Packaging Operator - Skittles (Pitman Nights) ($1,500 Sign-on Bonus)

Operators are system experts in their assigned area and are highly functional in multiple areas. They ensure efficiency, operational conformance, product quality, and continuous improvement as part of an area team responsible for the efficient production of quality products.

Responsibilities

• Operate and change over specified machinery in the assigned area.
• Train and perform tasks of other associates in the area as needed.
• Perform changeovers, period deep cleanings, and maintain supplies for the designated work area.
• Properly fill out all paperwork, including HACCP and military sheets.
• Perform all cleaning, inspection, and lubrication tasks (CILs).
• Adhere to and encourage the Five Principles of Mars.
• Communicate effectively with team leaders and peers.
• Follow proper escalation protocol for non-conformances and stop processes when necessary.
• Encourage and support a safe working environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized manufacturing area in accordance with 5S standards.
• Perform cleanouts and changeovers according to work instructions and checklists.
• Actively participate in TPM (Total Productive Management) teams.
• Identify and implement improvement opportunities, making recommendations to the team lead.

Requirements

• Minimum: Grade 12 or High School diploma, or equivalent.
• Preferred: Associate’s degree or higher in an engineering or manufacturing-related discipline.
• Preferred: Two or more years of experience in a food-related manufacturing environment with automated processes, including PLC/HMI.
• Preferred: Experience in a lean manufacturing or TPM environment.
• Medium to strong math, communication, computer, and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent pushing, pulling, dumping, and rolling of barrels (25-105 kgs).
• Frequent cleanout of extruders, cooling tunnels, and conveyor systems using scraping tools.
• Frequent lifting and carrying of materials.
• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, pushing, and pulling.
• Frequent moving of skids using a pallet jack or forklift.
• Frequent stooping and bending.

Benefits

• Industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
• Access to in-house Mars University for learning and development.
• Automatic enrollment in a 401(k) plan (subject to eligibility).
• Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
• Up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave.
• 120 hours of vacation per year (prorated based on start date and work schedule).
• Paid sick time: 100% pay continuation for up to 40 hours per calendar year.
• 12 paid holidays per calendar year (including fixed and flexible holidays).