Tray Packer EM: (Can Line 1) Sun-Tues 5p-5a Wed 5p-11p

To safely produce cases of product stacked and wrapped with appropriate code per the production schedule. Reviews production schedule. Verifies production plan number. Note any changes for trays, tray size or tray printing. Verifies that the machine, trays and printer are set up correctly per production schedule. Ensures proper shrink wrap materials are supplied in sufficient quantities and staged. Loads according to procedure. Saves tray pallet identification tags. Records tag information and weight. Reworks damaged trays as required. Checks machine operation for correct feeding, gluing, coding, application of shrink film, film usage and other items as directed. Checks products for labeling defects, correct UPC code, product code and date, correct tray printing for every label change, and any other defects as directed. 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 Tray Packer 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 up to 50 lbs and stand on feet for the entire shift. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Hearing protection, steel toe shoes.

Travel:

None.

Technical Experience:

N/A Industry Experience:

Preference for pet or food processing organization.

Minimum Education:

Basic math skills, reading, writing, computer knowledge and will need to have good communication skills in English. We value military experience and welcome veterans to join our team. For immediate consideration of hourly production positions located in the area of Emporia, KS please apply in person Monday thru Friday, between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm at: Simmons Foods Hiring Center 1300 East Logan Ave Emporia, KS 66801 In person applications at our Hiring Center receive priority consideration. You may still apply for positions online; however please note that positions may be filled at our Hiring Center before our online applications are reviewed.