Bulk Operator EM: (Can Line 1) Sun-Tues 5am-5pm Wed 5am-11am

Responsibilities

• Read and accurately interpret batching sheets and other production documents to determine the order and quantity of ingredients.
• Stage ingredients to be batched, including “super-micros” pre-weighed by Quality Assurance personnel.
• Clean totes to contain the batches.
• Record production-related data, including:
  • Lot numbers and supplier for each ingredient on batch sheets.
  • Batching date code on ingredient tags.
  • Plan number for which gravy is intended.
• Inspect each ingredient bag for condition, foreign material, grain lumps, off color, off odor, infestation, or expired materials.
• Perform batching by weighing each ingredient per the card into a tote, labeling the tote, and staging it to stay 15 batches ahead of the production schedule.
• Maintain cleanliness of the gravy room, filtration system, and dry ingredient area.
• Vacuum or wipe clean all totes prior to batching gravies.
• Cover unused ingredients to prevent contamination, tape opened bags shut, and date/initial each one.
• Participate in team meetings, support team policies, and foster cohesiveness on major issues.
• Identify and address areas lacking cohesiveness, working with the team leader to resolve issues.
• Adhere to Simmons’ operating systems (e.g., quality, security, company policies) and communicate concerns or improvement ideas.
• Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Experience within a manufacturing or process environment with knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Machine operation experience preferred.
• Manufacturing or warehouse industry experience.
• Welcomes veterans and values military experience.

Physical Activities

• Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk.
• Must be able to physically move bags of ingredients and totes weighing 40–60 pounds.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Steel-toed shoes.
• Ear plugs.
• Hair net.
• Safety glasses.