Job Description:

Job: Warehouse Utility Operator

Shift: 7am – 3:30pm / Sunday-Thursday

Location: Mars Chocolate - Topeka

Mars Chocolate is looking to hire a Warehouse Utility Operator at our state-of-the-art manufacturing plant and Offsite Warehouse in Topeka, Kansas

Being a Mars Associate is all about opportunity. The opportunity to do the challenging, interesting work that shapes the world’s best-loved brands. To work with real purpose, supported by talented, friendly people from diverse 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 is the opportunity to start your tomorrow today.

If you have a background working in an operational environment and are looking for a role in warehousing while also being given the chance to develop and progress personally, then look at the below!

The Warehouse Utility Operator supports the operational needs. of both the Offsite Warehouse and Production Facility. Location of work will vary dependent of business need (Offsite Warehouse or Production Facility).

Responsibilities

Unloading and loading of packaging material trailers at both the Offsite Warehouse as well as the Production Facility.Willing to fill Kanban/Warehouse roles when needed.Maintaining accurate inventory levels.This role will be responsible for loading outbound shipments from the Offsite Warehouse, unloading inbound trailers at the Production Facility.This role will be the main contact for Managing Site scrap levels.Loading Scrap TrailersCreating BOLsMaintaining Scrap Log Records for LRQA purposesWorking with the Outbound regarding scrap issues and needs.Always maintain a high standard of hygiene and housekeeping.Health and Safety – Ensure that you are working to correct company procedures, including PPE compliance, holding the appropriate license (s), and training for any machines you operate.Any other duties assigned by management.Demonstrated ability to work with little to no guidance.

Physical Requirements

Must be capable of working at elevated heights.Must be able to lift 50 lbs repetitively.Must not be unusually sensitive to chemicals (contact lenses not recommended).Vision correctable to 20/20.Must be able to stand on feet for extended periods.Standing on a concrete floorWearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform)Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs.Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust dirt and chemicals.Forklift assignments require OSHA certification and getting on and off frequently.Able to work with minimal supervision.

Education and Skills

High School Diploma/GEDStrong verbal and written communication skillsBasic computer skillsPassion to work and learn in a manufacturing environment.1 year of manufacturing experience preferred but not required.

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 are 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.

About Mars, Incorporated 

Mars is a family-owned business with more than a century of history making diverse products and offering services for people and the pets people love. With almost $35 billion in sales, the company is a global business that produces some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, UNCLE BEN’S®, MARS DRINKS and COCOAVIA®. Mars also provides veterinary health services that include BANFIELD® Pet Hospitals, Blue Pearl®, VCA® and Pet Partners™. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire its more than 100,000 Associates to create value for all its partners and deliver growth they are proud of every day.

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 as a result of such a request.