Machine Operator-Technician-Making/Packing-Afternoons

Machine Operator-Technician-Making/Packing-Afternoons Aurora, Nebraska, United States categorySupply Chain & Engineering Job ID: R150954 Job Description: Job: Machine Operator - Technician- Making/Packing Machine Operators are system experts in their assigned area and are highly functional in multiple areas. Machine 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. Machine Operators must have the skill set to train and/or perform the tasks of other associates in the area as needed. What are we looking for? High school diploma or equivalent 2+ years of manufacturing experience operating a variety of packaging & processing machines preferred. Must be willing and able to work & accept varying shifts & schedules. Passion to work and learn in a manufacturing environment. This job requires strong communication, interpersonal and team building skills to support site objectives. What will be your key responsibilities? Performs all assigned activities & job tasks within a line or area. Adhere to personal safety practices & operate equipment in a safe & efficient manner. Able to assess equipment operating reliability & perform routine preventive maintenance, repairs, adjustments & malfunction troubleshooting. High degree of ownership for product quality, performs all standard quality checks and other quality related duties. Performs QC tasks such as metal checks, inspection of date codes, item numbers, CCP and OPRP checks as required. Takes corrective actions in solving problems to root cause level. Able to operate a computer and utilize the basic standard desktop systems. Loading of packaging material, clearing jams, resetting faults, changeovers, product quality checks report issues and maintain area GMP’s. Physical/Environmental requirements Standing on a concrete floor Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform) Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50 lbs. Forklift assignments require OSHA certification and getting on and off frequently. Compensation: Pay based on experience starting at: $22.73. 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 18 weeks parental leave 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. Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL® and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA™ and Pet Partners™. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow. img1 Commitment to Equal Employer Opportunities:Mars is an equal opportunity employer and 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. A Note to Candidates Regarding AI Embracing AI as a vital skill for today and tomorrow, we welcome candidates to use AI to assist with your preparation as you engage with our recruiting process—from helping to perfect your CV/resume to using it to refine your interview skills. While AI can assist you, we expect that your ideas, responses, and demonstration of competencies throughout the recruitment process are authentically your own. We value genuine engagement and want to see the real you shine. At Mars, AI is here to support—not replace—the human connection at the heart of our recruitment process. Note to Search Firms/Agencies: Mars, Incorporated and its subsidiaries and affiliates (Mars) do not compensate search firms for unsolicited assistance unless they have a written search agreement with Mars and the requisition is position-specific. Any resumes, curriculum vitae, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a written search agreement or position-specific requisition submitted to any Associate of Mars will be deemed the sole property of Mars and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Mars. At Mars we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all candidates and provide reasonable accommodation throughout the hiring process. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know contact us at email: MarsRecruitmentUS@effem.com. All requests for accommodations will be treated confidentially and will only be shared with those involved in the hiring process as necessary. 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If you don't meet all the qualifications we still encourage you to apply! img1 Benefits at a Glance: Industry competitive pay & bonus Learning and development support Tuition reimbursement Pet friendly offices Paid time off 18 paid weeks off for parental leave in the US Up to 23 weeks top-up for parental/maternity leave in Canada 5+ days of bereavement leave Health & dental package from day 1 Life insurance & disability coverage On-site fitness center 401(K) Match/Retirement Savings Plan Defined Contribution Pension Plan in Canada Note: Benefits may vary by role and location. 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