Thermal Processing Technician **Simmons Pet Food** 1 Positions ID: THERM040883 Posted On 08/19/2025 **Job Overview** Monitors procedures to ensure food safety and quality standards are being achieved. **Essential Position Responsibilities** **This is a Salary Exempt position.** Audits production records. Reviews all relevant thermal processing documents within 24 hours. Examines production records daily to verify that CCPs and Critical Quality Points are in compliance with State and Federal rules and regulations in regards to food safety. Collects and inspects Shop Floor Documents (SFDs) daily for adherence to SOPs and distributes copies to the accounting department. Audits production processes. Verifies that established processes are working properly within established limits set forth by Simmons and State/Federal government agencies. Evaluates and examines processes, equipment, and materials to ensure conformance. Ensures operations are carried in compliance with established process controls. Monitors and maintains the Master Calibration Schedule which includes semi-annual calibration of retort’s MIG thermometers, and in-plant equipment calibrations to ensure all equipment is calibrated on time to a satisfactory level. Maintains pouch sort schedule. Conducts a variety of audits. Audits the facility’s weekly sanitation log to ensure compliance. Conducts the glass/brittle plastic audits as well as the weekly bio-luminescence audit of the production area. Audits the retort cooling water quality analysis. Assists with the wastewater program. Responsible for documenting various reports. Enters results of audits, CCPs online checks, and any items related to food safety into the IQS system. Evaluates product documentation for compliance with company policies and procedures. Performs organoleptic evaluations for product on hold as needed. Collaborates with different functional areas of operations. Works together with all levels of management, customers, auditors, FDA personnel as well as coworkers to ensure compliance. Communicates and informs members of cross-functional teams the results of audits and assists in the implementation of corrective action. Works with the production and sanitation department to develop continuous improvement processes. Participates as a member of the Team. Participates in the 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 reinforce 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, LEAN); 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 person in this position and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person as 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:** Enters and locates information on a computer. Visually verifies information, often in small print. Communicates with Customers, Vendors, or Employees via telephone, in person, and/or electronic mail. May present information to small or large groups. Must be able to work in various temperatures. Move about in a manufacturing environment and surrounding property. May travel via car or plane to various work locations. **Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)** : As required by visiting facility. **Travel** : Occasionally for training purposes. **Technical Experience** : 0-1 years knowledge of Thermal Processing and auditing as well as working knowledge of current laboratory procedures and HACCP principles. Knowledge of GMPs is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft office suite. **Industry Experience** : Pet food or food processing organization. **Minimum Education** : Related work experience may be considered in leu of formal education. **Preferred Education** : Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering or related field. Better Process Control School. _We value military experience and welcome veterans to join our team._ _\#ZR1_ Primary Contact 1646245361535 Karen Smith HR Manager, HR 563-556-1973 Phone Phone Phone Fax karen.smith@simfoods.com Email True True True **Job Details** Categories Manufacturing Location Dubuque, IA Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time Company ID 1236 Job REQ # THERM040883 \# Positions 1 Start Date 20250819 End Date 20250921 Featured Job TH Ad TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Maintenance Technician - Nights shifts Available Sedona Staffing Services Electrical Maintenance Technicians - 2nd and 3rd S Express Employment Professionals 3rd Shift Electro-Mechanical Technician $32.69-$35 Klauer Manufacturing Company Instrumentation Technician - Nights Simmons Pet Food 3rd Shift General Maintenance Technician Michelin Manufacturing 2nd Shift Electro-Mechanical Technician $32.69-$35 Klauer Manufacturing Company Electro-Mechanical Technician Sedona Staffing Services Manufacturing Technicians - 1st and 2nd shift Sedona Staffing Services Maintenance Technician Express Employment Professionals Senior Filling & Closing Technician Simmons Pet Food **Share this Job** Simmons Pet Food **About the Company** Simmons Pet Food is a trusted leader in private label and contract manufacturing of pet food. We source high-quality ingredients and use state-of-the-art manufacturing processes to produce premium and value-focused pet food. We supply top brands and retailers with products in a variety of formats, including dry kibble, jerky treats and wet in cans, pouches, and cups. These operations are in Northwest Arkansas, Iowa, Emporia, Kansas, and Ontario, Canada. We’re excited that Dubuque will be the home of our newest pet food operation. Join us in the rewarding work of making food for the pets we love. We’re building our team today!