General Relief Operator (1st Shift)

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style="text-align:left"><b>Job Description:</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p><b>Mars Petcare- General Relief Operator</b>- <b>Columbus, OH (KKC)</b></p><ul><li><b>Pay: </b>30.33/hour</li><li>This site manufactures<b> Petfood</b></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Shift Schedule:</b></p><ul><li><b>Shift: </b>1st (day shift)</li><li><b>Schedule: </b>2.2.3 (and 2 weekends/month)</li><li><b>Hours: </b>7am- 7:30pm</li></ul><p>(<i>Flexible pending business needs)</i></p><p></p><p><b>Description of Role:</b></p><p>The General Relief Operator is responsible for monitoring and maintaining the performance of the site's production lines to ensure compliance with quality, safety, and GMP policies.</p><p></p><p><b>What are we looking for?</b></p><p><u>Minimum Requirements</u></p><ul><li>High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education</li><li>1+ year related manufacturing operator experience</li><li>Proficient in computer software’s including MS office and email</li></ul><p></p><p><u>Preferred Qualifications:</u> </p><ul><li>Technical degree or certificate</li><li>Fork lift certified</li><li>2+ years in a manufacturing operator role</li></ul><p></p><p><u>Physical Requirements:</u></p><ul><li>Can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.</li><li>Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)</li><li>Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping.</li><li>Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and operate in confined spaces.</li><li>Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods, with shifts lasting 12 hours</li><li>Capable of working in hot, cold and wet conditions</li><li>Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>What will be your key responsibilities?</b></p><ul><li>Monitor and manage the performance of multiple machines, processes, or pieces of equipment.</li><li>Ensure proper documentation is maintained for quality and inventory control, including holding records, case samples, and shipping finished products.</li><li>Operate and maintain push/pull lifts and forklifts</li><li>Facilitate changeovers, optimize production lines, perform quality checks and audits, meet production schedules, report downtime, and minimize waste.</li><li>Participate actively in continuous improvement initiatives within operations.</li><li>Adhere to good hygiene, safety, quality, and manufacturing practices at all times.</li><li>Troubleshoot equipment to ensure proper mechanical operation.</li><li>Perform any ad hoc tasks as assigned</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Total Rewards</b> </p><ul><li><b>Starting Pay:</b> $30.33</li><li><b>Annual Bonus and Merit Increases</b> </li><li><b>Benefits Starting Day One:</b> <ul><li>Medical, Vision, and Dental </li><li>Up to 6% 401(k) match </li><li>Vacation time </li><li>Tuition reimbursement </li><li>Short/Long-Term Disability </li><li>18 weeks parental leave </li></ul></li><li>Relocation will not be offered</li></ul><p></p><p></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p>

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