Smucker
manufacturing
PlantTechnician
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“Plant Technician at Smucker. Manufacture consumer foods. Operate production equipment”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver safe, high-quality products; Maintain high standards for safety; Maintain high standards for quality; Maintain high standards for reliability; Drive improvements
Industry & Context.
Identifies and troubleshoots basic machinery and process issues; Analytical troubleshooting; Critical thinking; Root cause analysis; Solve problems
Shift Differential, Parental leave, Perfect Attendance Reward, Annual Holiday Bonus, 2nd shift (3:00 pm – 11:30 pm) M-F, 3rd shift (11 pm – 7:30 am) Sun-Thur, Overtime as needed
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High-school degree or equivalent, Able to work afternoons(3:00 pm – 11:30 pm) shifts and overtime as needed, Able to read, understand, and follow documents such as safety policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and general instructions, Able to understand and carry out both oral and written instructions, Able to set and meet goals, Able to work both independently and on a team, Able to perform the key responsibilities outlined above in accordance with safety standards and practices, Lift and carry up to 50 pounds, Stand, sit, walk, push, pull, kneel, squat, and climb, Perform repetitive actions, reach, and feel, Hear, speak, and see
Nice to Have
A two-year degree or technical degree, Previous manufacturing experience
What You'll Do.
Manufacture consumer foods
Operate production equipment
Maintain production equipment
Clean production equipment
Identify equipment defects
Troubleshoot machinery issues
Troubleshoot process issues
Perform basic maintenance
Perform sanitation activities
Perform equipment changeovers
Operate material handling equipment
Use continuous improvement tools
Implement corrective actions
Implement preventative actions
Assist fellow employees
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Contribute within the framework of a highly functioning Team; Works well with support personnel; Works as part of a team; Assists fellow employees as needed; Works with a collaborative team
Communication Scope
Good communication skills; Ability to give and receive feedback; Communicate corrective actions; Communicate preventative actions
Full Job Description
TITLE Plant Technician – 2nd shift (3:00 pm – 11:30 pm) M-F and Plant Technician – 3rd shift (11 pm – 7:30 am) Sun-Thur LOCATION New Bethlehem, PA REPORTS TO Area Leader ** _Why Smucker is the Place for You_** 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: * Competitive Starting pay $22.12/hr., Plus $1.50/HR Shift Differential * Comprehensive benefits package effective first day of employment, including: medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan with up to 7% Company match, 2 weeks paid vacation with option to purchase a 3rd week, 12 paid company holidays plus 4 personal days, Parental leave, Perfect Attendance Reward, and Annual Holiday Bonus * Ensuring a collaborative and friendly workplace – an environment you will look forward to coming into each day ** _Your Opportunity_** At Smucker, we view our manufacturing operations as the heart of our efforts to deliver food people and pets love. It is foundational to our commitment to provide safe, high-quality products our consumers count on for themselves and their families. With this, we believe passionately in promoting manufacturing as a career. That means ensuring continued growth and development opportunities to help you expand your skills while providing an enjoyable and supportive environment. In this role, you will: * Be able to contribute within the framework of a highly functioning Team * Responsible for the manufacture of consumer foods which comply with all food safety, quality and regulatory requirements. * Understands and supports company and site safety policies and performs work related activities in a safe manner. Recognizes unsafe work conditions, coaches peers, and suggests new safety standards as appropriate.
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