Electrical Controls Technician - Hazleton Plant

Hershey Company; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical Controls Technician for its Hazleton Plant. This role involves maintaining and troubleshooting control systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will work with advanced PLCs, HMIs, and various instrumentation to ensure optimal operational efficiency. The company offers a competitive salary, a generous sign-on bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package starting from day one. If you are passionate about electrical technology and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Hershey Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years education in electrical technology or four years experience.
• Competence with Allen-Bradley PLCs and HMIs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Read and comprehend electrical and instrumentation drawings.
• Troubleshoot PLC programs and make programming changes as needed.

Skills

Electrical Control Systems

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Troubleshooting

Industrial Power Circuits

Microsoft Office

Networking Protocols

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Electrical Technology Education

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

Human/Machine Interfaces (HMIs)

SAP

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Electrical Controls Technician - Hazleton Plant

Posted Date: Apr 8, 2025

Requisition Number: 124938

Location: Hazle Township, PA
Position Type: Hourly
Sign-On Bonus: $7500

Summary:

The Hershey Company Hazletonplant is a Union plant producing products such as Cadbury, Milk Bars, Almond Bars, Extra Dark Bars, Caramel Bars, Candy Coated Eggs, and Kit Kat, in a high-speed complex environment.

The qualified applicant must have a minimum of two years education in electrical technology or a minimum of four years of recent experience in the maintenance of control equipment and instrumentation used in manufacturing control systems.

Pay:

• $39.38/hour. Will also receive $0.45/hour shift differential pay for 2nd and 3rd shift (8-hour) and $0.60/hour for 12-hour night shift work schedule.
• $7,500Sign-On Bonus
• OvertimePotential
• Manufacturing Incentive Plan Eligible
  

Total Rewards:

· Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision)—Starting Day1!
· 401(k) Retirement Plan – with generous company match
· Hershey Stock Purchase Program
· Tuition Reimbursement
· Life Insurance
· Short Term Disability
· Long Term Disability

Shifts:

• You will be assigned to either the Traditional Work Schedule (TWS) or the Continuous Operations Schedule (COS). Once your probation period is complete, you will be assigned to a shift and/or schedule based on your seniority and you will be eligible to bid on a different schedule and/or shift.
• Traditional Work Schedule (TWS): Regular schedule is 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday. (1st shift: 6:50 AM-3:00 PM, 2nd shift: 2:50 PM-11:00 PMand 3rd shift: 10:50 PM -7:00 AM). Mandatory overtime could be weekly (scheduled for 12 hours/day, Monday through Friday, daily (additional 4 hours on your 8-hour shift) and weekends (8 to 12-hour shifts).
• Continuous Operations Schedule (COS): Rotation of 2-2-3 days on/off, with every other weekend off. You will be eligible for 1 mandated day in a 2-week period.
• New hires are typically assigned to a Night COS shift or 2nd/3rd TWS shift but must be flexible to work either shifts during the training period.
• Schedule assignments upon hire aredetermined by plant needs and will be discussed further during the interview process.
  

Candidate Process:
Please note: Communications will be through e-mail and text. Ensure you have access to a valid e-mail

• Candidates are required to take and pass a pre-hire written mechanical skills assessment to schedule an interview
• Post-Offer: Drug Screen, Physical Assessment and Background Check Required.
  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Read and comprehend electrical and instrumentation drawings.
• Competence with Allen-Bradley programmable logic controllers (PLC, and ControlLogix families), Human/Machine Interfaces (HMIs) such as AB PanelView, FactoryTalk View, Intellution FIX, and Wonderware.
• Troubleshoot PLC programs and be able to make programming changes when required.
• Understanding of industrial power circuits, installation practices, and general OSHA Safety practices.
• Ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate instrumentation such as temperature sensors, pressure sensors, pressure switches, temperature switches, weighing systems, in-line analyzers, valve actuators and positioners.
• Ability to install, maintain, and troubleshoot motor control systems including VFDs, servos, and robotic systems.
• Understanding of networking protocols and hardware (switches, routers, firewalls).
• Abide by GMPs as related to working in a food production facility.
• Experience with standard Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook isrequired.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 18 years of age
• High School Diploma/ GED
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Authorized to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP experience preferred
• Good attendance is very important

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to stand, reach, squat, climb steps, and move around machinery

Working Conditions:

• Work will be performed within a manufacturing facility
• The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required to include but not limited to safety toe shoes, ear plugs, safety glasses/goggles, hard hat,bump caps, hair and beard nets, and gloves
• Wearing company issued uniforms is a requirement

Assessment Requirements:

To ensure the highest standards of maintenance proficiency, all applicants must successfully complete a maintenance-specific skills assessment. This assessment is required for further consideration for the position. If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact a Talent Professional at 1-877-804-1794 [e-mail] . Internal applicants should submit a ticket in the HR Support [e-mail] .

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug testing and background check consistent with The Hershey Company's Employment Policies. Background checks include, but are not limited to the following: education verification, employment verification, criminal check, social security number verification.