Mars

Global confectionery, food, and petcare company

Packaging Machine Operator

Machine & Process OperationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeChalfont, PA, USA$24 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
Mechanical aptitude is required.
Basic troubleshooting skills are required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and email communications is required.
The ability to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation is required.
The role requires frequent lifting and carrying 10–50 pounds and pushing and pulling 50–300 pounds.
The role requires frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping.
The ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and work in confined spaces is required.
The ability to stand and work on one's feet for extended periods is required.
The role requires working in hot, cold, and wet conditions.
The ability to understand, communicate, read, and write in English is required.

Responsibilities

Operate packaging equipment to complete processing and prepare finished products for shipping, following routine standard operating procedures and specifications.
Load packaging materials, clear jams, reset faults, perform changeovers, conduct quality checks, adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices standards, and report issues.
Perform assigned basic preventative maintenance tasks, such as lubrication and inspections, and submit corrective work order requests into the MIS system.
Comply with area Lockout/Tagout and safety procedures, use personal protective equipment properly, and report safety hazards.
Perform ad hoc tasks as needed.

Desired Qualifications

Previous manufacturing experience.
Knowledge of food safety, Good Manufacturing Practices, and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points.
Operational experience.
Packaging and/or process experience.

Job Description:

Mars Fishcare- Packaging Machine Operator- Chalfont, PA

Hourly rate based on experience starting at $24/hour +
Shift: Monday- Thursday 5:30am- 4pm (10 hour shift)
Training Available!

Description of Role:

Packaging Machine Operators are packaging system experts responsible for operating and adjusting designated machinery, ensuring safety, efficiency, operational compliance and product quality, while actively driving continuous improvement.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED
Mechanical aptitude
Basic troubleshooting skills
Proficient in MS office and email communications

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:

Previous manufacturing experience
Knowledge of food safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)
Operational experience
Packaging and/or process experience

What will be my key responsibilities?

Operate packaging equipment to complete the process and finished products for shipping, following all routine SOPs and specifications
Load packaging materials, clear jams, reset faults, perform changeovers, conduct quality checks, adhere to GMP standards and report any issues
Perform basic preventative maintenance tasks as assigned (e.g., lubrication, inspections) and submit corrective work order requests into the MIS system
Comply with all area Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and safety procedures, including proper use of PPE and reporting safety hazards
Perform ad hoc tasks as needed

Total Rewards

Starting Pay: Based on experience starting at $24/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

About the Company

Mars

Global confectionery, food, and petcare company

Mars makes confectionery, food, and petcare products and also operates pet health services through networks like Banfield, VCA, BluePearl, and Royal Canin. Its products are marketed under familiar brands such as M&M’s, Snickers, Milky Way, Skittles, Dove, Orbit, Pedigree, Royal Canin, Whiskas, and Cocoavia, sold globally to consumers and pet owners. The company differs from competitors by combining a broad, diversified portfolio with a global, family-owned structure guided by the Mars Principles (Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency, Freedom), which drives its operations and partnerships. Mars aims to help communities prosper and to grow its business while improving social and environmental outcomes, using its scale to support responsible practices across the world.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Debt Financing
Total funding: $27B
Headquarters: McLean, VA
Founded: 1911

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