Tool Sharpener VB (Day Shift)

If you are a job seeker with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, you will find the contact information to request the appropriate accommodation by visiting the following our Accessibility Accomodation for Applicants page. Tool Sharpener VB (Day Shift) Posted on November 4, 2026 Locations Showing 1 location On-site Production Full-Time Requisition #: TOOLS049720 Description To maintain cutting utensils by keeping them stocked and sharpened. To instruct employees on care and use of the cutting utensils in a manner that complies with company safety procedures, customer and USDA requirements.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Rotates and sharpens all necessary cutting utensils. Collects, cleans, and stores all cutting utensils for department use at line startup. Maintains all sharpening equipment, including sharpening stones, buffing wheels, etc. Performs daily written inventory of all equipment. 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 Knife Sharpener 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 describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position. Physical Activities: Be able to work standing on feet and walk during the entire shift. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): (STD) waterproof gloves, sleeves, waterproof slip resistant footwear and ear plugs, kevlar, safety glasses Travel: N/A Technical Experience: Must be able to work in a fast pace environment. Industry Experience: Preference for poultry or food processing organization. Minimum Education : Basic English comprehension. Perform basic math skills. Preferred Education :High School diploma or GED.Basic computer skills or the ability to learn on a computer. Competencies: Communication skills & decision quality - Must have the ability to make good decisions and communicate effectively with others and leadership team. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Simmons Animal Nutrition, Inc