The Packaging Operator role: The Packaging Operator role functions as a member of an area team that is directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. This role will operate/change over specified machinery in the assigned area. Packaging Operators must ensure efficiency, operational conformance, product quality, and continuous improvement. Packaging Operators 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. Every associate at Mars has the responsibility for the achievement of quality and food safety.

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
• Assess equipment operating reliability and perform routine repairs, adjustments, and malfunction troubleshooting
• Performs and/or works with Maintenance to complete equipment preventive maintenance
• Maintains accurate records of QC checks, production numbers, or waste performance
• Performs all shift support documentation in a quality matter
• Performs QC tasks such as metal checks, an inspection of date codes, item numbers, dump logs, etc
• Demonstrates a high degree of ownership for product quality: Performs all standard quality checks & other quality-related duties
• Understands production schedules, production computer systems, work instructions, and production inventories.

Who Should Apply

We are looking for individuals who demonstrate the following behaviors:

• Team player
• Action-oriented
• Problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication skills
• Continuous self-development

Qualifications:

• Primary qualifications for this job are:
• Most recent Performance appraisal with a minimum of “Meets” expectations and not more than 1 year old.
• No active disciplinary notices.
• Acceptable attendance (less than 5 incidents and no discipline above an Initial Warning).
• Physical/Environmental Requirements:
• Must not be afraid of heights; must be capable of working at elevated heights
• Must not be unusually sensitive to chemicals (contact lenses not recommended).
• Vision correctable to 20/20.
• Must be able to stand on feet for long periods of time.
• Standing on a concrete floor
• Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, earplugs, safety shoes, and uniform)
• Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust dirt, and chemicals
• Able to work with minimal supervision

Minimum Qualifications:

• Be 18 years of age or older
• Have a High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education
• Must be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate in the English language

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience operating a variety of machines
• 2 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
• Knowledge of inventory control principles 

Company-paid relocation is not available for this position.

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.