Utility Production EM Flex Plant - Cup Production Sun - Thurs 10pm to 6am

About the Role

To support 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 cohesiveness regarding major issues (e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes).
• Identifies areas lacking cohesiveness, brings them to the team leader’s attention, and works to resolve issues.
• Supports Simmons Operating Systems principles and objectives, including familiarity with quality, security, and company policies.
• Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a company-issued forklift license.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
• Background in manufacturing.
• Ability to stand, walk, and climb stairs regularly.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Skills

• Strong communication skills and decision quality.
• Ability to react to daily production priorities in a calm and focused manner.

Physical Activities & PPE

• Regularly required to stand and walk.
• Must wear safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, ear plugs, and a hair net.

We value military experience and welcome veterans to join our team.