TITLE:
Maintenance Technician – permanent 2nd shift (3:00pm-11:30pm Mon-Fri) or a permanent 3rd shift (11:00pm – 7:30am Sun-Thur). Due to business needs this could change to a rotating schedule across the 3 shifts.

LOCATION:
New Bethlehem, PA

REPORTS TO:
Technical Leader

Why Smucker is the Place for You

You 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:

Competitive Starting pay of $29.67 Plus $1.50/HR Shift Differential (only on 2nd or 3rd shift) with a qualified rate of $31.32/HR Plus $1.50/HR Shift Differential (only on 2nd or 3rd shift)Comprehensive benefits package effective first day of employment, including: medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan with up to 7% Company match, 2 weeks paid vacation with option to purchase a 3rd week, 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 day

Your Opportunity

At 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:

Quick learner – Must be willing to learn new skills such as how to safely and effectively maintain the production equipmentResponsible – Consistent on-time attendance record, comfortable assessing situations and making recommendations after reviewing related informationMath skills – Fluent in basic and applied math skills such as measuring materials and equipment settings for machine adjustments and set-upProblem solving skills – Able to logically approach a situation and determine the root cause and likely solutionsTeam player – Able to work with other crewmembers and staff to maximize everyone’s skills to progress the team’s overall goalsCommunication 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 resultsUnderstand operation of all equipment in facilityOwnership in obtaining quotes and ordering parts for production equipmentEnsure all quality related aspects of the product are maintainedMaintain a safe, healthy productive work environmentPerform preventative maintenance activitiesTroubleshoot and repair all production related equipmentTroubleshoot electrical systems, control circuits and PLC componentsRecommend improved methods / cost saving measuresTrain, develop and assist production personnelOperate a forklift truckBecome certified in electric systems, lockout/tag out and weldingSafely operate all shop equipment and power toolsBasic knowledge of machinery, welding and fabricationWilling to clean work areas and equipmentExcellent communication and organizational skills3 – 5 years’ experience in manufacturing equipment repairAbility to work a specific shift rotation that could include 1st, 2nd or 3rd

The Right Role for You

Are 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 degree or equivalent is requiredTechnical Degree or Experience with electrical or mechanical systems – PreferredAbility to work weekends as needed is a mustStands up for beliefs and values of the CompanyConsistently trusted and respectedAlways confronts unethical actionsRole model for attendance & punctualityShares facts and opinions in a constructive mannerProduces the highest quality work, provides desired resultsOperates with continuous improvement mindset striving for zero lossChallenges the status quo and brings forth innovative ideasAnticipates quality challenges actively mitigates riskPromotes a collaborative approachRole model for creating a positive work environmentDemonstrates genuine care and compassion for othersActively seeks internal customer feedback and perspectiveAbility to Implement (Communication, Sense of Urgency, Teamwork)Operates with a team player mindset, able to handle disagreementHigh output, results focusedExpertly identifies priorities, manages time appropriatelyWorks hard to understand other viewpoints