Production Technician

The J.M. Smucker Company; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Company in Oxnard, CA is seeking a Production Technician to contribute to a variety of production and packaging tasks to keep products moving efficiently and safely.

You will follow safety rules, operate equipment, and support a team in a fast-paced environment. This position requires a high-school degree, ability to read GMPs, and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• High-school degree or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, GMPs, and general instructions.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work in 12-hour rotating shifts and across production areas.

Responsibilities

• Follow 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.

Skills

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Reading comprehension

Effective communication

Education

High-school degree or equivalent

Job description

Production Technician

REPORTS TO

Area Leader/Team Leader

SUMMARY

Work in a variety of areas in production and packaging to produce product for the company.

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.

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.

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 rotating shifts.
• 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 tolerate exposure to flour and yeast materials.
• The employee must be able to climb steps on a frequent basis.

VISION

Employee is required to have a minimum of 20/40 vision in each eye with or without corrective lenses. The applicant must pass a standard eye exam.

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.

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