Machine Operator

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates in Chattanooga, TN is hiring a Machine Operator for a 12 Hour Night Shift. Responsibilities include operating machinery, ensuring safety and quality standards, and maintaining work area cleanliness. Required qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of manufacturing experience. Preferred candidates will have high-speed machine operation experience and lean manufacturing familiarity. The role offers a dynamic work environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of manufacturing/machine operation experience.
• Basic math and PC skills.
• Must be able to understand, read, write, and communicate in basic work-related English.

Responsibilities

• Achieve the highest level of Safety, Quality and Efficiency standards.
• Identify, elevate and address deviations from standard.
• Ensure cleaning standards are upheld and fulfilled.

Skills

Strong Action Orientation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team Building

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

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