Precision Grinding Technician — Growth & Training

Mars; Lewisburg (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Grinding Operator for our Ohio facility in Lewisburg. You will be responsible for dosing and batching raw materials, operating grinding and mixing equipment, and supporting safe, efficient production across multiple positions on site.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience, and 1+ years in manufacturing or related fields. You will collaborate with teams, follow procedures, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate mixing, grinding, material handling, and cleaning equipment and systems.
• Operate Grinding Tower systems in accordance with Operating Procedures in a safe, productive, and efficient manner at all times.
• Perform Grinding Tower operational activity according to production and planning schedules and requirements.
• Perform periodic and routine inventories of raw materials in storage and adjust production quantity based on inventory.
• Receive and unload raw materials and supplies from delivery equipment.
• Provide and perform routine maintenance checks on equipment.
• Provide reporting and documentation of Quality, Production, Maintenance, and Sanitation activities in accordance Operating Procedures.
• Assist in other production, sanitation, maintenance, and quality activity in other areas as directed.
• Provide functional communications with other staff members as necessary to optimize quality, efficiency, productivity and safety.
• Perform all duties in compliance with Quality Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Adhere to all safety requirements.
• Perform housekeeping and sanitation procedures in accordance with Food Safety and Sanitation Program.

Job description

Mars is seeking a Grinding Operator for our Ohio facility in Lewisburg. You will be responsible for dosing and batching raw materials, operating grinding and mixing equipment, and supporting safe, efficient production across multiple positions on site.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience, and 1+ years in manufacturing or related fields. You will collaborate with teams, follow procedures, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.