Further Production Technician, Fort Smith, Specialty Pack, Day Shift

Work at Simmons • Fort Smith, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for working on a moving conveyor belt using both hands to spread or style product. The role involves multiple types of packing and weighing, pulling bones from product, and inspecting, grading, and removing product that does not meet standards. The Production Technician participates as a member of the Team, contributing to ongoing development, communication, and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies. They foster strong cohesiveness and accept responsibility to identify and resolve issues. The role requires familiarity with Simmons' established operating systems (e.g., quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN) and understanding the impact of individual actions on these systems. Other duties as necessary in support of business objectives may be assigned.

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.
• Must be able to perform repetitive motion.
• May include rotating through cold and hot areas of the plant.
• Requires standard waterproof gloves, sleeves, hearing protection, and slip-resistant footwear.

Nice To Haves

• Preference for poultry or food processing organization.

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, fostering strong cohesiveness and resolving issues.
• Maintains familiarity with Simmons' operating systems and understands the role in supporting them.
• Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed