Job Description: Mars Snacking Machine Operator ( Varying Levels & Shifts) Elizabethtown, PA This site manufactures DOVE Chocolate
Open Positions Process Machine Operator and Machine Operator (Team Member) . See specific job details below.
Shift Schedules and Pay Rates :
Process Machine Operator Pay: $25.40/hour and up
Shift Premium: $1.50/hour
Sign On Bonus: $1,500 K
Shift Schedule: 4 Shift Rotati on
- 4th Shift: Week Off
- 3rd Shift: 10:30 PM - 7:00 AM
- 2nd Shift: 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM
- 1st Shift: 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM
- Weekday Shifts:8-hour shifts (Monday-Friday)
- Weekend Shifts:12-hour shifts (off every other weekend)
Future Shift Schedule (2027) : Transition to 12 hour day or night fixed shifts (more will be discussed during the interview process)
Machine Operator (Team Member) Pay: $2 4.10 /hour and up
Sign On Bonus: $1,500K
Shift Schedule: 2 nd Shift: Monday- Friday 2:30 pm- 11pm
3 rd Shift: Monday- Friday 10:30 PM - 7:00 AM
- Shift Premium: $1.50/hour
4 Shift Rotation (See schedule breakdown under Process Machine Operator)
Process Machine Operator Description of Role: R esponsible for product and machine changeovers, quality checks, cleaning-in-place (CIP), continuous improvement recommendations and assisting Production Coordinators and the Maintenance team when necessary.
What are we looking for? Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing role
- Basic analytical and mathematical skills
- Proficient using laptops, iPads, and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Email, etc.)
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
- 4+ years of experience in manufacturing
- Food or beverage manufacturing experience
- Experience with Weever software
- Maintenance knowledge or capabilities
What will be your key responsibilities? - Ensure operational efficiency, conformance to standards, product quality and drive continuous improvement
- Responsible for the efficient production of quality products
- Operate, monitor , and perform changeovers on machinery
- Train and assist other associates as needed, supporting Production Coordinators and the Maintenance team
- Conduct temperature checks, complete Critical Control Point (CCP ) and Operational Prerequisite Program (OPRP) checks daily
- Maintain accurate records of quality checks and keep detailed logbooks
Machine Operator ( Team Member ) Description of Role: Machine Operators (Team Members) function as an expert member of a manufacturing area team responsible for the efficient production of quality products.
What are we looking for? Minimum Requirements:
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
- 1+ years' experience in manufacturing
- Proficiency in software systems including MS Office and e-mail
Physical Requirements:
- Same as Process Machine Operator physical requirements, see above.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Technical degree or certifications
- 2+ years experience in a manufacturing setting operating a variety of machines
- Ability to operate a forklift
- Knowledge of inventory control principles
- Experience with SAP or other warehouse management system
What will be your Key Responsibilities? - Performs activities and job tasks within a manufacturing line or area
- Operates equipment and changeovers in a safe and efficient manner
- Takes corrective actions in solving problems to root cause level
- Able to assess equipment operating reliability and perform routine repairs, adjustments, and malfunction troubleshooting
- Performs and/or works with Maintenance to complete equipment preventative maintenance (PM)
- Performs quality control (QC) tasks such as metal checks, inspection of date codes, item numbers, dump logs, etc.
- Maintain accurate records of quality check and keeps detailed logbooks
Total Rewards - Annual Bonus and Merit Increases
- Benefits Starting Day One:
- Medical, Vision, and Dental
- Short/Long-Term Disability
- Relocation will not be provided
Allergies: This is a peanut FREE facility
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.