Packaging Operator - Bhiwandi

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

Job summary

Mars UK is seeking a Packaging Operator to operate and monitor packaging lines, ensuring safe, high-quality product output. You will work to achieve production targets while following Mars Quality, Food Safety and Operational Excellence standards.

You will rotate duties across palletizing, feeding, machine operation, and related tasks, while performing routine maintenance and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Strong adherence to GMP/HACCP and 5S practices is essential.

Qualifications

• Operate packaging equipment safely and efficiently while meeting quality standards.
• Monitor process parameters and maintain production targets.
• Engage in autonomous maintenance and routine inspections.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment including baggers, conveyors, check weighers, metal detectors, palletizers.
• Record downtime and quality deviations; maintain accurate production records.
• Support CI projects and waste reduction efforts.

Skills

Packaging ops

Autonomous maintenance

Continuous improvement

Quality standards

5S

Education

BTech/Diploma in Electrical/Instrumentation

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 elevate 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.
• BTech/Diploma in Electrical in communication and instrumentations.