Job Description:

Job Purpose:

Are you an experienced Operator looking for your next challenge? If so, here at Mars we now have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Op to come and join our factory team! If you have a mechanical background and are looking for the opportunity to lead a passionate team of associates whilst also being given the chance to develop and progress personally then look at the below!

The Packaging Operator will beaccountable for the performance of several machines, processes, pieces of equipment andoperational decisions at line level to achieve targets and coordinate resources as required. Some form of Mechanical training/experience is required for the role as you will be first point of call should there be any technical issues with production machinery and will be expected to take the lead in repairing mechanical breakdowns. There will also be an element of leading/coaching/training the associates dedicated to your line so some form of leadership experience would be beneficial but is not a must.

Company: Mars Petcare, Temple, Texas

Title: Team Member (Packaging Operator)

Required Shift:

• Night Shift


• 2-2-3 schedule (two days on, two days off, followed by three days on)

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent education


• 1+ years experience within a manufacturing environment AND/OR posses a technical or trade certification/degree


• Comfortable with computer and PC software including MS Office and email

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)


• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping.


• Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, leaning over equipment and work in confined spaces.


• Ability to stand and/or work on feet for extended periods (minimum 12 hours in one shift).


• Ability to understand, communicate, read, and write in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting operating a variety of machines


• Ability to operate a forklift/OSHA certification


• Knowledge of inventory control principles


• Experience with SAP or other warehouse management system


• Understands production schedules, production computer systems and work instructions

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Assess and operate manufacturing equipment and perform routine repairs, adjustments, and troubleshooting


• Takes corrective actions in solving problems to root cause level


• Performs and/or works with Maintenance to complete equipment preventative maintenance (PM)


• Performs and records quality control (QC) tasks such as metal checks, inspection of date codes, item numbers, dump logs, waste performance, etc.


• Keeps detailed logbooks: Performs all shift support documentation in a quality and safe matter


• Any ad hoc tasks assigned

Total Rewards:

• Pay based on experience


• OT potential


• Annual bonus pay out


• Annual merit increases


• Medical, Vision & Dental- Starts day one!


• Up to 6% 401K match


• Vacation time


• Tuition reimbursement


• Short/Long Term disability


• 18 weeks Parental Leave

• Work with over 130,000 like-minded 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.