Team Members are system experts in their assigned area, and are highly functional in multiple areas. They function as a member of a manufacturing area team which is directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. They operate/change over specified machinery in the assigned area. The Team Members 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:

• Performs all assigned activities & job tasks within a manufacturing 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 preventative maintenance (PM)
• Performs quality control (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 QC & other quality related duties
• Maintain accurate records of quality checks (QC, production numbers or waste performance 
• Keeps detailed log books:  Performs all shift support documentation in a quality matter

Minimum Requirements:

• Be 18 years of age or older
• Have a High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
• 1 year work experience within manufacturing, or a technical and/or trade discipline
• 1 year of experience in a manufacturing setting operating a variety of machines
• Must be willing and able to work varying/rotating shifts including weekends and holidays
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to troubleshoot & resolve issues
• Ability to read/comprehend written and oral instruction in the English language
• Good listening and organizing skills 
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment, taking initiative with team along with other team members to train, motivate and solve problems
• Successful completion of a substance screening and background check

Preferred Requirements:

• Knowledge of inventory control principles
• Ability to operate a forklift/OSHA certification

• Demonstrated competency in computer and pc software including MS Office and email
• Experience with SAP or other warehouse management system
• Able to operate a computer and utilize the basic standard desktop systems (LSS, PSL, MIS, SQCIS, etc.) 
• Understands production schedules, production computer systems, work instructions

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 like-minded and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

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.