Chocolate Plant Process Machine Operator

Mars; Elizabethtown (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 34,991 - 37,057; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

6% 401(k) match

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Short/Long-Term Disability

Parental leave

Job summary

Mars Wrigley is hiring a Process Machine Operator at the Elizabethtown, PA site to oversee changeovers, quality checks, and CIP tasks. The role supports production and maintenance teams, ensuring efficient, safe manufacturing of Dove Chocolate products.

Shift-intensive role with 12-hour and 8-hour options; starting pay aligns with experience, plus a shift premium. Benefits begin on day one, including medical plans and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 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.)

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 CCP and OPRP checks daily.
• Maintain accurate records of quality checks and keep detailed logbooks.
• Any ad hoc requests

Skills

Proficient with laptops and MS Office

Analytical and mathematical skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Weever software

Forklift experience

Job description

Mars Wrigley is hiring a Process Machine Operator at the Elizabethtown, PA site to oversee changeovers, quality checks, and CIP tasks. The role supports production and maintenance teams, ensuring efficient, safe manufacturing of Dove Chocolate products.

Shift-intensive role with 12-hour and 8-hour options; starting pay aligns with experience, plus a shift premium. Benefits begin on day one, including medical plans and 401(k) matching.