Production Machine Operator 2

The J.M. Smucker Co.Emporia, KS
Onsite

About The Position

A Machine Operator 2 is responsible for operating multiple machines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Candidates must be able to communicate and work effectively in a team, follow instructions (written & verbal), safely and accurately operate bakery equipment, and maintain GMP standards. This position is for a PM shift.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Ability to sit (5%), stand (40%), walk (10%), kneel/squat (20%), and bend (25%) for 12 hours.
  • Ability to lift approximately up to a maximum of 50 pounds, approximately 4 times per day from floor to waist.
  • Ability to reach from 10 inches approximately 2 hours per day, and up to 60 inches approximately 1 hour per day.
  • Ability to climb stairs approximately 8 times per day, ladders approximately 1-2 times per day, and crawling approximately 3 to 4 times per week.
  • Ability to perform repetitive motion using hands and arms approximately 1 hour per day and the back (twisting) approximately 1 hour per day.
  • Ability to perform pushing/pulling of the upper body approximately 5 to 6 times per day and the whole body approximately 4 to 5 times per day.
  • Ability to push and pull trash carts weighing 500 lb, dough carts weighing 800 lb, portable equipment and catch pans weighing 500 lb.
  • Ability to hear, understand instructions, and see.
  • Must be in good physical condition.
  • Cannot be afraid of heights.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous safety training.

Responsibilities

  • Operate multiple machines, which may include Mixer (batter, dough, icing & cream), Depositor, Oven, Fryer, Tumbler, Injector, Wrapper, and Combi.
  • Perform other duties as defined by the facility.
  • Communicate and work effectively in a team environment.
  • Follow instructions (written & verbal).
  • Safely and accurately operate bakery equipment.
  • Maintain GMP standards.
  • Read and follow formulations.
  • Calculate batter time and length.
  • Record batter and exceptions.
  • Compute exceptions.
  • Watch multiple machines and know the stage of mixing for each.
  • Make batter adjustments.
  • Add weight together (ounces & pounds).
  • Identify ingredients in and out of packing containers.

Benefits

  • Competitive Total Rewards program
  • Support for physical, emotional, and financial needs
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