Packaging Operator - Bhiwandi

Mars; Mumbai; On-site; INR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Packaging Operator to operate and monitor packaging lines in our Mumbai-area facility, ensuring safe production of high-quality products in line with quality and safety standards.

The role requires 3–8 years in FMCG or related automated environments, with a Diploma/ITI in engineering. You will work with packaging equipment and participate in continuous improvement and 5S practices.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of experience in FMCG, food manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, or automated production environments.
• Diploma or ITI qualification in a relevant engineering field.
• Experience operating automated packaging equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment including baggers, conveyors, check weighers, metal detectors, palletizers, and associated systems.
• Monitor machine performance and process parameters.
• Achieve production targets while maintaining product quality standards.
• Perform product changeovers and line clearances.

Skills

Packaging equipment operation

Safety & GMP compliance

5S housekeeping

Maintenance awareness

Autonomous maintenance

Education

Diploma/ITI in engineering

Tools

Baggers

Conveyors

Check weighers

Metal detectors

Job description

Job Description

The Packaging Operator is responsible for operating and monitoring packaging equipment to safely produce high-quality products in accordance with Mars Quality, Food Safety, and Operational Excellence standards. The role supports achievement of production targets through efficient machine operation, autonomous maintenance, continuous improvement, and adherence to safety and quality requirements. Packing Operator’s job is classified by several different levels by each task (palletize, kibble feeding, GP machine operator, etc). These tasks can be rotated based on requirement and skill levels.

Safety & Quality

• Follow all Mars Safety, GMP, HACCP, and Quality standards.
• Ensure products meet packaging, coding, labeling, and traceability requirements.
• Report and escape any safety, quality, or food safety concerns immediately.

Production Operations

• Operate packaging equipment including baggers, conveyors, check weighers, metal detectors, palletizers, and associated systems.
• Monitor machine performance and process parameters.
• Achieve production targets while maintaining product quality standards.
• Perform product changeovers and line clearances.

Autonomous Maintenance

• Conduct routine inspections, cleaning, lubrication, and basic equipment checks.
• Identify abnormalities and support maintenance teams during troubleshooting.
• Maintain workplace organization through 5S practices.
• Weekly cleaning as per GMP requirements.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate actively in FMOS activities, Daily Direction Setting meetings, and CI projects.
• Identify waste and suggest productivity improvements.
• Support OEE improvement initiatives.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete production records accurately.
• Record downtime, quality deviations, and production performance.
• Ensure compliance with audit requirements.

Experience And Educational Qualifications

• 3–8 years of experience in FMCG, food manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, or automated production environments.
• Experience operating automated packaging equipment preferred.
• Diploma or ITI qualification in a relevant engineering field.