Protein Technician at Mars, Incorporated in Henderson, North Carolina

Job Description:

Manufacturing Production Technician work focuses on implementing, modifying, and monitoring the quality, safety, and efficiency of discrete production processes (i.e., production of unit based items assembled from component parts) including: •Assisting engineers with developing and implementing new/modified production processes, tools, and equipment •Identifying/documenting operational control standards and testing equipment to assess conformance with engineering specifications •Setting up test apparatus and conducting tests of raw materials, parts, components, finished items, and packaging •Troubleshooting and resolving technical production line problems to minimize finished item rejection levels •Monitoring gauges, dials, and other indicators of production equipment/machinery performance

Qualified candidate will fill a rotating role that encompasses 5 overall job tasks:

1-sample and test inbound material, enter results into the computer and assist drivers with unloading

2-conduct lab testing on inbound, in-process and finished material and enter results

3-run production system via HMI interactions, using front end loader and maintain production records

4-load trucks using front end loader and assure drivers are following Mars Standards

5-conduct daily cleaning and preventative maintenance using compressed air, brooms, shovels, hand tools, boom lifts, scissor lifts, etc.

Candidate will be expected to complete all tasks while maintaining Mars Quality and Safety standards, and acceptable attendance. Some overtime will be required, and shift patterns are subject to change.

What are we looking for?

• experience operating machinery and working at heights (front end loader, forklift, boom lift, scissor lift)


• basic computer knowledge (Microsoft programs, SAP)


• Familiar with basic QA and Safety protocols

What will be your key responsibilities?

• use front end loader to load trucks and run the production system


• conduct lab testing on samples


• interact with truck drivers to assure upholding Mars standards for quality and safety


• conduct cleaning both at ground level and on elevated surfaces (platforms and lifts)

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.