Job description

Please apply on the Mars career page at: https://careers.mars.com/global/en/search-results?qcity=Lebanon&qstate=Tennessee&qcountry=United%20States

*MUST APPLY WITH RESUME FOR CONSIDERATION!*

The Extruder Operator is responsible and accountable for assuring all formulas are manufactured according to Q&FS specifications and QMP standards in support of the Company's Quality and Food Safety principles.

Shift:

Rotating Shift- 6:00 am to 6:30 pm , 4 days per week.

Shift will rotate from days to nights/nights to days every 12 weeks

What are we looking for?

• Principal Accountabilities
• Is the main point of contact for all resources in the processing area of the plant
• Coordinates all processing area activities and a safe, food safe, and efficient manner in alignment with shift, area, and plant goals
• Performs all assigned activities and job tasks within a line or area
• Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Takes corrective actions in solving problems to root cause level
• Assess equipment operating reliability and perform routine repairs, adjustments, and malfunction troubleshooting
• Performs and/or works with Maintenance to complete equipment preventive maintenance
• Maintains accurate records of QC checks, production numbers or waste performance
• Performs all shift support documentation in a quality matter
• Performs QC tasks such as magnet checks, inspection of date codes, item numbers, dump logs, equipment attributes, all extruder and dryer system process control checks, etc.
• Demonstrates high degree of ownership for product quality: Performs all standard quality checks & other quality related duties
• Understands production schedules, production computer systems, work instructions and production inventories
• All associates are responsible for the safety, quality, and food safety in their work area
• Demonstrate a quality culture in actions, words, and spirit
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Assure the process equipment and all supporting processes are in compliance with Q&FS, QMP, and performance objectives at the following process flow points. This is subject to change based on operational requirements: Conditioning, Extrusion, Drying and Coating
• Q&FS Testing Equipment
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Key Functional Skills/Knowledge
• Team player, Action oriented, Problem-solving abilities, Strong communication skills and Continuous self-development
• Must be capable of working at elevated heights and or confined space
• Wearing proper personal protective equipment (bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform)
• Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust dirt and chemicals
• Knowledge of local, federal, and industry regulations with regards to: Food Safety (GMP, HACCP), Food Quality (Product and Process)
• Q&FS testing practices and procedures, QMP polices, and SPC

Mars, Incorporated and its subsidiaries and affiliates (Mars) do not compensate search firms for unsolicited assistance unless they have a written search agreement with Mars and the requisition is position-specific. Any resumes, curriculum vitae, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a written search agreement or position-specific requisition submitted to any Associate of Mars will be deemed the sole property of Mars and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Mars.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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