Production Technician - Dry Packaging

The J.M. Smucker Company; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The J.M. Smucker Company is seeking a Production Technician - Dry Packaging / Warehouse Technician. The role involves operating in various production and packaging areas, ensuring safety and GMP compliance, and collaborating with team members to maintain high-quality output.

Candidates should be able to work 12-hour rotating shifts, handle a fast-paced, high-volume environment, and be ready to address mechanical issues as needed. High school diploma or equivalent required.

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-paced complex and busy environment.
• Proven ability to successfully manage multiple competing priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills coupled with the ability to act.
• 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.

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 which includes operating, being in close proximity to, and crossing platforms over machinery.
• Work as part of a team.
• Assist fellow employees as needed.
• Work on and fix mechanical issues such as replacing cylinders, bearings, belts, pulleys etc.

Skills

Punctuality

Stress management

High-volume environment

Priorities management

Problem solving

Team player

Own tools

Education

High-school degree

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Production Technician - Dry Packaging / Warehouse Technician

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. Work in all areas of production and packaging as assigned which includes operating, being in close proximity to, and crossing platforms over machinery. Work as part of a team. Assist fellow employees as needed. 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-paced 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.

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 with the flexibility to work additional planned or unplanned hours as business needs. The employee 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 environment's 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.