Machine Operator Trainee - Whitestown, IN 1

Hershey Company; Whitestown, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 56,005,000 - 75,707,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Hershey Company in Whitestown, IN is seeking a Machine Operator Trainee to operate and maintain production equipment, ensuring safe and efficient production aligned with schedules and quality standards.

Required is a High School Diploma, English proficiency, and 2+ years in food manufacturing equipment operation. 12-hour shifts, bi-weekly pay, and safety procedures are part of the role. Training and onboarding are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency of the English language (read, write, and speak English).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience operating production equipment in a food manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures for operating production equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks.
• Basic computer skills for record-keeping and equipment monitoring.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to read and write.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment following Standard Operating Procedures to ensure products are produced in accordance with production schedules and quality standards.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment to ensure machines operate at peak efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and make minor repairs to production equipment as needed to minimize downtime.
• Follow safety guidelines and procedures, including wearing PPE and Lock Out Tag Out procedures.
• Adhere to company policies and practices.
• Monitor and report updates for the production process to identify and correct issues that may affect product quality or consistency.
• Maintain accurate records of production activities, such as equipment performance and product yields.
• Communicate with other plant personnel regarding production schedules, equipment issues, and product quality.
• Participate in training programs to develop knowledge and skills related to production equipment and processes.
• Maintains a clean work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Machine Operator Trainee - Whitestown, IN 1

Posted Date: Sep 19, 2026

Requisition Number: 130082

Location:Whitestown, IN

At the Hershey Salty Snacks Company, we make brands that people love. Whether you’re in the mood for something sweet, salty or a tasty twist of both, we offer a number of snacks to meet your needs. With our most recent acquisition, we are excited to be able to continue to deliver more Salty options, including Skinny Pop. Behind each moment of goodness is a diverse team focused on being part of something bigger. Come be a part of our dynamic team in Whitestown, IN as a Machine Operator Trainee!

Pay

Starting at $23.00/hour

Bi-weekly pay

Total Rewards

401 (k) Retirement Plan, with generous company match

Paid Time Off

Shifts

Orientation Week: Your orientation schedule will be provided to you prior to your start

12-hour shifts (day and night available)

Candidate Process

Please note – communication will be through phone,emailand text. To be considered, you must have access to a valid email address.

Qualified candidates will receive a phone call to schedule an onsite interview

Post offer background and drug screenrequired

Job Summary

Our Machine Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining production equipment, ensuring that products are produced in a safe, efficient, and timely manner. A Machine Operator has experience working in a food manufacturing environment and a commitment to quality and safety.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operate and monitor production equipment following Standard Operating Procedures to ensure that products are producedin accordance withproduction schedules and quality standards.

Perform routine maintenance on equipment, to ensure that machinesoperateat peak efficiency.

Troubleshoot and make minor repairs to production equipment as needed to minimize downtime.

Follow safety guidelines and procedures, including wearingappropriate personalprotective equipment (PPE), Lock Out Tag Outproceduresetc.

Adhere to thecompanypolicies and practices.

Monitor and report updates for the production process toidentifyand correct issues that may affectproduct quality or consistency.

Maintainaccuraterecords of production activities, such as equipment performance and product yields.

Communicate with other plant personnelregardingproduction schedules, equipment issues, and productquality.

Participate in training programs to develop knowledge and skills related to production equipment andprocesses.

Maintains a clean work area.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Proficiencyof the English language (read, write, and speak English)

Minimum of 2 years of experience operating production equipment in a food manufacturing environment

Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures for operating production equipment

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks.

Basic computer skills for record-keeping and equipment monitoring.

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Must be able to read, write, andcomprehendEnglish.

Strong communicationskills with the ability to read and write.

Assistwith all othertasks asassigned by plant management.

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 list of all responsibilities, duties,qualificationsor 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

If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contactthe HR Service Center ([e-mail]).