Line Loader - Night Shift at Simmons Pet Food Inc in Dubuque, Iowa

Job Description:

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Operates and monitors loader equipment to properly fill containers with the product.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Runs loader to properly fill baskets or trays depending on the line.

Verifies and monitors equipment setup and timing according to SOP.

Loads product correctly according to SOP.

Checks codes per mandated SOP.

Monitors product and trays/baskets for possible issues or defects. Takes appropriate corrective action.

Performs weekly 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 Line Loader 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 describes all the work that may be required of the person in this position.

Physical Activities: 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): Steel-toed shoes, Ear Plugs, Hair Net.

Travel: N/A

Technical Experience: Background in manufacturing.

Industry Experience: Background in manufacturing.

Minimum Education: High School Diploma. Must be able to read, write and understand English.

Preferred Education: Some college and/or Tech School.