Grinding Utility Operator -Days

Mars Incorporated in; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & Dental starts day1

Up to 6% 401K match

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Shift differential

Job summary

Mars Incorporated in Lebanon, TN is seeking a Grinding Utility Operator on day shift to move raw ingredients, load/unload trailers, and prep ingredients for mixing across the site. You’ll work a 12-hour day shift, 4 days on/4 days off, with opportunities to contribute to production efficiency.

The role requires forklift experience, teamwork, and strong communication. Benefits start Day One and growth potential exists within Mars’ manufacturing network.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required for entry.
• Forklift experience is required and preferred for material handling.
• Ability to work in a team environment and be coachable.
• Proven verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with manufacturing or technical environments is preferred.
• Familiarity with SAP, ATMS or week planning software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure raw materials are available for production lines on time.
• Communicate potential shortages to relevant stakeholders and escalate when needed.
• Maintain contact with Operations to prevent delays in manufacture.
• Raise safety, quality, and efficiency-related escalations.

Skills

Forklift experience

Teamwork

Coachable

Communication skills

Disciplined initiative

Data entry

Manufacturing experience

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

SAP

ATMS

Week plan

Job description

Grinding Utility Operator -Days (Finance)

Being a Mars Associate is all about opportunity. The opportunity to do the kind of challenging, interesting work that shapes the world's best-loved brands. To work with real purpose, supported by talented, friendly people from all sorts of different backgrounds. Access the tools, training and experience you need to have a positive impact on our business, on the planet, and most importantly on your own career. Being a Mars associate is more than a job. It's the opportunity to start your tomorrow today.

Location:

Royal Canin

920 Arctic Drive

Lebanon, TN 37090

Required Shift- Days

• 12-hour shift
• 6am to 6:30 pm
• 4 days on, 4 days off

The scope of theGrinding Utility Operatoris to move raw ingredients inside the site, load/unload trailers, and prepare ingredients for mixing. The Grinding Utility Operator will work several positions throughout the site with the intent of preparing ingredients for mixing.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma / GED
• Forklift experience required
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment; must be coachable
• Passion to work and learn in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to act with disciplined initiative
• Working knowledge of computer programs for entering data
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• 1+ years' experience within manufacturing, technical and/or trade discipline
• Comfortable working with different business systems like SAP, ATMS and week plan.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting/carrying (10-55 lbs.) and frequent pushing/pulling (50-200 lbs.).
• Frequenthandling/gripping/bending/stooping.
• Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, leaning over equipment.
• Ability to stand and / or work on feet for extended periods

What will be your Key Responsibilities?

• Ensuring that Raw materials are available for production lines on time and communicate potential shortages to relevant stakeholders
• Maintain close contact with Operations team to ensure that there are no delays in manufacture
• Raise relevant escalations that have an impact on safety, quality and efficiency

TotalRewards/Compensation:

• Shift differential of $3.00/hour for night shift
• Pay based on experience
• OT potential
• Annual bonus pay out
• Annual merit increases
• Medical, Vision & Dental- Starts day one!
• Up to 6% 401K match
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short/Long Term disability
• Parental leave
• Shift Swapping is available after 6 months

What can you expect from Mars?

• Theopportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career.
• Anindustry competitive salary and benefits package.
• Tobe respected and valued.
• TheFive Principles at the center of every decision we make.
• Theopportunity to work cross functionally, add value and impact a better world for generations to come.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.