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

Essential Position Responsibilities

• Read and accurately interpret batching sheets and other production documents to determine the order and quantity of ingredients.
• Add super-micros as referenced on the batching sheets, which are pre-weighed by Quality Assurance personnel.
• Stage ingredients to be batched and clean totes to contain the batches.
• Record production-related data including lot numbers, supplier, batching date code, and plan # for each ingredient on batch sheets.
• 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 totes, labeling totes and staging totes.
• Ensure the operator stays 15 batches ahead according to the production schedule.
• Conduct general cleaning of the area including the gravy room, filtration system, and dry ingredient area in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Cover unused ingredients to prevent contamination and tape opened bags shut, dating and initialing each one.
• Participate as a member of the Team, participating in ongoing development, communication, and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies; coordinating work to ensure B.E.S.T practices with all team members.
• Attend appropriate team meetings and foster strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues such as direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc.
• Identify and address areas lacking cohesiveness, bring them to the attention of the team leader, and work with the team to resolve issues.
• Accept responsibility to quickly identify and address any areas lacking cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues.
• Actively look for ways and reinforce actions needed to achieve synergy within the larger organization.
• Be familiar with Simmons' established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies) and understand 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.
• Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

Physical Activities

• Sit, stand, and walk regularly.
• Physically move bags of ingredients and totes weighing from 40 - 60 pounds.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Steel toed shoes
• Ear Plugs
• Hair Net
• Safety glasses

Simmons Operating Systems Principles and Objectives

• Familiar with Simmons' established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies).
• Understand 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.

Technical Experience

• Machine Operation preferred.

Industry Experience

• Manufacturing or warehouse experience.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.

Qualifications

• Able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Benefits

• For immediate consideration of hourly production positions located in the area of Emporia, KS please apply in person Monday through Friday, between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm at: Simmons Foods Hiring Center 1300 East Logan Ave Emporia, KS 66801.
• You may still apply for positions online; however please note that positions may be filled at our Hiring Center before our online applications are reviewed.