Operator 1 - Filler (Moore)

Mars Petcare is seeking an Operator 1 - Filler to join our pet food manufacturing team in Fort Smith, AR. We focus on delivering precise, effective nutrition for cats and dogs through meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety standards by using LOTO and confined space entry procedures in the primary factory area.
• Load production materials into primary equipment while meeting corporate quality and safety standards.
• Assist with product changeovers on primary equipment.
• Communicate effectively with the team to prevent downtime and quality issues.
• Operate equipment during breaks, lunches, or as needed.
• Comply with Mars Petcare Quality and Food Safety Practices, GMPs, and other regulatory standards.
• Document quality attributes and provide production data for shift reports using a computer or iPad.
• Lift and handle 150-200 forty-pound bags of ingredients per day.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods on hard surfaces.
• Computer/iPad literacy for data entry, recording, and retrieval.

Skills

• Knowledge of production processes, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and food safety/regulatory standards.
• Understanding of equipment start-up, operation, shutdown, and cleaning procedures.
• Ability to assist with troubleshooting equipment and quality checks.
• Experience documenting results using database collection systems.
• Familiarity with Nexus, MSDS database, Near Miss Reporting, and Adams Bradley Systems or similar displays.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401k match.
• Up to three weeks of vacation (eligibility based on hire date).
• 12 paid holidays per year.
• Sick pay, maternity, and parental leave.
• Annual bonus earning potential.
• Additional ancillary benefits.

About Mars, Incorporated

Mars is a family-owned business with over a century of history, producing diverse products and services for people and pets. With nearly $35 billion in sales, Mars operates globally and owns brands like PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, and more. The company also provides veterinary health services through BANFIELD® Pet Hospitals, Blue Pearl®, VCA®, and Pet Partners™. Guided by the Five Principles—Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, and Freedom—Mars employs over 100,000 associates worldwide.

Mars values military veterans' leadership, technical skills, and commitment to excellence. Your experience in mechanics, electronics, and operational discipline is highly transferable to this role.