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: $1,500K

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 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.