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Machine Operator (Varying Levels & Shifts)

Job Description

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
  • Shift Premium: $2/hour

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


  • Forklift experience


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


  • Any ad hoc requests


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


  • Any ad hoc tasks


Total Rewards

  • Starting Pay: See above


  • Shift Premium: See above


  • 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 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.