Night Shift Packaging Operator — Production & Quality

Mars Incorporated in; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k) company match

Paid vacation

Holidays

Parental leave

Sick pay

Technical training

Job summary

Mars, Incorporated in Topeka, Kansas, is hiring a Machine Operator for the night shift. You will operate food-safe machinery and production lines, ensuring safe, efficient performance and high product quality.

The role includes routine maintenance coordination and strict adherence to safety protocols. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to stand for long periods, and the capacity to pass OSHA forklift certification with Mars on-site training.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma, GED, or equivalent civilian/military education.

Responsibilities

• Operate food-safe machinery and production lines safely and efficiently to meet daily targets.
• Assess equipment reliability and perform basic repairs, adjustments, and root-cause troubleshooting.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks and coordinate with Maintenance for complex upkeep.
• Conduct metal detection, date code checks, and log inspection for food safety and quality.
• Maintain detailed shift records and use production tracking systems.
• Safely operate a forklift to move materials and manage inventory flow.

Skills

Safety mindset

Physical stamina

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

OSHA forklift certification

SAP

GCSS

Job description

Mars, Incorporated in Topeka, Kansas, is hiring a Machine Operator for the night shift. You will operate food-safe machinery and production lines, ensuring safe, efficient performance and high product quality.

The role includes routine maintenance coordination and strict adherence to safety protocols. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to stand for long periods, and the capacity to pass OSHA forklift certification with Mars on-site training.