Production General Labor- Entry Level

The J.M. Smucker Co. • Topeka, KS

90d

About The Position

The position involves following all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) to produce high-quality products in a safe and healthful manner. Assigned shift attendance is required, and the employee will work in all areas of production and packaging, which includes operating machinery and being in close proximity to it. The role requires the ability to work as part of a team and assist fellow employees as needed. Responsibilities include quality inspection, monitoring and operating equipment (such as palletizers), stocking production lines with materials, safely operating powered industrial equipment, tracking quality and waste metrics, emphasizing sanitation and cleaning, assisting line technicians in daily activities, maintaining forklifts and floor jacks, and moving finished skids to the warehouse area.

Requirements

• High-school degree or equivalent is required
• Ability to report to work on time and work the entire scheduled work period or shift
• Ability to handle and manage stress
• Accustomed to working in a high-volume, fast-paced, complex environment
• Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities
• Strong problem-solving skills and a 'can-do' mindset
• Flexibility to work additional hours as needed
• Team player attitude with the ability to interact positively and professionally with others

Responsibilities

• Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's)
• Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner
• Attend assigned shifts as required
• Work in all areas of production and packaging as assigned
• Operate and be in close proximity to machinery
• Assist fellow employees as needed
• Conduct quality inspections
• Monitor and operate equipment (palletizer)
• Stock production lines with materials
• Safely operate powered industrial equipment
• Track quality and waste metrics
• Emphasize sanitation and cleaning
• Assist line technicians in general daily activities
• Maintain forklift and floor jacks
• Move finished skids to warehouse area

Benefits

• Total Rewards benefits
• Continuous opportunities to learn, grow and develop
• Support for physical, emotional and financial needs

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees