Consolidated Statements of Operations (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	12 Months Ended
Jan. 03, 2016	Dec. 31, 2015
Income Statement [Abstract]
Bargain purchase gain, tax	$ 1,265	$ 1,265

Business combination bargain purchase gain recognized tax amount.

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