Packaging Operator

Company: The J. M. Smucker Company
Location: Lawrence
Posted on: November 24, 2022

Job Description:

PACKAGING OPERATORLawrence, KSCompetitive Starting Pay $24.44Second shift works 3:30 pm - midnight Monday thru FridaySome overtime is requiredWhy Smucker is the Place for YouYou 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, 401(k) Savings Plan with up to 7% Company match, 3 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid company holidays plus 4 personal days, Parental leave, Perfect Attendance Bonus, and Annual Holiday BonusEnsuring a collaborative and friendly workplace - an environment you will look forward to coming into each dayYour OpportunityAt 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:Operate and monitor packaging equipment with emphasis on safety, quality and speed in support of the manufacturing of products such as Kibbles 'n Bits, Gravy Train, and Ol' Roy. Activities include start-up, shutdown, change over and cleaning packaging equipment and areasResponsible for all necessary quality checks and inspections. React accordingly to results of said checksMaintain sanitation and safety at excellent levels in the packaging areasThe Right Role For YouAre you motivated by the chance to help provide quality products consumers count on every day? Are you interested in working with a collaborative team to get the job done while learning new skills? If so, you are exactly who we are looking for to join our Company!What we're looking for:High school diploma or equivalent requiredExperience in a food manufacturing environment and knowledge of process improvement preferredProven mechanical or electrical aptitude preferredAbility to prioritize work in a fast paced, high speed manufacturing environmentA proven track record of good attendance and consistent performance delivering consistent safety and qualityCapability to work well in a team environment and be willing to help solve problems and implement solutionsExpectations:Able to operate, perform basic physical activities: climbing, standing, bending, twisting, and moving around stairs, ladders, platforms and various equipmentAble to lift objects up to 65 pounds frequentlyMust be able to effectively read, comprehend, interpret, record, and apply information from documentsQualified candidates may be required to complete an assessmentLearn More About Working at SmuckerThriving Together PhilosophyOur Continued Progress on Inclusion, Diversity and EquityOur Values That Define the Smucker Culture

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