Production General Labor- Entry Level at J.M. Smucker

Topeka, Kansas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Food Manufacturing, Consumer GoodsIndustries

Requirements

High-school degree or equivalent
Ability to report to work on time and work the entire scheduled shift with timely and regular attendance
Ability to successfully handle and manage stress
Accustomed to working in a high-volume, fast-paced, complex, and busy environment
Proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities
Strong problem-solving skills with a “can-do” mindset and attitude
Flexibility to work additional hours, overtime, or shift coverage as needed
Team player attitude with positive, professional interaction and cooperation with others
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, GMPs, and general instructions
Good communication skills
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out oral and written instructions
Ability to stand and walk at minimum 70% of the time
Ability to work 12-hour shifts with flexibility for additional planned or unplanned hours
Ability to occasionally lift/push/pull/carry up to 50 pounds and frequently lift 30-35 pounds
Ability to squat, kneel, and bend frequently
Ability to work in cold (40-50 degree) and hot (90-100 degree) environments
Ability to tolerate exposure to flour and yeast materials
Ability to climb steps and vertical ladders up to 10ft high frequently
Ability to perform essential job functions consistent with safety standards

Responsibilities

Follow all company Safety Rules and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)
Produce high quality products in a safe and healthful manner
Maintain assigned shift attendance
Work in all areas of production and packaging as assigned, including operating machinery, being in close proximity to it, and crossing platforms over it
Work as part of a team
Assist fellow employees as needed
Perform quality inspections
Monitor/operate equipment (e.g., palletizer)
Stock production lines with materials
Safely operate powered industrial equipment
Track quality and waste metrics
Emphasize sanitation/cleaning
Assist line technicians in general daily activities
Maintain forklift and floor jacks
Move finished skids to warehouse area

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

GMPQuality InspectionPalletizer OperationForklift OperationPowered Industrial EquipmentSanitationProblem Solving

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education is required for this Production General Labor position?

A high-school degree or equivalent is required.

What shift structure does this job involve?

The role requires assigned shift attendance, including the ability to work 12-hour shifts with flexibility for additional planned or unplanned hours as needed.

What are the key skills needed for this entry-level production role?

Key skills include strong problem-solving, a 'can-do' mindset, ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, flexibility for overtime, and being a team player.

What is the company culture like for this position at J.M. Smucker?

The culture emphasizes safety, teamwork, cooperation, and a positive professional attitude, with a focus on producing high-quality products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What makes a strong candidate for this Production General Labor job?

Strong candidates demonstrate reliable attendance, physical ability to stand/walk 70% of the time and lift, stress management in a fast-paced setting, and a flexible team-oriented attitude.