Utility Packaging - Nights

Simmons Pet Food, Inc.; Emporia (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Simmons Pet Food, Inc. is seeking a Utility Crew member to support the warehouse and grounds in various assignments. The role includes pallet sorting/restacking, identifying nonconforming product, sanitation, and collaborating with the Team to uphold BEST practices.

Candidates must read, write and understand English, possess a High School Diploma or equivalent, lift up to 75 pounds, and be able to obtain forklift certification. A flexible shift including overnight Thursday sessions is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Must obtain and maintain forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform various jobs within the warehouse or on the grounds as assigned.
• Pallet sorting and restacking; identify product not meeting specs and rework.
• Sanitation duties and supporting team in BEST practices.
• Participate in team meetings and help communicate and implement team policies.

Skills

Teamwork

English literacy

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Shift: Thursday 12:30am-6:30am, Thursday-Saturday 6:30pm-6:30am

Provide support to the facility in various positions.

Essential Position Responsibilities

Performs various jobs within the warehouse or on the grounds as assigned.

Responsibilities around the facility can include pallet sorting, restacking, identify product that does not meet customer specifications and rework and 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 B.E.S.T 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 Utility Crew 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: Must be able to work in a busy, noisy, dusty environment with temperature extremes, work on feet for entire shift and be able to lift up to 75 pounds.

Minimum Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent. Perform basic math. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Safety glasses, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, any as needed or required.

Travel: N/A

Technical Experience: Must be able to obtain and maintain company issued forklift certification.

Industry Experience: Previous forklift experience preferred.

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