J.M. Smucker

Manufacturing Production Technician

Posted on: 19 Feb 2021

Buffalo, NY

Job Description

Starting pay is $19.03/hr (plus shift differential, if applicable). Wage progression over 3 years to a max of $28.00+/hr. Excellent wages and benefits.

REPORTS TO:
Area Leader/Team Leader

SUMMARY:
Work in a variety of areas, operating high-speed manufacturing production equipment in processing and packaging to produce Milk-Bone product for the company.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

* Positions are afternoons and evenings and shifts can alternate weekly. Assigned shift attendance and weekend work is required.
* Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).
* Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner.
* Work in all areas of processing and packaging, as assigned, which includes operating, being in close proximity to and crossing platforms over machinery. Cross-training will occur throughout the facility in all aspects of high-speed manufacturing.
* 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.
* 3+ years related manufacturing experience or equivalent technical/vocational experience preferred.
* Selected individuals must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be highly motivated and responsible, and work well within a team environment.
* Use of computers and PLCs in an industrial manufacturing environment is preferred.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High-school degree or equivalent is required. Associates Degree 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 8 hour shifts with a maximum of 16 hours required.
* The employees must be able to lift fifty (50) pounds.
* 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 and hot environment.
* The employee must be able to tolerate exposure to flour and yeast materials.
* The employee must be able to climb steps 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.

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

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J.M. Smucker

Orrville, OH

The J.M. Smucker Company is an iconic American company founded in 1897. Guided by a vision to engage, delight, and inspire consumers through trusted food and beverage brands that bring joy throughout their lives, Smucker has grown to be a well-respected North American marketer and manufacturer. Our balanced portfolio of leading and emerging, on-trend brands spans pet food and pet snacks, coffee, and consumer food and natural beverage.

For more than 120 years, our Company has remained under the constant leadership of our founding family – the Smucker’s. We are proud to have fostered success through five generations of family leadership by focusing on long-term growth and embracing a foundation of strong principles and clear communication.

Today, the Company remains rooted in our Basic Beliefs of Quality, People, Ethics, Growth, and Independence established by our founder and namesake, Jerome Monroe (J.M.) Smucker, more than a century ago. We strongly believe that our unique culture is foundational to our Company’s success and the sustained passion of our employees.

When we talk about our culture, we are referring to an environment that engages our employees, inspires passion for our brands, and makes people proud to work here — an atmosphere where everyone makes a difference.