Utility Crew KS Second Shift

Simmons Foods•Siloam Springs, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports production lines and utility functions across multiple stations and requires flexibility, attention to detail, and strict adherence to safety and quality standards. The role includes inspecting packaged product to ensure correct date codes, product inclusion, seal integrity, and removing any non-conforming product according to quality guidelines, as well as performing rework following established procedures, safe handling practices, and ergonomic requirements to prevent contamination. Employees operate and support multiple pieces of equipment, including case makers, labelers, case tapers, checkweighers, and Flexi equipment, which involves loading materials, replacing tape and labels, monitoring HMIs, verifying seals and weights, and performing minor troubleshooting. The job also includes material handling tasks such as hand stacking cases according to approved patterns, verifying correct labeling, maintaining stack stability, and properly preparing cases to ensure smooth case flow. Documentation and compliance responsibilities include completing temperature checks, logging data in required systems, completing work orders via electronic, and following all required check-in and check-out procedures. Employees are expected to maintain clean and organized work areas, properly manage tools and materials, dispose of condemned product according to procedures, and perform additional related duties as assigned by the shift supervisor. Assists in training of new employees on basic dress requirements, safety aspects, job assignment, and sanitation procedures and policies. Participates as a member of the Team, fostering strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues. Is familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies) and understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems. Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

Requirements

Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing, and pulling.
Ability to lift and carry materials weighing between 10 and 50 pounds from floor level to shoulder or overhead height.
Ability to stand and walk for the duration of the shift.
Occasional climbing of stairs or fixed ladders.
Working in varying environmental conditions, including wet, noisy, hot, humid, or cold environments, with temperatures ranging from below 40°F to above 100°F.
Sustained attention to monitor equipment effectively.
Occasional use of low- and high-pressure washdown hoses.
Occasional shoveling of product from floor level to shoulder height.
Use of hair net, ear plugs, and any other protective equipment as needed or required.
Basic computer skills preferred.

Nice To Haves

Preference for Food Processing Industry experience.
Military experience valued.

Responsibilities

Inspect packaged product to ensure correct date codes, product inclusion, seal integrity, and remove any non-conforming product.
Perform rework following established procedures, safe handling practices, and ergonomic requirements.
Operate and support multiple pieces of equipment, including case makers, labelers, case tapers, checkweighers, and Flexi equipment.
Load materials, replace tape and labels, monitor HMIs, verify seals and weights, and perform minor troubleshooting.
Hand stack cases according to approved patterns, verify correct labeling, maintain stack stability, and properly prepare cases.
Complete temperature checks and log data in required systems.
Complete work orders via electronic and follow all required check-in and check-out procedures.
Maintain clean and organized work areas, properly manage tools and materials, and dispose of condemned product.
Assist in training of new employees on basic dress requirements, safety aspects, job assignment, and sanitation procedures and policies.
Participate as a member of the Team, fostering strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues.
Maintain familiarity with Simmons’ established operating systems and this position’s role in support of these systems.
Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.