Depalletizer Operator EM: (Can Line 1) - Nights

Simmonspetfood; Emporia (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Pet Food in Emporia, KS is seeking a Depalletizer Operator to support daily production. You will operate the depalletizer, ensure cans feed correctly, and record pallets and any damages. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork within a GMP environment.

English reading, writing and speaking are required. A forklift license may be needed. Travel is not required. Simmons is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities for growth and training.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Experience in a manufacturing/process environment preferred.
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Operate Depalletizer feeding one layer per sweep onto flat top conveyor.
• Visually inspect cans and remove damaged items.
• Record pallets used and damages.
• Keep supplier pallet tags and maintain clean work area.
• Perform end-of-week sanitation.
• Support team with production priorities and improvements.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision quality

English proficiency

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

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• Posted on September 29, 2026

Locations

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Emporia, KS 66801, USA

• Production
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: DEPAL049096

Description

Safety operates Depalletizer feeding damage free cans of proper size to filler.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate Depalletizer feeding one layer per sweep onto flat top conveyor.
• Visually inspecting can remove any damaged or supplier defects.
• Be sure all cans are upright positional.
• Record each pallet of cans used.
• Record any damage per pallet used.
• Keep each supplier pallet tag.
• Clear line during can size changes or at end of production schedules.
• Clean machine and work area during downtime.
• Perform end of week sanitation.

Participates as a member of the team. Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members.Attends appropriate team meetings.As a member of the team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc.Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforces actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization.

Simmons operating systems principles and objectives:Is familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the depalletizer operator and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position.

Physical Activities: Ability to lift 30 lbs. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hair net, ear plugs.

Travel: No travel.

Technical Experience: Might be required to obtain and maintain a company issued forklift license.

Industry Experience:Background in manufacturing. Experienced within a manufacturing/process environment with knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Competencies: Communication skills & decision quality - Must have the ability to make good decisions and communicate effectively with others and leadership team. Enjoys working with others and sees that teamwork produces a more productive environment. A highly responsive ability to react to daily production priorities in a calm and focused manner.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer
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