Palletizer Operator VB

Simmons Foods•Van Buren, AR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Palletizer Operator is responsible for producing pallets of product that are properly stacked, stretch-wrapped, and ready for storage in the warehouse. This role ensures the palletizing machinery operates efficiently, troubleshoots malfunctions, and maintains high-quality standards for stacked products. The operator also coordinates material handling, communicates with other team members, and assists with labeling processes. A key aspect of this position is participating as a proactive member of the team, contributing to continuous improvement and adhering to Simmons Operating Systems principles.

Requirements

Experience running large machines.
Fast-paced production experience preferred.
Background in manufacturing.
Experienced within a manufacturing/process environment with knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.
Regularly required to stand, walk and lift up to 55lbs.
Must wear Steel toed shoes, Ear Plugs, Hair Net.

Nice To Haves

Experience running large machines
Fast paced production experience
Background in manufacturing
Experienced within a manufacturing/process environment with knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices

Responsibilities

Ensures the palletizing machine is running at all times.
Troubleshoots all palletizer machine malfunctions/abnormalities in a timely manner to maintain over-all line efficiency, including troubleshooting the machine, shuttle cars, wrappers, and photo eyes.
Informs maintenance of any repairs needed on any of the equipment.
Selects appropriate palletizing pattern.
Verifies code date at each changeover.
Notifies forklift driver of change over.
Ensures pallets are of acceptable quality and comply with QA standard guidelines.
Checks pallet pattern for each product and verifies that the palletizer is set up for the correct bag size and pattern.
Optimizes stack patterns to uphold the best quality for the customer by minimizing over-hang, eliminating product gaps, and presenting a tightly stacked symmetrical pallet.
Coordinates material handling and maintains open communication with the forklift driver to ensure lines do not run out of materials.
Communicates with Parsons/Thiele operators to plan ahead for upcoming changeovers.
Changes materials out as needed when changing products and ensures correct materials (pallets, slip sheets, film) are utilized per product.
Assists the manifestor in the LP process and covers the manifest station during breaks.
Verifies accuracy of LPs applied to pallets, ensuring G-Code and quantity are correct.
Participates in ongoing development, communication, and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies.
Fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues and accepts responsibility to quickly identify areas lacking cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader.
Maintains familiarity with Simmons' established operating systems (quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN) and understands the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.
Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.