About The Position

Prepare batches of gravy ingredients, and/or super-micros for the kitchen per the approved formulas for the production run. This role involves reading and interpreting batching sheets, staging ingredients, cleaning totes, and accurately recording production data. The operator must ensure ingredients are inspected for quality and foreign materials, and perform batching and weighing according to specifications. Maintaining a clean work environment and adhering to Simmons Operating Systems principles are also key responsibilities. This position is part of a team that fosters cohesiveness and supports business objectives.

Requirements

  • Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
  • Experience within a manufacturing/process environment with knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.
  • Regularly required to sit, stand and walk.
  • Operator will need to physically move bags of ingredients and totes weighing from 40 - 60 pounds.
  • Steel toed shoes, Ear Plugs, Hair Net, Safety glasses.

Nice To Haves

  • Machine Operation preferred.
  • Manufacturing or warehouse industry experience.
  • Military experience is valued.

Responsibilities

  • Read and accurately interpret batching sheets and other production documents to determine the order and quantity of ingredients.
  • Stage ingredients to be batched and clean totes to contain the batches.
  • Accurately record production-related data, including lot numbers, supplier information, batching date code, and plan number.
  • Inspect each ingredient bag for condition, foreign material, lumps, off color, off odor, infestation, or expired materials.
  • Perform batching, weighing each ingredient per the card into tote, labeling tote and staging tote.
  • Ensure the operator stays 15 batches ahead according to the production schedule.
  • Conduct general cleaning of the area, including maintenance of the gravy room, filtration system, and dry ingredient area.
  • Vacuum or wipe clean all totes prior to batching gravies.
  • Cover unused ingredients to prevent contamination and tape opened bags shut, dating and initialing each one.
  • Participate as a member of the Team, contributing to team concepts, programs, and policies.
  • Foster strong cohesiveness regarding major issues and actively resolve issues.
  • Maintain familiarity with Simmons’ established operating systems and communicate concerns and improvement ideas.
  • Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.
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