We are looking for an associate passionate about sustainable packaging with an emphasis on implementation across our North American Supply Network. You will be working with the Largest Gum Plant in the world (We are known for Spearmint & Juicy Fruit, just to name a few) . This role will focus on leading sustainable packaging project trials at all of our North American sites. You will get an opportunity to become familiar with each site and the respective packaging equipment. If you love travel and working in a dynamic rewarding environment where you can measure your accomplishments by the end of each day then this is a role you will want to hear more about.
You will implement new packs, products, and raw materials by creating process specs and packaging running conditions to achieve all quality standards and deliver efficient operation on Mars Wrigley factory lines. Additionally, this role manages R&D line trials by coordinating requests with the site value stream, R&D, Engineering and Commercial to ensure optimal execution and knowledge capture. Additional responsibilities for this role include coaching and mentoring newer associates as well as acting as a regional expert in certain packaging or process technical areas.
What are we looking for?
Self directed and people orientated
Works well with others
Organizational skills and capable of leading projects, timelines, Documenting trials
Willing to travel up to 50%
Energetic individual looking to grow their career
What will be your key responsibilities?
Be the key R&D factory interface for Packaging and Product Developers during the design and implementation of new packs, products, and raw materials.
Apply Six Sigma and Design for Vertical Startup tools to evaluate, risk assess and translate new packs, products, and raw materials to the factory.
Design, manage, communicate, and document factory line trials to...
Evaluate new packaging, products, and raw materials
Assess alternate material vendors to ensure security of supply for critical items
Create factory process recipes from approved product recipes for new products and raw materials
Determine correct packaging target weights for optimal performance
Document critical processing parameters in process specifications
Supports development of standard run conditions and center lines as part of new product, process, and pack validation
Assist Technical Services and value stream associates with escalated problem-solving opportunities
Apply functional expertise to assist the regional DS1 FI team in optimization of the work across sites
Context and Scope
Partner with Product and Packaging Scientists as the key site contact for new pack, product and raw material launches to drive growth and value leadership.
Apply Six Sigma and Design for Vertical Startup tools that ensure efficient pack and product launches to drive growth and value leadership
Lead line trials to develop standard running conditions for new packs and products to ensure optimal and sustainable implementation of new items
Reviews material workflows to verify specifications and BOM accuracy
Advanced technical expert in the operation of process and packaging areas in the plant, providing troubleshooting expertise for level 4 problem solving escalations
R&D site lead for Handover 0, 1 and 2 for new products, packs, and raw materials
Work with site leadership and engineering teams to ensure process specifications are sufficient and updated at the completion of projects.
Partner with DS1 FI team members at other sites to share expertise, improve implementation of new items, and optimize project resourcing
Job Specifications/Qualifications
1 . Education & Professional Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering or a closely related scientific or technical disciplines with relevant professional internship and 3+ years' experience in a closely related industry.
Alternatively, 7+ years demonstrated success in relevant manufacturing / quality experience with a minimum of a high school diploma.
2. Knowledge/Experience
Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP's), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point Systems (HACCP), ISO, Regulatory Guidelines, Sensory, and/or Microbiology.
Preferred experience in food packaging and/or processing, with an understanding of processes and machine operation
Six Sigma Green Belt preferred
Demonstrated success influencing/leading others
What can you expect from Mars?
Work with over 130,000 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.
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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
