Production Technician

Mars Incorporated in; Leipsic (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars Incorporated in Ohio seeks a manufacturing operator to ensure efficient production of quality products. You will operate assigned machinery, perform QC checks, and maintain accurate production logs while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires good communication, strong organization, and the ability to work varying shifts, with potential use of forklift and SAP experience for inventory and process tracking.

Qualifications

• 3 years of work experience in manufacturing or a technical discipline.
• Proficient with MS Office and email.
• Able to work varying shifts and schedules.
• Ability to read and comprehend written and oral instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Performs QC checks and maintains production records.
• Keeps detailed logs of production and waste data.
• Performs preventive maintenance with maintenance teams.
• Mentors or trains other associates as needed.

Skills

Good communication

Strong organization

Relationship building

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Physical Requirements

Team Members are system experts in their assigned area, and are highly functional in multiple areas. Team Members 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. Team Members 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

• 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

Principal Accountabilities

• 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 malfunctiontroubleshooting
• 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

Leadership Competencies

• 1.Functional/Technical skills
• 2.Planning
• 3.Drive for Results
• 4.Priority Setting
• 6.Peer Relationships

Key Functional Skills & Knowledge

• Relationship building with other Associates and teams
• Good communication skills
• Strong organization skills

Key Experiences

• 3 years of work experience within manufacturing, or a technical and/or trade discipline
• Demonstrated competency in computer and pc software including MS Office and email
• Must be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules
• Ability to read/comprehend written and oral instruction in the English language

Preffered 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

Desired Education

• High School diploma or equivalent

Decision Making Authority

Decisions

• Input on how to improve processes and equipment
• Make changes to SOP's and Job aids as necessary to maintain equipment to eliminate losses
• Preventive maintenance changes to eliminate losses from wear
• Centerline changes based on historical data to eliminate losses

People Management Responsibilities

None- but must be a good communicator and have good relations with others. Provide feedback on new hires or new Associates training progress for ITMS.