Process Operator

Company: Mars Wrigley

Location: Elizabethtown, PA

Title: Process Operator

Pay:

• Based off experience starting at $26.92/HR+
• $1.50/HR Shift Differential (if on rotating shift)  

What do we manufacture?

Dove Chocolate

What is the Required Shift?

Shift 4 Shift Rotation:

- Rotating shifts between 1st (6:30 AM -3:00 PM), 2nd (2:30 PM – 11:00 PM), 3rd (10:30 PM – 7:00 AM)  and 4th (week off)

- 8 hour shift during the week (Monday- Friday)

- 12 hour shift on weekends (off every other weekend)

- 1 consecutive full week off per month (in addition to other days off per month)

Job Purpose:

Process Operators are responsible for the following but not limited to: product/machine changeovers, hourly quality checks, CIPs (clean in place), product quality (weight, appearance, etc.) as well as assisting Production Coordinators and the Maintenance team when issues arise.  

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements:

• High school or GED
• 3+ years of experience in a hands on manufacturing role
• Basic analytical and math skills  
• Comfortable and able using laptops, ipads and Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Email, etc)

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs.) and frequent pushing/pulling (50-200 lbs.).
• Frequent handling/gripping/bending/stooping.
• Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, leaning over equipment.
• Ability to stand and / or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed to support production needs and to conduct multi-task work in a very fast paced work environment
• Able to read, write, speak and understand English

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in a hands on manufacturing role
• Experience in a food or beverage manufacturing area
• Maintenance knowledge or capabilities
• Fork lift experience

What will be your key responsibilities?

• System experts in their assigned area and are highly functional in multiple areas.
• Ensures efficiency, operational conformance, product quality and continuous improvement.
• Directly responsible for the efficient production of quality products in the required quantities.
• Operate, monitor and change over machinery while providing problem resolution
• Train and perform the tasks of other associates in the area as needed and support the PC and Maintenance team
• Complete temper checks, capable of working in team atmosphere as well as working independently, complete CCP and OPRP checks daily.
• Maintain accurate records of quality checks and keep detailed logbooks.

Total Rewards/Compensation:

• Pay based on experience starting at $26.92/HR+
• Shift differential of $1.50 per hour (rotating shift only)
• OT potential
• Annual bonus pay out
• Annual merit increases
• Medical, Vision & Dental- Starts day one!
• Up to 6% 401K match
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short/Long Term disability
• 18 weeks parental leave

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.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.