Job: Kit Building Operator

Shift: Nights

Location: Royal Canin (North Sioux City, SD)

Royal Canin is seeking Kit Building Operator to join our exciting pet food business at a North Sioux City manufacturing plant. We focus on the unique needs of cats and dogs. Our obsession with detail allows us to deliver precise, effective nutrition and help them become their magnificent best.

As part of our overall total compensation package, Royal Canin offers a competitive benefits package to all associates: Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, and 401k match. Associates are also immediately eligible (based on hire date) for up to three weeks of vacation, 12 Paid Holidays per year, Sick Pay, Maternity & Parental Leave, and annual bonus earning potential, plus many other ancillary benefits not listed here.

The Kit Building Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient assembly of kits in accordance with established procedures and safety standards. This role requires a commitment to training, adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to work collaboratively with team members. The operator will be trained in various aspects of kit building, maintenance, operation, sanitation, and general compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Safety

• Understand and apply the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for safe operation.
• Identify and locate all electrical disconnects and emergency stops in the area.
• Demonstrate proper lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures for equipment safety.
• Respond to emergencies by knowing the locations of fire pull stations, extinguishers, and emergency exits.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.

Maintenance

• Inspect equipment for damage or wear and report issues promptly.
• Follow the Problem and Time-Based Escalation processes.
• Understand and apply the importance of the Continuous Improvement Loop (CIL) process.

Operation

• Read and interpret production schedules and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Utilize tools such as TPI and iTrack for tracking and managing inventory.
• Identify ingredients and ensure they are approved for use.
• Control and track inventory using First In, First Out (FIFO) methods.
• Maintain accurate measurements of ingredients and complete weekly inventory checks.

Sanitation

• Follow additional PPE requirements during sanitation processes.
• Demonstrate and explain weekly sanitation procedures to maintain cleanliness and safety.

Key Functional Skills/Knowledge:

• Good knowledge of production processes, Good Manufacturing Practices, and other Food Safety and Regulatory Standards.
• General understanding of Start Up, Operation, Shut Down, & Cleaning equipment
• The ability to assist and troubleshoot equipment.
• The ability to assist with quality checks and document results using a database collection system using a computer or IPad.
• Food Manufacturing experience
• Knowledge or Familiar with Nexus
• Familiar with the MSDS database
• Knowledge of Near Miss Reporting
• Familiar with Adams Bradley Systems or other displays

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to quickly respond.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time on hard surfaces
• Computer / IPad literate with the ability to enter, record, maintain, and retrieve data.

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.
• 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.

Interested candidates must meet all qualifications to be considered for this position.

About Mars, Incorporated 

Mars is a family-owned business with over 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.