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Production Technician
full-timeVan Buren Township

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Location

Van Buren Township

Type

full-time

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Job Description:

PURPOSE OF JOB

Team Members are system experts in their assigned area, and are highly functional in multiple areas. Team Members must also ensure efficiency, operational conformance, product quality and continuous improvement. Functions as a member of an area team which is directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities. Operate/change over specified machinery in the assigned area. Team Members must have the skill set to train and/or perform the tasks of other associates in the area as needed. This job requires Strong Communication, Interpersonal and Team Building skills to support site objectives

Physical/Environmental Requirements:

·       Standing on a concrete floor

·       Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform)

·       Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50 lbs

·       Forklift assignments require OSHA certification and getting on and off frequently

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

·       Performs all assigned activities and job tasks within a line or area

·       Operates equipment in a safe and efficient manner

·       Takes corrective actions in solving problems to root cause level

·       Able to assess equipment operating reliability and perform routine repairs, adjustments and malfunction     troubleshooting

·       Performs and/or works with Maintenance to complete equipment preventive maintenance

·       Able to maintain accurate records of QC checks, production numbers or waste performance

·       Keeps detailed log books: Performs all shift support documentation in a quality matter

·       Performs QC tasks such as metal checks, inspection of date codes, item numbers, dump logs, etc

·       Demonstrates high degree of ownership for product quality: Performs all standard quality checks & other quality related duties

·       Able to operate a computer and utilize the basic standard desktop systems

·       Understands principles of inventory control

·       Has knowledge of the plant's products and goals

·       Understands production schedules, production computer systems, work instructions and production inventories.

·       Has a general knowledge of Mars & the systems used by the business

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

1.     Functional/Technical skills

2.     Planning

3.     Drive for Results

4.     Priority Setting

5.     Customer focus

6.     Peer Relationships

KEY FUNCTIONAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

·       Relationship building with other Associates and teams

·       Good communication skills

·       Interpersonal skills

·       Analyze equipment support needs

·       Strong organization skills

KEY EXPERIENCES

·       3 years of work experience within manufacturing, or a technical and/or trade discipline

·       Demonstrated competency in computer and pc software including MS Office and email

·       Must be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules

·       Ability to read/comprehend written and oral instruction in the English language

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS

·       3+ years of manufacturing experience operating a variety of processing or packaging machines

·       Knowledge of inventory control principles

·       Ability to operate a forklift/OSHA certification

·       Experience with SAP

DESIRED EDUCATION

·       High School diploma or equivalent

DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY

Decisions

                                                                       

·       Input on how to improve processes and equipment

·       Make changes to SOP’s and Job aids as necessary to maintain equipment to eliminate losses                        

·       Preventive maintenance changes to eliminate losses from wear

·       Centerline changes based on historical data to eliminate losses

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

None- but must be a good communicator and have good relations with others. Provide feedback on new hires or new Associates training progress for ITMS.

PAY

$26.77

Other facts

Tech stack
Communication Skills,Interpersonal Skills,Team Building,Equipment Operation,Problem Solving,Quality Control,Record Keeping,Inventory Control,Computer Skills,Manufacturing Experience,Forklift Operation,Safety Compliance,Technical Skills,Organization Skills,Training Skills,Continuous Improvement

About Mars

We’re a unified force of 170,000+ Associates, taking action every day toward the world we want tomorrow.

Our Five Principles have kept us true to ourselves and to our commitment to treat others in ways that are consistent with those values. Having stood the test of time, these principles will continue, keeping us free to move quickly and plan for the future.

Quality - The consumer is our boss, quality is our work and value for money is our goal.

Responsibility - As individuals, we demand total responsibility from ourselves; as Associates, we support the responsibilities of others.

Mutuality - A mutual benefit is a shared benefit; a shared benefit will endure.

Efficiency - We use resources to the full, waste nothing and do only what we can do best.

Freedom - We need freedom to shape our future; we need profit to remain free.

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Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing

What you'll do

  • The Production Technician is responsible for operating machinery, ensuring product quality, and maintaining efficient production processes. They also perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.

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What does a Production Technician do at Mars?

As a Production Technician at Mars, you will: the Production Technician is responsible for operating machinery, ensuring product quality, and maintaining efficient production processes. They also perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment..

Why join Mars as a Production Technician?

Mars is a leading Food and Beverage Manufacturing company.

Is the Production Technician position at Mars remote?

The Production Technician position at Mars is based in Van Buren Township, Ohio, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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