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Production Technician Downstairs Snacks Processing

J.M. SmuckerTopeka, KS, US

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Production Technician Snacks Processing

To make / produce high quality treats with minimal yield loss, to produce product for the company.

Key Responsibilities :

Follow all company safety rules and good manufacturing practices.
Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner.
Assigned shift attendance is required.
Make dye.
Make coating.
Adding hand-adds to dry mixes.
Responsible for running and monitoring system on a continuous basis.
Responsible for weekly start-ups, shut-downs and clean-ups.
Responsible for minor maintenance of department equipment.
Sanitation is a constant and critical issue keep production and preparation areas clean.
Operation of forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
Must be prepared to do what is manually required to keep system running.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Assist fellow employees as needed.

Qualifications :

Must be able to report to work on time and work the entire scheduled work period or shift.

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 able 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.

Ability to work alone / unsupervised (make decisions, correct problems, complete tasks, etc.)

Good utilization of time and initiative.

Knowledge and experience in use of tools.

Ability to learn and adapt quickly to changes.

Basic knowledge of diagrams and schematics know how to follow and read.

Basic computer skills.

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 :

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 8 hour rotating shifts, with the flexibility to work additional planned or unplanned hours, as business needs.

The employees must 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 (40-50 degree) environment.

The employee must be able to tolerate exposure to flour and yeast materials.

The employee must be able to climb steps and vertical ladders 10ft high on a frequent basis.

The employee must be able to work with automatic equipment, pressurized air hoses, high pressure hoses, strahman water hoses (hot-steam injected water) and very hot piping.

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 :

Hot in summer, cold in winter.

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

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Processing Technician • Topeka, KS, US