Machine Operator Level 2 - Night Shift

100Hires, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401k match

Vacation (3 weeks)

Paid holidays

Sick pay

Maternity & Parental Leave

Annual bonus potential

Job summary

Mars Petcare is seeking an Operator 2 for the Night Shift at our Kansas City, MO plant. You will operate equipment to produce and package products, perform change-overs, and conduct quality checks in a GMP environment.

They offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401k match, vacation, holidays, sick pay, and parental leave, with an annual bonus potential. Strong teamwork and safety focus are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Analytical, troubleshooting and computer skills.
• One year pet food and/or food manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to complete the conversion process and package finished product.
• Troubleshoot issues, load material, clear jams, reset faults, perform change-overs, conduct quality checks.
• Complete basic preventive maintenance (CILs) and maintain GMPs.
• Ensure food safety procedures and sanitation are followed.
• Communicate accurately using computer systems and reports.
• Provide informal leadership to temporary associates.

Skills

High School Diploma or equivalent

Verbal & written communication

Team leadership (informal)

Analytical troubleshooting

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description:Job Title: Operator 2Shift: Night ShiftLocation: Kansas City, MOMar Petcare is looking for a Operator 2 to join our exciting Nutro business at one of our manufacturing plants located in Kansas City, Mo.As part of our overall total compensation package, Mars Petcare offers a competitive benefits package to all associates which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, and 401k match. Associates are also immediately eligible (based on hire date) up to three weeks of vacation, 11 Paid Holidays per year, Sick Pay, Maternity & Parental Leave and annual bonus earning potential, plus many other ancillary benefits not listed here.Operator 2 is a system expert in their assigned area and is highly functional in multiple areas. Operator 2’s must always work safely. They will ensure efficiency, operational conformance, product quality and drive continuous improvement. Operator 2’s are responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. They need to be familiar with the manufacturing change-over process. Operator 2’s must be flexible and have the ability to operate other equipment in the facility as needed. This job requires strong communication, Interpersonal, and team-building skills to support site objectives. Punctuality is a must.ResponsibilitiesOperating equipment to complete the conversion process and package the finished product prior to shipping to our customers.Conducting problem-solving and troubleshooting as necessary.Loading packaged material, clearing jams, resetting faults, conducting change-overs, quality checks, reporting issues, and maintaining area GMP’s.Completing basic preventative maintenance work as assigned (CIL’s)Ensuring quality & food safety procedural conformanceWearing required PPE and reporting any safety hazards immediatelyThe ability to communicate accurate and timely information using computer technology.Ability to work in a self-directed manner with a positive attitude. Must be reliable, conscientious, punctual, and have a good work ethic.Conduct sanitation activities as requiredConduct and manage inventory throughout the production processProvide informal leadership to temporary associates throughout the production processKey Technical Knowledge and Functional Skills:General safety policies and procedures.Knowledge of local, federal, and industry regulations with regards to:Food Safety (GMP, HACCP)Food Quality (Product and Process)Q&FS testing practices and procedures, and QMP polices.Requirements and Preferred Experience:RequiredHigh School Diploma or equivalent.Effective verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work independently without supervision as well as within a team setting.Effective analytical, troubleshooting, and computer skills.PreferredOne year pet food and/or food manufacturing experience. Physical RequirementsSufficient mobility, strength, flexibility, hearing and sight to access all job relevant areas and perform routine activities as necessary to deliver required results.Some pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, and lifting (up to 40 lbs.) necessary.What can you expect from Mars?Work with over 130,000 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.About Mars, IncorporatedMars is a family-owned business with more than a century of history making diverse products and offering services for people and the pets people love. With almost $35 billion in sales, the company is a global business that produces some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s, SNICKERS, TWIX, MILKY WAY, DOVE, PEDIGREE, ROYAL CANIN, WHISKAS, EXTRA, ORBIT, 5, SKITTLES, UNCLE BEN’S, MARS DRINKS and COCOAVIA. Mars also provides veterinary health services that include BANFIELD Pet Hospitals, Blue Pearl, 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 its more than 100,000 Associates to create value for all its partners and deliver growth they are proud of every day.