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Mars UK • USA-Ohio-Columbus | United States of America

Shift Lead (3rd Shift)

Employment type:  Full time
Salary:  $33 per hour
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Job Description

Job Description:

Mars Petcare- Shift Lead– Columbus, OH

  • Pay: $33.36/hour and $1.50 Shift Premium
  • This site manufactures Petfood

Shift Schedule:

Shift: 3rd (Nights)

Schedule: 2.2.3

Hours: 7pm- 730am

(Flexible pending business needs)

Description of Role:

The Shift Lead (Common Systems/Processing) coordinates and directs activities within the processing, packaging, and warehouse departments to safely and efficiently produce quality products and act as a manager in their absence.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements:

  • High Diploma, GED or equivalent education
  • 3+ years of manufacturing experience
  • Proven track record of leading teams
  • Proficiency in software systems including MS Office and e-mail

Physical Requirements:

  • 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Technical degree or certification(s)
  • Previous experience in a people leadership role
  • 4+ years’ experience in a manufacturing role

What will be your Key Responsibilities?

  • Indirect leadership for a production shift or area up to 13 associates (indirectly)
  • Operation management including the safe and efficient operation of all equipment, manages daily staffing, addresses production needs to meet productivity goals, and makes sure reports are completed correctly and on time.
  • Facilitates communication with other teams to ensure smooth shift changes, effective production line use, and minimal downtime. Ensures all necessary ingredients and supplies are ready to go.
  • Monitors production lines and identify and fix problems, resolve conflicts, and find opportunities for continuous improvement
  • Provides on-the-job training for new employees covering safety, equipment operation, and quality standards. They will also operate equipment as needed and help create a positive team environment.
  • Guarantees all tasks are done according to Mars Safety and Quality rules, and that all required quality checks are performed
  • Any ad hoc requests

Total Rewards

  • Starting Pay: $33.36/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
  • Relocation is not offered

What can you expect from Mars?

  • Work with over 130,000 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.

Company benefits

Open to part-time employees
Open to job sharing
Open to compressed hours
Sabbaticals
Enhanced maternity leave – 26 weeks at 90% pay
Enhanced paternity leave – 26 weeks at 90% pay
24 days annual leave + bank holidays
“Pawternity” leave
Pregnancy loss leave
Bank holiday swaps
Shared parental leave
Adoption leave
Family health insurance
Pregnancy support
Neo-natal leave
Faith rooms
Meditation space
Dog friendly office
Dog friendly co-working space
Annual bonus
Employee discounts
Cinema discounts
Referral bonus
Joining bonus
Cycle to work scheme
Electric Car Salary Sacrifice
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Theme park discounts
Lunch and learns
In house training
Learning license
Studying sabbaticals
Open to part time work for some roles

Working at Mars UK

Company employees:

4,000 In the UK

Gender diversity (m:f):

57:43

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Awards & Accreditations

1st - Most Family Friendly Company

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Flexa awards 2026
3rd - Best Workplace Benefits

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