• Job Description

  Req#: R79555

  Job Description:

  The Mars Wrigley - Gainesville factory is hiring an 8 hour afternoon shift Sheeting Operator!

  What do we Manufacture?

  Your favorite GUM brands including Orbit, 5 Gum, Eclipse, Extra, etc.

  *Additional compensation and benefits information below.

  Required Schedule:

  8 Hour Afternoon Shift

  Monday – Friday 1:30pm – 10pm

  Job Purpose

  Responsible for operating automated sheeting equipment used to produce gum base.

  What are we looking for?

  Minimum Requirements:

  • Must be in good standing in current role
  • 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, Kronos, Gen Suite, JDA 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).
  • Assembling and handling card board totes, wooden and plastic pellets weighing up to 25 lbs
  • 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?

  • Performs quality assurance checks, documentation, place trays on the line, change materials/product, machine change overs, troubleshoot mechanical breakdowns, clean machine jams and adjusts the machine to minimize downtime and promote productivity.
  • Operate a forklift to move skids of gum from the up stacker to the cooling tunnels.
  • Responsible for meeting production requirements daily.
  • Cleaning, sweeping, inspection, lubrication and reporting abnormalities, etc.
  • Responsible for the use of proper Lock Out/Tag Out procedures and meeting all safety guidelines.
  • May be required to provide backup coverage for the Sr. Sheeting Operator 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:

  • $1,500K sign on bonus
  • Pay based on experience.
  • Shift differential of $1.50 (Non-Rotating) or $2.11 (Rotating) (Night)
  • 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.

  Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

• About the company

  Mars, Incorporated is an American multinational manufacturer of confectionery, pet food, and other food products and a provider of animal care services, with US$33 billion in annual sales in 2015.

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