Utility Production: (Can Line 3 Kitchen) Wed 12:30am-6:30am Thurs-Sat 6:30pm-6:30am
Simmons Foods · Emporia, KS · 2 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
About the Role
Supports the Production or Packaging portion of the Pet Food business.
Responsibilities
- Fills in for employees during breaks and any type of absence while maintaining the continuing quality of the plant operation.
- Fully operates all necessary equipment in the assigned area.
- Records downtime, can loss, lot numbers, temperature, and other report documentation.
- Ensures all areas are cleaned to standard and performs weekly sanitation.
- Participates as a member of the team, including ongoing development, communication, and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies.
- Coordinates work to ensure B.E.S.T practices with all team members and attends appropriate team meetings.
- Fosters strong team cohesiveness regarding major issues (e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes).
- Identifies areas lacking cohesiveness and brings them to the attention of the team leader, working to resolve issues.
- Supports Simmons’ operating systems principles and objectives, including quality, security, and company policies.
- Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Basic math skills.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Background in manufacturing.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, including walking up and down stairs.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, ear plugs, and hair net.
- May be required to obtain and maintain a company-issued forklift license.
Skills
- Strong communication skills and decision quality.
- Ability to make good decisions and communicate effectively with others and the leadership team.
- Highly responsive ability to react to daily production priorities in a calm and focused manner.
We value military experience and welcome veterans to join our team.