Processing Operator - 1st Shift ($1,500 Sign-on Bonus)

Mars; Kendall Township (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars in Illinois is seeking Production Technicians to ensure efficient production of quality products. You will operate and change over machinery, support area teams, and train others as needed. Strong communication, interpersonal and team-building skills are essential.

Required: High School diploma and 3+ years of manufacturing experience; preferred knowledge of inventory control principles and SAP. Forklift operation and OSHA certification are advantageous.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience operating a variety of processing or packaging machines.
• Knowledge of inventory control principles.
• Ability to operate a forklift/OSHA certification.
• Experience with SAP.

Responsibilities

• Performs all assigned activities and job tasks within a line or area.
• Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Takes corrective actions in solving problems to root cause level.
• Able to assess equipment operating reliability and perform routine repairs, adjustments and malfunction troubleshooting.
• Performs and/or works with Maintenance to complete equipment preventive maintenance.
• Able to maintain accurate records of QC checks, production numbers or waste performance.
• Keeps detailed log books: Performs all shift support documentation in a quality matter.
• Performs QC tasks such as metal checks, inspection of date codes, item numbers, dump logs, etc.
• Demonstrates high degree of ownership for product quality: Performs all standard quality checks & other quality related duties.
• Able to operate a computer and utilize the basic standard desktop systems.
• Understands principles of inventory control.
• Has knowledge of the plant's products and goals.
• Understands production schedules, production computer systems, work instructions and production inventories.
• Has a general knowledge of Mars & the systems used by the business.

Skills

Inventory control knowledge

Manufacturing experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Forklift operation

OSHA certification

Job description

Job Description:

Production Technicians are system experts in their assigned area, and are highly functional in multiple areas. Production Technicians must also ensure efficiency, operational conformance, product quality and continuous improvement. Functions as a member of an area team which is directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. Operate/change over specified machinery in the assigned area. Production Technicians must have the skill set to train and/or perform the tasks of other associates in the area as needed. This job requires Strong Communication, Interpersonal and Team Building skills to support site objectives

Job Description:

Production Technicians are system experts in their assigned area, and are highly functional in multiple areas. Production Technicians must also ensure efficiency, operational conformance, product quality and continuous improvement. Functions as a member of an area team which is directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. Operate/change over specified machinery in the assigned area. Production Technicians must have the skill set to train and/or perform the tasks of other associates in the area as needed. This job requires Strong Communication, Interpersonal and Team Building skills to support site objectives

What are we looking for?

High School diploma or equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience operating a variety of processing or packaging machines
• Knowledge of inventory control principles
• Ability to operate a forklift/OSHA certification
• Experience with SAP

Physical/Environmental Requirements:

• Standing on a concrete floor
• Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform)
• Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Forklift assignments require OSHA certification and getting on and off frequently

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Performs all assigned activities and job tasks within a line or area
• Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Takes corrective actions in solving problems to root cause level
• Able to assess equipment operating reliability and perform routine repairs, adjustments and malfunction troubleshooting
• Performs and/or works with Maintenance to complete equipment preventive maintenance
• Able to maintain accurate records of QC checks, production numbers or waste performance
• Keeps detailed log books: Performs all shift support documentation in a quality matter
• Performs QC tasks such as metal checks, inspection of date codes, item numbers, dump logs, etc
• Demonstrates high degree of ownership for product quality: Performs all standard quality checks & other quality related duties
• Able to operate a computer and utilize the basic standard desktop systems
• Understands principles of inventory control
• Has knowledge of the plant's products and goals
• Understands production schedules, production computer systems, work instructions and production inventories.
• Has a general knowledge of Mars & the systems used by the business

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 like-minded 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.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• 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.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

The pay range listed is applicable to IL:USD 22.50 - USD 30.93