Utility Operator (Days/Nights) - $1500 Sign on Bonus

Mars; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Utility Operator to join their Kansas City team. This role offers the chance to engage in hands-on manufacturing tasks, ensuring the smooth operation of production lines and contributing to the quality of beloved products. With a structured schedule and a supportive work environment, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and grow within a company that values its associates. Enjoy a competitive salary, a sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits from day one. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Medical, Vision & Dental

401K match up to 6%

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Short/Long Term disability

Onsite gym

Annual bonus pay out

Annual merit increases

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Basic math and measuring skills required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct basic manufacturing activities for production and packaging.
• Assist with inventory management and quality checks.
• Perform sanitation activities as required.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Basic computer skills

Basic math skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Utility Operator (Days/Nights) - $1500 Sign on Bonus

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Job Description:

Position: Full-Time Utility Operator

Required Shifts: 12 Hour Shifts- Day Shift; 6 am-6:30pm. Night Shift; 6pm-6:30am. No rotating shifts!

Shift Schedules: Schedule is 4 on 4 off

Sign-On Bonus: $1500.00

Mars Petcare (Greenies) is looking to hire a Utility Operator at our climate-controlled Kansas City, MO location!

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 Mars tools and training 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.

The Utility Operator is responsible for general packaging and other basic production duties as assigned. May be required to operate other production equipment as needed.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills – Preferably iPad
• Basic math and measuring skills; enjoys hands-on working environment and problem-solving
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment; must be coachable
• Passion to work and learn in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to adapt to changing environment – Resiliency
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 40lbs.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces and have full mobility to climb stairs and ladders
  
  

What will be your key responsibilities?

Conducting basic manufacturing activities to support the production and packaging of Greenies and Pill Pockets. This includes but not limited to the following activities:

• Moving product from one area to another
• Feeding bags into the product line
• Conducting inventory and other administrative duties as required
• Demonstrate a food safety quality culture in actions, words and spirit.
• Conducting and managing inventory and other administrative duties as required
• Assisting with basic preventative maintenance work as assigned (CIL’s)
• Wearing the required Mars uniform and PPE.
• Conduct sanitation activities as required
• Perform quality checks
  
  

Ability to work in a self-directed manner with a positive attitude. Must be reliable, conscientious, punctual, and have a good work ethic. No previous manufacturing experience is required but must have the mechanical aptitude to succeed.

Compensation:

• $1,500 sign on bonus
• Pay based on experience.
• Shift differential of $1.50
• OT potential
• Annual bonus pay out
• Annual merit increases
  
  

Total Rewards:

• Medical, Vision & Dental- Starts day one!
• Up to 6% 401K match
• Vacation time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short/Long Term disability
• Onsite gym
  
  

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse 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.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
  
  

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 as a result of such a request.

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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 as a result of such a request.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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