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Meat Prep Operator (3rd Shift)

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Mars

Columbus, OH (In Person)

$55,890 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 5 days ago (Updated 17 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/9/2026

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Job Description

Meat Prep Operator (3rd Shift) Mars - 3.8 Columbus, OH Job Details Full-time From $26.87 an hour 18 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Parental leave 401(k) 6% Match Vision insurance 401(k) matching Benefits from day one Qualifications Microsoft Outlook English Mechanical knowledge
Full Job Description Job Description:
Mars Petcare- Meat Prep Operator- Columbus, OH Pay:
$26.87/hour $1.50 Shift Premium This site manufactures petfood:
Pedigree, Cesar, Nutro, Iams Whiskas Shift Schedule:
Shift:
3rd (Nights)
Schedule:
2-2-3 pattern
Hours:
7:00pm-7:30am (Flexible pending business needs)
Description of Role:
The Meat Prep Operator is responsible for supplying frozen meat to the factory using a forklift, ensuring timely delivery in accordance with production requirements and safety protocols. What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirement:
High School diploma, GED or equivalent education Mechanical aptitude Proficient in computer software's including
MS Office and Outlook 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:
Technical degree or certification Forklift experience 1 years of manufacturing experience RF Scanner/Blue Yonder/JDA experience What will be my Responsibilities? Operate and change equipment including the Haarslev, meat screws, grinders, grinder plates and bunkers. Operate and drive forklifts to transfer meat Process meat according to recipe requirements Assist with system start-up and shutdown activities. Perform cleaning, inspection, and lubrication (CIL) tasks and document any abnormalities while complying with quality and food safety standards Complete additional tasks and ad hoc requests assigned.
Total Rewards Starting Pay:
$26.87/hour
Shift Differential:
$1.50/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 Relocation will not be offered