Job Description:

Company: Mars Wrigley- Albany, GA

Title: Packaging Operator

Required Shift:

12 Hour Rotating Shift

Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday

Job Purpose:

Machine operator responsible for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting manufacturing production (i.e., machining, processing, assembly, or packaging) equipment used for producing finished goods or sub-assemblies for finished goods.  Completes work with a limited degree of supervision; regularly provides guidance to others with less experience.  Monitors the quality of output to identify, discard, or re-manufacture faulty products.  Maintains accurate daily production records as input to manufacturing performance analysis.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements:

Must meet time in role (12+ months)Must have approval from line manager to applyMust currently be in good standingHigh school diploma or GED2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environmentForklift operation experience

Physical Requirements:

Frequent lifting/carrying pushing (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling and grippingAbility to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, leaning over equipment and work in confined spacesAbility to stand and/or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).Ability to read, write and speak English

Preferred Qualifications:

Technical degree or certifications3+ years of experience operating and maintaining high-speed production machinery in a manufacturing/production environment Strong understanding of all GMP’s, PPE’s and quality checks

What will be your Key Responsibilities?

Performs quality assurance checks, documentation, place packaging material on the line, change materials/product, machine change overs, troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns, clean machine jams and adjusts the machine to minimize downtime and promote productivity.Operate a pallet jack to move pallets of combos to multiple locations on the line.Responsible for meeting production requirements daily.Cleaning, sweeping, inspection, lubrication and reporting abnormalities, etc.Responsible for the use of proper Lock Out/Tag Out procedures and meeting all safety guidelines.May be required to provide backup coverage for the Production Coordinator when needed.

Allergies: if you have an allergy to soy lecithin, please let the recruiter know in your initial screen.

What do we Manufacture?

Your favorite Combos brands.

What will be the Interview Process?

Application> resume review > recruiter phone screen > Situational Judgement Assessment (online) > onsite panel interview> Interview team decision

Compensation:

Competitive pay based on experience.Annual variable bonus pay outAnnual merit increases

Total Rewards:

Medical, Vision & Dental- Starts day one!Up to 6% 401K matchVacation timeTuition reimbursementShort/Long Term disability18 weeks parental leave

What can you expect from Mars?

The opportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career.An industry-competitive salary and benefits packageTo be respected and valuedThe Five Principles are at the center of every decision we make.The opportunity to work cross-functionally, add value and impact a better world for generations to come.

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.