Mixing Operator (Pitman Days) $1,500 Sign on Bonus! at Mars, Incorporated in Yorkville, Illinois

Job Description:

Job Description:

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.

Shift Schedule: Pitman Days (6:00am - 6:30pm)

2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off

What are we looking for?

Minimum:

• Preferred: Two (2) 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, communications, computer, and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent pushing, pulling, dumping and rolling of barrels (25-105 kgs)


• Frequent clean out of extruders, cooling tunnel and conveyor systems using scraping tools


• Frequent lifting/carrying of materials


• Frequent standing


• Frequent use of moving of skids using a pallet jack or forklift


• Frequent walking


• Frequent reaching, pushing, and pulling


• Frequent stooping and bending

Preferred:

Associates degree, or higher, in an engineering or manufacturing related discipline.

What will be your key responsibilities?

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse 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.

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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.