Sorter Packer Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Assists in general tasks to support the needs of producing and packaging products according to company and governmental standards. 

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 

This is a general laborer position. This position will perform task that may include but are not limited to the following: packing product, stacking and unstacking product to meet customers’ orders, sorting  finished goods, document damaged goods, verifying packaging code and UPC to match planned product,  general cleaning and sanitation of facility and surrounding grounds, and other task as assigned by management.  

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 Sorter 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 lift, push, pull, and carry up to 30 lbs. Standing on feet for the entire shift. Must be able to work in extreme hot/cold, wet/dry environments. 

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Steel toed shoes, Ear Plugs, Hair Net. Safety Vest and hard hat where required. 

Travel: N/A 

Technical Experience: N/A

Preferred Industry Experience: Background in manufacturing. 

Minimum Education: N/A 

Preferred Education: N/A