Processing Operator - Skittles (Pitman Nights) ($1,500 Sign-on bonus)

About the role

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 while functioning as a member of an area team responsible for the efficient production of quality products. Operators must have the skill set to train and/or perform the tasks of other associates in the area as needed. Strong communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills are required to support site objectives.

Responsibilities

• Operate and change over specified machinery in the assigned area.
• 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 process stops.
• Encourage and support a safe working environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized manufacturing area in accordance with 5S standards.
• Actively participate in TPM (Total Productive Management) teams.
• Identify and implement improvement opportunities, making recommendations to team leads.

Requirements

• Minimum: Grade 12 or High School diploma, or equivalent.
• Preferred: Associate 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.
• Experience in a lean manufacturing or TPM environment is preferred.

Skills

• Minimum: Medium-level math, communication, computer, and problem-solving skills.
• Preferred: 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

• Work with diverse and talented associates guided by the Five Principles.
• Access to best-in-class learning and development support, including Mars University.
• Industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
• Participation in 401k plan and paid time off benefits.
• Medical and dental benefits.

Pay

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is USD 25.08 - USD 34.49 per hour (applicable to IL). The total compensation package includes variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in a 401k plan, and paid time off benefits.