Job Description

Mars Wrigley – Machine Operator- Elizabethtown, PA

• Pay: Based on experience starting at $24.10/hour+ and $1.50 shift premium

• This site manufactures DOVE chocolate

Current Shift Schedule

4-Shift Rotation: Rotates between:

• 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:

• In 2027: Transition from rotating to fixed shifts (specific details still in discussion)

Job Purpose:

Machine Operators (Team Members) function as an expert member of a manufacturing area team which is responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities.

What we are 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

• 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: Based on experience starting at $24.10/hour+

• Shift Differential: $1.50/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.