Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Company: The J.M. Smucker Company
Location: Longmont
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

TITLE

Maintenance Mechanic

REPORTS TO

Area Leader

NUMBER OF OPENINGS

Multiple

LOCATION

Longmont, Colorado

COMPENSATION BASE RATE

Technician 3 ($28.41/hour) or Technician 4 ($36.67/hour)

Rotational Adder ($1.75/hour)

BENEFITS

https://www.jmsmucker.com/careers/why-smucker/employee-benefits

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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 and behaviors and engages with co-workers to ensure conditions and behaviors comply with policies. Suggests changes to safety policies as appropriate
• Performs the necessary activities to operate, maintain, and clean production equipment.
• Understands, follows, and improves documented operational, maintenance, and sanitation standards in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) work environment.
• Performs equipment changeovers and sanitation activities.
• Performs preventative maintenance activities, work orders, and lubrication in a timely manner to maximize performance of plant equipment. Improves and modifies preventative maintenance activities as appropriate.
• Inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, and/or replaces complex processing and packaging equipment including: Mechanical components such as conveyor belts, bearings, motors, pulleys, shafts, gearboxes, etc. Pneumatic components such as air cylinders, diverters, hoses, regulators, pumps, valves, etc.
• Utilizes drawings, prints, and instruction manuals to determine proper steps to be taken for equipment preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs.
• Coaches other team members on technical skills, machine functionality, defect identification and resolution, and equipment repairs.
• Active participant in training and qualification programs for designated line/area. Participates in assessments, ensures effective training, and maintains consistent qualification standards.
• Uses continuous improvement tools, including breakdown elimination, to eliminate losses and drive issues to root cause; documents, communicates, and implements corrective and preventative actions.
• Serves as owner of one or more technical, safety, or quality systems and is responsible for building technician skill and providing ongoing coaching.
• Creates documentation as needed (SOPs, Job Aids, PM Improvements, etc.).
• Increases skills and knowledge by attending technical training sessions, participating in vendor visits, and scheduled maintenance activities.
• Uses a computer to input and maintain accurate records and data. Can utilize email and online training resources.
• Maintains accurate electronic database of repair and maintenance activities, including parts usage and time tracking.
• Facilitates effective shift pass down with the prior/next shift to discuss safety, quality, and production issues.
• Lead projects to improve safety, quality, and production results in a designated area.
• Works as part of a team and assists fellow employees as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  SELECTION CRITERIA
  
  EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
  
  • High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Associates, technical degree or training is preferred.
    • Minimum 3-5 years of mechanical or maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
      
      OTHER
      
      • Willing to work 12 hour rotating shifts and overtime as needed.
      • Willing to work a flexible schedule as needed.
      • Willing to travel for training (2 trips, 8 days each), once travel is permitted.
      • 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 provide leadership and prioritization in designated equipment area.
      • Able to set and meet goals.
      • Able to prioritize and manage workload in a changing environment.
      • 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 mathematical, statistical, and analytical skills.
      • Basic computer skills including email and Microsoft Office Suite.
      • Able to learn company specific computer systems, including maintenance enterprise system.
      • 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
          
          SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS (INTERNAL) MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE:
          
          Current job attendance and performance at a satisfactory level
          
          Must have a minimum of 1 year in the core (make/pack/ship) since last Operational Support role.
          
          Must apply through Workday and submit a current updated and relevant resume with your application. Your manager will be contacted to discuss relevant experience, skills, and performance.
          
          You must notify your manager regarding your application.
          
          Transfer dates will be determined on an individual basis based on factors such as the urgency to fill the position, status of the employee's present position, and difficulty in filling the employee's present skills.
          
          Roles will be posted for a 7-day period on the Company Bulletin Board and an All Plant email notification of a new posting.
          
          Employees will be given a 3-day time period to accept the role.
          
          Internal Announcements will be posted by Site HR.

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