Palletizer Operator VBC - L3 Pack Out (NS)

Work at Simmons • Van Buren, AR

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About The Position

The Palletizer Operator produces pallets of product that are properly stacked, stretch-wrapped, and ready for warehouse storage. The role operates and monitors palletizing equipment, addresses machine abnormalities to support line efficiency, and ensures finished pallets meet quality standards and customer requirements. The operator coordinates with forklift drivers and other production operators, manages palletizing materials, and assists with the manifesting process. The position also participates in team activities and supports the company’s operating systems and business objectives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience running large machines.
• Background in manufacturing.
• Experience in a manufacturing or process environment and knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 55 pounds; lifting may occur approximately 15% of the time.
• Wear steel-toed shoes, ear plugs, and a hair net.

Nice To Haves

• Fast-paced production experience.

Responsibilities

• Keep palletizing machines running and troubleshoot malfunctions or abnormalities involving the machine, shuttle cars, wrappers, and photo eyes; notify maintenance when repairs are needed.
• Select and verify the appropriate palletizing pattern, code date, bag size, and machine setup at product changeovers.
• Notify the forklift driver of changeovers and coordinate material handling to keep production lines supplied.
• Inspect pallets for acceptable quality and compliance with QA guidelines; optimize stack patterns to minimize overhang and product gaps and create tightly stacked, symmetrical pallets.
• Plan for upcoming changeovers with Parsons/Thiele operators and change materials as needed, ensuring the correct pallets, slip sheets, and film are used for each product.
• Assist the manifestor with the LP process and cover the manifest station during breaks; verify the accuracy of LPs applied to pallets, including G-Code and quantity.
• Participate in team development, communication, meetings, and implementation of team concepts, programs, policies, and B.E.S.T. practices.
• Support Simmons operating systems, including quality, security, office environment, company policies, and LEAN, and communicate concerns and improvement ideas.
• Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED