Processing Operator at Mars, Incorporated in Flowery Branch, Georgia

Job Description:

Job Description:

Company: Mars Wrigley- Gainesville, GA

Title: Processing Operator

Required Shift:

12 Hour Rotating Night Shift

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

Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday

Hours 5:45pm - 6:15am

Job Purpose:

The Processing Operator will be responsible for the performance, processes, equipment, and operational decisions at line level to achieve targets and coordinate resources as required. The Processing Operator will be first point of contact for any technical issues with production machinery and will be expected to take the lead in repairing mechanical breakdowns.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED


• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting/carrying pushing (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)


• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping.


• Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, leaning over equipment and work in confined spaces.


• Ability to stand and/or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).


• Ability to understand, communicate, read, and write basic work-related English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical degree or certifications


• 3 + years of experience operating and maintaining high-speed productionmachinery in a manufacturing/production environment

• Strong understanding of all GMP's, PPE's and quality checks


• Forklift operation experience

What will be your Key Responsibilities?

• Coordinate a small team of operators and temporary associates to achieve line targets.


• Perform general housekeeping duties including cleaning out blenders, extruders and hoppers, cleaning the conveyor belts as well as vacuuming excess ingredients around the processingequipment.


• Maintain physical inventories of ingredients by completing JDA transactions


• Prepare small ingredients for mixing gum.


• Move loaded or empty barrels of trim and ingredients weigh and dump ingredients, operate blenders and other processingequipment.


• Frequently stage bulk ingredients and ensure the proper functions of the delivery system.


• Complete frequent observation of work-in-process and the completion of required recording, such as Quality Control Point sheets.


• Competent in JDA and frequently complete transactions to transfer base and flavor ingredients to the proper storage location.


• Independently operate processingmachines and produce a quality gum product in a team-based environment.


• This position will be required to cross train in various positions in the processingdepartment


• Accountable for the performance of several machines, processes, or pieces of equipment.


• Assisting operators with daily productions tasks to ensure line targets are met.

What do we Manufacture?

• Your favorite GUM brands including Orbit, 5 Gum, Eclipse, Extra, ect.


• *Additional compensation and total rewards details below

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 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


• 18 weeks parental leave

Training & Onboarding:

• 3-day initial orientation on start date (Day Shift)

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 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.