Job Title

Operations Area Lead

Segment / Business Unit

Mars Food

Country / Site

U.S./Greenville, MS

Job Function

Supply

Expected Job Level

B4

Manager’s Name & Position

Atiereya Adley, Operations Manager

Date

Job Purpose/Overview

Answer why this job is in the organization; Why this job exists (2 or 3 sentences maximum)

The Senior Operator will be the lead Operator for the equipment in his/her area of responsibility. This position will be responsible for Safety and Quality Standards, Performance, Operational standards, KPI monitoring, and training for area of responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

Please list the most important and relevant responsibilities

• Functions as the Operator SME on equipment.
• Safety/GMP Leader in adhering to safe work practices; LOTO, Confined Space, and all other plant safety requirements related to supporting machinery
• Hold team members accountable to adherence of Safety & GMP practices.
• Responsible for developing Training for Area of responsibility
• Train and certify new Associates on equipment in area of responsibility
• Responsible for AM rollout and standard adherence for Equipment in your area
• Work with Maintenance Lead to develop an AM/PM plan for equipment in your area of responsibility
• Responsible for centerline development and ownership
• Lead/Participate in Basic Problem Solving and FI Projects

Represent team in the daily FMOS meetings. Provides performance data for selected machines and communicates action plans and completed work effectively.

• Use PLC to troubleshoot and calibrate electrical components; including identifying faulty equipment for all assigned equipment.
• Higher level of troubleshooting skills for hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical drive systems for assigned equipment.
• Recognized as having a special skill in either: Fabrication, Welding, Electrical, Machinist, or Team Leader identified skill set.
• Leader in communicating with technical associates and management

Context and Scope

Explain how the job gets done and the way it operates within the team and with stakeholders

• Individual Contributor
• Delivers Consistent Results
• Creates Collaborative Relationships

Job Specifications/Qualifications

State the preferred education, knowledge, skills and experience this position requires. State the physical and/or mental requirements for the role (e.g. stand for x hours, lift x weight, concentration on repetitive tasks).

Note: May differ from the current job holder’s own skills and experience.

Education & Professional Qualifications

Education & Professional Qualification

Minimum:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred:

• 5 years of manufacturing operations experience

Knowledge / Experience

Technical degree/trade certification or 4 years or equivalent manufacturing technician experience required.

Key Mars Leadership Competencies (4-6)

Refer to the Mars Talent and Development Library

Note: competencies selected should be job related

• Conflict Management
• Peer Relationships
• Drive for Results
• Action Orientation
• Functional/Technical Skills

Key Functional Competencies & Technical Skills (3-5)

Refer to the Mars Talent and Development Library

Distinguish any preferred competences at the end of the list & notate them as “preferred”

Minimum:

• Possess a fundamental understanding of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and mechanical drawings in order to solve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to troubleshoot ac/dc electrical components including motor starters, switches and sensors found on all assigned equipment using basic test equipment such as multi-meters and amp probes.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic pneumatic and mechanical drive systems at the component level on all assigned equipment, i.e. sorting systems and palletizing robots.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed to support production needs and to conduct multi-task work in a very fast paced work environment
• Willingness to develop required technical skills in welding, basic machinist and fabrication/layout skill sets.

Preferred:

Minimum:

• Possess a fundamental understanding of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and mechanical drawings in order to solve problems in a timely manner.
• Ability to troubleshoot ac/dc electrical components including motor starters, switches and sensors found on all assigned equipment using basic test equipment such as multi-meters and amp probes.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic pneumatic and mechanical drive systems at the component level on all assigned equipment, i.e. sorting systems and palletizing robots.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed to support production needs and to conduct multi-task work in a very fast paced work environment
• Willingness to develop required technical skills in welding, basic machinist and fabrication/layout skill sets.

Preferred:

• Possess an advanced understanding of ac/dc electrical (up to 480 volt 3 phase), hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and mechanical drawings in order to solve problems in a timely manner.
• Possess PLC/ Instrumentation troubleshooting skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs.).
• Frequent pushing/pulling (50-200 lbs.).
• Frequent handling/gripping/bending/stooping.
• Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, leaning over equipment.
• Ability to stand and / or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).

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