Job Description:

Job: Utility Grinding Operator

Shift: Nights (2,2,3 Shift - 6:00 PM-6:30 AM)

Location: Royal Canin (Freemont, NE)

Royal Canin is seeking Utility Grinding Operator to join our exciting pet food business at a Freemont, NE manufacturing plant. We focus on the unique needs of cats and dogs. Our obsession with detail allows us to deliver precise, effective nutrition and help them become their magnificent best.

As part of our overall total compensation package, Royal Canin offers a competitive benefits package to all associates: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance,

Short- & Long-Term Disability, and 401k match. Associates are also immediately eligible (based on hire date) for up to three weeks of vacation, 12 Paid Holidays per year, Sick Pay, Maternity & Parental Leave, and annual bonus earning potential, plus many other ancillary benefits not listed here.

Perform and report Grinding Utility operational activity in order to comply with safety, quality, and productivity targets.

Responsibilities: 

Operate Food Prep systems in accordance with Royal Canin Operating Procedures in a safe, productive, and efficient manner at all times.Perform Food Prep operational activity according to production and planning schedules and requirements.Perform required Quality Control checks and analysis on each delivery of materials to be received in accordance to Royal Canin Quality Procedures.Perform periodic and routine inventories of raw materials in storage.Prepare delivery equipment for receiving of materials.Receive and unload raw materials and supplies from delivery equipment.Provide and perform material receiving and storage data entry and reporting as required.Provide and perform routine maintenance checks on equipment.Provide reporting and documentation of Quality, Production, Maintenance, and Sanitation activities in accordance with Royal canin Operating Procedures.Assist in other production, sanitation, maintenance, and quality activity in other areas as directed.Provide functional communications with other staff members as necessary to optimize quality, efficiency, productivity and safety.Perform all duties in compliance with Royal Canin Quality Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices.Adhere to all Royal Canin safety requirements.Perform housekeeping and sanitation procedures in accordance with Royal Canin's Food Safety and sanitation Program.Other duties assigned to you.Standing on concrete floorWearing proper personal protective equipment.Bending, stooping, twisting, standing for extended periods of time periods, reaching, climbing stairs and lifting up to 55 pounds.Must be able to adapt to temperature and environment extremes such as hot and cold, dust, dirt and chemicals.Vision correctable to 20/20.

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION:

High School graduate or equivalent.18 years of age or older.Must be able to speak and write in English.Demonstrated competency in computer and PC software including MS Office and email.Willing to work rotating shifts.Manufacturing experience.

KEY FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES AND TECHNICAL SKILLS:

High level of mechanical aptitude and knowledge with good skills in troubleshooting and problem solving.Forklift capabilityManufacturing experience

What can you expect from Mars?

Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.Join a purpose driven company, where we’re 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.

Interested candidates must meet all qualifications to be considered for this position.

About Mars, Incorporated 

Mars is a family-owned business with over a century of history, making diverse products and offering services for people and the pets people love. With almost $35 billion in sales, the company is a global business that produces some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, UNCLE BEN’S®, MARS DRINKS and COCOAVIA®. Mars also provides veterinary health services that include BANFIELD® Pet Hospitals, Blue Pearl®, 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 its more than 100,000 Associates to create value for all its partners and deliver growth they are proud of every day.

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.