Production General Labor- Entry Level

The J.M. Smucker Co.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Co. is seeking a production associate for 12-hour shifts in Topeka, Kansas. This role focuses on safe, high-quality production across multiple areas of manufacturing and packaging, requiring teamwork and consistent attendance.

Candidates should be able to operate palletizers and other equipment, maintain sanitation, and meet daily production targets while adhering to GMPs and safety rules. The position is on-site with a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High-school degree or equivalent
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and GMPs
• Good communication and teamwork abilities

Responsibilities

• Follow all company Safety Rules and GMPs
• Produce high quality products in a safe manner
• Assigned shift attendance is required
• Work in all areas of production and packaging as assigned, operating near machinery
• Teamwork and assisting fellow employees
• Quality inspection tasks
• Monitor and operate equipment (palletizer)
• Stock production lines with materials
• Safely operate powered industrial equipment
• Track quality and waste metrics
• Emphasize sanitation and cleaning
• Assist line technicians with daily tasks
• Maintain forklift and floor jacks
• Move finished skids to warehouse area

Education

High-school degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

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
• Quality Inspection
• Monitoring/Operating equipment ( palletizer)
• Stock production lines with materials
• Safely operate powered industrial equipment
• Track quality and waste metrics
• Emphasis on sanitation/cleaning
• Assisting line technicians in general daily activities
• Maintain forklift and floor jacks
• Move finished skids to warehouse area

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

Education and/or Experience

High-school degree or equivalent is required.

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 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 to perform the essential functions.

Hot in summer, cold in winter

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

The Right Place for 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.