Meat Prep Operator; 3rd Shift
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Operations Engineer
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
Description of RoleThe 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.
What are we looking for?Minimum Requirement:
- 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.
QualificationsEnsures Accountability;
Drives Engagement;
Drives Results;
Interpersonal Savvy;
Manages Complexity;
Plans and Aligns;
Directs Work;
Communicates Effectively
Req R149112
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