Machine Operator

Mars•Chattanooga, TN

32d•Onsite

About The Position

Mars Wrigley is hiring a Machine Operator at its TNN site in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Operators are system experts in their assigned area and must be capable of working in multiple areas. As part of an area team, the operator is responsible for producing quality products efficiently and in required quantities while maintaining safety, quality, operational conformance, and continuous improvement. The role involves operating and changing over assigned machinery, and being able to train or perform tasks of other associates in the area as needed. Strong action orientation, communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills are needed to support site objectives. The position includes operating equipment, performing changeovers, general housekeeping and required deep cleaning, maintaining work-area supplies, completing documented checks, and carrying out cleaning, inspection, and lubrication tasks (CILs). All work must adhere to and encourage the Five Principles of Mars. The posting lists a 12-hour night shift on a 2-2-3 rotation and an 8-hour second shift from 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.; additional shift-rotation details will be provided during the interview process.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of manufacturing or machine operation experience.
Basic math and PC skills.
Basic digital technology skills, including use of tablets and HMI touch screens.
Ability to understand, read, write, and communicate in basic work-related English.
Basic literacy skills, including preparing and completing production and QA documents.
High level of physical dexterity.
Frequent lifting, carrying, and pushing of 1–50 pounds.
Frequent handling and reaching of various products.
Frequent fine finger movements and standing.
Strong action orientation, communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of manufacturing or machine operation experience.
High-speed machine operation experience.
Certification in Material Handling Equipment.
Experience in a lean manufacturing environment or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Operate equipment and specified machinery in the assigned area.
Perform machinery changeovers as needed.
Perform general housekeeping and required deep cleaning in the assigned area.
Maintain supplies for the designated work area.
Complete all documented checks properly.
Perform cleaning, inspection, and lubrication tasks (CILs).
Train or perform the tasks of other associates in the area as needed.
Achieve the highest safety, quality, and efficiency standards throughout the assigned department.
Identify, escalate, and address deviations from standard or plan.
Meet all Good Manufacturing Practice requirements.
Ensure cleaning standards are upheld and fulfilled.
Actively participate in operational processes that support continuous improvement of business performance.
Adhere to and encourage the Five Principles of Mars.