Plant Technician

Work in a variety of skill areas, in production and packaging, to produce product for the company. • Follow all company Safety Practices and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's). Produce high quality products in a safe manner. • Must be available to work any shift, weekends and overtime as needed and maintain a good attendance record. • Technician must be able to flow to work in all skill areas of production and packaging. • Technician must be able to operate a computer to input and review data for the purpose of maintaining accurate records and can work as part of a team and assist others as needed. • Technician must be able to meet all the physical demands of the role and any additional duties/task required in a safe manner. Duties and Responsibilities Strong mechanical and/or electrical aptitude is required to be able to read, understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) work environment Perform the necessary movements for the purposes of operating, maintaining, and cleaning high-speed making, packing and other production related equipment Perform basic troubleshooting of machinery and process issues, which would include repairs and maintenance activities Capable of supporting changeover processes Use of basic hand and power tools (i.e., wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, drills, grinders, etc.) Capable of using a computer to input and maintain accurate records and data, utilize email and on-line training resources Must be able to analyze information using basic skills in math and statistics Operate essential material handling equipment at the site (i.e., Forklift, Hand Trucks, Clamp Trucks, etc.) Capable to enter Confined Spaces, including tanks and other specialty skill areas Follows all company Safety Practices and personal safety requirements, including using required Personal Protective Equipment The ability to discern the various visual and audible alarms and signals for equipment, start-up, evacuations, fires, etc. Produce high quality products and follows all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's). Ability to Problem Solve (Analytical Troubleshooting, Critical Thinking, Root Cause Analysis) Ability to own and drive plant results with leadership skills Must be available to work any shift, weekends and overtime as needed and maintain good attendance record Ability to work as part of a team and assist fellow employees as needed. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out both oral and written instructions. Education & Qualifications Required: High-school degree or equivalent, required Minimum age of 18 is required 2 years of technical work experience or 1 year continued technical education/training beyond high school (mechanical, shop, electrical, computer, design etc.) is required Willingness to complete each stage of the selection process Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP's and general instructions. Good communication skills are required. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out both oral and written instructions. Individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. 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. 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. The employee must be able to pass a PFT test. The employee must be able to tolerate exposure to coffee materials 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 or 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. 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.

Salary : $45,200 - $57,300