Machine Operator (3rd Shift - $1,500 Sign on Bonus)

Mars UK; Kendall Township (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

Mars UK is seeking an hourly manufacturing operator in Illinois to run equipment, uphold quality and safety standards, and support TPM initiatives. The role requires collaboration with team members and adherence to 5S and changeover procedures.

Ideal candidates have at least a high school diploma, related associate degree if possible, and 2+ years in a food manufacturing environment with automated processes. PLC/HMI experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or High School diploma or equivalent.
• Associates degree or higher in an engineering/manufacturing discipline preferred.
• 2+ years in a food manufacturing environment with automated processes (PLC/HMI) preferred.
• Experience in TPM environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate all equipment in the assigned area ensuring quality, safety and performance standards.
• Communicate effectively with the team leader and peers.
• Follow proper escalation protocol.
• Accurately fill out HACCP and military sheets.
• Maintain a clean, organized manufacturing area per 5S standards.
• Perform cleanouts and changeovers per work instructions and checklists.
• Actively participate in TPM teams and implement improvements.

Skills

Math

Communications

Computer skills

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma

Associates degree in engineering/manufacturing

Tools

PLC/HMI

Job description

Job Description:

What are we looking for?

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum: Grade 12 or High School diploma, or equivalent.
• Preferred: Associates degree, or higher, in an engineering or manufacturing related discipline.

Preferred:

• Two (2) or more years of experience in a food related manufacturing environment with automated processes, including PLC/HMI. Experience in a lean manufacturing environment or equivalent is preferred.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Minimum: Medium: math, communications, computer, and problem-solving skills.
• Preferred: Strong: math, communication, computer, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in a TPM environment.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent pushing, pulling, dumping and rolling of barrels (25-105 kgs)
• Frequent clean out of extruders, cooling tunnel and conveyor systems using scraping tools
• Frequent lifting/carrying of materials
• Frequent standing
• Frequent use of moving of skids using a pallet jack or forklift
• Frequent walking
• Frequent reaching, pushing, and pulling
• Frequent stooping and bending

What will be your key responsibilities?

The primary function of the incumbent is to operate all equipment in the assigned work area while ensuring all quality, safety and performance standards are being met.
The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Communicate effectively with team leader and peers.
• Be responsible for following proper escalation protocol.
• Be responsible for filling out all HACCP and military sheets correctly
• Encourage and support a safe working environment.
• Ensure the manufacturing area is kept clean and organized at all times in accordance with 5S standards.
• Perform cleanouts and changeovers according to standards (i.e. work instructions and checklist).
• Actively participate in TPM (Total Productive Management) teams

DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY, RECOMMENDATIONS AND IMPACT

• Incumbent will have the ability to stop the process after a non-conformance is noticed while following the proper escalation protocol.
• Incumbent is also responsible for identifying and implementing improvement opportunities and making recommendations to their team lead.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

The pay range listed is applicable to IL:USD 25.08 - USD 34.49