Machine Operator (Varying Levels & Shifts)

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: $1,500K
• 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)

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: $24.10/hour and up
• Sign On Bonus: $1,500K

Shift Schedule

2nd Shift: Monday- Friday 2:30pm- 11pm

• Shift Premium: $2/hour

3rd 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: Responsible forproduct 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

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• High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
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• 3+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing role
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• Basic analytical and mathematical skills
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• Proficient using laptops, iPads, and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Email, etc.)

Physical Requirements

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• Can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
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• Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)
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• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping.
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• Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and operate in confined spaces.
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• Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods, with shifts lasting 12 hours
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• Capable of working in hot, cold and wet conditions
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• Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English.

Preferred Qualifications

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Technical Degree or Certification

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• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing
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• Food or beverage manufacturing experience
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• Experience with Weever software
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• Maintenance knowledge or capabilities
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• Forklift experience
• What will be your key responsibilities?
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• Ensure operational efficiency, conformance to standards, product quality and drive continuous improvement
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• Responsible for the efficient production of quality products
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• Operate, monitor, and perform changeovers on machinery
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• Train and assist other associates as needed, supporting Production Coordinators and the Maintenance team
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• Conduct temperature checks, complete Critical Control Point (CCP) and Operational Prerequisite Program (OPRP) checks daily
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• Maintain accurate records of quality checks and keep detailed logbooks
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• 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

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• High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
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• 1+ years’ experience in manufacturing
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• Proficiency in software systems including MS Office and e-mail

Physical Requirements

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• Same as Process Machine Operator physical requirements, see above.

Preferred Qualifications

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• Technical degree or certifications
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• 2+ years experience in a manufacturing setting operating a variety of machines
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• Ability to operate a forklift
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• Knowledge of inventory control principles
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• Experience with SAP or other warehouse management system
• What will be your Key Responsibilities?
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• Performs activities and job tasks within a manufacturing line or area
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• Operates equipment and changeovers in a safe and efficient manner
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• Takes corrective actions in solving problems to root cause level
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• Able to assess equipment operating reliability and perform routine repairs, adjustments, and malfunction troubleshooting
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• Performs and/or works with Maintenance to complete equipment preventative maintenance (PM)
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• Performs quality control (QC) tasks such as metal checks, inspection of date codes, item numbers, dump logs, etc.
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• Maintain accurate records of quality check and keeps detailed logbooks
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• Any ad hoc tasks

Total Rewards

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• Starting Pay:See above
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• Shift Premium:See above
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Annual Bonus and Merit Increases

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Benefits Starting Day One

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Medical, Vision, and Dental

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• Up to 6% 401(k) match
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• Vacation time
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• Tuition reimbursement
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Short/Long-Term Disability

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• 18 weeks parental leave
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• Relocation will not be provided
• Allergies: This is a peanut FREE facility
• What can you expect from Mars?
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• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
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• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
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• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
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• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.