Extruder Operator (New Production Line) | Lewisburg, OH | $2,500 Sign-On Bonus

Extruder OperatorThe Extruder Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation and set up of all extruding, drying, and coating equipment to meet or exceed daily production requirements, while maintaining safety and Mars quality standards. The Extruder Operator is also responsible to actively contribute to a culture of excellence.Starting Pay: $25.53 per hour plus an additional $2 shift premium for 2nd and 3rd shift.New hires are eligible for a $2,500 Sign-On Bonus for this position.What Are We Looking For?Be 18 years of age or older.Have a High school diploma, GED or equivalent educationMust be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules.Minimum of three years manufacturing experienceGood math, reading and writing skills.What Will Be Your Key Responsibilities?Responsible for the safe and efficient operation and set up of all extruding, drying, and coating equipment to meet or exceed daily production requirements.Must observe proper Lockout/Tagout and all safety procedures as requiredMust be able to operate and control extruders, so that all food safety temperatures and gelatinization requirements are met.Proficient in completing all required food safety/quality checks and understand the consequences of out of compliance.Report or take appropriate action when food safety/quality checks do not meet set specifications such as, temperature, kibble size, moisture, density, color, texture, or foreign materials.Monitor running efficiency of processing equipment including downtime, through-put and food safety requirements.Ability to read and understand the daily production run schedule and execute to that plan.Clearly communicate any disruptions to production plan, quality failures or issues, equipment downtime and material deficienciesMaintain functional knowledge of all equipment in milling/processing area.Ready to join our team? Apply today and become part of an exciting period of growth as Mars Petcare expands operations with a new production line at our Lewisburg, Ohio facility.What Can You Expect From Mars?Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.