Packaging Machine Operator

Packaging Machine Operator Chalfont, Pennsylvania, United States categorySupply Chain & Engineering Job ID: R153520 Job Description: Mars Fishcare- Packaging Machine Operator- Chalfont, PA Hourly rate based on experience starting at $22.10/hour + Shift: Monday- Thursday 5:30am- 4pm (10 hour shift) Training Available! Description of Role: Packaging Machine Operators are packaging system experts responsible for operating and adjusting designated machinery, ensuring safety, efficiency, operational compliance and product quality, while actively driving continuous improvement. What are we looking for? Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Mechanical aptitude Basic troubleshooting skills Proficient in MS office and email communications Physical Requirements: Can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs) Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping. Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and operate in confined spaces. Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods, with shifts lasting 12 hours Capable of working in hot, cold and wet conditions Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English. Preferred Qualifications: Previous manufacturing experience Knowledge of food safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) Operational experience Packaging and/or process experience What will be my key responsibilities? Operate packaging equipment to complete the process and finished products for shipping, following all routine SOPs and specifications Load packaging materials, clear jams, reset faults, perform changeovers, conduct quality checks, adhere to GMP standards and report any issues Perform basic preventative maintenance tasks as assigned (e.g., lubrication, inspections) and submit corrective work order requests into the MIS system Comply with all area Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and safety procedures, including proper use of PPE and reporting safety hazards Perform ad hoc tasks as needed Total Rewards Starting Pay: Based on experience starting at $22.10/hour+ Annual Bonus and Merit Increases Benefits Starting Day One: Medical, Vision, and Dental Up to 6% 401(k) match Vacation time Tuition reimbursement Short/Long-Term Disability 18 weeks parental leave 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.