EDG_97830_Maintenance Lead

Hershey Company; Kansas; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Overtime Potential

Bonus Eligible

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Hershey Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability

Referral Bonus

Job summary

The Hershey Company is hiring a Maintenance Lead in Edgerton, KS. This hourly role reports to the Maintenance Manager and supports the production line by coordinating preventive and corrective maintenance, assembling equipment, and troubleshooting production systems.

Leading a shift, you will train and supervise maintenance staff, handle safety adherence, and ensure on-time completion of work orders while maintaining quality and efficiency in a fast-paced facility.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising maintenance teams in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read manuals/blueprints and guide repairs.
• Experience with ERP systems and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and coordinate with production in absence of Manager.
• Train and monitor maintenance staff to follow GMP and safety guidelines.
• Lead corrective and preventive maintenance tasks on schedule.
• Direct maintenance team and review daily reports and paperwork.
• Coordinate with external contractors as needed.
• Perform emergency and unscheduled repairs to keep production running.
• Ensure safety procedures and OSHA/GMP compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Supervisory experience

Manual reading & blueprints

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Prioritization

Team leadership

Education

Associate degree in electromechanical systems

Tools

SAP

Job description

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EDG_97830_Maintenance Lead

Posted Date: Aug 15, 2026

Requisition Number: 128503

Job Location: Edgerton, KS

Position Type: Hourly

Hershey Salty Snack Company is currently hiring a Maintenance Lead in our Edgerton, KS facility. The lead position is an hourly position in a fast-paced production environment. This person will work under the direction of the Maintenance Manager to ensure timelines are met and guidelines are followed. They will assist with the assembly of equipment as it arrives, perform preventive maintenance, and troubleshoot production equipment. The Lead will also help with the completion of any schedule or unscheduled work orders.

Shift:

• Monday - Friday, 2 pm to 10:30 pm
• We require that you be flexible to work any shift, weekends, overtime, and holidays as needed.
• $1 shift differential provided for night shift

Total Rewards:

• $2000 Sign-On Bonus
• Overtime potential
• Quarterly and Annual Bonus (Manufacturing Incentive Plan) Eligible
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - with generous company match
• Hershey Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Referral Bonus of $500, when eligible

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversees maintenance and coordinate with production in the absence of Manager or Supervisor.
• Train and monitor all maintenance employees on shift to ensure that proper production, GMP’s and Safety guidelines are followed.
• Complete special projects as assigned with the ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities with efficiency and accuracy.
• Make decisions and react quickly to problems.
• Lead and give direction to maintenance employees in the plant.
• Complete all reports and turn in all paperwork in a timely manner daily.
• Attend all safety meetings and follows proper safety procedures
• Perform minor and major maintenance duties as needed in supporting production machinery
• Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments as necessary
• Help oversee work of outside contractors
• Conduct emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance procedures on equipment on a scheduled basis
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
• Manage tools in the facility and ensure they are kept and returned to the right place
• Clear understanding of OSHA requirements and food industry GMP’s
• Work independently as well as with other personnel and management
• Represent self and company in a professional and positive manner
• Follow all safety rules and regulations while performing work assignments and adhere toall policies and procedures as specified in company manuals and as directed in the employee handbook
• Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with peers, management, and support resources, with a constant commitment to teamwork and exemplary customer service
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management in a professional and efficient manner
  

Position Qualifications:

• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Experience in electrical and mechanical equipment maintenance and repair required
• Knowledgeable in the use of hand and power tools
• Ability to read and comprehend instruction manuals and blueprints
• Experience using computer, including experience with ERP system, i.e. SAP
• Preferred experience in a fast paced food manufacturing environment
• Preference given to candidates with a 2-year associate degree in electromechanical systems
• Robotics and control experience a plus
• Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Candidate must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift 40 pounds repetitively.
• Ability to bend, twist, and stand on your feet for an entire shift
• Exposed to food production environment and warehouse environment which may involve noise and fluctuating temperatures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by team members assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive lost of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications or working conditions.

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans.

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