Pet Food Mixing Operator II — Afternoon Shift

Mars Petcare; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision & life

401k match

Vacation, holidays, sick pay

Bonus potential

Job summary

Mars Petcare is hiring an Operator 2 – Mixing at the Fort Smith, AR plant to support our pet nutrition production. The role focuses on safe operation within the mixing area while ensuring quality and efficiency. You will work with GMPs and food safety standards and participate in equipment changeovers.

The position offers a competitive benefits package, vacation, holidays, and a potential annual bonus. A high school diploma and manufacturing experience help you succeed in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of production processes and GMPs.
• Familiarity with food safety and regulatory standards.
• Ability to start up, operate, shut down, and clean equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and document results using a database.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety standards using LOTO and confined space procedures.
• Load production materials meeting quality and safety standards.
• Assist changeovers on equipment.
• Communicate effectively to prevent downtime and quality issues.
• Operate equipment during breaks or as needed.
• Follow quality and food safety practices and GMPs.
• Document quality attributes and production data for shift reports.

Skills

Production processes

Good Manufacturing Practices

Food safety/regulatory standards

Equipment startup/shutdown

Troubleshooting equipment

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

IPad

Computer/database entry

Job description

Mars Petcare is hiring an Operator 2 – Mixing at the Fort Smith, AR plant to support our pet nutrition production. The role focuses on safe operation within the mixing area while ensuring quality and efficiency. You will work with GMPs and food safety standards and participate in equipment changeovers.

The position offers a competitive benefits package, vacation, holidays, and a potential annual bonus. A high school diploma and manufacturing experience help you succeed in a fast-paced