Your Opportunity as Technical Leader

LOCATION

Longmont, CO

REPORT TO

Department Manager

In this role you will:

Be responsible for the manufacture of consumer foods which comply with all Food Safety, Quality, and regulatory requirements. Understand and support The J.M. Smucker, Longmont Safety Program policies and perform work related activities in a safe manner. Recognize unsafe work conditions and suggest new safety standards as appropriate.Enhance overall safety, quality, and productivity in the Sandwich Making department by providing technical expertise and guidance, implement effective predictive and preventative PM programs, and build capability in all techniciansMaximize equipment availability, minimize unplanned downtime, and extend equipment life through a sustainable PM program, root cause identification, and implementation of improvement and loss elimination projectsOwn department maintenance results, including breakdowns, stops, equipment downtime, maintenance spending, work order completion, etc.Own that department equipment is maintained in base condition and coach Technical Resources to identify and fix defects and eliminate/mitigate repeat defectsDevelop and execute the technical budget for the departmentDrive high-performance work culture by engaging with team members on the floor and coaching to problem solve, make decisions, and become self-reliantAddress gaps in department performance through the implementation and effective coaching of Smucker Continuous Improvement methodologies; foster a zero-loss cultureUnderstand and use Progressive Pillar Maintenance tools to drive department results; Coach on tool execution and ensure department complianceConsistently spend time on the production floor observing, coaching, and providing feedback to Technical Resources and TR TraineesBuild mastery level skills in technical resources, advanced technical skills in TR trainees, and basic technical skills in all techniciansActively participate in developing and executing advanced mechanical training and qualification programs; participate in assessments, ensure effective training, and maintain consistent qualification standardsHave an expert level understanding of equipment in your designated department; Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise to the teamsProvide coaching and direction to the department Mechanical Coordinator and Reliability SpecialistCoach the Mechanical Coordinator, teams, and department leadership on effective work order planning and schedulingEnsure technical documentation, PMs and spares for department equipment and systems are identified and in placeBe responsible for development and improvement of maintenance procedures to facilitate the PM programOwn a plant safety and/or quality key elementDevelop and maintain equipment standards and participating in design reviews for capital projectsAssist in coordinating Commissioning, Qualification and Verification (CQV) activities for plant project start-upsLead cross functional teams to deliver cost savings initiatives and departmental projectsModel the Basic Beliefs and Our Commitment to Each OtherProvide leadership and flexibility to support plant teams and technical resources

Colorado Specific Salary Range

$91,000 - $132,000

This role is eligible for our Annual Incentive Plan bonus

The Right Role for You  

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.  

  

What We are Looking For:   

Minimum Requirements:  

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in engineeringMinimum of 5 years of relevant experienceAbility to effectively engage, lead, and build capability on the floorAbility to provide feedback and coaching and deliver results through influenceStrong analytical troubleshooting, technical problem-solving, and root cause identification skillsSelf-motivated with a sense of urgency and able to motivate othersUnderstands technical systems and terminology and has experience learning and integrating new technologiesDemonstrated results in manufacturing maintenance utilizing maintenance systemsExperience with plant ERP/CMMS software (Proficy, Project Management, eAM, Maximo, etc.)Effective presentation, written, and verbal communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Suite applicationsWillingness to work off-shifts or weekends as neededWillingness to relocate for future opportunities

Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role:   

Experience leading, supervising, or managing othersFood manufacturing experienceExperience leading the installation of equipment in food manufacturing environmentMechanical and electrical experience in a food manufacturing environmentOpen to managing operating teams as needed (as backup or future assignment)

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