Further Product Tech VB (Day Shift)

About the position

The position involves learning, performing, and rotating between the roles of packer, scaler, styler, and grader to maintain line speeds on any given product at the designated rate. The job requires working on a moving conveyor belt, using both hands to spread or style products, performing various packing and weighing tasks, and inspecting and grading products to ensure they meet quality standards. Team participation is essential, including attending meetings and fostering cohesiveness within the team. Familiarity with Simmons' operating systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas are also part of the role. The position may require performing other duties as necessary to support business objectives.

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 member of the Team and in team meetings.
• Foster strong cohesiveness regarding major issues within the team.
• Maintain familiarity with Simmons' established operating systems.
• Communicate concerns and improvement ideas.
• Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

Requirements

• Ability to move, push or pull up to 55 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, walk, stand, and work in a cold, wet, noisy, dusty environment for the entire shift.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion and rotate through cold and hot areas of the plant.
• Effective communication skills and decision quality.

Nice-to-haves

• Preference for experience in poultry or food processing organizations.