Palletizer Operator EM: Thurs 12:30am-6:30am Thurs-Sat 6:30pm-6:30am

About the Role

Operate and maintain the palletizing machine to ensure product is properly stacked, stretch-wrapped, and ready for warehouse storage.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the palletizing machine runs continuously and troubleshoot malfunctions or abnormalities in a timely manner, including issues with the machine, shuttle cars, wrappers, and photo eyes.
• Notify maintenance of any required equipment repairs.
• Select and optimize palletizing patterns to minimize overhang, eliminate product gaps, and present tightly stacked, symmetrical pallets for quality assurance.
• Verify code dates during each changeover and notify the forklift driver of changes.
• Inspect pallets for acceptable quality and compliance with QA standard guidelines.
• Verify the palletizer is set up for the correct bag size and pattern.
• Coordinate material handling and maintain open communication with forklift drivers to prevent material shortages.
• Communicate with Parsons/Thiele operators to plan for upcoming changeovers and change materials as needed.
• Ensure correct materials (pallets, slip sheets, film) are used per product.
• Assist the manifestor in the labeling process (LP), verify accuracy of labels applied to pallets, and ensure G-Code and quantity are correct.
• Participate in team meetings, support team policies, and foster cohesiveness on major issues.
• Identify and address areas lacking team cohesion, working collaboratively to resolve issues.
• Adhere to Simmons’ operating systems (e.g., quality, security, LEAN) and communicate concerns or improvement ideas.
• Perform additional duties as necessary to support business objectives.

Requirements

• Experience running large machines and fast-paced production environments preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Background in manufacturing with knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Military experience valued.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, and lift up to 55 lbs (approximately 15% of the time).
• Exposure to hot and cold climates.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required: steel-toed shoes, ear plugs, hair net.