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The J.M. Smucker Co.

Industrial Mechanic-Dry

full-time•Topeka

Summary

Location

Topeka

Type

full-time

Experience

2-5 years

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About this role

REPORTS TO

Area Leader/Team Leader

SUMMARY

Work in a variety of areas, in production and packaging, to produce product for the company. $5000 Retention Bonus. Start rate $33.00

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).
  • Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner.
  • Assigned shift attendance is required.
  • To work in all areas of production and packaging, as assigned, which includes operating, being in close proximity to and crossing platforms over machinery.
  • Ability to work as part of a team.
  • Assist fellow employees as needed.
  • Review, follow, and write Job Safety Analyses and safe practices for the area.
  • Manage scheduled on-shift and downtime maintenance work.
  • Assist with identifying and ordering spare parts.
  • Assist planner/scheduler with scheduling maintenance activities of team members, contractors and other outside services.
  • Be able to make adjustments and repairs to machines to maintain operating efficiency and reliability.
  • Perform preventative maintenance. Some on shift and some on weekends.
  • Write and complete work orders for area
  • Adhere to all Safety, GMP, Sanitation, Quality, and Team rules and procedures

  

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.

  • Must be able to report to work on time and to work the entire scheduled work period or shift. Timely and regular attendance is required.
  • Must be able to successfully handle and manage stress.  
  • Accustomed to and able to work in a high-volume, fast-pace, complex and busy environment.
  • Proven ability to successfully manage multiple competing priorities.
  • Strong problem-solving skills coupled with the ability to act. A “can-do” mindset and attitude is a must.
  • Must be flexible and have the ability to work additional hours when workload, deadlines, production requirements, shift coverage or overtime demand it of the role.
  • Consummate team player attitude of sharing and helping others. Must be able to interact positively, professionally and in cooperation with others.  
  • Clear understanding and working knowledge of mechanical & electrical systems, electrical schematics, power distribution & controls, motor & motor controls, and other industrial controls.
  • Desire to work in a Team Based Environment
  • Good communication skills; communicate with clarity; pertinent content and demonstration of required skills
  •   Talking on 2-way radios, and telephone.
  • Understand and communicate team and area goals and objectives
  • Ability to follow directions independently and provide clear instructions to fellow team members
  • Ability to give and receive constructive feedback with sensitivity, using questions and information to further team goals
  • Commitment to principles of team-based work environment
  • Demonstrate the ability to initiate and complete work assignments with minimal supervision
  • 3 or more years of experience, with a mechanical aptitude
  • Weekend Maintenance is expected

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High-school degree or equivalent is required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMP's and general instructions. Good communication skills are required.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out both oral and written instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and lift. The employee is required to stand and walk at minimum 70% of the time.
  • The employee must be able to work 12 hour shifts.
  • The employees must occasionally lift/push/pull or carry up to fifty (50) pounds, and should be able to lift 30-35 pounds on a frequent basis.
  • The employee must be able to squat or kneel and to bend on a frequent basis. 
  • The employee must be able to work in a cold and hot environment.
  • The employee must be able to tolerate exposure to flour and yeast materials.
  • The employee must be able to climb steps on a frequent basis.

SAFE PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environments characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

Cold and hot environment.

What you'll do

  • The Industrial Mechanic-Dry will work in various production and packaging areas to ensure high-quality product output while adhering to safety and GMP standards. Responsibilities include operating machinery, performing maintenance, and assisting team members as needed.

About The J.M. Smucker Co.

At The J.M. Smucker Co., it is our privilege to make food people and pets love by offering a diverse family of brands available across North America. We are proud to lead in the coffee, peanut butter, fruit spreads, frozen handheld, sweet baked goods, dog snacks and cat food categories by offering brands consumers trust for themselves and their families each day including Folgers®, Dunkin'®, Café Bustelo®, Jif®, Smucker's® Uncrustables®, Smucker's®, Hostess®, Milk-Bone® and Meow Mix®. Through our unwavering commitment to producing high quality products, operating responsibly and ethically and delivering on our Purpose, we will continue to grow our business while making a positive impact on society.

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