Featured Local Jobs: Maintenance Technician and Plant Technicians

The J.M. Smucker plant in New Bethlehem, PA currently has openings for a maintenance technician and plant technicians.

Title: Maintenance Technician
Location: New Bethlehem, PA
Reports to: Technical Leader

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The primary functions of the Maintenance Technician include, but are not limited to:

• Quick learner – Must be willing to learn new skills such as how to safely and effectively maintain the production equipment
• Responsible – Consistent on-time attendance record, comfortable assessing situations and making recommendations after reviewing related information
• Math skills – Fluent in basic and applied math skills such as measuring materials and equipment settings for machine adjustments and set-up
• Problem-solving skills – Able to logically approach a situation and determine the root cause and likely solutions
• Team player – Able to work with other crew members and staff to maximize everyone’s skills to progress the team’s overall goals
• Communication skills – Need to be able to verbalize ideas to work effectively with other crew members and staff. Proficient written and reading skills to document daily operational results
• Understand operation of all equipment in facility
• Ownership in obtaining quotes and ordering parts for production equipment
• Ensure all quality-related aspects of the product are maintained
• Maintain a safe, healthy productive work environment
• Perform preventative maintenance activities
• Troubleshoot and repair all production-related equipment
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, control circuits and PLC components
• Recommend improved methods / cost-saving measures
• Train, develop and assist production personnel
• Operate a forklift truck
• Become certified in electric systems, lockout/tag out and welding
• Safely operate all shop equipment and power tools
• Basic knowledge of machinery, welding and fabrication
• Willing to clean work areas and equipment
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• 3 – 5 years’ experience in manufacturing equipment repair
• Ability to work a specific shift rotation that could include 1st, 2nd or 3rd

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High-school degree or equivalent is required
• Technical Degree or Experience with electrical or mechanical systems – Preferred

KEY CAPABILITIES & METRICS:

• Ability to work weekends as needed is a must
• Stands up for beliefs and values of the Company
• Consistently trusted and respected
• Always confronts unethical actions
• Role model for attendance & punctuality
• Shares facts and opinions in a constructive manner
• Produces the highest quality work, provides desired results
• Operates with continuous improvement mindset striving for zero loss
• Challenges the status quo and brings forth innovative ideas
• Anticipates quality challenges actively mitigates risk
• Promotes a collaborative approach
• Role model for creating a positive work environment
• Demonstrates genuine care and compassion for others
• Actively seeks internal customer feedback and perspective
• Ability to Implement (Communication, Sense of Urgency, Teamwork)
• Operates with a team player mindset, able to handle disagreement
• High output, results focused
• Expertly identifies priorities, manages time appropriately
• Works hard to understand other viewpoints

BENEFITS

• 3 weeks paid vacation
• 401 (k) with company match of 7%
• 12 paid holidays
• Competitive Benefits Package (effective date of hire)

To apply visit https://www.jmsmucker.com/careers.

Title: Plant Technician
Location: New Bethlehem, PA
Reports to: Area Leader

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.
• Performs the necessary activities to operate, maintain, and clean assigned production equipment.
• Understands, follows, and improves documented operational, maintenance, and sanitation standards in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) work environment.
• Identifies and corrects equipment defects.
• Performs cleaning, inspection, and lubrication (CIL) activities.
• Identifies and troubleshoots basic machinery and process issues.
• Learns and performs basic repair and maintenance activities.
• Performs sanitation activities on a regular basis.
• Performs equipment changeovers.
• Operates material handling equipment such as forklifts, hand trucks, pallet jacks, etc.
• Creates or updates documentation as needed (SOPs, Job Aids, CIL Improvements).
• Uses continuous improvement tools to eliminate losses and drive issues to root cause; documents, communicates, and implements corrective and preventative actions.
• Use basic hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, drills, grinders, etc.
• Analyzes information using principles of math and statistics.
• Assists in solving problems using analytical troubleshooting, critical thinking and root cause analysis.
• Works as part of a team and assists fellow employees as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

SELECTION CRITERIA
Education

• High-school degree or equivalent is required
• A two-year degree or technical degree is preferred Experience
• Previous manufacturing experience is preferred

Other

• Able to work afternoon (3pm – 11:30pm) or midnight (11pm – 7:30am) 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
• Good communication skills, including the ability to give and receive feedback
• Able to set and meet goals
• Able to work both independently and on a team
• Works well with support personnel to maintain high standards for safety, quality, and reliability and drive improvements
• Able to make data-driven decisions and engage others as appropriate
• Basic computer skills including email and Microsoft Office
• Able to learn company specific computer systems
• Able to perform the key responsibilities outlined above in accordance with safety standards and practices

Physical requirements of the job include the ability to:

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Stand, sit, walk, enter confined spaces, push, pull, kneel, squat, and climb
• Perform repetitive actions, reach, and feel
• Hear, speak, and see

BENEFITS

• 3 weeks paid vacation
• 401 (k) with company match of 7%
• 12 paid holidays
• Competitive Benefits Package (effective date of hire)

To apply visit https://www.jmsmucker.com/careers.