Packaging & Utility Operator: Hands-On, Team-Driven

Simmons Pet Food; Emporia (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Pet Food is seeking a Utility Operator in a manufacturing environment. You will fill in for breaks and absences while maintaining plant quality and will operate all required equipment in your area.

You will record downtime, can losses, lot numbers, temperatures, and related documentation, and ensure cleanliness standards are met. The role requires English reading/writing/speaking skills, familiarity with safety practices, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Read, write, speak and understand English.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments is preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• May be required to obtain and maintain a forklift license.

Responsibilities

• Fills in for employees during breaks and absences while maintaining quality of plant operation.
• Fully operates all necessary equipment in the assigned area.
• Record downtime, can loss, lot #'s, record temperature, and other report documentation.
• Ensures all areas are cleaned to standard.
• Performs weekly sanitation.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision quality

English proficiency

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Simmons Pet Food is seeking a Utility Operator in a manufacturing environment. You will fill in for breaks and absences while maintaining plant quality and will operate all required equipment in your area.

You will record downtime, can losses, lot numbers, temperatures, and related documentation, and ensure cleanliness standards are met. The role requires English reading/writing/speaking skills, familiarity with safety practices, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.