Job Description:

Shift Schedule: Monday

• Friday 6:30 am - 3:00 pm

Operators are system experts in their assigned area and are highly functional in multiple areas. 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. 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.
Functions include but are not limited to perform changeovers as needed, perform period deep cleanings, maintain supplies for your designated work area, properly fill out all paperwork and perform all cleaning/inspection/lubrication tasks (CIL'S). This is all to be performed while adhering to and encouraging the Five Principles of Mars.

What are we looking for?

Education/Training

• Minimum: Grade 12 or High School diploma, or equivalent.
• Preferred: Associate's degree or higher in an engineering or manufacturing-related discipline.

Related Experience/Requirements:

• Minimum: One (1) year of experience in a food-related manufacturing environment or an associate's degree in a related field. Successful completion of the Standard Timing Model and achievement at or above the internal Wrigley score.
• Preferred: Three (3) or more years of experience in a food-related manufacturing environment with automated processes, including PLC/HMI. Experience in a lean manufacturing environment or equivalent is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Minimum: Medium: math, communication, computer, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

• Strong: math, communication, computer, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in a TPM environment or Six Sigma Green Belt certificate.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent pushing, pulling, dumping, and rolling of barrels (25-105 kgs)F
• Frequent clean out of extruders, cooling tunnel, and conveyor systems using scraping tools
• Frequent lifting/carrying of materials
• Frequent standing
• Frequent use of moving skids using a pallet jack or forklift
• Frequent walking
• Frequent reaching, pushing, and pulling
• Frequent stooping and bending

What will be your key responsibilities?

Operate mint presses while ensuring all quality, safety, and performance standards are being met.

Communicate effectively with team leader and peers.

Be responsible for following proper escalation protocol.

Be responsible for filling out all HACCP and military sheets correctly

Encourage and support a safe working environment.

Ensure the manufacturing area is kept clean and organized at all times in accordance with 5S standards.

Perform cleanouts and changeovers according to standards (i.e. work instructions and checklist).

Actively participate in TPM (Total Productive Management) teams

DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY, RECOMMENDATIONS AND IMPACT

• The associate will have the ability to stop the process after a non-conformance is noticed while following the proper escalation protocol.
• The Associate is also responsible for identifying and implementing improvement opportunities and making recommendations to their team lead.

What can you expect from Mars?

• The opportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package.
• To be respected and valued.
• The Five Principles 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.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

The pay range listed is applicable to IL:USD 22.50 - USD 30.93