Plant Technician

J.M. Smucker Co • New Bethlehem, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Technician works as part of a team to manufacture consumer foods that meet food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. The role operates, maintains, cleans, and changes over production equipment in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment, while following and improving operational, maintenance, and sanitation standards. The technician identifies equipment defects and basic machinery or process problems, performs basic repairs and maintenance, and uses continuous improvement methods to address losses and root causes. The position is located in New Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, reports to the Area Leader, and is scheduled for the third shift, 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, with overtime as needed.

Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Able to work the midnight shift, 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., and overtime as needed.
• Able to read, understand, and follow safety policies, SOPs, GMPs, and general instructions.
• Able to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Good communication skills, including the ability to give and receive feedback.
• Able to set and meet goals and work independently as well as on a team.
• Able to work with support personnel to maintain safety, quality, and reliability standards and drive improvements.
• Able to make data-driven decisions and engage others as appropriate.
• Basic computer skills, including email and Microsoft Office, and ability to learn company-specific computer systems.
• Able to perform the role's responsibilities in accordance with safety standards and practices.
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds; stand, sit, walk, push, pull, kneel, squat, and climb; perform repetitive actions, reach, and feel; and hear, speak, and see.

Nice To Haves

• Two-year degree or technical degree.
• Previous manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture consumer foods in compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Follow company and site safety policies, work safely, identify unsafe conditions, coach peers, and suggest safety improvements.
• Operate, maintain, and clean assigned production equipment.
• Follow and improve operational, maintenance, and sanitation standards in a GMP work environment.
• Identify and correct equipment defects; perform cleaning, inspection, and lubrication activities.
• Troubleshoot basic machinery and process issues and perform basic repair and maintenance activities.
• Perform regular sanitation activities and equipment changeovers.
• Operate material handling equipment, including forklifts, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Create or update documentation such as SOPs, job aids, and CIL improvements.
• Use continuous improvement tools to eliminate losses and identify root causes; document, communicate, and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Use basic hand tools, including wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, drills, and grinders.
• Analyze information using basic math and statistics and assist with problem-solving through analytical troubleshooting, critical thinking, and root cause analysis.
• Work collaboratively, assist fellow employees, and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive starting pay of $22.78 per hour plus a $1.50 per hour shift differential.
• Comprehensive benefits package effective the first day of employment, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with up to 7% company match.
• Two weeks of paid vacation, with the option to purchase a third week.
• 12 paid company holidays plus four personal days.
• Parental leave.
• Perfect Attendance Reward.
• Annual Holiday Bonus.
• Collaborative and friendly workplace.

What This Job Offers

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