Team Member in Chocolate. 

Reporting to Robert Remlinger

This position follows a rotating 8-hour work schedule. It will require the ability to work 1st (6:30 AM – 3:00 PM), 2nd (2:30 PM – 11:00 PM) and 3rd (10:30 PM – 7:00 AM) shift. 

The Role:

Process Operators are system experts in their assigned area and are highly functional in multiple areas. Process Operators must also ensure efficiency, operational conformance, product quality and continuous improvement. Functions as a member of an area team which is directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. Operate/change over specified machinery in the assigned area. Process 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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Follow recipes and formulas to produce food products that have a very specific texture, color, flavor, and clarity.

• Record test and production data for every product batch, including information regarding test results, temperature, time cycle and ingredients utilized.

• Use an agitator or paddle to blend and mix ingredients as called for in recipe instructions or operate vats that mix and heat ingredients mechanically.

• Measure, weigh and select ingredients with the assistance of balance scales and English or metric measures.

• Observe, monitor, and adjust thermometers and gauges throughout the production process to ensure that the mixing chamber temperature is kept within the correct temperature parameters.

• Start equipment and turn valve controls as needed to maintain product quality during production.

• Monitor and listen to equipment to detect audible or visual signs of malfunctions, including plugs, leaks, and other failures. Report any malfunctions or quality issues immediately to supervisors.

• Clean and sterilize factory processing areas and food production vats daily.

• You will be required to stand for long periods of time and work in warm temperatures.

• Operate equipment to make Kibble that will get boxed up.

• You will oversee contractors that box and seal products.

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 logbooks:  Performs all shift support documentation in a quality matter

• Performs QC tasks such as magnet and screen checks, inspection of sensory, etc. 

• High degree of ownership for product quality:  Performs all standard quality checks & other quality related duties

• Able to operate HMI. 

• Able to operate a computer and utilize the basic standard desktop systems

• Understands principles of inventory control, and P&ID Process Flows

• Understands production schedules, production computer systems, work instructions

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Excellent reading and writing skills in English

• Excellent math skills for weights and measures of ingredients

• Certified operating a forklift

• 5 – 8 years confectionary / food industry flavor blending experience

• Basic Microsoft Office computer skills and SAP computer skills

• Intermediate problem-solving skills

Knowledge/Experience:

• 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.

Relocation:

• There are no relocation expenses paid out for this job.

Pay:

• Based on Experience

• The starting pay for this position is $20.21 with a Shift Differential of $0.58

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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