Machine Operator (Varying Levels & Shifts)

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.