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The Dawson Golden Peanut Complex, located in Dawson, GA, consists of 4 processing plants, peanut oil refining, peanut oil extraction, peanut oil shelling, hull and fiber processing, as well as a ...

The Dawson Golden Peanut Complex, located in Dawson, GA, consists of 4 processing plants, peanut oil refining, peanut oil extraction, peanut oil shelling, hull and fiber processing, as well as a ...

Maintain a smoke-free and peanut free environment (severe peanut allergy present as well as walnut ... Care for indoor and outdoor plants (a green thumb is a plus). Laundry & Linens * Wash, dry, fold ...

Maintain a smoke-free and peanut free environment (severe peanut allergy present as well as walnut ... Care for indoor and outdoor plants (a green thumb is a plus). Laundry & Linens * Wash, dry, fold ...

Maintain a smoke-free and peanut free environment (severe peanut allergy present as well as walnut ... Care for indoor and outdoor plants (a green thumb is a plus). Laundry & Linens * Wash, dry, fold ...

Inventory Cycle Count Associate

Allen, TX · On-site

$15 - $18.50/hr

... plants, semiconductor labs, clean rooms, etc., some of which can be hazardous). Temperature ... Milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat & soybeans. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ...

Packaging Associate

Allen, TX · On-site

$15 - $15.50/hr

... plants, semiconductor labs, clean rooms, etc., some of which can be hazardous). Temperature ... Milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat & soybeans. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ...

Sr Scientist

North Branch, MN · On-site

$89K - $132K/yr

... peanut butter, as well as Rachael Ray ® Nutrish™, Kibbles 'n Bits™ and 9Lives™ dog and cat ... Location Description Northfield, Minn. is home to two Post Consumer Brands manufacturing plants ...

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How much do planters peanuts jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for planters peanuts in the United States is $22.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Planters Peanuts position, and why are they important?

To excel in a role at Planters Peanuts, you typically need experience in food production, quality assurance, and equipment operation, often supported by a background in food processing or manufacturing. Familiarity with food safety standards, such as HACCP, and experience using industrial processing machinery are important. Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and communication skills make employees stand out in this environment. These competencies ensure safe, efficient operations and help maintain the high product standards expected in the food industry.

What does a typical workday look like for someone in a production role at Planters Peanuts?

A typical workday in a production role at Planters Peanuts involves operating machinery to roast, season, and package peanuts, as well as monitoring equipment to ensure consistent quality and safety. Team members often rotate between different stations, perform quality checks, document production data, and assist with routine maintenance. The work environment is fast-paced and collaborative, requiring clear communication with supervisors and colleagues to resolve any technical or quality issues quickly. This role provides valuable insight into large-scale food manufacturing and offers opportunities for cross-training and advancement within the company.

What is a Planters Peanuts job?

A Planters Peanuts job typically involves working in manufacturing, packaging, sales, or distribution for the iconic peanut brand. Employees may work in production facilities ensuring quality control, operating machinery, or packaging products. Other roles include sales and marketing positions focused on promoting Planters products to retailers and consumers. Job responsibilities vary depending on the position, but all contribute to delivering high-quality snacks to customers.

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Electrician(M3)-Planters, Fort Smith, AR

Electrician(M3)-Planters, Fort Smith, AR

Hormel Foods

Fort Smith, AR • On-site

$34.30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Posted 26 days ago


Hormel Foods rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 92 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

178th of 380 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

Job Description
  • Medical Plan- Traditional or HSA Account
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Short Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance; Can buy additional
  • Paid Parental Leave after 12 months
  • Additional perks: Pet Insurance, (EAP) Employee Assistance Program, Identity Theft Protection, etc.
  • (HSA) Health Savings Account.
  • Starting Pay: $34.30
  • Pay for Performance Incentive Plan Bonus
  • Shift Differential $1.00 B/D shift

Work Schedule: 12 Hour Shifts: All shifts work alternating Sundays
Mon, Tues, Wed-every other Sunday (B shift) OR Thurs, Fri, Sat -every other Sunday 5:30PM to 6:00 AM (D shift)
Welcome to Fort Smith Community!
https://www.fortsmithchamber.org/ http://www.fortsmithar.gov/
Fort Smith is the second largest city in Arkansas with a population of over 87,000. Daily commuters increase the working population to over 250,000 during the workday from surrounding counties: Arkansas counties of Crawford, Franklin, and Sebastian, and the Oklahoma counties of Le Flore and Sequoyah. Fort Smith has several historical sites and is the site for the National Marshalls Museum. There are festivals, music events, and Arkansas/Oklahoma State Fair, and many more....
Fort Smith Plant
  • Planters Peanuts started being produced in Fort Smith in 1975 and has enjoyed a record of growth and improvement. Over 100 SKUs are produced at Fort Smith in peanut and tree nut blends from small convenience store packaging to large club store containers.
  • Planters-Fort Smith has approximately 300 Employees Non-Union, Full Time Employees, as well as Third Party Warehouse and Production employees and contractors.
  • 4 Shifts for 24/7 Operation: 12 Hour Shifts (A/B/C/D) Mon-Wed or Thurs-Sat crews alternate Sundays 36/48 pattern.

Explore our Website! https://www.planters.com/
Job Overview:
Employee will be self-motivated, and under the direction of Maintenance Manager to safely operate and maintain (mechanically and electrically) equipment in all departments to produce quality product right the first time. The employee should be the initiator of activities to ensure our customers are getting high quality products in an efficient manner and should facilitate use of the team approach to seek Continuous Improvement and implement ideas. This position requires the individual to be familiar with all equipment to the point that they can adjust, and repair as needed.
Responsibilities & Duties:
  • Ensure safe work environment for self and others by complying with all safety rules, requirements, and programs, as well as making suggestions to improve safety of the facility and personnel.
  • Support plant Quality, high performance culture and continuous improvement programs through active participation in QRMP, Quality Management Systems and plant productivity programs
  • Support General Plant Electrical, Maintenance, and Preventative Maintenance needs.
  • Troubleshoot electrical equipment, maintain, and improve electrical control systems, and complete work orders.
  • Communicate and coordinate with Maintenance/Production Leadership, any corrective electrical/mechanical maintenance required on assigned equipment to ensure optimum line efficiency and product quality.
  • Utilizing Production Maintenance Windows; perform preventive maintenance inspections on all focus line equipment as assigned by the E Team Coordinator along with Production Coordinators to prevent and/or correct mechanical and electrical breakdowns.
  • Develop and implement improvements using the Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) process to prevent reoccurring equipment failures.
  • Cross train on all lines in the Packaging department along with Processing and Facility equipment.
  • Lead in establishing predictive electrical maintenance initiatives for focused lines in the department.
  • Lead in enhancement of existing equipment to improve line effectiveness.
  • Lead efforts to develop / enhance PM's & troubleshooting guides as assigned by Manager/Coordinator for focused department.
  • Utilize the Maintenance system to document activities and to enter time daily. Ensures documentation is accurately completed using Quality Management System guidelines.
  • Develop and maintain a good working relationship with Engineering & Maintenance, Supervisors, and Line Operators on all shifts.
  • Recommend and implement continuous improvement on equipment and system design through use of the team concept. Support project planning and execution.
  • Communicate with other shifts to ensure coordination of all maintenance efforts on assigned equipment and effectively operate as part of a team.
  • Conduct training for other associates in area of responsibility.
  • Manage spare parts and standby equipment for assigned equipment.
  • Conform to Planters' policies and procedures including, but not limited to: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), Lock Out/Tag Out, HACCP check points, Quality Standards, Fall Protection, Hot Work, OSHA Regulations, and all others
  • Work with vendors via phone and onsite as necessary.
  • Perform area housekeeping duties as necessary.
  • Management reserves the right, as it deems necessary to assign jobs on a temporary basis in any manner that supports efficient plant operations.

Qualifications:
  • Minimum of two years industrial electronics training and two years industrial controls experience or four years of industrial controls experience.
  • Person must be able to perform and train self/others on basic electrical and mechanical skills, mechanical repairs and overhauls, maintenance systems, computer skills, new technologies in preventive/predictive maintenance, problem solving/troubleshooting, etc. where skills are not at the required level.
  • Person must be able to program and troubleshoot Allen Bradley PLC's, Panelviews, Servos and related control networks.
  • Person must be able to maintain needed software on laptops used for troubleshooting.
  • Demonstrate successful application of problem-solving techniques, effective communication and planning.
  • Must obtain Powered Industrial Truck licensed and follow all safety rules and procedures
  • Able to walk, stand, and sit for the duration of shift
  • Performs bending, squatting, kneeling, sorting, and reaching to both ground level and overhead
  • Wear all Required Personal Protective Equipment, PPE, to perform job tasks
  • Ascend/Descend stairs and ladders throughout shift
  • Lift up to up to 50 pounds independently, and heavier weights with assistance
  • Able to give and understand instructions and hold conversations in manufacturing environment, as well as an office or classroom setting
  • Communicate with co-workers face to face, radio, email, and phone.
  • Must possess manual dexterity necessary to operate equipment, disassemble and reassemble equipment, operate a computer and other standard office equipment
  • Vision adequate to manipulate equipment controls, complete paperwork, utilize computers, and have depth perception.
  • Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older (all plant positions)

Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

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