LifeSaver Mints Processing Relief Operator

Job Description:

The Relief plays a pivotal operational and leadership role on the line, providing dynamic support and direction to the team to ensure seamless production flow. As the primary point of contact and first line of defense when issues arise, you will troubleshoot operational challenges, assist with equipment changeovers, and step in to cover outages across shifts. This role is essential for driving efficiency, maintaining safety and quality standards, and keeping our production lines running smoothly.

What Are We Looking For?

• Proven Manufacturing Experience: Hands-on experience operating or supporting high-speed equipment or manufacturing machinery.
• Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting: Strong diagnostic skills with the ability to act as the first line of defense during equipment downtime or operational disruptions. Act as the principal troubleshooting representive of the team. Ability to parter with Maint to develop troubleshooting skillset for other operators.
• Team Leadership & Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to guide, support, and step in for team members across various operational needs and shift coverages. Ability to organize work across the area. Demonstrate ability to hold peers accountable. Lead the effort.
• Commitment to Safety & Quality: Rigorous adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), standard operating procedures (SOPs), and workplace safety protocols.
• The ability to step in or work towards the P.C.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting/carrying pushing (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)
• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping.
• Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, leaning over equipment and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to stand and/or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).
• Ability to understand, communicate, read, and write basic work-related English.

What Will Be Your Key Responsibilities?

• Lead and Support the Team: Provide immediate operational leadership and hands-on assistance across the area to maintain target throughput and shift goals.
• Act as Primary point of contact take escalations for other team members: Serve as the first point of contact for troubleshooting and resolving line stoppages, equipment faults, or process deviations in the bagger area.
• Execute Line Changeovers: Assist and coordinate efficient, safe changeovers to minimize downtime between product runs.
• Provide Outage & Shift Coverage: Step in seamlessly to cover operator absences, planned outages, and peak relief windows to ensure continuous line operations.
• Own the training program for your specific area

What can you expect from Mars?

• 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.