Bulk Auditor - Nights
Simmons Pet Food · Emporia, KS · 3 wk ago
FinanceFull-time
About the role
Verify that dry ingredients are batched correctly to ensure a quality product is made for customers.
Responsibilities
- On the 1st batch of every formula, verify that all ingredients for the formula are correct.
- Verify that operators are batching the correct ingredients in the right quantities.
- Verify that batching books are being properly documented and that documentation is done by operators in a timely manner, including correct lot numbers.
- Visually audit operators when they weigh ingredients to verify weights for all ingredients used in a formula.
- Audit all operators once per shift; new trainees at increased frequencies.
- At start of shift, complete scale verification (also if a scale is moved during the shift) using the 25 lb weight and complete the Scale Verification Form.
- At end of shift, check the cut batch rack to ensure items are properly identified.
- Turn in all paperwork to the Can Production Supervisor at end of shift.
- Print pallet tags as needed.
- Audit ingredients for expiration by checking QA tags of ingredients coming into the bulk room; ensure QA tag matches pallet.
- Assist in maintaining a clean sanitary environment: monitor GMPs (no bags/totes on floor, hair/beard nets used, spills cleaned, totes inspected for missing pieces/cracks, totes cleaned before returning to racks, trash emptied timely).
- Ensure partial bags are correctly taped, dated, initialed and labeled (with QA tag) before transport back to racks.
- If foreign material is found, ensure product is not used and inform supervisor.
- Ensure micro ingredients are properly weighed and labeled prior to use.
- Ensure grey totes containing product have a green identification tag for traceability.
- Participate as a team member: attend meetings, foster cohesiveness, identify lack of cohesiveness, support resolution, look for synergy.
- Be familiar with Simmons' operating systems (quality, security, office environment, policies); maintain familiarity and communicate concerns/improvement ideas.
- Perform other duties as necessary to support business objectives.
Requirements
- Industry experience: Experienced within a manufacturing/process environment with knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Minimum education: Basic math skills, reading, writing, computer knowledge; good communication skills in English (must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English).
Qualifications
- Physical ability: Lift up to 50 lbs; stand up to 12 hours per shift; read and write English on shop floor documents.
- Personal protective equipment: hearing protection, steel‑toed shoes, dust mask available.
- Military experience valued; veterans encouraged to apply.
Schedule
Shift: Sunday‑Tuesday 5 pm‑5 am and Wednesday 5 pm‑11 pm.