This role is to provide support in the Process Area through the coverage of vacancies they will be proficient at the Mixing, Extrusion and SPL positions. They will also act as a certified trainer for either mixing or extrusion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be able to efficiently operate the batching area and efficiently operate an Extruder
• Act as a backup for the Senior Process Lead, Mixing Operator, and Extruder Operator
• Train other associates as needed
• Responsible for communicating and elevating any quality and food safety concerns to site leadership.
• Keep processing area clean and sanitary
• Assist Extruder Operators and Mixing Operators as needed
• Select correct fats, digest and powders; and operate coating system
• Keep powder applicators filled with correct product and record accurate usage reports
• Keep production records as required
• Observe and follow all safety practices and standards
• Know and understand site's CCPs and OPRPs and report any findings of deficiencies to shift manager
• Be an active participant in MSE activities
• Able to work overtime, weekends and holidays when required
• Troubleshoot problems with assigned equipment, find and fix defects and actively work to make the line more efficient
• Write and edit SOP’s, CILs, OPLs, Etc.

Context and Scope:

Work as a Process team following the planning schedule to produce product to be sent to the packaging lines.  Operate the extruder or mixing tower in a safe and effective manner with minimal supervision.  Perform, document, and take responsibility for production/quality checks to ensure product is up to Q&FS standards.  Support the other extruder operator as necessary.  Report any deviations that may occur to the Process Lead or Shift Manager.  Help drive down waste by focusing on changeover efficiencies.  Complete end of shift cleaning and perform a proper hand off to oncoming shift.  Support all other departments on shift as designated by Shift Manger. 

Education & Professional Qualifications:

• Existing qualification as a mixing or extruder operator. Preference for qualification in both areas.
• Demonstrated competency in computer and pc software including MS Office and email
• Knowledge of inventory control principles
• Standing for 12 hours
• Ability to work 8/12 hour rotating shifts
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly
• Full range of motion, correctable eyesight, correctable hearing
• Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust dirt and chemicals.

Knowledge / Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Comfortable with training and leading others

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.​​​​​​​

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