Dry Processing Technician- Extruder Team C

The J.M. Smucker Co.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Co. in Topeka, KS is hiring for a manufacturing/operator role focused on cat food production. You will be responsible for operating and monitoring equipment, recording quality checks, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

The position requires basic math, reading ability, and strong teamwork. We offer a $1000 retention bonus and a start rate of $28.10 per hour. Shift work, physical requirements and safety regulations are essential parts of the role, with opportunities

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience or mechanical aptitude preferred.
• Ability to read safety rules, GMPs and general instructions.
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changes.

Responsibilities

• Follow Safety Rules and GMPs and produce high quality products safely.
• Attend assigned shifts and support continuous system operation.
• Operate forklift, pallet jack and hand truck as needed.
• Record periodic Quality Control checks and test/ unload ingredients.
• Maintain cleanliness and assist teammates as required.

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Hand truck

Basic computer skills

Read diagrams/schematics

Job description

Job Description Summary
($1000 Retention Bonus! Start Rate $28.10 per hour)
To make Cat Food

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).
• Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner.
• Assignedshift attendance is required.
• Adding hand-adds to dry mixes.
• Responsible for running and monitoring system on a continuous basis.
• Responsible for weekly start-ups, shut-downs and clean-ups.
• Responsible for minor maintenance of department equipment.
• Sanitation is a constant and critical issue - keep production and preparation areas clean
• Operation of forklift, pallet jack and hand truck
• Must be prepared to do what is manually required to keep system running
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Assist fellow employees as needed.
• To record periodic Quality Control Checks
• Test, scale and unload major and minor ingredient trucks
• Continuously monitor systems on screens and respond to problems

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of the position.

• Must be able to report to work on time and to work the entire scheduled work period or shift. Timely and regular attendance is required.
• Must be able to successfully handle and manage stress.
• Accustomed to and able to work in a high-volume, fast-pace, complex and busy environment.
• Proven ability to successfully manage multiple competing priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills coupled with the ability to act. A "can-do" mindset and attitude is a must.
• Must be flexible and have the ability to work additional hours when workload, deadlines, production requirements, shift coverage or overtime demand it of the role.
• Consummate team player attitude of sharing and helping others. Must be able to interact positively, professionally and in cooperation with others.
• Ability to work alone/unsupervised (make decisions, correct problems, complete tasks, etc.)
• Good utilization of time and initiative
• Knowledge and experience in use of tools
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly to changes
• Basic knowledge of diagrams and schematics - know how to follow and read
• Basic computer skills
• Understand pneumatics
• Basic math skills

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High-school degree or equivalent is required.

1 or more years of manufacturing experience or mechanical aptitude preferred

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP's and general instructions. Good communication skills are required.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out both oral and written instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and lift. The employee is required to stand and walk at minimum 70% of the time.
• The employee must be able to work 8 hour rotating shifts, with the flexibility to work additional planned or unplanned hours, as business needs.
• The employees must lift/push/pull or carry up to fifty (50) pounds and should be able to lift 30-35 pounds on a frequent basis.
• The employee must be able to squat or kneel and to bend on a frequent basis.
• The employee must be able to work in a cold (40-50 degree) environment.
• The employee must be able to tolerate exposure to flour and yeast materials.
• The employee must be able to climb steps and vertical ladders 10ft high on a frequent basis.
• The employee must be able to work with automatic equipment, pressurized air hoses, high pressure hoses, strahman water hoses (hot-steam injected water) and very hot piping

SAFE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

Employee must have the ability to perform the essential job functions identified above consistent with safety standards and practices with or without a reasonable accommodation.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environments characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Hot in summer, cold in winter

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

TheRight Placefor You

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We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.