Assists in general tasks to support the needs of producing and packaging products according to company and governmental standards. 

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 

This is a general laborer position. This position will perform task that may include but are not limited to the following: packing product, stacking and unstacking product to meet customers’ orders, sorting  finished goods, document damaged goods, verifying packaging code and UPC to match planned product,  general cleaning and sanitation of facility and surrounding grounds, and other task as assigned by management.  

Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in ongoing development, communication and  implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure B.E.S.T practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc.  Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization. 

Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons’ established  operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies); understands the  responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems – including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas. 

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is  intended to guide the activities of the Sorter and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position. 

Physical Activities: Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 30 lbs. Standing on feet for the entire shift. Must be able to work in extreme hot/cold, wet/dry environments. 

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Steel toed shoes, Ear Plugs, Hair Net. Safety Vest and hard hat where required. 

Travel: N/A 

Technical Experience: N/A

Preferred Industry Experience: Background in manufacturing. 

Minimum Education: N/A 

Preferred Education: N/A 

To provide support to production; inspects and verifies batch paperwork to ensure that product, ingredients and packaging meets the customer specifications.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES   

• Collects data from production runs of various products and completes all necessary paperwork.

• Verifies each batch run meets the customer specifications and guidelines.

• Checks for variances in; packaging, ingredients, weights, etc.

• Records information into computer spreadsheets and applications.  

• Supports compliance with product specifications and notifies Production of potential issues or defects.

Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure B.E.S.T practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc.  Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.

Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems – including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the Inventory Controller and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position.

Physical Activities: Office environment, frequently in seated position. 

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): N/A

Travel: N/A

Technical Experience: Intermediate software application skills. 

Industry Experience: Preference for poultry or food processing organization 

Minimum Education: Ability to read and write English. Basic math skills, intermediate computer skills. 

Preferred Education: High School or GED 

Competencies: Must demonstrate good interpersonal skills in dealing with people, must have good analytical skills. Good teamwork, must have the ability to make good decisions and communicate effectively with others and leadership team.  

We value military experience and welcome veterans to join our team.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Verifies that the machine is setup properly. Reviews production schedule.

Brings full retort basket into the Unloader for unloading.

View finished product, checking for image, odor, color, chunks. Checks to see if it looks good and if it is sticking to the can. Pulls sample product for the lab and supervisors. Identify any hold tags and any change-overs.

Watches for product defects such as dented or leaking product; pull defected product out of the system at the unloader. Looks for product with no codes or illegible codes.

Communicates with the Retort Operator, Tray Packers and supervisors. Ensures baskets cycle to the loader.

Verify that all suction cups are in good operating condition.

Perform weekly sanitation.

Physical Activities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and /or ability required. Reasonable accommodations maybe 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 walk.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Steel toed shoes, Ear Plugs, Hair Net.

Technical Experience: Experienced within a manufacturing/process environment with knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.

Industry Experience: Background in manufacturing.

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be able to read, write and understand English.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION Produce pallets of product properly stacked product, stretch wrapped, and ready to stored in the warehouse.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Ensures the palletizing machine are running at all times. Troubleshoot all palletizer machine malfunctions / abnormalities in a timely manner to maintain over-all line efficiency. This will include troubleshooting the machine, shuttle cars, wrappers and photo eyes. Inform maintenance of any repairs that are needed on any of the equipment. Select appropriate palletizing pattern. Verify code date at each changeover. Notify forklift driver of change over. Ensure pallets are of acceptable quality. Comply with QA standard guidelines. Ensure that all finished pallets are of acceptable quality. Check pallet pattern for each product. Verify that palletizer is set up for the correct bag size and pattern. Optimize stack patterns to uphold the BEST quality for the customer by minimizing over-hang, eliminating product gaps and presenting a tightly stacked symmetrical pallet. Coordinate material handling. Keep open communication with forklift driver to ensure that the lines do not run out of materials. Communicate with the Parsons/Thiele operators to plan ahead for upcoming changeovers. Change materials out as needed when changing products. Ensure that the correct materials are being utilized per product. I.E. Correct pallets, slip sheets and film. Assist the manifestor in the LP process. Cover the manifest station while this employee is on break. Verify ACCURACY of LP’s applied to pallets. Ensure G-Code and quantity are CORRECT.

Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure B.E.S.T practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc.

Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.

Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems – including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the Palletizer Operator and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position.

Physical Activities: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and lift up to 55lbs. Lifting of up to 55lbs will likely take place 15% of the time. The employee will also be subject to hot and cold climates.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Steel toed shoes, Ear Plugs, Hair Net.

Travel: None

Technical Experience: Experience running large machines, fast paced production experience preferred

Industry Experience: Background in manufacturing. Experienced within a manufacturing/process environment with knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education: N/A

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Repairs, replaces, corrects or affects equipment as needed to ensure equipment operates correctly and efficiently according to production requirements.

Consults with engineers and vendors as needed. Accomplishes layout work for each project as needed. Will be able to troubleshoot equipment.

Meets safety requirements in accomplishing responsibilities of this position complying with all policies or regulations set forth by Simmons or various government agencies concerning safety, environment, vehicle, handling of food products, packaging, ingredients and any related items.

Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in the ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members. Attends appropriate team meetings. As a member of the Team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc. Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.

Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems – including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the person in this position and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person as to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position.

Physical Activities: Enters and locates information on a computer. Visually verifies information, often in small print. Must be able to manually lift or move objects weighing 75-150 pounds. Must be able to work in extreme temperatures, on feet for entire shift. Must be able to work in cramped, enclosed, elevated, wet, dirty area with a noise level above 90 decibels.

Travel: NA

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Will use appropriate footwear, hearing protection and other protective equipment as needed or required.

Technical Experience: Must have experience or vocational training in welding, electrical or mechanical repair, and refrigeration or hydraulics.

Industry Experience: Preference for poultry or food processing organization.

Minimum Education: Must have a good command of the English language, both written and spoken.

Preferred Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.