Packaging Operator - Afternoons

Mars•Topeka, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Mars is hiring a Packaging Operator for its manufacturing plant in Topeka, Kansas. The Packaging Operator is a system expert in assigned areas and is expected to function in multiple areas. The role supports efficient production of quality products in required quantities, ensures operational conformance and continuous improvement, and operates or changes over assigned machinery. Operators may train or perform the tasks of other associates as needed and use strong communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills to support site objectives. The position involves operating equipment safely and efficiently, troubleshooting and addressing equipment issues, completing or assisting with preventive maintenance, conducting quality checks, and maintaining production and quality records. Operators use a computer and standard desktop systems, understand inventory control principles and production schedules, and learn the plant’s products, goals, systems, and work instructions. The work takes place in a manufacturing environment and requires standing on concrete floors, wearing required protective equipment, and performing physical tasks including bending, twisting, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Forklift assignments require OSHA certification and frequent mounting and dismounting.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills.
Ability to perform the listed physical tasks, including standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Forklift assignments require OSHA certification.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of manufacturing experience operating a variety of machines.
Knowledge of inventory-control principles.
Ability to operate a forklift and OSHA certification.
Experience with SAP.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned activities and job tasks within a production line or area.
Operate assigned equipment safely and efficiently, including machinery changeovers.
Take corrective action to solve problems at their root cause.
Assess equipment reliability and perform routine repairs, adjustments, and troubleshooting.
Perform preventive maintenance or work with maintenance associates to complete it.
Maintain accurate records of quality checks, production numbers, and waste performance.
Complete detailed logbooks and shift-support documentation accurately.
Perform quality-control tasks, including metal checks and inspection of date codes and item numbers, and complete dump logs.
Perform standard quality checks and other quality-related duties to maintain product quality.
Operate a forklift when assigned.
Use a computer and basic standard desktop systems, including LSS, PSL, MIS, and SQCIS.
Apply inventory-control principles and follow production schedules, production computer systems, and work instructions.
Learn and understand the plant’s products, goals, Mars systems, and business systems.
Train or perform the tasks of other associates in the area as needed.