Job Description:
Job: Utility Operator - WIP
Shift: Days
Location: Mars Petcare (North Kansas City Mo)
Mars Petcare (Greenies) is looking to hire a Utility Operator WIP at our climate-controlled Kansas City MO location!
Being a Mars Associate is all about opportunity. The opportunity to do the kind of challenging interesting work that shapes the worlds best-loved brands. To work with real purpose supported by talented friendly people from all sorts of different backgrounds. Access the Mars tools and training to have a positive impact on our business on the planet and most importantly on your own career. Being a Mars associate is more than a job. Its the opportunity to start your tomorrow today.
The Utility WIP Operator is responsible for general packaging forklift operations administrative tasks and other basic production duties as be required to operate other production equipment as needed.
What are we looking for
Minimum Requirements:
High School Diploma/GED
Forklift operations is required
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Basic computer skills Preferably iPad
Basic math and measuring skills; enjoys hands-on working environment and problem-solving
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment; must be coachable
Passion to work and learn in a manufacturing environment
Ability to adapt to changing environment Resiliency
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift up to 40lbs.
Must be able to work in confined spaces and have full mobility to climb stairs and ladders
What will be your key responsibilities
Conducting basic manufacturing activities to support the production and packaging of Greenies and Pill Pockets. This includes but not limited to the following activities:
Moving product from one area to another manually and while using a forklift
Conducting and managing inventory and other administrative duties as required
Demonstrate afood safetyquality culture in actions words and spirit.
Conducting problem-solving and troubleshooting as necessary.
Assisting with basic preventative maintenance work as assigned (CILs)
Wearing the required Mars uniform and PPE.
Building filling weighing and labeling pallets and totes
Conduct sanitation activities as required
Provide informal leadership to temporary associates throughout the production process
Ability to work in a self-directed manner with a positive attitude. Must be reliable conscientious punctual and have a good work ethic. No previous manufacturing experience is required but must have the mechanical aptitude to succeed.
What can you expect from Mars
Work with over 130000 diverse and talented Associates all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose driven company where were striving to build the world we want tomorrow today.
Best-in-class learning and development support from day one including access to our in-house Mars University.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package including company bonus.
Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request
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