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John Soules Foods

Packer/Grader 2nd Shift

John Soules Foods, Valley, Alabama, us, 36872

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Job Title: Packer/Grader 2nd – Location: Valley, AL

Department: Line 3 RTE – Reports To: Line 3 RTE Supervisor

Work Schedule: 4:40 pm – 1:00 am (45‑minute lunch break)

Overview of Company John Soules Foods is a thriving family‑owned food company with nearly 50 years of experience, producing a wide range of high‑quality ready‑to‑eat and ready‑to‑cook chicken and beef products. The company operates three manufacturing facilities in Gainesville, Georgia; Valley, Alabama; and its headquarters in Tyler, Texas, and serves prominent national customers such as Walmart, Costco, Sam’s Club, Sysco, and HEB.

Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and detail‑oriented Pack Out / Line Worker to join our team. The role involves inspecting, grading, and removing chicken pieces that do not meet quality standards after cooking, verifying that packaging is properly sealed, and assisting with forming boxes for finished products. Employees typically rotate between similar positions on the pack‑out line.

Key Responsibilities

Inspect, grade, and remove chicken pieces that do not meet quality standards after being cooked.

Verify that packaging is properly sealed and assist with forming boxes for finished products, ensuring only approved items move forward.

Rotate between similar positions on the pack‑out line as needed.

Qualifications

Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.

Good communication skills.

Availability to work overtime as needed, including weekends.

Prior experience in a food processing, production, or packing environment (preferred).

Familiar with Safety and Food Safety protocols.

Work Environment The pack‑out/line worker job is fast‑paced and requires flexibility and the ability to manage multiple tasks daily. Employees work in a cold environment (40°F – 45°F), with moderate noise levels, always wearing PPE while handling product or materials, and follow the company’s Safety and Food Safety policies.

Physical Demands Stand for 8+ hours/day, walk, use stairs, employ hands for tasks, reach with arms, and communicate verbally. Lift or move objects up to 45 lb. Repetitive physical tasks, including bending and lifting for long periods, are required. Good color vision and depth perception are essential.

Benefits

Vacation

Sick days

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Telemedicine

Onsite Clinic – Tyler and Valley

Free annual health screening

STD and LTD

Life insurance

Equal Employment Opportunity John Soules Foods is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. Applicants with disabilities needing accommodation during the application process can contact Human Resources at the relevant location. John Soules Foods will not discriminate against applicants who discuss their compensation. We also participate in the E‑Verify program where required by law.

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