Process Operator - Nights

Mars•Topeka, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Mars is hiring a Process Operator for its manufacturing plant in Topeka, Kansas. Process Operators are system experts in their assigned areas and are highly functional across multiple areas. They help ensure efficient operations, conformance to operating requirements, product quality, and continuous improvement while working as members of an area team responsible for producing quality products in required quantities. Operators run and change over machinery in their assigned areas and may train or perform the tasks of other associates as needed. Strong communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills are required to support site objectives. The position involves operating production equipment, troubleshooting and repairing equipment, performing quality checks and documentation, and supporting preventative maintenance. The role requires wearing personal protective equipment and performing physical tasks including standing for extended periods and lifting up to 50 pounds. Weekend work and mandatory overtime are required during peak season.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education.
Ability to stand on a concrete floor and wear required personal protective equipment, including a hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform.
Ability to bend, stoop, twist, turn, stand for extended periods, reach, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Forklift assignments require OSHA certification and frequent mounting and dismounting.
Ability to work weekends during peak season.
Ability to work mandatory overtime during peak season.

Nice To Haves

One or more years 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 equipment safely and efficiently, including machinery changeovers.
Take corrective actions to resolve problems at their root cause.
Assess equipment reliability and perform routine repairs, adjustments, and troubleshooting.
Perform preventative 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 checks, including metal checks, date-code and item-number inspections, and dump logs.
Perform standard quality checks and other quality-related duties, taking ownership of product quality.
Operate a forklift when assigned.
Use a computer and standard desktop systems, including LSS, PSL, MIS, and SQCIS.
Apply inventory-control principles.
Understand plant products and goals, production schedules, production computer systems, and work instructions.
Train or perform the tasks of other associates in the area as needed.