Job Description:
What are we looking for?High School diploma or equivalent plus 1-2 years’ experience (manufacturing environment preferred).
Good basic math, reading, and writing skills.
Good mechanical aptitude.
Basic knowledge of personal computers.
Good problem-solving skills.
Good housekeeping skills and knowledge of GMP's.
Problem Solving, Learning on The Fly, Functional Technical Skills, Peer Relationships
Participate in site IWT's, Lean Teams, and focus groups as appropriate.
Train other area associates in operation of batching.
Ability to cover vacations for other batching associates in this role.
What will be your key responsibilities?Sampling of all incoming raw materialsVisually inspect incoming commodities and take appropriate action on issues such as infestation, pests, mold, or any other quality issuePerform required quality testingFOSS Analyzer and lab equipment operationReceiving and Quality systems database interfacingEnsure adherence to all site food safety and security practicesActively address food safety and quality concerns.Unloading of all incoming raw materialsMajor bin strategy coordinationHard stock grinder managementBatching System OperationMeet cut-off and tonnes requirementsMaintain a clean and safe work environment that promotes associate safety and product integrityImprove operations through individual and group problem solvingActively address food safety and quality concernsOther duties as assignedWhat can you expect from Mars?Work with over 140,000 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.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.