Qualified candidate will fill a rotating role that encompasses 5 overall job tasks:

1-sample and test inbound material, enter results into the computer and assist drivers with unloading

2-conduct lab testing on inbound, in-process and finished material and enter results

3-run production system via HMI interactions, using front end loader and maintain production records

4-load trucks using front end loader and assure drivers are following Mars Standards

5-conduct daily cleaning and preventative maintenance using compressed air, brooms, shovels, hand tools, boom lifts, scissor lifts, etc.

Candidate will be expected to complete all tasks while maintaining Mars Quality and Safety standards, and acceptable attendance. Some overtime will be required, and shift patterns are subject to change.

What are we looking for?

• experience operating machinery and working at heights (front end loader, forklift, boom lift, scissor lift)
• basic computer knowledge (Microsoft programs, SAP)
• Familiar with basic QA and Safety protocols

What will be your key responsibilities?

• use front end loader to load trucks and run the production system
• conduct lab testing on samples
• interact with truck drivers to assure upholding Mars standards for quality and safety
• conduct cleaning both at ground level and on elevated surfaces (platforms and lifts)

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.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

About Mars:
Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5â„¢, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL® and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitalsâ„¢, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCAâ„¢ and Pet Partnersâ„¢. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.

Disclaimer:
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.​​​​​​​

Note to Search Firms/Agencies:
Mars, Incorporated and its subsidiaries and affiliates (Mars) do not compensate search firms for unsolicited assistance unless they have a written search agreement with Mars and the requisition is position-specific.  Any resumes, curriculum vitae, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a written search agreement or position-specific requisition submitted to any Associate of Mars will be deemed the sole property of Mars and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Mars.