Production Technician

The J.M. Smucker Company; Washington; On-site; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The J. M. Smucker Company is seeking a Production Technician for Snacks Packaging to support the Snacks Packaging - PFM Line. The role involves working across production and packaging areas, following safety and GMP guidelines, and ensuring high-quality output.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and typically 1+ year of manufacturing experience. Candidates should be able to work 12-hour rotating shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and collaborate effectively in a team environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to report to work on time and to work the entire scheduled work period or shift.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Follow all company Safety Rules and GMPs.
• 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.

Skills

Punctuality

Stress management

Prioritization

Problem solving

Team player

Flexibility

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

1+ years manufacturing experience

Job description

Production Technician
($1000 Retention Bonus! Start Rate $25.50 per hour) Snacks Packaging - PFM Line

TITLE

Production Technician-Snacks Packaging

REPORTS TO

Area 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.

• 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.
• 1 or more years manufacturing 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 12 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 a minimum of 2 times daily 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.

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.

OTHER FACTS

Hot in summer cold in winter

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