Plant Technician

J M Smucker • New Bethlehem, PA

255d • $21

About The Position

At Smucker, we view our manufacturing operations as the heart of our efforts to deliver food people and pets love. It is foundational to our commitment to provide safe, high-quality products our consumers count on for themselves and their families. With this, we believe passionately in promoting manufacturing as a career. That means ensuring continued growth and development opportunities to help you expand your skills while providing an enjoyable and supportive environment.

Requirements

• High-school degree or equivalent is required
• A two-year degree or technical degree is preferred
• Previous manufacturing experience is preferred
• Able to work afternoons (3:00 pm - 11:30 pm) shifts and overtime as needed
• Able to read, understand, and follow documents such as safety policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and general instructions
• Able to understand and carry out both oral and written instructions
• Good communication skills, including the ability to give and receive feedback
• Able to set and meet goals
• Able to work both independently and on a team
• Works well with support personnel to maintain high standards for safety, quality, and reliability and drive improvements
• Able to make data-driven decisions and engage others as appropriate
• Basic computer skills including email and Microsoft Office
• Able to learn company specific computer systems
• Able to perform the key responsibilities outlined above in accordance with safety standards and practices

Responsibilities

• Be able to contribute within the framework of a highly functioning Team
• Responsible for the manufacture of consumer foods which comply with all food safety, quality and regulatory requirements.
• Understands and supports company and site safety policies and performs work related activities in a safe manner.
• Recognizes unsafe work conditions, coaches peers, and suggests new safety standards as appropriate.
• Performs the necessary activities to operate, maintain, and clean assigned production equipment.
• Understands, follows, and improves documented operational, maintenance, and sanitation standards in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) work environment.
• Identifies and corrects equipment defects.
• Performs cleaning, inspection, and lubrication (CIL) activities.
• Identifies and troubleshoots basic machinery and process issues.
• Learns and performs basic repair and maintenance activities.
• Performs sanitation activities on a regular basis.
• Performs equipment changeovers.
• Operates material handling equipment such as forklifts, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.
• Creates or updates documentation as needed (SOPs, Job Aids, CIL Improvements).
• Uses continuous improvement tools to eliminate losses and drive issues to root cause; documents, communicates, and implements corrective and preventative actions.
• Use basic hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, drills, grinders, etc.
• Analyzes information using principles of math and statistics.
• Assists in solving problems using analytical troubleshooting, critical thinking and root cause analysis.
• Works as part of a team and assists fellow employees as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive Starting pay $21.42/hr., Plus $1.50/HR Shift Differential
• Comprehensive benefits package effective first day of employment, including: medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan with up to 7% Company match
• 2 weeks paid vacation with option to purchase a 3rd week
• 12 paid company holidays plus 4 personal days
• Parental leave
• Perfect Attendance Bonus
• Annual Holiday Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED