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Join Royal Canin in Lebanon, TN as a Grinding Utility Operator for a full-time, 12-hour day shift schedule working 4 days on and 4 days off. You will move raw ingredients, load and unload trailers, and prepare materials for mixing in a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • 1+ years of experience within manufacturing, technical, and/or trade discipline.
  • Forklift experience required.
  • Working knowledge of computer programs for entering data and good communication skills.

Skills & Responsibilities

  • Forklift operation: Move raw ingredients inside the site and load or unload trailers safely and efficiently.
  • Manufacturing coordination: Prepare ingredients for mixing and ensure raw materials are available for production lines on time.
  • Communication: Communicate potential material shortages and raise relevant escalations affecting safety, quality, and efficiency.
  • Teamwork: Work collaboratively across positions in a team environment with a willingness to learn and be coachable.
  • Potential transition routes: People from warehouse, logistics, or general labor roles may bring material handling experience and equipment operating skills, alongside meeting safety and communication requirements.

Job description

Job Description:

Grinding Utility Operator

Being a Mars Associate is all about opportunity. The opportunity to do the kind of challenging, interesting work that shapes the world’s best-loved brands. To work with real purpose, supported by talented, friendly people from all sorts of different backgrounds. Access the tools, training and experience you need to have a positive impact on our business, on the planet, and most importantly on your own career. Being a Mars associate is more than a job. It’s the opportunity to start your tomorrow today.

Location:

Royal Canin – Lebanon, TN

Required Shift:

  • 12-Hour shifts, rotating schedule.
  • Day shift is 6:00 am to 6:30pm; 4 days on and 4 days off
  • Night shift is 6:00 pm to 6:30 am; 4 days on and 4 days off
  • $3 Shift Differential included with Night Shift schedule.

The role of our Grinding Utility Operator is to move raw ingredients inside the site, load/unload trailers, and prepare ingredients for mixing. The Grinding Utility Operator will work several positions throughout the site with the intent of preparing ingredients for mixing.

Minimum Requirements:

  • High school diploma / GED
  • Forklift experience required
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment; must be coachable
  • Passion to work and learn in a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to act with disciplined initiative
  • Working knowledge of computer programs for entering data
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • 1+ years’ experience within manufacturing, technical and/or trade discipline
  • Comfortable working with different business systems like SAP, ATMS and week plan.

Physical Requirements:

  • Frequent lifting/carrying (10-55 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

What will be your Key Responsibilities?

  • Ensuring that Raw materials are available for production lines on time
  • Communicate potential shortages to relevant stakeholders
  • Maintain close contact with Operations team to ensure that there are no delays in manufacture
  • Raise relevant escalations that have an impact on safety, quality and efficiency

Total Rewards/Compensation:

  • Shift differential of $3.00/hour (Night Shift only)
  • Pay based on experience
  • OT potential
  • Annual bonus pay out
  • Annual merit increases
  • Medical, Vision & Dental- Starts day one!
  • Up to 6% 401K match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Short/Long Term disability
  • Parental leave

What can you expect from Mars?

  • The opportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career.
  • An industry competitive salary and benefits package.
  • To be respected and valued.
  • The Five Principles at the center of every decision we make.
  • The opportunity to work cross functionally, add value and impact a better world for generations to come.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.

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Mars

Grinding Utility Operator

Lebanon, Tennessee
On-site
Pay based on experience with OT potential, annual bonus, and merit increases

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