Full-Time
Assistant Manager
Sanitation, Arkadelphia
Posted on 8/27/2025
J.M. Smucker
1,001-5,000 employees
Produces jams, peanut butter, breakfast foods
No salary listed
Caddo Valley, AR, USA
Hybrid
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- A Bachelor’s degree or higher is required
- Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience in the food industry; food industry sanitation experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as MSDS, safety rules, and procedure manuals.
- Proficient in writing reports and computing rates, ratios, and percentages for preparing cleaning chemicals.
- Knowledge and understanding of food manufacturing pest control regulations and requirements.
- Must have strong Leadership Skills. Must be able to direct the efforts of a team, including engaging team members and enabling the team’s success.
- Previous experience using problem solving tools - root cause analysis and statistical driven analysis is required
- Proven people/organizational development skills. Willing to work effectively with individuals and teams across the organization
- Have the ability to work effectively given basic coaching and guidance. Have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively verbally and in writing
- Ability to define a problem statement, identify root cause, and develop/implement systemic corrective actions
- Have the ability to prioritize work based on impact to the business and communicate priorities effectively to leadership and to peers.
- Efficiently utilize a computer with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Skilled in analytical, critical, inductive, and deductive logic and reasoning.
- Adaptable, flexible, and effective in time and scheduling management.
- Occasionally required to conduct meetings or lead group discussions
- Willing to work flexible hours (weekends, off shifts), as needed
- Oversee day-to-day sanitation of equipment and facilities.
- Supervise, motivate, and train sanitation work.
- Train all full-time and temporary employees in the areas of Food Safety, GMP’s, BRC, Allergens, Pest Control, Quality Risk Assessment, Proficy, Food Defense and Sanitation.
- Train, plan, assign, and direct sanitation work.
- Train and document all sanitation work for the safe operation and disassembly of equipment.
- Responsible for developing and leading systems and initiatives for the manufacturing of consumer foods, which comply with all food safety, quality and regulatory requirements.
- Comply with and understand FDA and company policies for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
- Ensure quality, productivity, and food safety standards are met.
- Develop and document cleaning procedures, including SSOPs and cleaning logs for all equipment and facility areas.
- Develop, maintain, and comply with the Master Sanitation Schedule.
- Understand the fundamentals of the Smucker 19 Key Elements and policies, BRC scheme, Food Safety Preventive Control concepts to back up the site QA Manager as needed.
- Ensure compliance with corporate standards and systems to monitor food safety, and facility cleanliness.
- Execution of monitoring and maintaining compliance of the sanitation budget.
- Inspect, monitor, and educate departments regarding food safety and sanitary conditions within the facility.
- Promote safety through work procedures, orderly work environments, and employee safety programs.
- Empowerment, Collaboration, Motivation, and Enthusiasm - supervisory skills; demonstrate leadership by influencing others in implementing sanitation programs through effective communication, individual technical knowledge, and training. Build organization capability through Quality Pillar methodologies and ensuring QA system health through QAKE and SPC work
- Be an active member of the site Quality Pillar Team.
- Ensure food safety, quality control specifications, and food safety standards are met.
- Collaborate with management and chemical suppliers to improve sanitation results and reduce costs.
- Ensure food safety and quality during sanitation processes.
- Work closely with R&D and Quality Assurance on sanitation issues concerning production, new products, special runs, etc.
- Coordinate with Maintenance and Operations to address any setup, machinery, pump, or mill problems.
- Work independently and within a team on special non-recurring and ongoing projects.
- Work to ensure quality products and services are delivered defect free to every customer and consumer.
- Lead potential foreign material investigations and drive foreign material outages through root cause.
- Responsible for identifying corrective and preventive actions from root causes.
- Understand and support The J.M. Smucker, Safety Program policies and performs work related activities in a safe manner.
- Ensure compliance with all safety rules and standards, including the proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Recognize unsafe work conditions and suggest new safety standards
- Appraise performance, reward, and discipline employees; address complaints and resolve problems.
- Build the business by increasing through-put, driving out losses/inefficiencies, increasing organizational capability & mastery
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- A BS in Science in Food Science, Microbiology, or Engineering is preferred but not required
- HACCP Certification is preferred
- An understanding of Food Safety, Food Defense, PCQI Principles, Quality 19 KE and BRC auditing is desired
- Knowledge and experience in the proper and safe use of sanitation chemicals. Certification in chemicals is a plus.
- Knowledge of regulatory bodies (FDA, USDA, Department of Ag), and BRC or similar standard inspection procedures.
- Understanding and knowledge of SSOP’s, LOTO, GMP’s, Programs and Policies regarding food manufacturing sanitation.
- Previous experience with statistical analysis processes and PQM tools to analyze complex data bases to expose losses, develop improvement and action plans is desired
- Understanding and previous experience of Prodika and SharePoint data base management is desired
- Have the high potential to grow and be able to assume the Site Quality Manager role in the future
Smucker makes and sells everyday food brands that families trust, from jams and jellies to a broad lineup of pantry staples. Its products work by meeting common cooking and eating needs, with items like fruit spreads, peanut butter, shortening, and baking mixes that are sold through grocery stores and other retailers. The company differentiates itself with a long history and a diversified portfolio formed through strategic acquisitions, giving it well-known brands and wide market reach. Its goal is to grow by expanding its product range, preserving brand trust, and increasing household share through better availability and convenience for consumers.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Orrville, Ohio
Founded
1897
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- US Retail Coffee segment surged 23% to $908.2M in Q3 2026 on pricing power.
- Elliott Investment Management partnership drives operational discipline and capital allocation improvements.
- Board refresh with CFO and snacking executives accelerates margin expansion and strategic focus.
What critics are saying
- February 2026 Emporia fire destroys coffee capacity, constraining highest-margin segment growth.
- Sweet Baked Snacks impairment signals portfolio misalignment with secular shift to better-for-you snacks.
- Adjusted EPS declined 9% despite 7% sales growth, revealing margin compression from input costs.
What makes J.M. Smucker unique
- Century-old brand portfolio with iconic consumer recognition across jams, peanut butter, and coffee.
- Diversified product mix spanning fruit spreads, ice cream toppings, peanut butter, and coffee segments.
- Strong free cash flow generation ($487M Q3 2026) enabling capital flexibility and shareholder returns.
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Smucker packaging refresh puts spotlight on brand and Valuation story. March 25, 2026 * J.M. Smucker, ticker NYSE:SJM, has introduced a major redesign of its iconic fruit spreads packaging. * This is the first significant update to the gingham-themed jars in nearly 30 years. * The refresh is intended to modernize shelf presence while keeping the brand's familiar identity. J.M. Smucker is a long established player in branded food products, and its fruit spreads are one of its most recognizable lines. Updating a core package look after decades is a meaningful brand decision, especially in center store grocery where label recognition often guides quick purchase decisions. For investors, a packaging overhaul on a flagship product can be an important signal about how management is thinking about consumer engagement and in store visibility. The new design could influence how shoppers perceive value, quality, and taste cues when comparing options in the spreads aisle. Investors may want to watch how retailers support the rollout and whether Smucker links the redesign with promotions, digital campaigns, or product mix changes, since those choices can shape how fully this kind of brand refresh is realized at shelf. Stay updated on the most important news stories for J. M. Smucker by adding it to your watchlist or portfolio. Alternatively, explore our Community to discover new perspectives on J. M. Smucker. Quick assessment. * | Price vs Analyst Target: At US$96.86 versus an analyst target of about US$125.87, the price is roughly 23% below consensus. * | Simply Wall St Valuation: Shares are described as trading at about 67.6% below an estimated fair value. * | Recent Momentum: The 30 day return of about 12.2% decline suggests weak short term sentiment. To assess whether it may be the right time to buy, sell or hold J. M. Smucker, visit Simply Wall St's company report for the latest analysis of J. M. Smucker's fair value. Key considerations. * | Packaging changes on a flagship line can influence shelf visibility and price perception for Jif and Smucker's spreads over time. * | Watch for any commentary on volumes, shelf resets, and marketing spend that links the redesign to revenue or margin trends. * | With debt not well covered by operating cash flow, investors may want to see that any lift from the refresh does not require heavy, ongoing spending. Dig deeper. For the full picture, including more risks and potential rewards, check out the complete J. M. Smucker analysis. You can also visit the community page for J. M. Smucker to see how other investors view this latest news and its impact on the company's narrative. This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned. New: manage all your stock Portfolios in one place. - Connect an unlimited number of Portfolios and see your total in one currency - Be alerted to new Warning Signs or Risks via email or mobile - Track the Fair Value of your stocks Have feedback on this article? Concerned about the content? Get in touch with us directly. Alternatively, email [email protected]
Leader of proposed data center in Columbus opens up about controversy. March 24, 2026 5:15 AM Gift Article Less than a year into her tenure leading economic development organization Choose Columbus, Missy Kendrick is already in the middle of a controversy: Project Ruby, a proposed $5.18 billion hyperscale data center. Kendrick has become the public face of this project, defending its economic potential while responding to community pushback. She spoke to the Ledger-Enquirer about her experience. "I have been doing economic development for over 30 years, so this is not the first controversial topic that I've ever run across," she said. "What has been challenging, and I think it's just a sign of the times, is that people now tend to be more vicious. They just tend to have personal attacks. And, to call somebody, whether it's an elected official or whatever, a liar, without having anything to back it up with, is just a different situation." Kendrick said she will continue to be the face of Project Ruby until the developer puts in their rezoning application, essentially naming themselves. "I'm trying to deal with that the best way that I can," she said. "... They're going to have to step forward, and I'll stand right there with them. But right now, it is trying to help facilitate the location of a data center in our community. That's my job, that's my role, and I'm working hard at trying to make it happen." Who is Missy Kendrick? Kendrick is the first president and CEO of Choose Columbus, the marketing arm for the Development Authority of Columbus. The Choose Columbus initiative was announced last year with Kendrick beginning her tenure in May. Before this role, Kendrick was president of the Rome-Floyd County Development Authority and is credited with helping to bring over 1,700 jobs and $3 billion in capital investment to Georgia communities, according to a Choose Columbus news release. In her first interview with the Ledger-Enquirer last year, Kendrick said the role became available at a time she was not looking for a career move. But the momentum of opportunity in Columbus convinced her to jump in. "I was very happy in Rome, doing a great job," she said. "But, upon talking to the leadership here, hearing the passion and seeing the opportunity and the momentum that we have right now, it's hard not to say I want to be a part of that." During her tenure, Kendrick and Choose Columbus have been credited with bringing new investments to the Columbus area, including JS Link's $223 million advanced magnet facility, bringing 524 new jobs, J.M. Smucker Co.'s $120 million bakery expansion, producing at least 48 new jobs, and BioTouch $12.5 million factory expansion, creating 480 new jobs. Choose Columbus has said the Project Ruby data center would bring 195 new jobs, ranging in salary from $80,000 to $120,000. 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I have said since I got here that I think every county should have a data center, especially some of our rural communities around us that do not have industry, do not have a way to offset property taxes, and don't have the money to do projects and development within their communities. A data center would be the best way for them to do it without raising taxes." A data center's capital investment far exceeds other large economic development projects, Kendrick said. The The largest capital investment for an economic development project Choose Columbus has announed is JS Link's $223 million advanced magnet facility. By comparison, Project Ruby's $5.18 billion price tag is roughly equal to 22 JS Link projects. Revenue generated by Project Ruby would be reinvested in the Columbus community, Kendrick said. "It's property taxes that will be paid to the tax commissioner, who then sends them to the city and the school system to make part of their budgets," she said. "You absolutely will see it and what [the city] decides to do with it." Kendrick has been hosting public meetings every other Friday to field questions and concerns from Columbus residents about economic development projects. Project Ruby questions have taken center stage. "When you have the subject-matter experts there, and you have the people that represent the water and the sewer that are answering your questions, and you still walk away with the same conversation or the same accusations or the same misrepresentations, then where do we go from there as a community?" she said. "How do we convince somebody who doesn't want to be convinced?" Kendrick says she will continue hosting these meetings "until people stop showing up." Columbus Ledger-Enquirer Jordyn Paul-Slater is the business and engagement reporter at the Ledger-Enquirer. Her work has appeared in publications such as Reuters, Fast Company and The New York Observer. She completed her master's degree in specialized journalism at the University of Southern California and earned her bachelor's degree in journalism from George Washington University.
The J.M. Smucker Co. & Convoy serve together. March 12, 2026 - 6:17 PM USA Reported by Convoy of Hope In March, Convoy of Hope honored The J.M. Smucker Co. with the 2025 Global Impact Award for their decade-long partnership and support. Employees were honored at The J.M. Smucker Co. and Hostess production facility in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, with the award recognizing their steadfast commitment to Convoy's mission. In 2025 alone, they donated hundreds of semi-loads of products to its work, and the Hostess brand has partnered with Convoy of Hope since 2016. "The J.M. Smucker team are great people who care and operate with excellence," said Convoy's Ethan Forhetz, VP of Public Engagement. "They are faithful to provide truckloads of items that people know and love. They have a true desire to help meet the needs of the hurting, and we are pleased to honor them for their commitment." Convoy receives multiple loads from the company every week, getting ready-to-eat food items that are used across its programs, whether distributing to partner organizations, community events, or disasters. Its disaster response team sees the comfort a Hostess product can bring in the midst of uncertainty. "Being able to distribute Hostess products after a disaster is one of the most meaningful things we have the opportunity to do," said Convoy's Eric Gordon. "For individuals and families who have been impacted and are just beginning their recovery journey, Hostess represents comfort and familiarity during an incredibly uncertain time. In fact, it is often one of the first items our partners request and begin distributing upon arrival." Convoy is grateful for companies like The J.M. Smucker Co. who give generously and selflessly to those in need. Convoy of Hope
For the first time in nearly 30 years, Smucker's is making A major change. Published on March 2, 2026 Smucker's, the beloved brand known for its fruit spreads, is getting a fresh look this spring. J.M. Smucker Co. announced that the packaging for its jams and preserves will be updated for the first time in nearly three decades. With increased competition on grocery shelves and evolving shopper preferences for contemporary, visually appealing brands, the redesign is part of the company's effort to modernize its iconic products while keeping the classic elements that customers recognize and love. The new labels feature a simplified design that highlights the fruit itself. Where once there was a busy botanical frame of vines and flowers, now three plump strawberries pop against a pink gingham background, drawing the eye to the heart of the jar. Text below the illustration now provides more detail about the product, describing it as spreadable and blended with fruit. The overall look is meant to feel fresh, clean, and approachable, while still evoking the comfort and tradition associated with the brand. This label update was first revealed at J.M. Smucker Co.'s 2026 Consumer Analyst Group of New York Conference in February. The company emphasized that it is the first redesign in almost 30 years, marking a notable shift in the way the product is presented, which has been a pantry staple for generations. While the packaging is new, the products themselves remain the same, preserving the flavors that have made Smucker's a favorite for breakfast tables and family gatherings. J.M. Smucker Co. is also known for other well-loved brands, including Folgers coffee, Jif peanut butter, and Hostess baked goods. The company continues to balance innovation with tradition, updating its packaging and product offerings without losing the brand identity that customers trust. The refresh of Smucker's fruit spreads fits within this strategy, offering a modern look that will appeal to both longtime fans and new customers. The redesigned labels are expected to appear on store shelves this spring, just in time for seasonal shopping and the renewed interest in home-cooked breakfasts and homemade treats. The changes bring a playful, colorful touch to the classic jars, making them stand out in the grocery aisle while staying true to the essence of Smucker's. As the food industry continues to evolve, Smucker's demonstrates how even a long-established brand can adapt to contemporary design trends without compromising the qualities that have made it a household name.