Machine Operator

Mars (New); Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars Wrigley is seeking a Machine Operator for the 12 Hour Night Shift at the TNN Site in Chattanooga, TN. The role focuses on safety, quality, and efficiency in a high-volume packaging environment.

You will operate, change over machinery, perform basic QA checks, and participate in area housekeeping. A high school diploma or GED is required, with 1+ year of manufacturing experience preferred. Lean practices and good communication are valued; tablets and HMI screens are used.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1+ year of manufacturing/machine operation experience.
• Basic math and PC skills.
• Basic digital technology skills (tablet, HMI touch screens, etc.).
• Must be able to read/write/communicate in basic English.
• Preferred: 2+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Lean manufacturing environment experience or certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Achieve safety, quality, and efficiency standards in the department.
• Identify and address deviations from standard or plan.
• Meet GMP requirements and maintain clean, organized work area.
• Perform changeovers and housekeeping tasks as required.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in the area.

Skills

Strong Action Orientation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team Building

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

HMI touch screens

Tablet

PC skills

Job description

Machine Operator- 12 Hour Night Shift Mars Wrigley – TNN Site Chattanooga, TN

Job Description: Job Posting Title: Machine Operator- 12 Hour Night Shift Mars Wrigley – TNN Site Chattanooga, TN Machine Operator 12 Hour Night Shift (following a 2-2-3 shift rotation) 8 hour 2nd Shift 3pm-11:30pm *Additional shift rotation details will be provided in the interview process.*

Operators are system experts in their assigned area and are highly functional in multiple areas. Operators must ensure safety, production quality, efficiency, operational conformance, product and continuous improvement. Functions as a member of an area team which is directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. Operate/change over specified machinery in the assigned area. Operators must have the skill set to train and/or perform the tasks of other Associates in the area as needed. This job requires Strong Action Orientation, Communication, Interpersonal and Team Building skills to support site objectives. Functions include but are not limited to operation of equipment in assigned area, perform changeovers as needed, perform general housekeeping activities in area and area deep cleanings as required, maintain supplies for designated work area, properly complete all documented checks, and perform all cleaning/inspection/lubrication tasks (CIL'S). All tasks are to be performed while adhering to and encouraging the Five Principles of Mars.

Specialized Knowledge Required For Performance of Job: Minimum requirements: High School Diploma or GED 1+ year of manufacturing/machine operation experience Basic math and PC skills Basic digital technology skills (use of tablet, HMI touch screens, etc.) Must be able to understand, read, write, and communicate in basic work-related English Basic literacy skills including the preparation and completion of production and QA documents High level of physical dexterity Preferred requirements: 2+ years of manufacturing/machine operation experience High speed machine operation experience Certification in Material Handling Equipment Experience in a lean manufacturing environment or equivalent

Essential Functions/Physical requirements

• - frequent lifting/carrying/pushing (1-50 lbs.)
• - frequent handling/reaching of various products
• - frequent fine finger movements
• - frequent standing

What will be your key responsibilities?

Achieve the highest level of Safety, Quality and Efficiency standards throughout assigned department Identify, elevate and address any deviation from standard or plan Be responsible for the achievement of all Good Manufacturing Practice requirements Ensure cleaning standards are upheld and fulfilled Actively participate in operational processes that support continuous improvement of our business performance

Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL®, and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA™ and Pet Partners™. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 140,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.