Bulk Operator EM (Can Line 3): Sun-Tues 6:30pm-6:30am, Wed 6:30pm-12:30am

Simmons Foods•Emporia, KS

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for preparing batches of gravy ingredients and/or super-micros for the kitchen according to approved formulas for the production run. The operator will ensure ingredients are staged, totes are cleaned, and production data is accurately recorded. This role also involves inspecting ingredient bags, performing batching and weighing, maintaining a 15-batch lead over the production schedule, and conducting general cleaning of the work area. The operator will participate as a member of the team, adhering to Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives, and performing other duties as necessary to support business objectives.

Requirements

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Machine Operation preferred.
Manufacturing or warehouse experience.
Experienced 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.

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 for each ingredient, batching date code on ingredient tags, and plan number for which gravy is intended.
Inspect each ingredient bag as it is being dumped, checking for condition, foreign material, grain 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 area including maintenance of gravy room, filtration system and dry ingredient area in a clean and orderly fashion.
Cover unused ingredients to prevent contamination and tape opened bags shut, dating and initialing each one.
Participate as a member of the Team, fostering strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues.
Accept 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.
Actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.
Maintain familiarity with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies) and this position’s role in support of these systems.
Communicate concerns and improvement ideas regarding operating systems.
Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.