Candy Plant Production Assistant — Day Shift

Mars Incorporated in; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

401(k) match

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Short/Long-Term Disability

Parental leave

Job summary

Mars Wrigley in Hackettstown, NJ is seeking a Production Assistant for the Day Shift. The role involves operating and overseeing a designated set of machines and processes within the manufacturing facility to support candy production.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, mechanical aptitude, and proficiency with MS Office and email applications. It offers a day shift with a 2-2-3 schedule and training opportunities to advance in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent
• Mechanical aptitude or willingness to train in manufacturing equipment
• Proficient in computer and iPad software, including Microsoft Office and email applications

Responsibilities

• Operate and oversee a designated set of machines, equipment, and processes
• Drive mules to transport candy and materials
• Start up, shut down, monitor, clean, and perform basic changeovers on equipment
• Conduct minor repairs, routine checks, inspections and escalate issues
• Operate basic ancillary equipment and utilize relevant computer programs
• Perform ad hoc tasks as required

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

MS Office

Email applications

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Mars Wrigley in Hackettstown, NJ is seeking a Production Assistant for the Day Shift. The role involves operating and overseeing a designated set of machines and processes within the manufacturing facility to support candy production.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, mechanical aptitude, and proficiency with MS Office and email applications. It offers a day shift with a 2-2-3 schedule and training opportunities to advance in manufacturing.