Finished Goods Operator

Mars Petcare- Finished Goods Operator- Columbus, OH

• Pay: $26.87/hour and $1.50 shift premium
• This site manufactures Petfood: Pedigree, Cesar, Nutro, Royal Canin, Iams & Whiskas

Shift Schedule:

3rd Shift: Monday- Friday 11pm-730am

Job Purpose:

To fulfill and effectively execute responsibilities of a Finished Goods Operator in accordance with production and safety policies.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
• Mechanically inclined
• Efficiently able to use computers and iPads (MS Office and email)

Physical Requirements:

• Can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• 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, lean over equipment, and operate in confined spaces.
• Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods, with shifts lasting 12 hours
• Capable of working in hot, cold and wet conditions
• Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Forklift experience
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing and/or warehouse environment
• 1+ years hands on experience working on production machine/equipment.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Ensure a constant flow of finished goods from palletizer to warehouse, shuttle trailers, and direct shipments.
• Stage, scan and pull product in the set aside and warehouse area four high.
• Assure paperwork is maintained for quality & inventory control
• Operate and maintain push/pull lift, including the documenting of forklift checks
• Operate, troubleshoot and correct faults on Pantin/Von Gals, in order to maintain consistent product throughput. 
• Maintain sanitation of equipment and area.
• Provide audits of packaging quality and supply packaging area.
• Any ad hoc requests

Total Rewards (Effective Day 1):

• Starting Pay: $26.87/hour
• Shift Premium: $1.50/hour
• Annual Bonus and Merit Increases 
• Benefits Starting Day One: 
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental 
  • Up to 6% 401(k) match 
  • Vacation time 
  • Tuition reimbursement 
  • Short/Long-Term Disability 
  • 18 weeks parental leave 

What can you expect from Mars?

• The opportunity to learn and develop, taking charge of your own career across Mars.
• An industry competitive salary and great benefits package
• Chance to work cross-functionally and add value and impact to the business.
• If you are passionate, a great problem solver, resilient, and have a high drive for results, then we want to hear from you!