Summary Sorts peanuts by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Segregates peanuts on the conveyor belt according to grade. Discards cull (inferior or defective) items and foreign matter. Record the number of defective peanuts, foreign material rocks, sticks, and wire. Inspects the flow of peanuts for foreign material and non-edible peanuts. Follows FOOD safety responsibilities while supporting all BRC and HACCP guidelines. Assist with sanitation and production as needed. Follows all Good Manufacturing Practices. At times may work as a bagging of forklift operator. Assists with any other duties as assigned by Production Supervisor. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Problem Solving
- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Works well in group problem solving situations. Ethics
- Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Organizational Support
- Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time. Judgement
- Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Motivation
- Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Teamwork
- Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Safety and Security
- Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Attendance/Punctuality
- Is consistently at work and on time. Personal Appearance
- Dresses appropriately for the position and is well groomed. Dependability
- Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Innovation
- Generates suggestions for improving work.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Less than high school education; or up to one-month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Mathematical Skills Basic math skills needed ability to add subtract multiply and divide. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This position is located in a peanut processing facility where constant exposure to peanut dust and particles is unavoidable. Due to the nature of the work environment, we may be unable to provide a reasonable accommodation for individuals with severe peanut allergies. Additionally, this role requires working at elevated heights, including climbing ladders and platforms up to 60 feet. Individuals with a significant fear of heights or related conditions may find this aspect of the job challenging. We are committed to engaging in the interactive process to assess each request for accommodation on a case-by-case basis, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This position description is not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of tasks, competencies, prerequisites, or goals. Other tasks or goals may be assigned
- either on a temporary or permanent basis
- as deemed necessary by company officials.
Position descriptions, or the employee's job, may be modified or changed by the company at any time. This position description should not be considered to be a contract of employment. In addition to the duties listed above, the position holder must carry out tasks assigned by their supervisor that are essentially related to their duties. Picker Premium Peanut South Carolina LLC 203 Knowles Street, Santee, SC 29142 From $15 an hour From $15 an hour Summary Sorts peanuts by performing the following duties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Segregates peanuts on the conveyor belt according to grade. Discards cull (inferior or defective) items and foreign matter. Record the number of defective peanuts, foreign material rocks, sticks, and wire. Inspects the flow of peanuts for foreign material and non-edible peanuts. Follows FOOD safety responsibilities while supporting all BRC and HACCP guidelines. Assist with sanitation and production as needed. Follows all Good Manufacturing Practices. At times may work as a bagging of forklift operator. Assists with any other duties as assigned by Production Supervisor. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Problem Solving
- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Works well in group problem solving situations. Ethics
- Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Organizational Support
- Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time. Judgement
- Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Motivation
- Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Teamwork
- Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Safety and Security
- Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Attendance/Punctuality
- Is consistently at work and on time. Personal Appearance
- Dresses appropriately for the position and is well groomed. Dependability
- Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Innovation
- Generates suggestions for improving work.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience Less than high school education; or up to one-month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Mathematical Skills Basic math skills needed ability to add subtract multiply and divide. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This position is located in a peanut processing facility where constant exposure to peanut dust and particles is unavoidable. Due to the nature of the work environment, we may be unable to provide a reasonable accommodation for individuals with severe peanut allergies. Additionally, this role requires working at elevated heights, including climbing ladders and platforms up to 60 feet. Individuals with a significant fear of heights or related conditions may find this aspect of the job challenging. We are committed to engaging in the interactive process to assess each request for accommodation on a case-by-case basis, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This position description is not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of tasks, competencies, prerequisites, or goals. Other tasks or goals may be assigned
- either on a temporary or permanent basis
- as deemed necessary by company officials.
Position descriptions, or the employee's job, may be modified or changed by the company at any time. This position description should not be considered to be a contract of employment. In addition to the duties listed above, the position holder must carry out tasks assigned by their supervisor that are essentially related to their duties.
