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Packaging Operator

Mars, Incorporated · mars.com
ColumbiaOn-siteEntry level1–2 yrs
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Packaging line machine operation and quality checks in a food plant.

Warehouse

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Found
6 d ago · posted 2026-10-29
Location
USA-South Carolina-Columbia

Full description

Job Description: Description of Role: Operator Filling Line are experts in operating equipment, machinery, and systems within their assigned area. They are responsible for ensuring the efficient production of high-quality products, performing machine operations and changeovers, and supporting the training of other team members. Shift requirement is 12 hour rotating shift. What are we looking for? Minimum Requirements: • High school diploma, GED or equivalent education • 1 year experience in manufacturing • Prior experience operating packaging machines 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 read, write and speak English Preferred Qualifications: • 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment • JDA and ATLAS knowledge or other warehouse management systems experience • Experience maintaining accurate inventory records • Forklift certification What will be your Key Responsibilities? • Performs activities and job tasks within a manufacturing line or area • Operates equipment and changeovers 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 preventative maintenance (PM) • Performs quality control (QC) tasks such as metal checks, inspection of date codes, item numbers, dump logs, etc. • Maintain accurate records of quality check and keeps detailed logbooks • Any ad hoc tasks Total Rewards • 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 • Relocation is not available What will be the Interview Process? Resume review > Recruiter Phone Screen > Situational Judgement Assessment (online) > Onsite Panel Interview> Offer Decision Allergies: This is a soy facility 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 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.

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