About The Position

Mars Petcare is looking for an Operator 2 to join our exciting Nutro business at one of our manufacturing plants located in Kansas City, Mo. Operator 2 is a system expert in their assigned area and is highly functional in multiple areas. Operator 2’s must always work safely. They will ensure efficiency, operational conformance, product quality and drive continuous improvement. Operator 2’s are responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. They need to be familiar with the manufacturing change-over process. Operator 2’s must be flexible and have the ability to operate other equipment in the facility as needed. This job requires strong communication, Interpersonal, and team-building skills to support site objectives. Punctuality is a must.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently without supervision as well as within a team setting.
  • Effective analytical, troubleshooting, and computer skills.
  • Sufficient mobility, strength, flexibility, hearing and sight to access all job relevant areas and perform routine activities as necessary to deliver required results.
  • Some pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, and lifting (up to 40 lbs.) necessary.

Nice To Haves

  • One year pet food and/or food manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

  • Operating equipment to complete the conversion process and package the finished product prior to shipping to our customers.
  • Conducting problem-solving and troubleshooting as necessary.
  • Loading packaged material, clearing jams, resetting faults, conducting change-overs, quality checks, reporting issues, and maintaining area GMP’s.
  • Completing basic preventative maintenance work as assigned (CIL’s)
  • Ensuring quality & food safety procedural conformance
  • Wearing required PPE and reporting any safety hazards immediately
  • The ability to communicate accurate and timely information using computer technology.
  • Ability to work in a self-directed manner with a positive attitude. Must be reliable, conscientious, punctual, and have a good work ethic.
  • Conduct sanitation activities as required
  • Conduct and manage inventory throughout the production process
  • Provide informal leadership to temporary associates throughout the production process

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • 401k match
  • Up to three weeks of vacation
  • 11 Paid Holidays per year
  • Sick Pay
  • Maternity & Parental Leave
  • Annual bonus earning potential
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