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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for meat operator in Barling, AR is $18.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.82 and $20.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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PC Machine Operator (Genevieve) - 2nd Shift

Van Buren, AR • On-site

Pepper Source
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$18.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Pepper Source rating

4.2

Company rating: 4.2 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Job Title: Machine Operator
Reports To: Department Supervisor
FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt
2nd Shift
Hours: 2:45pm-11:15pm
Overtime required based on production need.
$18.50/hour
Tends machine that performs one or more packaging functions such as filling, marking, and/or labeling by performing the following duties:
Other duties may be assigned.
  • Starts machine and observes operation to ensure machine is operating properly.
  • Stops machine and reports malfunction to supervisor.
  • Makes minor adjustments or repairs such as opening valves, changing cutting dies, setting guides, clearing away damaged product containers, and setting machine zeros.
  • Inspects filled packs to ensure that product is packaged according to specifications.
  • Demonstrates good time management in choosing the best time to send your line to break when the lead is unavailable.
  • Feeds product to conveyors.
  • Mounts supplies such as film on spindles.

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
  • Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Able to read and interpret written information.
  • Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification.
  • Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
  • Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
  • Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
  • Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Attendance/Punctuality - Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
  • Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
  • Initiative - Asks for and offers help when needed.

Pepper Source and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers offering the following benefits:
FULL BENEFITS (HEALTH, VISION, DENTAL, LIFE)
401(k)/PROFIT SHARING
PAID VACATION/PTO/HOLIDAYS
WEEKLY PAY PERIOD/DIRECT DEPOSIT PAYROLL
REFERRAL BONUSES & ATTENDANCE AWARDS
CONSISTENT GROWTH/RAISE OPPORTUNITES
About Us
Pepper Source is a family-owned company that provides custom sauces, seasonings, and dry coating systems to all of the major poultry companies in the United States as well as the frozen food, meat, and food service industries. We develop and manufacture custom flavor profiles that meet our customers' specific needs. Our process takes innovation and extensive knowledge of the food industry.
Requirements
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
High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Must have mechanical experience and/or a good understanding of mechanical functions.
Language Skills
Must be able to speak, read and write in English. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions and procedure manuals.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic knowledge of computers and the ability to input data into a computer and touch screen.
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 physically perform the following:
  • Lift up to 50 pounds as needed during the shift
  • Stand and/or walk for the duration of the shift
  • Use hands to finger, grip, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms
  • Talk and hear
  • Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
  • 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 regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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