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Cannery Packaging Operator

Company:
Mars
Location:
Columbus, OH
Posted:
October 10, 2025
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Description:

Mars Petcare – Columbus, OH

Cannery Packaging Operator

Pay: $26.07/HR + 1.50 shift premium

*Additional total rewards benefits below

Required Shift:

3rd Shift: Monday- Friday 11pm-7:30am

Job Purpose:

The Cannery Packaging Operator will be a multi-skilled packing associate who is responsible for achieving maximum efficiency of our packing lines whilst ensuring the highest safety and quality standards are maintained. The packaging operator will also play a pivotal role in identifying and delivering continuous improvement projects.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or GED

Mechanical Aptitude

Understanding of computer software's (EX: MS Office, email)

Physical Requirements:

Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs.) and frequent pushing/pulling (50-200 lbs.).

Frequent handling/gripping/bending/stooping.

Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, leaning over equipment.

Ability to stand and / or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).

Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed to support production needs and to conduct multi-task work in a very fast paced work environment

Ability to read, write and understand English

Preferred Requirements:

Technical degree or certification

1+ years of experience in a manufacturing role

Previous experience in a packaging department

What will be your Key Responsibilities?

Maintain excellent packaging line efficiency in line with the set plan and escalate any deviation from standard or plan

Ensure safe, correct operation of all packing lines equipment and plant

Responsible for the achievement of packaging score

Ensure cleaning regimes are upheld and fulfilled to the highest standard

Actively participate in Operational processes that support the improvement of our business performance

Monitor/test adherence to standards, ensuring breaches are resolved in a timely and effective way and communication is maintained with the relevant stake holders.

Any ad hoc requests

Total Rewards:

Starting pay: $26.07/HR

Shift Premium: $1.50/HR

OT potential

Annual bonus pay out

Annual merit increases

Medical, vision & dental- Starts day one!

Up to 6% 401K match

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Short/Long Term disability

18 weeks parental leave

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