Process Control Marination Line 5 (NS) at Simmons Prepared Foods, Inc. in Van Buren, Arkansas

Job Description:

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION To perform inspection procedures on all assigned lines in the department according to the established standard for each area. ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Marks and tags defects in the product according to established guidelines. Collects data from Production and completes necessary paperwork. Supports compliance with product specifications and notifies Production of potential defects or issues. . Performs a series of process inspections on a wide range of products. Performs process checks on all lines in production. Checks for standardized sanitation procedures. Checks bag weight and defects. Calibrate measuring equipment as required. Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure B.E.S.T 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, etc. 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 and actively look for ways, and reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization. Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons' established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position's role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas. Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the Process Control and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describes all the work that may be required of the person in this position. Physical Activities: Standing on feet entire shift; lifting up to 50 lbs. of product anywhere from floor to waist level when doing weight checks; the working environment is wet, cold and at times walking surfaces are slippery; Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Std waterproof gloves, sleeves, hearing protection, slip-resistant footwear Travel: N/A Technical Experience: N/A Industry Experience: 6 months to one yr. of prior production experience. Minimum Education: Be able to read, write and communicate in English. Perform basic math calculations. Preferred Education: High school diploma or equivalent.