Job description

To apply, visit https://careers.mars.com/global/en/search-results?qcity=Reno&qstate=Nevada&qcountry=United%20States

Hiring Event:

Date: February 2, 2023

Time: 8AM-3PM

Location: 500 Waltham Way, Sparks, NV

$1,500 sign on bonus

The Packaging Operator role functions as a member of an area team that is directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. This role will operate/change over specified machinery in the assigned area. Packaging Operators must ensure efficiency, operational conformance, product quality, and continuous improvement. Packaging Operators must have the skill set to train and/or perform the tasks of other associates in the area as needed. This job requires strong communication, interpersonal and team-building skills to support site objectives. Every associate at Mars has the responsibility for the achievement of quality and food safety.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Be 18 years of age or older
• Have a High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education
• Must be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate in the English language

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience operating a variety of machines
• 2 years of work experience within manufacturing, or a technical and/or trade discipline
• Demonstrated competency in computer and pc software including MS Office and email
• Knowledge of inventory control principles

Key Responsibilities:

• 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 metal checks, an inspection of date codes, item numbers, dump logs, etc
• Demonstrates a 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.

What can you expect from Mars?

• The opportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package.
• To be respected and valued.
• The Five Principles at the center of every decision we make.
• The opportunity to work cross functionally, add value and impact a better world for generations to come.

About Mars:
Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL® and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA™ and Pet Partners™.Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 130,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.

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.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: One location

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