Operator 3 - Chunk Mezz (Martinek)

Mars Petcare • Fort Smith, AR

251d

About The Position

Mars Petcare is seeking Operators to join our exciting pet food business at a Fort Smith, AR manufacturing plant. 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. As part of our overall total compensation package, Mars Petcare offers a competitive benefits package to all associates: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, and 401k match. Associates are also immediately eligible (based on hire date) for up to three weeks of vacation, 12 Paid Holidays per year, Sick Pay, Maternity & Parental Leave, and annual bonus earning potential, plus many other ancillary benefits not listed here.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to quickly respond.
• Computer literate with the ability to enter, record, maintain, and retrieve data.

Nice To Haves

• Food manufacturing experience and knowledge of food safety.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Forklift certified.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety standards by using LOTO and confined space entry procedures when working in the primary area of the factory.
• Load production materials into the primary piece of equipment, meeting corporate quality and safety standards in pet food manufacturing.
• Assist product changeovers on a primary piece of equipment.
• 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.
• Document quality attributes and provide production data for shift reports.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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