The Supply Worker is responsible for operating automated and/or manual manufacturing equipment used to produce sheeted gum following the established manufacturing procedures and prescribed formulas with exactness.

Job Accountabilities

• This position is responsible delivering gum or supplies to the packaging department.  

• The Supply Worker provides machine operators and overwrap lines with materials such as gum, single stick paper, labels, hot and cold glue, etc.

• The incumbent must create transfer orders and confirm materials in SAP.

• The incumbent must materials in SAP and is responsible for resolving inventory discrepancies.

• The incumbent must conduct daily inventory of materials.

• The Supply Worker is responsible for transporting materials from one area to another by forklift.

• The incumbent carefully stacks gum onto carts to ensure that the operators are always supplied with gum in good condition so that the wrapping machines can produce optimally.

• The incumbent must be observant of gum quality to ensure contaminants do not enter the finished product.

• This position is responsible for moving full barrels of waste and replacing them with empties.

• The incumbent performs general housekeeping duties such as sweeping, washing gum trucks, cleaning conveyors and other various equipment, etc.

• The supply worker must prepare materials for recycling and remove all damaged product from the area.

• The incumbent must work in a safe manner and must follow all safety procedures.

• The person in this position is responsible for properly following all QA, Food Safety and Legislative policies, systems and standards associated with gum handling.

• The incumbent is cross-trained to perform all support roles (previously referred to as Forklift Driver, Gum Supply, Utility and Material Supply) in the department.

• The incumbent is accountable for the department meeting all productivity, quality and safety requirements on a daily basis.

Skills Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year minimum experience in a manufacturing environment
• Basic math skills required to calculate ingredients
• Forklift operation
• Participate as a team player in accomplishing all company goals and objectives
• Follow established manufacturing guidelines
• Adhere to quality assurance standards

This position requires a Work Keys Certification and successful completion of the Standard Timing Model Assessment. 

Physical requirements:

• Frequent lifting/carrying of supplies (25-50 lbs)
• Frequent bending/stooping while supplying materials
• Frequent twisting
• Frequent lifting/carrying loads of gum (30 lbs - 50 lbs)
• Frequent pushing/pulling gum carts (up to 700 lbs)
• Frequent handling of gum barrels (up to 100 lbs)

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, 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.