Manufacturing/Production Technician - Entry Level

Area Leader/Team Leader

Multiple

McCalla, Alabama

You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment - one that allows you to deliver your best work while enjoying each day. That is exactly what you will find at Smucker.  Inspired by our unique culture, we are determined to support every employee as part of our commitment to be an employer of choice. Highlights include:

• Comprehensive benefits package effective first day of employment, including: medical, dental and vision insurance, 80-hour vacation accrual, 401(k) Savings Plan with up to 7% Company match, 12 paid company holidays plus 4 personal days, parental leave, and annual holiday bonus
• Ensuring a collaborative and friendly workplace – an environment you will look forward to coming into each day.

• →Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• →Understands and supports the J.M. Smucker McCalla safety program policies and performs work related activities in a safe manner.  Recognizes unsafe working conditions and suggests new safety standards as appropriate.
• →Understands, follows, and improves documented operational, maintenance, and sanitation standards in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) environment.
• →Creates or updates documentation as needed (SOPs, Job Aids, CIL Improvements)
• →Follow site attendance policy.
• →Follow the J.M. Smucker Basic Beliefs and Code of Conduct.
• →Must be able to work flexible work schedules and overtime as needed.
• →Follows skill progression to improve skill and knowledge by attending technical training sessions, participating in vendor visits and scheduled maintenance activities.
• →Produce high-quality consumer foods which comply with all food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• →Works in all areas of production and packaging as assigned, including operating, being in close. proximity to and crossing platforms over or under machinery.
• →Ability to perform the essential functions of the job and perform as a member of a team.
• →Assist fellow team members and other departments as needed.
• →Leads a functional area (safety, quality, sanitation, etc.) for the team, including coaching and training team members, acting as a communication conduit, and driving improvements.

• →Serves as equipment owner and leads projects to improve safety, quality, and production results for designated equipment area.
• →Serves as trainer for designated equipment area; responsible for building technician skills and providing ongoing coaching.

• →Ability to perform the operation of the equipment, perform general maintenance, preventative maintenance as assigned, and CIP/CIL/COP sanitation operations as required.
• →Performs equipment changeovers.
• →Ability to troubleshoot machinery and process issues, including basic repair and maintenance activities.
• →Ability to operate sanitation equipment and material handling equipment such as forklifts, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.
• →Ability to select and use appropriate basic hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, drills, grinders, etc.
• →Identifies and corrects equipment defects.
• →Uses a computer to input and maintain accurate records and data; utilizes basic computer programs for e-mail and online training resources.
• →Analyzes information using principles of math and statistics.
• →Ability to identify visual defects and make corrections as needed.
• →Solves problems using analytical troubleshooting, critical thinking, and root cause analysis.
• →Uses continuous improvement tools to eliminate losses and drive issues to root cause; documents, communicates, and implements corrective and preventative actions.
• →Completes other tasks as require.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Previous manufacturing, production, warehouse, or industrial work experience preferred, but not required.
• Experience working in a food manufacturing, food production, food processing, or other food-related environment is a plus.

Ability to read, write, and interpret documents such as a safety rules, GMPs, and general instructions.  Good communication skills are required both verbally and written.  Ability to use a computer and input data required for production. Ability to give and receive feedback.

Ability to perform critical thinking skills to problem solve and resolve conflicts.

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 90% of the time.
• The employee must be able to work 12-hour shifts, days, or nights.
• The employee must be able to work weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• The employees must occasionally life/push/pull or carry up to 60 pounds and should be able to lift 35-60 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 varying temperature conditions on a regular and frequent basis.
• The employee must be able to tolerate exposure to flour and yeast, oils, and peanut butter as well as other materials.
• The employee must be able to climb steps on a regular and frequent basis.
• The employee must be able to work at heights above 6 feet, climb ladders, and operate elevated devices such as aerial, crane, and scissor/boom lifts on a frequent basis.
• May be required to enter confined spaces occasionally.
• Repetitive motion, reaching, handling/feeling frequently (60-90% of the time).
• Hearing protection required.

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 reasonable accommodation.

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

• Regular computer usage.
• This position follows a 2-2-3 schedule (day or night shifts). Employees must be available to work on weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to travel for various training sessions.
• Noise levels range from moderate to high; participation in a hearing conservation program is required.
• Employees may be required to work in a variety of environmental hot and cold conditions. Some areas may reach temperatures as low as 40°F (4°C), while others may range between 95°F and 100°F (35°C–38°C). Certain areas may experience extreme cold, with temperatures dropping to -10°F (-23°C).

The J. M. Smucker Co. (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies. We are actively building a pipeline of qualified candidates for potential opportunities within our organization. Applications will be reviewed for both current openings and future positions that may become available. Submission of an application or resume does not guarantee consideration for an immediate opening.

*To ensure full consideration for this opportunity, please provide your most recent and accurate work history on your application. Uploading a current resume is preferred but not required.

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. 

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We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status.