Machine Operator

Mars Wrigley - Gainesville, GA

Title: Machine Operator

• Pay: $25.83/hr + shift differential
• What do we Manufacture?
• Your favorite GUM brands including Orbit, 5 Gum, Eclipse, Extra, etc.
• *Additional compensation and benefits information below.

Actively Hiring for 12 Hour Night Shift

• 5pm- 5:30am
• This schedule restarts every 2 weeks.
• Week 1: You work Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. You are off Wednesday and Thursday.
• Week 2: You work Wednesday, and Thursday. You are off Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Job Purpose

• The Machine Operator is responsible for operating state-of-the-art high-speed wrapping machinery.
• What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2+ years of experience operating high speed machinery and/or equipment in a manufacturing, production or warehouse environment.
• Understanding of computer systems (Ex: MS Office, inventory systems, SAP, etc)

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?

• Supply the wrapping machine with the appropriate finished product and wrapping materials to keep the machine running with minimal material waste.
• Meet the productivity requirements daily while keeping hourly count reports of production, downtime and waste amounts.
• Perform quality assurance checks throughout shift (e.g., inspect for packaging & material defects & ensure gum quality)
• Troubleshoot machine breakdowns, clean machine jams & align rolls of wrapping materials to minimize downtime and promote productivity.
• Perform periodic Autonomous Maintenance (5S, clean, inspect and lubricate, maintain centerlines & address abnormalities) activities to ensure it performs at peak efficiency.
• Perform general housekeeping duties around the machine (e.g., sweeping floors, cleaning machine parts, supply tables, gum tables, etc.)
• Provide occasional backup for Material Supply-Gum and any other ad hoc tasks when needed.

• What will be the Interview Process?
• Resume review > recruiter phone screen > Situational Judgement Assessment (online) > onsite panel interview> offer decision.
• Allergies: if you have an allergy to soy lecithin, please let the recruiter know in your initial screen.

Training & Onboarding

• 3-day initial orientation on start date (Day Shift)
• 6-week training program (Flexible between Day & Night Shift)
• To ensure the efficiency and safety of our associates and the product, all new hires will go through a stringent onboarding and training program. Therefore, new hires are not eligible to take any vacation during the 6-week training period.

Compensation

• $25.83/hr + shift differential
• OT potential
• Annual bonus pay out
• Annual merit increases

Total Rewards

• Medical, Vision & Dental- Starts day one!
• Up to 6% 401K match
• Vacation time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short/Long Term disability
• 18 weeks parental leave

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.