Topeka Plant ($1000 Retention Bonus! Start Rate $24.50 per hour)To make/produce high quality Treats with minimal yield loss, to produce product for the company. TITLE Production Technician Snacks Processing REPORTS TO Area Leader/Team Leader SUMMARY To make/produce high quality Treats with minimal yield loss, 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. Make dye Make Coating Adding hand-adds to dry mixes. Responsible for running and monitoring system on a continuous basis Responsible for weekly start-ups, shut-downs and clean-ups. Responsible for minor maintenance of department equipment. Sanitation is a constant and critical issue – keep production and preparation areas clean Operation of forklift, pallet jack and hand truck Must be prepared to do what is manually required to keep system running 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. Ability to work alone/unsupervised (make decisions, correct problems, complete tasks, etc.) Good utilization of time and initiative Knowledge and experience in use of tools Ability to learn and adapt quickly to changes Basic knowledge of diagrams and schematics – know how to follow and read Basic computer skills 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 8 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 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. The employee must be able to work with automatic equipment, pressurized air hoses, high pressure hoses, strahman water hoses (hot-steam injected water) and very hot piping 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. We are a community of passionate, talented professionals committed to making food people and pets love while supporting all those who count on our business. We celebrate the uniqueness of each individual, promote their development and growth and ensure effective collaboration and continued productivity to drive the success of our organization. You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment. One that allows you to deliver your best work and become your best professional self. That is exactly what you will find at Smucker. Inspired by our unique culture, we are determined to support every employee holistically by meeting their physical, emotional and financial needs through: Our Total Rewards benefits Continuous opportunities to learn, grow and develop Our continued progress to become an inclusive and diverse organization. We are taking meaningful steps to enhance the inclusivity of our workplace and the diversity of our organization. Learn more We believe success is driving business growth while also helping those associated with our Company thrive. Learn more The J. M. Smucker Co. (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.