Palletizer Operator; Label Stacker - Day Shift

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Produce pallets of product properly stacked, stretch wrapped, and ready to be stored in the warehouse.

• Ensure the palletizing machine is running at all times.
• Troubleshoot all palletizer machine malfunctions/abnormalities in a timely manner to maintain overall line efficiency.
• Troubleshoot the machine, shuttle cars, wrappers, and photo eyes.
• Inform maintenance of any repairs needed on any equipment.
• Select appropriate palletizing pattern.
• Verify code date at each changeover.
• Notify forklift driver of changeover.
• Ensure pallets are of acceptable quality.
• Comply with QA standard guidelines.
• Check pallet pattern for each product.
• Verify that palletizer is set up for the correct bag size and pattern.
• Optimize stack patterns to uphold BEST quality for the customer by minimizing overhang, eliminating product gaps, and presenting a tightly stacked symmetrical pallet.
• Coordinate material handling and maintain open communication with forklift driver to ensure the line does not run out of materials.
• Communicate with Parsons/Thiele operators to plan ahead for upcoming changeovers.
• Change materials out as needed when changing products.
• Ensure the correct materials are used per product (pallets, slip sheets, film).
• Assist the manifestor in the LP process.
• Cover the manifest station while the employee is on break.
• Verify accuracy of LP's applied to pallets.
• Ensure G‑Code and quantity are correct.
• Participate as a member of the team: attend meetings, foster cohesiveness, identify and resolve issues, and reinforce actions needed to achieve synergy within the larger organization.
• Be familiar with Simmons' operating systems (quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN) and support these systems by communicating concerns and improvement ideas.
• Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

While performing the duties, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and lift up to 55 lbs. Lifting up to 55 lbs will likely take place 15 % of the time. The employee will also be subject to hot and cold climates.

Steel‑toed shoes, ear plugs, hair net.

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Experience running large machines; fast‑paced production experience preferred.

Background in manufacturing; experienced within a manufacturing/process environment with knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.

High School Diploma or equivalent.

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