be able to frequently lift or move product bags weighing up to 50 pounds; some overhead lifting may be required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a poultry or food-processing organization is preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Forklift operation experience or a forklift license may be useful; a license may be required if forklift operation is needed.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with other personnel to ensure compliance with specifications.
Set up and operate production machines to production standards.
Adjust machines to support efficiency, quality, and accuracy while minimizing product loss.
Perform preventive maintenance and inspect equipment regularly.
Perform basic light maintenance and assist maintenance mechanics with troubleshooting as needed.
Maintain an accurate inventory of machine operating supplies.
Handwrite product-specification documentation.
Operate a forklift if required and obtain a forklift license if needed.
Participate in team development, communication, implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies, and appropriate team meetings.
Support cohesive teamwork, raise concerns about areas lacking cohesiveness, and work collaboratively to resolve issues.
Follow Simmons operating systems, including quality, security, office environment, and company policies; communicate concerns and ideas for improvement.
Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.