Packaging Operator (Nights- $3 Shift Differential))

Mars; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & Dental - Starts day

401K match (up to 6%)

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Short/Long term disability

Parental leave

Job summary

Mars in Lebanon, TN is hiring a Grinding Utility Operator to move raw ingredients, load/unload trailers, and prep ingredients for mixing.

This role requires a high school diploma, forklift experience, teamwork, and the ability to work with SAP, ATMS, and week plans. Night shifts run 6:00pm to 6:30am on a 4 days on / 4 days off schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma / GED required.
• Forklift experience required.
• Ability to work in a team; coachable.
• Passion to work and learn in a manufacturing environment.
• Disciplined initiative expected.
• Experience with data entry in computer systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• 1+ years’ experience in manufacturing or technical discipline.
• Familiarity with SAP, ATMS and week planning systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure raw materials are available for production lines on time.
• Communicate potential shortages to stakeholders.
• Maintain close contact with Operations to prevent delays.
• Raise escalations impacting safety, quality or efficiency.

Skills

Forklift experience

Teamwork

Coachable

Disciplined initiative

Data entry/computer skills

Verbal and written communication

SAP

ATMS

Week plan

1+ years manufacturing experience

Education

High school diploma / GED

Tools

SAP

ATMS

Week plan

Job description

Grinding Utility Operator

Being a Mars Associate is all about opportunity. The opportunity to do the kind of challenging, interesting work that shapes the world’s best-loved brands. To work with real purpose, supported by talented, friendly people from all sorts of different backgrounds. Access the tools, training and experience you need to have a positive impact on our business, on the planet, and most importantly on your own career. Being a Mars associate is more than a job. It’s the opportunity to start your tomorrow today.

Job Description:

Grinding Utility Operator

Being a Mars Associate is all about opportunity. The opportunity to do the kind of challenging, interesting work that shapes the world’s best-loved brands. To work with real purpose, supported by talented, friendly people from all sorts of different backgrounds. Access the tools, training and experience you need to have a positive impact on our business, on the planet, and most importantly on your own career. Being a Mars associate is more than a job. It’s the opportunity to start your tomorrow today.

Location:

Royal Canin – Lebanon, TN

Required Shift:

• 12-Hour shifts
• 4 days on, 4 days off
• Night shift is 6:00pm to 6:30am

The scope of the Grinding Utility Operator is to move raw ingredients inside the site, load/unload trailers, and prepare ingredients for mixing. The Grinding Utility Operator will work several positions throughout the site with the intent of preparing ingredients for mixing.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma / GED
• Forklift experience required
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment; must be coachable
• Passion to work and learn in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to act with disciplined initiative
• Working knowledge of computer programs for entering data
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• 1+ years’ experience within manufacturing, technical and/or trade discipline
• Comfortable working with different business systems like SAP, ATMS and week plan.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting/carrying (10-55 lbs.) and frequent pushing/pulling (50-200 lbs.).
• Frequent handling/gripping/bending/stooping.
• Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, leaning over equipment.
• Ability to stand and / or work on feet for extended periods.

What will be your Key Responsibilities?

• Ensuring that Raw materials are available for production lines on time
• Communicate potential shortages to relevant stakeholders
• Maintain close contact with Operations team to ensure that there are no delays in manufacture
• Raise relevant escalations that have an impact on safety, quality and efficiency

Total Rewards/Compensation:

• Night shift differential of $3.00/hour
• Pay based on experience
• OT potential
• Annual bonus pay out
• Annual merit increases
• Medical, Vision & Dental- Starts day one!
• Up to 6% 401K match
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short/Long Term disability
• Parental leave

What can you expect from Mars?

• The opportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package.
• To be respected and valued.
• The Five Principles at the center of every decision we make.
• The opportunity 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 an 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.