Production Utility 1

J.M. Smucker Co • Emporia, KS

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About The Position

Utility workers perform several manufacturing activities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. They must communicate and work effectively as part of a team, remain flexible in assignments within the utility category, follow written and verbal instructions, safely and accurately complete assigned duties, maintain GMP standards, and participate as part of the Food Defense Team. Work may include responsibilities related to product safety and cleaning windows, ceilings, restrooms, breakrooms, wash racks, cleaning equipment, lights, mixers, ovens, pans, and other areas and equipment throughout the plant. Workers may also clean processing and non-processing equipment in the grounds. Essential duties include working as a helper, indexer, feeder, packer, catcher, and performing other assigned duties. Equipment may vary by facility.

This is a full-time PM position in a manufacturing environment. Physical requirements vary by day and include working in different postures and performing lifting, reaching, climbing, crawling, repetitive motions, and pushing and pulling. The role may involve walking on unprotected heights and catwalks. Tools and equipment required for work are supplied and maintained by the employer at no cost to employees and must remain on the premises.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Ability and willingness to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively in a team environment and remain flexible in assignments within the utility category.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and complete duties safely and accurately.
• Ability to meet the described physical demands, including lifting up to 50 pounds; reaching; climbing stairs and ladders; crawling; repetitive motions; pushing and pulling; and occasionally walking on unprotected heights or catwalks.
• Must not be afraid of heights and must be in good physical condition.
• Reading, peripheral vision, hearing, and understanding scheduling.

Nice To Haves

• Previous safety training.

Responsibilities

• Perform manufacturing activities including helper, indexer, feeder, packer, catcher, and other assigned duties.
• Follow written and verbal instructions and complete assigned duties safely and accurately.
• Maintain GMP standards and participate as part of the Food Defense Team.
• Attend to product safety and clean plant areas and equipment, including windows, ceilings, restrooms, breakrooms, wash racks, cleaning equipment, lights, mixers, ovens, and pans.
• Clean processing and non-processing equipment in the grounds as needed.
• Visually inspect cake to determine whether products meet stated quality standards.
• Use the company timekeeping system and, when required, a calculator, computer, and process control sheets.

What This Job Offers

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