Day Shift Utility Operator — Keep the Plant Running

Simmons Pet Food; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Pet Food is seeking a Production Utility Crew member to fill in during breaks and absences, ensuring continuous, high-quality plant operations. You will fully operate equipment in your area and record downtime, can loss, temperatures, and other reports.

You will maintain sanitation standards, perform weekly sanitation, and collaborate with the TEAM to implement BEST practices. The role requires adherence to company operating systems and safety PPE.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent and basic math skills.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Fill in for employees during breaks and any absences while maintaining quality.
• Operate all necessary equipment in assigned area.
• Record downtime, can loss, lot numbers, temperatures, and other reports.
• Ensure all areas are cleaned to standard.
• Perform weekly sanitation.
• Participate as a member of the Team and support cohesiveness.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Reading & Writing EN

Basic math

Lifting 75 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift license (may be required)

Job description

Simmons Pet Food is seeking a Production Utility Crew member to fill in during breaks and absences, ensuring continuous, high-quality plant operations. You will fully operate equipment in your area and record downtime, can loss, temperatures, and other reports.

You will maintain sanitation standards, perform weekly sanitation, and collaborate with the TEAM to implement BEST practices. The role requires adherence to company operating systems and safety PPE.