Line Unloader EM: (Can Line 1 Retort) Wed 11p-5a Thurs-Sat 5p-5a

Essential Position Responsibilities

• Verifies that the machine is set up properly.
• Reviews production schedule.
• Bridges a full retort basket into the Unloader for unloading.
• Views 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.
• Identifies any hold tags and any change-overs.
• Watches for product defects such as dented or leaking products; pulls defected products out of the system at the unloader.
• Looks for products with no codes or illegible codes.
• Communicates with the Retort Operator, Tray Packers and supervisors.
• Ensures baskets cycle to the loader.
• Verifies that all suction cups are in good operating condition.
• Performs weekly sanitation.
• Completes all required paperwork.
• Participates as a member of the Team.
• Participates in 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 reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.

Simmons Operating Systems Principles and Objectives

• 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.

Technical Experience

• Experienced within a manufacturing/process environment with knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.

Industry Experience

• Background in manufacturing.

Physical Activities

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Steel toed shoes,
• Ear Plugs,
• Hair Net.

Travel

N/A