Machine Operator

Operator

Permanent

Plymouth

Shift pattern: Various Shift patterns available

Salary: From £29,000 - £33,000 (Base salary + Shift Allowances) - Depending on experience

Do you want to work for a company that knows its greatest asset is its people? Are you ready for the next chapter in your career? If the answer to both questions is yes, then look no further. Here at Mars we have several exciting opportunities for individuals to come and join our factory team!

Working as a member of a shift team, the primary role of an Operator is to demonstrate ownership and responsibility for a set of machines, pieces of equipment and/ or processes within their working area.

This includes carrying out the routine operational tasks required to achieve area targets e.g. starting-up, shutting-down, monitoring, cleaning, and carrying out basic changeovers, minor repairs, routine checks and inspections, and the use of basic ancillary equipment and computer programs.

Mars is a family-owned, global business, for over 100 years. We’ve set our sights on making a better life for people and pets alike. We have the unique ability to have a big impact on the world. Mars is, and always has been, a principles-led business. While we are proud of our past, we have our sights on the future.

What are we looking for?

• Educated to GCSE level or above
• Fluent English verbal and written skills.
• Experience in the FMCG / Factory Operations industry desirable.
• Mechanical training or experience in fault-finding – beneficial

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Part of a shift team of up to 15 associates contribute to achievement of targets.
• Accountable for the performance of several machines, processes, or pieces of equipment.
• Escalate issues as appropriate, give full and accurate verbal and written handover
• Repair mechanical breakdowns using trained knowledge and experience.

What can you expect from Mars?

• An industry-competitive salary
• Excellent pension package keeping your future in mind!
• Great career progression and a range of in-house training as well as our amazing Mars University- The chance to take hold of your career and develop personally and professionally
• Flexible working- You can take a 1 year sabbatical after 3 years of service!
• Refer a Friend Scheme- Earn up to £2,000 by recommending friends and family to work for Mars
• Excellent Medical scheme and Life insurance
• A company that understands the importance of a work-life balance
• Health & Wellbeing and Assistance programme
• Great parental and sick pay scheme

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £29,000.00-£33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Wellness programme

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme
• Yearly bonus

Work Location: One location