Mars Snacking – Machine Operator- Elizabethtown, PA

• Pay: Based on experience starting at $24.10/hour+
• This site manufactures DOVE chocolate  

Shift Schedule:

4 Shift Rotation:

• 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) 

Description of Role:

Machine Operators (Team Members) function as an expert member of the packaging area responsible for the efficient production of quality products and delivering packaging to the production lines. Unload the packaging from trailers, and move packaging in SAP system.

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:

• 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 non-climate-controlled areas including hot, cold and wet conditions.
• Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical degree or certifications
• 2+ years experience in a manufacturing setting operating a variety of machines
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Experience with SAP or other warehouse management system 

What will be your Key Responsibilities?

• Performs activities and job tasks within the packaging area
• Unloads the packaging from trailers, and move packaging in SAP system.
• 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: Based on experience starting at $24.10/hour+
• 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 

What will be the Interview Process?

Resume review > Recruiter Phone Screen > Situational Judgement Assessment (online) > Onsite Panel Interview> Offer Decision

Allergies: This is a peanut FREE facility

What can you expect from Mars?

• The opportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package. 
• To be respected and valued.
• The Five Principles at the center of every decision we make.
• The opportunity to work cross functionally, add value and impact a better world for generations to come.