Mars Incorporated
Fremont, CA
Job Description: Job Title: Extruder Apprentice Shift: Days (6:00 AM - 6:30 PM) | 2-2-3 Rotating Schedule Location: Royal Canin (Fremont, NE) As an Extruder Apprentice, you will enter a structured learning and development pathway to master the core manufacturing process of pet food production. Under the mentorship of certified Senior Extruder Operators, you will learn to set up, operate, monitor, and clean state-of-the-art extrusion, drying, and coating systems. This role is highly technical and hands-on, perfect for individuals with strong mechanical aptitude, a passion for troubleshooting, and a commitment to food safety and quality. Key Responsibilities Extrusion & Processing Operations (Apprenticeship) Learn and assist with the safe setup, startup, operation, and shutdown of extrusion equipment (including dry-ingredient feeders, pre-conditioners, extruders, dryers, fat-coaters, and coolers) according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Monitor...