Industrial Mechanic - 12-Hour Shift Maintenance Pro

The J.M. Smucker Company; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus

Job summary

The J. M. Smucker Co. in Topeka, Kansas, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support production and packaging in a fast-paced facility. The role emphasizes safe operation, teamwork, and proactive maintenance to sustain equipment reliability.

You will follow GMP rules, perform preventive maintenance, manage on-shift downtime, and assist with parts ordering. The position requires 12-hour shifts, weekend work, and a strong can-do attitude.

Qualifications

• High-school degree or equivalent required.
• Must be able to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills required.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company Safety Rules and GMPs.
• Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner.
• Assigned shift attendance is required.
• Work in all areas of production and packaging as assigned, operating and moving around machinery.
• Be a team member and assist fellow employees as needed.
• Review, follow, and write Job Safety Analyses and safe practices for the area.
• Manage scheduled on-shift and downtime maintenance work.
• Assist with identifying and ordering spare parts.
• Assist planner/scheduler with scheduling maintenance activities.
• Make adjustments and repairs to machines to maintain operating efficiency and reliability.
• Perform preventative maintenance.
• Some on shift and some on weekends.
• Write and complete work orders for area.
• Adhere to Safety, GMP, Sanitation, Quality, and Team rules.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Problem solving

Communication skills

Stress management

Education

High-school degree or equivalent

Job description

The J. M. Smucker Co. in Topeka, Kansas, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support production and packaging in a fast-paced facility. The role emphasizes safe operation, teamwork, and proactive maintenance to sustain equipment reliability.

You will follow GMP rules, perform preventive maintenance, manage on-shift downtime, and assist with parts ordering. The position requires 12-hour shifts, weekend work, and a strong can-do attitude.