Project Lead, Mechanical

J.M. Smucker Co-posted about 17 hours ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Onsite • Topeka, KS
5,001-10,000 employees
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The Topeka, Kansas plant has a Full Time opening for a Technical Lead, Projects-Mechanical in the Plant Engineering Team. It is an hourly, non-rotational, technical position with responsibilities to lead the trades and work related to pipe and utility systems to support Capital Project execution and equipment installations across all areas of the plant, as well as support the Facility and Operations teams with maintenance and reliability issues. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for the manufacture of pet foods and snacks while complying with all food safety, quality and regulatory requirements. Understand and support company and site safety policies and perform work-related activities in a safe manner. Recognize unsafe working conditions, coach peers and suggest new safety standards as appropriate. Understand, follow and improve documented operational, maintenance and sanitation standards in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) work environment. Supervise the pipe fitting and insulation trades including daily planning and coordinating resources (equipment, contract labor and plant labor) as related to pipe and utility systems to support equipment installations and start-ups in alignment with Operations and Capital Project schedules. Provide support with supervision of the pipe fitting and insulation trades for Facility and Operations maintenance and reliability tasks as needed. Assist in cost estimating and procurement of equipment, materials and labor within established project budgets. Assist with organization and maintenance of plant documentation and drawings related to pipe and utility systems. Provide assistance and support to R&D and TSO for Plant tests in manufacturing and packaging areas. Lead projects to improve safety, quality or production results in a designated area. Work as part of a team and assist fellow employees when needed. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and functions of the position.

  • Responsible for the manufacture of pet foods and snacks while complying with all food safety, quality and regulatory requirements.
  • Understand and support company and site safety policies and perform work-related activities in a safe manner.
  • Recognize unsafe working conditions, coach peers and suggest new safety standards as appropriate.
  • Understand, follow and improve documented operational, maintenance and sanitation standards in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) work environment.
  • Supervise the pipe fitting and insulation trades including daily planning and coordinating resources (equipment, contract labor and plant labor) as related to pipe and utility systems to support equipment installations and start-ups in alignment with Operations and Capital Project schedules.
  • Provide support with supervision of the pipe fitting and insulation trades for Facility and Operations maintenance and reliability tasks as needed.
  • Assist in cost estimating and procurement of equipment, materials and labor within established project budgets.
  • Assist with organization and maintenance of plant documentation and drawings related to pipe and utility systems.
  • Provide assistance and support to R&D and TSO for Plant tests in manufacturing and packaging areas.
  • Lead projects to improve safety, quality or production results in a designated area.
  • Work as part of a team and assist fellow employees when needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Basic reading, writing and math skills
  • Advanced computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
  • Good mechanical aptitude
  • Excellent documentation & organizational skills
  • Ability to read and understand process flow and one-line drawings
  • Knowledge of plant process systems and process flows
  • Knowledge of plant equipment function, operation and maintenance
  • Ability to follow procedures and rules
  • Willingness to work overtime, weekends and holidays as required
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to follow directions independently and provide clear instructions to fellow team members
  • Demonstrated ability to initiate and complete work assignments with minimal supervision
  • Demonstrated ability to work with Plant Teams, external contractors and vendors
  • Ability to give and receive constructive feedback with sensitivity, using questions and information to further team goals
  • Commitment to principles of a team-based work environment
  • High-school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • 3 years of relevant manufacturing, construction or industrial utilities work experience.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP's and general instructions.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out both oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to perform critical thinking skills to problem solve and resolve conflicts.
  • Employee is required to have a minimum of 20/40 vision in each eye with or without corrective lenses.
  • The applicant must pass a standard eye exam.
  • Employee must have the ability to perform the essential job functions identified above consistent with safety standards and practices with or without a reasonable accommodation.
  • Required- High School Diploma, or equivalent
  • Knowledge of plant process systems and process flows
  • Knowledge of plant equipment function, operation and maintenance
  • Active participation in continuous improvement teams (reliability, yield, costs, etc…)
  • People and teamwork
  • Positive attitude and commitment
  • Initiative and motivation
  • Results oriented
  • Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety Programs
  • Understanding of Safety, Food Safety and Quality policies and requirements
  • Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Associates or technical degree or advanced training preferred.
  • Experience with process and utility pipe & pumping systems is preferred.
  • Experience with AutoCAD 2D/3D is preferred.
  • Previous mechanical maintenance or project lead experience preferred.
  • Previous food manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Desired- College Degree, Technical
  • Prior employment, internship and/or co-op in manufacturing facility
  • Prior experience in pet food processing and packaging
  • Prior experience in pipe fitting trade or industrial utilities
  • Leadership and decision making
  • Knowledge of purchasing procedures
  • Ability to work with vendors and contractors independently
  • Project leadership and/or management
  • AutoCAD, Microsoft Project
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