Extruder Operator

Mars • Dalton, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Extruder Operator owns all facets of the Extrusion Department, including operation, preventative maintenance, sanitation, and quality control. This position offers a comprehensive package of rewards and benefits, ensuring a supportive work environment for the Extruder Operator role at Mars Horsecare in Dalton, Ohio. 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 140,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
• Mechanically inclined
• Proficient in computer software's including MS office and email.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Technical degree or certifications
• Previous manufacturing experience
• Extruder experience

Responsibilities

• Operating the extruder and all related equipment
• Delivering on all quality and safety requirements
• Maintaining all sanitation of the department
• Collaborating with other operations associates to accomplish all plant goals and production needs
• Ad hoc requests as necessary

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• Up to 6% 401(k) match
• Vacation time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short/Long-Term Disability
• 18 weeks parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED