Process Machine Operator ($1500 Sign On Bonus)
Mars · USA-Pennsylvania-Elizabethtown, United States
Job Description:
Mars Snacking- Process Machine Operator- Elizabethtown, PAPay: $25.40/hour and up (based on experience)
Shift Premium: $1.50/hour (rotating and night shift only)
Sign On Bonus: $1,500K
Current Shift Schedule (through 2026):
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:
Effective 2027: Fixed 12 hour day OR night shifts
Schedule: 2.2.3 rotation
Hours:
- Day Shift: 6:30a-7p
- Night Shift: 6:30p-7a
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
Total Rewards
- Starting Pay: $25.40/hour and up (based on experience)
- Shift Premium: $1.50/hour (rotating and night shift only)
- Sign on Bonus: $1,500K
- 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