Operator 2

Job Description:

Position: Operator 2
Required Shifts: 12 Hour Shifts- Day Shift; 6am – 6:30pm. Night Shift; 6pm – 6:30am. No rotating shifts
Shift Schedules: 4 on 4 off

Mars Petcare (Greenies) is looking to hire an Operator 2 at our climate-controlled Kansas City, MO location

Being a Mars Associate is all about opportunity. The opportunity to do the kind of challenging, interesting work that shapes the world's best-loved brands. To work with real purpose, supported by talented, friendly people from all sorts of different backgrounds. Access the tools, training and experience you need to have a positive impact on our business, on the planet, and most importantly on your own career. Being a Mars associate is more than a job. It's the opportunity to start your tomorrow today.

An Operator 2 is a system expert in their assigned area and is highly functional in multiple areas. Operator 2's must work safely at all times. They will ensure efficiency, operational conformance, product quality and drive continuous improvement. Operator 2's are responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. They need to be familiar with the manufacturing change-over process. Operator 2's must be flexible and have the ability to operate other equipment in the facility as needed. This job requires strong communication, Interpersonal, and team-building skills to support site objectives. Punctuality is a must.

What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills – Preferably iPad
• Passion to work and learn in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to adapt to changing environment – Resiliency
• Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing experience

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 40lbs.
• Standing for extended time periods & mobility to climb stairs and ladders.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Operating equipment to complete the conversion process and package the finished product prior to shipping to our customers.
• Conducting problem-solving and troubleshooting as necessary.
• Loading packaged material, clearing jams, resetting faults, conducting change-overs, quality checks, reporting issues, and maintaining area GMP's.
• Completing basic preventative maintenance work as assigned (CIL's)
• Ensuring quality & food safety procedural conformance
• Wearing required PPE and reporting any safety hazards immediately
• The ability to communicate accurate and timely information using computer technology.
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner with a positive attitude. Must be reliable, conscientious, punctual, and have a good work ethic.
• Conduct sanitation activities as required
• Conduct and manage inventory throughout the production process
• Provide informal leadership to temporary associates throughout the production process

Compensation:

• Pay based on experience.
• Shift differential of $1.50
• OT potential
• Annual bonus pay out
• Annual merit increases

Total Rewards:

• Medical, Vision & Dental- Starts day one
• Up to 6% 401K match
• Vacation time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short/Long Term disability
• Onsite gym

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse 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.

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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