Grinder Operator C4 SW- D Team

Work at Simmons•Southwest City, MO

About The Position

The Grinder Operator operates the grinder/extruder, makes adjustments as needed, and records batch data as material enters extrusion for reporting to Quality Assurance. The role mixes ingredients at the correct temperature and supplies and loads materials needed for pet food mixtures. The operator uses a touchscreen computer to change screens and hammer rotation. As a team member, the operator contributes to team development, communication, and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies; coordinates work to support B.E.S.T. practices; attends team meetings; and helps maintain team cohesiveness. The operator identifies and raises issues to the team leader and works with the team to resolve them. The role also requires familiarity with Simmons operating systems, including quality, security, office environment, and company policies, and communicating concerns and improvement ideas. Other duties may be assigned in support of business objectives.

Requirements

Basic understanding of computer usage.
Ability to work in temperature extremes below 40°F and above 100°F, remain on feet for an entire shift, and lift, move, push, or pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to climb stairs or ladders to heights of 150 feet, work indoors or outdoors, and bend or stoop in tight enclosed areas when required.
Ability to see and use electronic screens.
Use required personal protective equipment, including head covering, ear plugs as needed, safety glasses, and skid-resistant steel-toe shoes.

Nice To Haves

Forklift license preferred; the operator will need to obtain a license once in the position.
Heavy machinery experience preferred.
Experience in pet food production preferred.
Military experience is valued; veterans are welcome.

Responsibilities

Operate the grinder/extruder and ensure proper machine operation.
Make machine adjustments as needed.
Accurately record batch data as material enters extrusion and report the data to Quality Assurance.
Mix ingredients at the correct temperature and supply and load materials for pet food mixtures.
Use a touchscreen computer to change screens and hammer rotation.
Participate in team development, communication, and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies.
Coordinate work with team members to support B.E.S.T. practices and attend appropriate team meetings.
Identify team-cohesion issues, bring them to the team leader, and work supportively with the team to resolve them.
Maintain familiarity with Simmons operating systems and communicate concerns and improvement ideas.
Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.