Job Description:

Grinding Utility Operator

Being a Mars Associate is all about opportunity. The opportunity to do the kind of challenging, interesting work that shapes the world's best-loved brands. To work with real purpose, supported by talented, friendly people from all sorts of different backgrounds. Access the tools, training and experience you need to have a positive impact on our business, on the planet, and most importantly on your own career. Being a Mars associate is more than a job. It's the opportunity to start your tomorrow today.

Location :

Royal Canin

920 Arctic Drive

Lebanon, TN 37090

Required Shift :

12-Hour shifts, rotating schedules.

Days 6:00am to 6:30pm; Nights 6:00pm to 6:30am; 4 days on and 4 days off. Shifts will rotate days to nights every 12 weeks.

The scope of theGrinding Utility Operatoris responsible and accountable for ensuring all raw materials are appropriately dosed and batched to standard formulas. The Grinding Operator will work several positions throughout the site with the intent of preparing and mixing ingredients.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma / GED


• Forklift experience required


• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment; must be coachable


• Passion to work and learn in a manufacturing environment


• Ability to act with disciplined initiative


• Working knowledge of computer programs for entering data


• Good verbal and written communication skills


• 1+ years' experience within manufacturing, technical and/or trade discipline


• Comfortable working with different business systems like SAP, ATMS and week plan.

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting/carrying (10-55 lbs.) and pushing/pulling (50-200 lbs.).


• Frequenthandling/gripping/bending/stooping


• Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, leaning over equipment


• Ability to stand and / or work on feet for extended periods

What will be your Key Responsibilities?

• Operate mixing, grinding, material handling, and cleaning equipment and systems


• Operate Grinding Tower systems in accordance with Operating Procedures in a safe, productive, and efficient manner at all times


• Perform Grinding Tower operational activity according to production and planning schedules and requirements


• Perform periodic and routine inventories of raw materials in storage and adjust production quantity based on inventory


• Receive and unload raw materials and supplies from delivery equipment


• Provide and perform routine maintenance checks on equipment


• Provide reporting and documentation of Quality, Production, Maintenance, and Sanitation activities in accordance 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 Quality Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices


• Adhere to all safety requirements


• Perform housekeeping and sanitation procedures in accordance with Food Safety and Sanitation Program

TotalRewards/Compensation:

• Shift differential of $1.50/hour


• Pay based on experience


• OT potential


• Annual bonus pay out


• Annual merit increases


• Medical, Vision & Dental- Starts day one!


• Up to 6% 401K match


• Paid Time Off


• Tuition reimbursement


• Short/Long Term disability


• 18 weeks parental leave

What can you expect from Mars?

• Theopportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career.


• Anindustry competitive salary and benefits package.


• Tobe respected and valued.


• TheFive Principles at the center of every decision we make.


• Theopportunity to work cross functionally, add value and impact a better world for generations to come.

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 because of such a request.

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.