Packaging Operator - Nights

Mars; Lebanon (TN); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, Vision & Dental - Starts day

6% 401K match

Paid Time Off

OT potential

Annual bonus payout

Shift differential $3.00/hour

Descripción de la vacante

Mars is seeking a Packaging Operator at the Lebanon, TN facility to operate and maintain automated packing lines while upholding safety and quality standards. The role is a 12-hour night shift (6:00 pm – 6:30 am) with a 4 on/4 off schedule.

The operator will contribute to continuous improvement projects in the packaging area and support multi-skilled packing tasks. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, experience in food manufacturing, and the ability to multitask.

Formación

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in food manufacturing environment and operating high speed packing machines.
• Mechanical background desirable.
• Ability to multi-task.

Responsabilidades

• Operate automated packing machines to ensure efficient performance.
• Set up machines, load materials, adjust settings and maintain sanitation.
• Troubleshoot jams, rework defective packaging, and repair faults.
• Maintain cleanliness and lubrication according to schedule (CIL).
• Perform quality checks and document results to ensure quality and safety standards.
• Adhere to safety protocols and be able to work autonomously.

Conocimientos

Experience in food manufacturing

Packing machine operation

Mechanical background

Educación

High School diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

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

Address

920 Arctic Drive

Lebanon, TN 37090

The Packaging Operator will be a multi-skilled packing associate who is responsible for achieving maximum efficiency of our packing lines whilst ensuring the highest safety and quality standards are maintained. The Packaging Operator will also play a pivotal role in identifying and delivering continuous improvement projects within the packaging hall.

Shift

This role will be a night shift position.

• All positions work 12-hour schedules.
• 4 days on and 4 days off- set schedule.
• Night Shift: 6:00 pm to 6:30 am

What are we looking for?

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

What will be your key responsibilities?

The Packaging Operator is responsible for ensuring the efficient operation of automated packing machines.

Key duties include:

• Machine Setup and Maintenance: Setting up automated packing machines, loading packing materials, making machine adjustments, and ensuring proper sanitation.
• Troubleshooting and Repairs: Clearing machine jams, reworking defective packaging, troubleshooting machine faults, and maintaining glue and ink supplies.
• Quality Assurance: Performing and documenting quality checks throughout the packaging process. Ensures compliance with all Quality, Food Safety, and Legislative standards.
• Safety Practices: Following safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout procedures, to safely conduct equipment operations and routine maintenance.
• Equipment Management: Completing Cleaning, Inspection, and Lubrication (CIL) tasks according to daily, weekly, and monthly schedules to maintain equipment functionality and cleanliness.
• This role demands attention to detail, adherence to safety and quality standards, and the ability to manage equipment autonomously.
• The position holder is trained to perform other jobs consistent with the skill level and physical demands of this position.

TotalRewards/Compensation

• Shift differential of $3.00/hour for nights.
• Pay based on experience
• OT potential
• Annual bonus payout
• Annual merit increases
• Medical, Vision & Dental- Starts day one!
• Up to 6% 401K match
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short/Long Term disability
• Shift Swap Option is available after 6 months.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Theopportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career.
• Anindustry competitive salary and benefits package.
• Tobe respected and valued.
• TheFive Principles at the center of every decision we make.
• Theopportunity to work cross functionally, add value and impact a better world for generations to come.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request.

The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.