Utility Packaging - Nights

Work at Simmons•Emporia, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Packaging employee supports the facility in various positions, performing work in the warehouse or on the grounds as assigned. Tasks may include pallet sorting and restacking, identifying products that do not meet customer specifications and reworking them, and sanitation. The employee works as part of a team, contributes to team development and communication, attends team meetings, and helps coordinate work in line with B.E.S.T. practices. They support team cohesion, raise concerns to the team leader, and work collaboratively to resolve issues and improve cooperation across the organization. The role requires familiarity with Simmons’ operating systems, including quality, security, office environment, and company policies. Employees are expected to understand how their work supports those systems, consider the impact of their actions, and communicate concerns and improvement ideas. Other duties may be assigned in support of business objectives. The scheduled shift is Thursday from 12:30 a.m. to 6:30 a.m., and Thursday through Saturday from 6:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. The work takes place in a busy, noisy, dusty environment with temperature extremes. Employees must remain on their feet for the entire shift and be able to lift up to 75 pounds. Required PPE includes safety glasses, ear plugs, and steel-toed shoes, as well as other protective equipment as needed or required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to perform basic math.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to obtain and maintain company-issued forklift certification.
Ability to work in a busy, noisy, dusty environment with temperature extremes.
Ability to stand for the entire shift.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Previous forklift experience is preferred.
Military experience is valued.

Responsibilities

Perform various warehouse or grounds jobs as assigned.
Sort and restack pallets.
Identify products that do not meet customer specifications and rework them.
Perform sanitation duties.
Participate in team development, communication, and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies.
Coordinate work with team members to ensure B.E.S.T. practices.
Attend appropriate team meetings.
Help foster team cohesion, raise issues to the team leader, and work with the team to resolve them.
Follow and support Simmons’ established operating systems and communicate concerns or improvement ideas.
Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.