Job description
Job Description: Company: Mars Wrigley- Gainesville, GA Title: Machine Operator Required Shift: 12 hour 2-2-3 Rotating Shift B Shift Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday Job Purpose: The Machine Operator is responsible for operating PLC driven state of the art high-speed wrapping machinery with attached automatic boxing-off or bagging units.
What are we looking for? Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Must have met time in role (12+ Months) Must have line manager approval to apply Must be in good standing in current role 2+ years of experience operating high speed machinery and/or equipment in a manufacturing, production, or warehouse environment.
Physical Requirements: Frequent lifting/carrying pushing (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 eight hours in one shift).
Ability to understand, communicate, read, and write basic work-related English.
Preferred Qualifications
Technical degree or certifications 3+ years’ experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment Ability to keep accurate inventory records. Strong understanding of all GMP’s, PPE’s and quality checks What will be your Key Responsibilities? Machine Operator: Continuously supply the wrapping machine with the appropriate finished product and wrapping materials to keep the machine running.
Meet productivity requirements on a daily basis. Operates the wrapping machine with minimal waste to finished product and packaging material. Frequently performs quality assurance checks throughout the day, inspecting for packaging defects, material defects and gum quality. Perform periodic Autonomous Maintenance activities on the Wrapping Machine to ensure that it is always performing at peak efficiencies.
Troubleshoots machinery breakdowns, cleans machine jams and aligns rolls of wrapping materials in an effort to minimize downtimes and promote productivity. productivity. Allergies: If you have an allergy to soy lecithin, please let the recruiter know in your initial screen. What can you expect from Mars? The opportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career.
An industry-competitive salary and benefits package To be respected and valued The Five Principles are at the center of every decision we make. The opportunity to work cross-functionally, add value and impact a better world for generations to come.