Mixer Operator - Nights

Mars • North Sioux City, SD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Royal Canin is seeking a Mixing Operator to join our exciting pet food business located in North Sioux City, ND. We focus on the unique needs of cats and dogs. Our obsession with detail allows us to deliver precise, effective nutrition and help them become their magnificent best.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to quickly respond.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time on hard surfaces
• Computer / IPad literate with the ability to enter, record, maintain, and retrieve data.
• Good knowledge of production processes, Good Manufacturing Practices, and other Food Safety and Regulatory Standards.
• General understanding of Start Up, Operation, Shut Down, & Cleaning equipment
• The ability to assist and troubleshoot equipment.
• The ability to assist with quality checks and document results using a database collection system using a computer or IPad.
• Food Manufacturing experience
• Knowledge of Near Miss Reporting or Safety procedures.
• Familiar with metal detector operation
• Familiar with HMIs

Responsibilities

• Execute RUN, STOP, START-UP procedures for assigned equipment
• Read and execute a production schedule.
• The ability to maintain safety standards by using LOTO and confined space entry procedures when working in the primary area of the factory.
• Read and interpret data from a machine display screen
• Familiar with following SOP (standard operating procedures) and work instructions
• The ability to load production materials into the primary piece of equipment, meeting corporate quality and safety standards in pet food manufacturing.
• Perform trouble-shooting procedures on assigned equipment.
• Understanding of metal detectors and their purpose.
• Assist product changeovers on a primary piece of equipment.
• Effectively communicate with the team to prevent downtime and quality issues.
• Assist in operating equipment for breaks and lunches or as needed.
• Comply with Mars Petcare Quality and Food Safety Practices, GMPs, and other Food Safety and Regulatory Standards to ensure we manufacture a quality product.
• Oversee sanitation and cleaning of assigned equipment.
• Document quality attributes and provides production data for shift reports on a computer or IPad.
• Communicate using a two-way radio
• This position and all site associates are responsible for quality and food safety.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

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