Packaging Quality Operator

Mars•Columbia, SC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Mars is seeking motivated individuals to join their factory team as Packaging Quality Operators. This role offers the opportunity to work with well-known brands, engage in challenging work, and be part of a supportive team. The position is focused on ensuring compliance with company procedures in packaging, managing the flow of finished product, and maintaining high-quality standards. Being a Mars Associate is presented as more than just a job, but an opportunity for career growth and personal development.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older.
Have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent education.
Basic knowledge of personal computers through demonstrated competency in software including MS Office and email.
Must be willing and able to work rotating schedules.
Ability to understand and effectively communicate in the English language.
High Level of mechanical aptitude and knowledge, with good skills in troubleshooting and problem solving.
Most recent Performance appraisal with a minimum of “Meets” expectations and not more than 1 year old.
No active disciplinary notices.
Acceptable attendance (less than 5 incidents and no discipline above an Initial Warning).

Nice To Haves

High school diploma and 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Monitors, reviews, and inspects end of shift paperwork and finished product to ensure compliance to company procedures in packaging.
Manages the flow of finished kibble efficiently and safely through the packaging, palletizing and warehouse areas into high quality finished product in the proper packaging and according to schedule.
Trains other Packaging Quality Operators.
Constant evaluation of appearance, chemical, physical, and sanitary integrity of all products produced at the facility.
Routine evaluation of CCP’s, packaging integrity and compliance to regulatory guidelines.
Isolation, segregation, and inspection of materials deemed to be non-compliant regarding established specification.
Performs both routine and non-routine collection of test data, sending and receiving analytical samples and results as well as process problem solving and troubleshooting.
Documents observations honestly, neatly, and completely so informed decisions regarding quality can be made.
Scans, collects and submits finished product samples for testing.
Communicates and escalates any quality and food safety concerns to site management.
Keeps laboratory equipment clean and in proper working order unless repairs are beyond their capacity.
Performs other similar duties as assigned by supervisor.
Performs packing line operator roles.
May perform special non-routine tasks associated with corporate requests, projects, and tests.
Supports plant management in a like manner regarding non-routine assignments such as supply inventory and hold inspections.
Assists with providing breaks to operators throughout the shift.
Participates in site “Continuous Improvement” groups as appropriate.
Trains other area associates in operation of all areas and systems, including safety, quality, and strategy.
Participates in site safety program and actively looks for ways to improve site and area safety.
Performs other similar duties as assigned.