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Mars UK • CAN-Ontario-Bolton | Canada

Packaging Operator (Operator 1) - Bolton Foods (BFP) - $3,000 Sign-On Bonus

Employment type:  Full time
Salary:  $23 – $31 per hour
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Job Description

Job Description:

Are you an experienced Operator looking for your next challenge? If so, here at Mars we now have an exciting opportunity for an Operator to come and join our factory team! If you have a mechanical background and are looking for the opportunity to lead a passionate team of associates whilst also being given the chance to develop and progress personally then look at the below!

This position follows a rotating 12-hour work schedule. It will require the ability to work day and night shifts.

The Packaging Operator will be accountable for the performance of several machines, processes, pieces of equipment and operational decisions at line level to achieve targets and coordinate resources as required. Some form of Mechanical training/experience is required for the role as you will be first point of call should there be any technical issues with production machinery and will be expected to take the lead in repairing mechanical breakdowns. There will also be an element of leading/coaching/training the associates dedicated to your line so some form of leadership experience would be beneficial but is not a must.

What are we looking for?

  • Educated to GCSE level
  • Mechanical training or background is a must.
  • Experience leading / coordinating a small team of associates - again desirable.
  • Packaging Operator experience - Desirable
  • Experience in FMCG / High speed production – desirable.

What will be your key responsibilities?

  • Coordinate a small team of operators and temporary associates to achieve line targets.
  • Identify and repair mechanical breakdowns on various machinery.
  • Accountable for the performance of several machines, processes, or pieces of equipment.
  • Assisting operators with daily productions tasks to ensure line targets are met.

What can you expect from Mars?

  • Work with over 130,000 like-minded 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.

Pay:

  • $3k sign on bonus
  • Starting pay based on experience: $ 26.83 per hour
  • OT potential
  • Annual bonus pay out
  • Annual merit increases

Total Rewards:

  • Medical, vision & dental- Starts day one!
  • 160 Hrs. of Vacation time
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Short/Long Term disability
  • 18 weeks parental leave

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the below range CAD 23.85 - CAD 31.30. Please note: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. AI is used as a supporting tool in our recruitment process.

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