TITLE 

Maintenance Mechanic (Night Shift) 

REPORTS TO 

Area Leader 

NUMBER OF OPENINGS 

Multiple 

LOCATION 

Longmont, Colorado 

COMPENSATION BASE RATE 

Technician 5 ($39.18) + ($3/ hr shift differential) 

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 ANDEXPERIENCE 

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. 

REQUIREMENTS 

Ability to read, write, and interpret documents such as safety rules, Good Manufacturing Practices, and general instructions. 

Good communication skills are required both verbally and written. 

Ability to perform critical thinking skills to problem solve and resolve conflicts. 

Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional & team-oriented environment 

Employee must have the ability to perform the essential job functions identified above consistent with safety standards and practices with or without reasonable accommodation. 

PHYSICAL DEMAND 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions and duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, and climb steps   

The employee must be able to work 13-hour night shifts (5:30pm-6:30am) 

The employee must be able to squat or kneel and to bend on a frequent basis. 

The employee must be able to tolerate exposure to flour and yeast, oils, and peanut butter as well as other materials. 

The employee must be able to lift + 50 pounds on an occasional basis. The applicant must pass an occupational physical test. 

Employee is required to have a minimum of 20/40 vision in each eye with or without corrective lenses.  The applicant must pass a standard eye exam. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment’s characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Working conditions: 

Weekend work. 

2-2-3 weekly schedule format.

Computer usage. 

Environment temperature varies between hot and cold conditions. 

Noise level is moderate to high; hearing conservation program required. 

Operating, being near, and crossing platforms/ladders over or under machinery. 

The J. M. Smucker Co. (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.