Job Title: Security Officer
Location: Tyler, TXDepartment: Security
Reports To: Security Supervisor
Normal Work Schedule: Typical working hours are Monday through Friday from 06:30AM to 02:30 PM; flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays may be required.
Overview of Company John Soules Foods is a thriving family-owned food company that has made a positive difference for its customers and consumers for nearly 50 years. Our purpose and promise ofGreat Food, Made Simple®drives us. Based in Tyler, Texas, the company is a leading national producer of ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook chicken and beef products and is the number one producer of chicken and beef fajitas in the USA. We proudly serve a broad portfolio of great-tasting, high-quality products sold throughout the US via retail, food service distributors, and restaurants. Our wide array of national customers includes prominent organizations such as Walmart, Costco, Sam's Club, Sysco, and HEB. The company was established in 1975 by John Soules Sr., and the business is now in the second generation of family leadership. The organization has expanded dramatically over the past decade, and with its continued growth, it now has annual sales of approximately $1 billion. The company employs over 2,000 individuals and has three manufacturing facilities in Gainesville, Georgia; Valley, Alabama; and its headquarters in Tyler, Texas.
Job Summary The Security Officer position is responsible for providing excellent customer service while ensuring the safety and security of employees, visitors, and company property. This role serves as the first point of contact for guests, customers, and colleagues, maintaining a positive and professional environment and supporting overall security operations.
Qualifications The minimum qualifications required for this position include a High School Diploma or GED, English proficiency, reliable transportation and communication, and the ability to submit to and pass pre-employment screening, including drug screen and background check. Candidates must also demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, professionalism, and customer service. Preferred qualifications include prior security, law enforcement, or customer service experience, as well as working knowledge of security operations and procedures.
Key Responsibilities The Security Officer is responsible for monitoring, observing, and reporting activities and incidents on company premises, protecting company personnel, visitors, and property by enforcing regulations and procedures, and maintaining visitor logs, deliveries, and exports. The role requires conducting regular patrols on foot or by vehicle to ensure security and identify irregularities, controlling facility access through the admittance process, and responding to emergencies such as fire, medical incidents, bomb threats, hazardous materials, weather conditions, and other urgent situations. Security Officers must also preserve order, protect evidence or incident scenes when required, prepare daily logs and reports in a professional manner, and perform duties under all weather conditions, including hot, cold, and rainy environments.
Work Environment Security Officers work in both indoor and outdoor environments, often standing or walking for extended periods. The position requires exposure to varying weather conditions and occasional interaction with difficult situations or individuals, requiring professionalism and composure at all times.
Physical Demands Employees must be able to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time, often up to or exceeding 8 hours a day. They must also use their hands to handle, reach, or control equipment and be capable of lifting and moving up to 25 pounds regularly, with occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements include close, distance, and the ability to adjust focus as needed. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
The applicant who fills this position will be eligible for the following:
- Vacation
- Sick days
- Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
- 401k with company match
- Telemedicine
- Onsite Clinic - Tyler and Valley
- Free annual health screening
- STD and LTD
- Life insurance
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.
*Required Active Level 2 Guard Card from the state of TX held for at least 2 years prior. Experience with Trucks and Trailers is a plus Requires continuous standing, stooping, walking, in all weather. Please attach a resume if you are interested! We will review your application/resume and reach out to those we would like to move forward with.