Palletizer Operator EM; Wed Th-Sa

Overview

Produce pallets of product properly stacked, stretch wrapped, and ready to be stored in the warehouse.

• Ensure the palletizing machine is running at all times and troubleshoot malfunctions/abnormalities in a timely manner to maintain overall line efficiency. This includes the machine, shuttle cars, wrappers, and photo eyes. Inform maintenance of any repairs needed on any equipment.
• Select the appropriate palletizing pattern and verify code date at each changeover. Notify the forklift driver of changeovers. Ensure pallets are of acceptable quality and comply with QA standard guidelines; ensure all finished pallets are of acceptable quality. Check pallet pattern for each product and verify that the palletizer is set up for the correct bag size and pattern.
• Optimize stack patterns to uphold the BEST quality for the customer by minimizing overhang, eliminating product gaps, and presenting a tightly stacked, symmetrical pallet.
• Coordinate material handling. Maintain open communication with the forklift driver to ensure lines do not run out of materials. Communicate with the Parsons/Thiele operators to plan ahead for upcoming changeovers. Change materials as needed when changing products. Ensure the correct materials are utilized per product (e.g., correct pallets, slip sheets, and film).
• Assist the manifestor in the LP process by covering the manifest station during breaks. Verify accuracy of LPs applied to pallets and ensure G-Code and quantity are correct.
• Participate as a team member in ongoing development, communication, and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies; coordinate work to ensure BEST practices with all team members. Attend appropriate team meetings and foster cohesiveness; identify areas that lack cohesiveness and work with the team leader to resolve issues and reinforce actions to achieve synergy.

Familiar with Simmons’ operating systems and objectives (e.g., quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN). Understand responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and the position’s role in supporting them, including considering the impact of individual actions on the systems and communicating concerns and improvement ideas.

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives. This description is intended to guide activities of the Palletizer Operator and is not intended to limit thinking or restrict the work required in this position.

Physical

Activities:

While performing duties, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and lift up to 55 lbs. Lifting up to 55 lbs is expected about 15% of the time. The employee will be subject to hot and cold climates. PPE:
Steel-toed shoes, ear plugs, hair net. Travel:
None.

Technical

Experience:

Experience running large machines; fast-paced production experience preferred. Industry

Experience:

Background in manufacturing, with knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices in a manufacturing/process environment.

Minimum Education:

Basic math skills, reading, writing, computer knowledge, and good communication skills in English.

We value military experience and welcome veterans to join our team.

For immediate consideration of hourly production positions located in the area of Emporia, KS please apply in person Monday through Friday, between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm at:
Simmons Foods Hiring Center, 1300 East Logan Ave, Emporia, KS 66801. In-person applications at our Hiring Center receive priority consideration. You may still apply for positions online; however, positions may be filled at our Hiring Center before online applications are reviewed.

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