Wrapper Tech

J.M. Smucker; Emporia (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Hostess Brands is seeking a capability-focused technician to set up wrapping machines, verify codes and locations, and ensure packaging quality on the PM shift. You will monitor speeds, verify seal integrity, and track lots while maintaining clean work areas and accurate records.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred familiarity in bakery equipment and baking processes. Strong communication and PC skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Engineering background and bakery equipment knowledge are preferred but not required.
• Strong communication and PC skills including Excel/Word are expected.
• Understanding of time and temperature in baking processes is valued.

Responsibilities

• Set up wrapping machines and verify correct codes, locations, and legibility; complete code verification and lot tracking check sheets.
• Ensure machines run at proper speeds and packaging is verified for seal integrity.
• Maintain records (PMs, safety, inventory) and keep work area clean.
• Perform other duties for the department as needed.
• Communicate professionally and follow company standards.

Skills

Effective communication

MS Excel

MS Word

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical understanding

Bakery equipment knowledge

Troubleshooting equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BS in Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering (desirable)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for setting up wrapping machines for a variety of product being produced, ensure the proper code is being ran and is in correct location and is legible, completing code verification, seal integrity, packaging verification and lot tracking check sheets at specified times and notifying supervision when any check is not in compliance with company standards. Ensure machines are running at proper speeds. Keep work area and machines clean always.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure that all work activities are performed with attention to the highest standards of food quality, safe processes, compliance with all appropriate legal requirements and a focus on continuous process improvement


• Maintain current and complete records of all activities - i.e. PM's, safety, inventory, asset inventory, etc.


• Perform other duties relating to the department.


• Conduct yourself in a professional manner

JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• Previous management experience is desired.


• A BS in Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering is desired but not required.


• Understanding of commercial bakeries and bakery equipment


• Understands the functionality of ingredients with time and temperature in the baking process


• Understands the unique equipment in a bakery production plant, along
  with operation of that equipment relative to the baking process. Ability to trouble shooting equipment to ensure optimum efficiency and product quality.


• Oral and Written Communication - Effective


• Personal Computer Skills - Literate with MS Excel, Word.


• Electrical and electronic troubleshooting.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Manufacturing Environment, This will be for PM shift

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to climb ladders is required


• Ability to sit (5%), stand (25%), walk (25%), kneel/squat (25%), and bend (20%) for 8 hours. Ability to lift approximately up to a maximum of 75 pounds, approximately 2 times per week from floor to waist.


• Ability to reach overhead various times per day and to ground various times per day.


• Climbing stairs and ladders various times per day.

OTHER ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS NOT LISTED ABOVE INCLUDE:

• Setting and Achieving Goals - Successfully coaches, trains, and follows up with people to ensure production goals are met.


• Understands Hostess scheduling for efficiency, ingredient and product flow, and distribution.


• Familiar with Hostess bread cake products and equipment

MACHINES/TOOLS USED:

Please see Engineering tool list

The Right Place for You

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