Packaging Production Technician

The J.M. Smucker Company; Topeka (KS); Sur place; USD 25 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The J. M. Smucker Co. is seeking a dependable production employee in Topeka, KS, to support our high-volume manufacturing lines.

This role emphasizes strict adherence to safety rules and GMPs, timely attendance, and the ability to operate across production and packaging areas. You will work closely with a team and assist colleagues as needed. The position requires strong problem-solving skills, flexibility for extended hours, and comfort with a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must report to work on time and complete the full scheduled shift.
• Must be able to handle and manage stress.
• Accustomed to high-volume, fast-paced, busy environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a can-do mindset.
• Must be flexible to work additional hours when required.
• Team-oriented with willingness to help others.
• Must supply your own hand tools.

Responsabilités

• Follow all Safety Rules and GMPs to produce high quality products.
• Attend and work the full scheduled shift as assigned.
• Work across all areas of production and packaging as assigned, including operating and near machinery.
• Collaborate effectively as part of a team and assist coworkers as needed.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and fix mechanical issues such as replacing cylinders, bearings, belts, or pulleys.

Connaissances

Punctuality

Stress management

Multitasking

Problem solving

Team player

Flexibility

Hand tools

Outils

Hand tools

Description du poste

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's). Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner. Assigned shift attendance is required. To work in all areas of production and packaging, as assigned, which includes operating, being in close proximity to and crossing platforms over machinery. Ability to work as part of a team. Assist fellow employees as needed. Ability to work on and fix mechanical issues such as replacing cylinders, bearings, belts, pulleys, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.
• Must supply your own hand tools.

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 12 hour rotating shifts, with the flexibility to work additional planned or unplanned hours, as business needs. The employees must occasionally 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 work in a hot (90-100 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.

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. Hot in summer, cold in winter The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high

The Right Place for You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. Stay connected with us on LinkedIn®

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.

We’re a community of passionate, talented professionals dedicated to creating food people and pets love—while supporting the communities in which we work and live. We value what makes each person unique, champion growth and development, and foster collaboration that fuels productivity and drives our shared success. Learn more about our Thrive Together purpose At Smucker, we're passionate about creating a workplace where you truly belong. With a culture rooted in our Basic Beliefs and a competitive Total Rewards program, we aim to support every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. Learn more about working at Smucker Our culture is sustained and brought to life every day by the people of Smucker and our hiring process is designed to identify the right candidate for every position at our company. Learn more about our hiring process

The J. M. Smucker Co. (the "Company") is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.