Packaging Production Technician

J.M. Smucker Co • Topeka, KS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Packaging Production Technician works in production and packaging at the Topeka plant, operating in assigned areas and helping maintain safe, high-quality production. The role includes working near and crossing platforms over machinery, contributing as part of a team, and addressing mechanical issues such as replacing cylinders, bearings, belts, and pulleys. Employees must follow company safety rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), attend their assigned shift, and meet the physical and environmental demands of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job's duties and functions.

Requirements

• High-school degree or equivalent.
• Ability to report to work on time and work the entire scheduled shift; timely and regular attendance is required.
• Ability to handle and manage stress.
• Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced, complex, and busy environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to act, with a can-do mindset.
• Flexibility to work additional hours as workload, deadlines, production requirements, shift coverage, or overtime require.
• Team-player attitude, with the ability to interact positively, professionally, and cooperatively with others.
• Must supply own hand tools.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, GMPs, and general instructions; good communication skills.
• Ability to use common-sense understanding to carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to stand and walk at least 70% of the time; regularly stand and lift.
• Ability to occasionally lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds, and frequently lift 30–35 pounds.
• Ability to squat or kneel and bend frequently.
• Ability to work 12-hour rotating shifts and additional planned or unplanned hours as business needs require.
• Ability to work in cold (40–50 degree) and hot (90–100 degree) environments and tolerate exposure to flour and yeast materials.
• Ability to climb steps and vertical ladders 10 feet high frequently.
• Ability to perform essential job functions consistent with safety standards and practices, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Follow company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Produce high-quality products in a safe and healthful manner.
• Attend the assigned shift and work the entire scheduled work period.
• Work in all assigned areas of production and packaging, including operating near machinery and crossing platforms over machinery.
• Work as part of a team and assist fellow employees as needed.
• Work on and fix mechanical issues, including replacing cylinders, bearings, belts, and pulleys.
• Read and interpret safety rules, GMPs, and general instructions, and communicate effectively.
• Work planned or unplanned additional hours when required by business needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED