Packaging Operator

Mars; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the food and beverage manufacturing industry as a Packaging Operator. This entry-level role focuses on the efficient operation of packing machines, ensuring quality and safety standards, and involves continuous improvement efforts. Enjoy competitive benefits, including medical insurance from day one, paid parental leave, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Shift differential of $1.50/hour

Overtime potential

Annual bonus and merit increases

Medical, Vision & Dental insurance starting day one

Up to 6% 401K match

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Short/Long Term disability

18 weeks parental leave

Qualifications

• Experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Operating high-speed packing machines.
• Mechanical background desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensures efficient operation of automated packing machines.
• Performs quality checks and compliance with standards.
• Follows safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout procedures.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Safety practices

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Job Description:

Here at Mars, we have an exciting opportunity for an individual seeking employment to join our factory team as a Packaging Operator.

The Packaging Operator will be a multi-skilled packing associate responsible for achieving maximum efficiency of our packing lines while ensuring the highest safety and quality standards during the production of dry pet food. The role also involves identifying and delivering continuous improvement projects.

All positions are 12-hour, rotating schedules:

• Days: 6:00 am to 6:30 pm
• Nights: 6:00 pm to 6:30 am
• Schedule: 4 days on, 4 days off, rotating from days to nights every 12 weeks.

What are we looking for?

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a food manufacturing environment and operating high-speed packing machines.
• Mechanical background desirable but not essential.
• Ability to multi-task.

Key Responsibilities:

The Packaging Operator ensures efficient operation of automated packing machines, including:

• Machine setup and maintenance: setting up machines, loading materials, making adjustments, ensuring sanitation.
• Troubleshooting and repairs: clearing jams, reworking defective packaging, troubleshooting faults, maintaining supplies.
• Quality assurance: performing quality checks, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Safety practices: following safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Equipment management: cleaning, inspection, lubrication as per schedules.

This role requires attention to detail, safety, quality adherence, and autonomous equipment management. Additional tasks may be assigned based on skill and physical demands.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Shift differential of $1.50/hour
• Overtime potential
• Annual bonus and merit increases
• Medical, Vision & Dental insurance starting day one
• Up to 6% 401K match
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short/Long Term disability
• 18 weeks parental leave

What can you expect from Mars?

• Career development opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Respect and value for employees
• Alignment with Mars' Five Principles
• Cross-functional work impacting a better world

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. Accommodations available upon request.