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Technical Leader

The J.M. Smucker Company
United States, Colorado, Longmont
Jul 23, 2025
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 technicians Maximize equipment availability, minimize unplanned downtime, and extend equipment life through a sustainable PM program, root cause identification, and implementation of improvement and loss elimination projects Own 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 defects Develop and execute the technical budget for the department Drive high-performance work culture by engaging with team members on the floor and coaching to problem solve, make decisions, and become self-reliant Address gaps in department performance through the implementation and effective coaching of Smucker Continuous Improvement methodologies; foster a zero-loss culture Understand and use Progressive Pillar Maintenance tools to drive department results; Coach on tool execution and ensure department compliance Consistently spend time on the production floor observing, coaching, and providing feedback to Technical Resources and TR Trainees Build mastery level skills in technical resources, advanced technical skills in TR trainees, and basic technical skills in all technicians Actively participate in developing and executing advanced mechanical training and qualification programs; participate in assessments, ensure effective training, and maintain consistent qualification standards Have an expert level understanding of equipment in your designated department; Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise to the teams Provide coaching and direction to the department Mechanical Coordinator and Reliability Specialist Coach the Mechanical Coordinator, teams, and department leadership on effective work order planning and scheduling Ensure technical documentation, PMs and spares for department equipment and systems are identified and in place Be responsible for development and improvement of maintenance procedures to facilitate the PM program Own a plant safety and/or quality key element Develop and maintain equipment standards and participating in design reviews for capital projects Assist in coordinating Commissioning, Qualification and Verification (CQV) activities for plant project start-ups Lead cross functional teams to deliver cost savings initiatives and departmental projects Model the Basic Beliefs and Our Commitment to Each Other Provide 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 engineering Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience Ability to effectively engage, lead, and build capability on the floor Ability to provide feedback and coaching and deliver results through influence Strong analytical troubleshooting, technical problem-solving, and root cause identification skills Self-motivated with a sense of urgency and able to motivate others Understands technical systems and terminology and has experience learning and integrating new technologies Demonstrated results in manufacturing maintenance utilizing maintenance systems Experience with plant ERP/CMMS software (Proficy, Project Management, eAM, Maximo, etc.) Effective presentation, written, and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Suite applications Willingness to work off-shifts or weekends as needed Willingness to relocate for future opportunities Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role: Experience leading, supervising, or managing others Food manufacturing experience Experience leading the installation of equipment in food manufacturing environment Mechanical and electrical experience in a food manufacturing environment Open to managing operating teams as needed (as backup or future assignment) Learn More About Working at Smucker Helping our Employees Thrive Delivering on Our Purpose Our Continued Commitment to Ensuring a Workplace for All Follow us on LinkedIn #LI-TJ1 #INDSA