Packaging Operator

Mars Incorporated in; Town of Tomah (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars Petcare in Wisconsin is seeking a Packaging Operator to safely package converted raw materials into high quality finished product, following GMPs and the production schedule.

You will operate packaging lines (various formats), perform quality checks, monitor product flow, maintain a clean, safe work environment, address food safety concerns, and contribute to efficiency and cost optimization with limited supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; 1–2 years in manufacturing preferred.
• GMP knowledge and basic numeracy, reading, and writing skills expected.
• Ability to learn quickly and contribute to efficiency and cost optimization with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Rotational packaging duties in plant packaging area, including line operation and changeovers.
• Maintain smooth operation of palletizer and blending system.
• Perform quality checks and report results.
• Monitor product flow to line and meet cut-off requirements.
• Enter work orders into MIS and assist maintenance on calls.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and address safety and quality concerns.
• Promote teamwork and lead through problem solving on the floor and in meetings.

Skills

Basic math

Reading and writing

Mechanical aptitude

GMP knowledge

Basic computer skills

Self-directed leadership

Process improvement

Cost optimization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MIS system

Forklift

Job description

The Packaging Operator provides Mars Petcare with the knowledge and skills to effectively and safely package the converted raw materials to high quality finished product according to Quality standards and production schedule. This is to provide our customers with the proper product at the appropriate destination in a timely and cost effective manner.

What we are looking for?

• Good basic math, reading and writing skills.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Good housekeeping skills and knowledge of GMP's.
• Basic knowledge of personal computers.
• Ability and willingness to develop and manage self, demonstrate self-directed workgroup leadership and contribute to efficiency, quality, and cost optimization with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate forklift in a safe manner.
• Ability to work rotating shifts under stressful conditions such as heat, cold, high and/or confined spaces and have full mobility with ability to climb ladders and stairs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 1-2 years' experience (manufacturing environment preferred).

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Performs all of the following duties on a rotational basis in the packaging area of the plant:
  • Line operation - (big bag, middle bag, pouch, super sack) - run to schedule, do changeovers, troubleshoot lines.
  • Maintain smooth operation of palletizer
  • Blending system operation and monitoring
  • Perform required quality checks and reporting.
  • Monitor product flow to line
  • Meet cut-off and tones requirements.
  • Enter work orders into the MIS system as needed and support maintenance on calls.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment that promotes associate safety and product integrity.
• Will actively address food safety and quality concerns
• Improve operations through individual and group problem solving and provide leadership in solving problems on the floor and in meetings.
• Promote high quality team environment through effective team work and self-management with a positive attitude.

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.
• A strong focus on 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.