Meat Prep Operator; 3rd Shift

Job Description

Mars Petcare
- Meat Prep Operator- 3rd Shift
- Columbus, OH

• Pay: $26.87/hour and $1.50 Shift Premium
• This site manufactures petfood: Pedigree, Cesar, Nutro, Iams & Whiskas

Shift: 3rd Shift

Schedule:

12 hour shift; 2-2-3 pattern

Hours:

7:00pm-7:30am

(Flexible pending business needs)

The Meat Prep Operator is responsible for supplying frozen meat to the factory using a forklift, ensuring timely delivery in accordance with production requirements and safety protocols.

• High School diploma or GED
• Mechanical aptitude
• Proficient in computer software’s including MS Office and Outlook

• Can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)
• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping.
• Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and operate in confined spaces.
• Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods, with shifts lasting 12 hours
• Capable of working in hot, cold and wet conditions
• Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English.

• Forklift experience
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience
• RF Scanner/Blue Yonder/JDA experience

• Operate and change equipment including the Haarslev, meat screws, grinders, grinder plates and bunkers.
• Operate and drive forklifts to transfer meat
• Process meat according to recipe requirements
• Assist with system start-up and shutdown activities.
• Perform cleaning, inspection, and lubrication (CIL) tasks and document any abnormalities while complying with quality and food safety standards
• Complete additional tasks and ad hoc requests assigned.

• Starting Pay: $26.87/hour
• Shift Differential: $1.50/hour
• 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

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. A strong focus on 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.