Production Operator

Join Our Growing Mars Snacking Team in Ballarat – We’re Hiring Across the Factory!

Permanent, onsite roles in Ballarat with 5-day rotating shift roster (Days & Nights).

At Mars Snacking, we’re looking for passionate, hands-on people to help us continue making the high-quality products we all love and know!

What You’ll Do: 

• Firstly, you’ll want to have a love for Manufacturing! 

• Operate and monitor equipment using software systems and hands-on checks. 

• Collaborate with the maintenance team to address repairs efficiently. 

• Diagnose and troubleshoot equipment issues to maintain smooth operations. 

• Safely run multiple pieces of equipment, ensuring on-time, high-quality production. 

• Uphold quality and safety standards while providing detailed shift handovers. 

What are we looking for?  

• Have an interest in working in Manufacturing!  

• Reliable, willingness to learn and adaptable to change. 

• Desire for wanting to add value and continuously upskill is key. 

• Strong problem-solving abilities. 

• High attention to detail. 

• Relatable prior working experience. 

• Trade certification is an added bonus, but not essential. 

What can you expect from Mars?  

• Genuine career progression with a focus on you and your career goals. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University 

• Global health and wellbeing program to support flexibility and work-life balance 

• Be part of a company that is contributing to making the world a better place today and every day through our sustainable in a generation plan 

• A culture that offers collaboration, leadership and rewards you for the role you play within Mars 

Please note: As part of our recruitment process, you'll need to complete several pre-employment checks, including a medical assessment (including D&A), police checks & reference checking.  

Additionally, our site adheres to strict health and safety standards, which means you'll be required to remove any facial piercings before entering the factory.