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Machine Operator- Flex Processing

Company:
Mars
Location:
Columbus, OH
Posted:
October 15, 2025
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Description:

Mars Petcare- Columbus, OH

Flex Processing Machine Operator

Pay: $30.09/HR + $1.50/HR Shift Premium

Required Shift:

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

Flexible to weekends pending business needs

$1.50/HR shift premium

Job Purpose:

The Flex Processing Machine Operator is responsible for producing and monitoring production efficiently and safely using loaders, unloaders, fillers and waterbath equipment.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or GED

1+ year of manufacturing experience

Mechanical training or background

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

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

Able to handle hot and cold temperature environments

Preferred Qualifications:

Technical degree or certification

Previous experience in filling

2+ years of manufacturing experience

What will be your Key Responsibilities?

Accountable for the performance of several machines, processes, and pieces of manufacturing equipment including loaders, unloaders, fillers and waterbaths

Monitor activities on production lines: optimization, downtime, escalations, quality checks, waste reporting, maintenance, quality assurance, change overs, etc.

Run extruders in line with global standards, safety standards & monitoring regimes

Any ad hoc requests of the leadership team or site

Total Rewards (Effective Day 1):

Pay starting at $30.09/HR

Shift Premium: $1.50/HR

OT potential

Annual bonus pay out

Yearly pay increases

Medical, Vision & Dental

Up to 6% 401K match

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Short/Long Term disability

18 weeks Parental Leave

R140194

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