PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:  

- Performs all assigned activities & 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 PM's.
- 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. 
- High degree of ownership for product quality:  Performs all standard quality checks & other quality related duties
- Able to operate a forklift. 
- Able to operate a computer and utilize the basic standard desktop systems (LSS, PSL, MIS, SQCIS, etc.). 
- Understands principles of inventory control.
- Has knowledge of the plant's products and goals. 
- Understands production schedules, production computer systems, work instructions
- Has general knowledge of Mars & the systems used by the business.

OPERATING ENVIRONMENT AND GUIDANCE:

- Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment, taking initiative with team along with other team members to train, motivate and solve problems.
- Demonstrated ability for communication, verbally and written, along with good listening and organizing skills. 
- Participates in and supports the team with a "pro-team" attitude.  Works well with others and has good team skills. 
- Shows initiative in self and team development, is reliable, uses time wisely and is willing to accept change.

DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY:
Minor Preventative Maintenance Able to assess equipment operating reliability and perform routine repairs, adjustments and malfunction troubleshooting

High degree of ownership for product quality
Performs all standard quality checks & other quality related duties, and escalates issues as appropriate
Shutting down a system due to a product quality issue, contamination risk, safety risk, or equipment inefficiency. Changes to work instructions.
Changes to team work schedules.
Changes to operating standards.
Shut down system or machines for non-conformities or poor performance.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: 

- Self-Development - Ability to learn additional skills and develop in role with additional responsibilities.
- Conflict Management:  Can handle tough situations and equitably resolve conflict with colleagues
- Dealing w/ Ambiguity:  Can effectively cope with change and comfortably handle risk & uncertainty
- Integrity & Trust:  Is widely trusted by colleagues
- Applies some advanced skills to the position or specialization.
- May adapt procedures, processes, tools, equipment and techniques to meet the more complex requirements of the position. 
- Resolves most questions and problems, and refers only the most complex issues to higher levels.
- Works under minimal supervision. May assist in orienting and training lower level associates.

EDUCATION:

High school degree or equivalent; In-house training required. Completion of certification program may be required.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 

1 year of work experience within manufacturing, or a technical and/or trade discipline

JOB REQUIREMENTS:  Explain any particular physical or mental requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the role