Job Description:

Mars Wrigley - TNN Site

Chattanooga, TN

LifeSavers Processing Operator

12-hour Night Shift following a 223 Rotating Schedule

The LifeSavers Processing Operator is responsible for operating automated and/or manual manufacturing equipment used to produce LifeSavers following the established manufacturing procedures and prescribed formulas with exactness. The LifeSavers Processing Operator will perform daily job requirements to include but not limited to, running all equipment used to process LifeSavers, cleaning and stocking, and communicating upstream and downstream to ensure adherence to production schedule.

Job Accountabilities:

• Perform general housekeeping duties in the LifeSavers processing department


• Complete frequent observation of work-in-process and the completion of required recording, such as Quality Control Point sheets


• Independently operate processing machines and produce a quality LifeSaver product in a team-based environment


• This position will be required to cross train in various positions in the LifeSavers processing departments


• This position requires the ability to operate all processing jobs in LifeSavers


• Participate in MSE progression through the AM model or Focused Improvement Loss Projects

• High school diploma or equivalent


• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment


• Basic math skills required to calculate ingredients


• Pallet jack operation


• Participate as a team player in accomplishing all company goals and objectives


• Mixing or related experience preferred


• High sense of urgency and accountability


• High Level of demonstrated problem-solving capability


• Experience with computers and touch screen tablets


• Experience in TPM/Lean Manufacturing a plus


• Experience with MS Office Products and Outlook a plus


• Supports and understands the business, department and line goals


• Other responsibilities and duties as assigned

• frequent lifting/carrying/pulling/pushing (1-50lbs.)


• frequent handling/reaching of various products


• frequent fine finger movements


• frequent standing

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.