Mechanical Technician - West Hershey Plant

Hershey Company; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 4,474,479 - 6,372,743; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Hershey Stock Purchase Program

Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability

Job summary

A leading confectionery manufacturer in Pennsylvania is seeking a Mechanical Technician for its West Hershey plant. This role involves mechanical troubleshooting and repair of production equipment in a fast-paced environment. Candidates need a minimum of three years' experience, a high school diploma or GED, and must be flexible to work various shifts. Attractive starting pay at $39.37/hour and comprehensive benefits are provided. Immediate openings are available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years experience in industrial or military trades environment.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Flexible to work any shift, weekends and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical troubleshooting and repair of production equipment.
• Mechanical installation, setup, and repair.
• Complete skills assessment for further consideration.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Ability to work in a team

Basic computer skills

Effective communication in English

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Associates degree in related field or 3 years of experience

Tools

SAP Maintenance module

Job description

Mechanical Technician - West Hershey Plant

Requisition Number: 126877

Job Location: Hershey, PA
Position Type: Hourly
Sign-On Bonus: $4000

The Hershey Company West Hershey plant is a Union plant producing products such as White & Dark Paste, Kisses, Nuggets, Milk Bars, Almond Bars, Rolo & Syrup, in a high-speed complex environment.

Pay:

Starting Pay is $39.37/hour

.75 cent per hour shift differential for working 2nd or 3rd shift

OT Potential!

$4000 Sign-On Bonus!

Manufacturing Incentive Plan (MIP) Eligible

Total Rewards:

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

Shifts:

• We require that you are flexible to work any shift, weekends, overtime, and holidays.
• Schedule assignments upon hire are determined by plant needs and will be discussed during the interview process.

Candidate Process:

• Qualified applicants will need to successfully complete a mechanical written and hands‑on skills assessment. Those receiving a passing score on both the written and hands‑on mechanical skills assessment will advance to an onsite interview with the hiring team.

Summary:

The West Hershey Plant of The Hershey Company has immediate openings for Industrial Mechanical Technicians to work in our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.

Primary duties of this position are mechanical troubleshooting and repair of production equipment. Responsibilities include mechanical installation, setup, and repair. Compensation is established on a skill-based pay system.

Required background skills and minimum qualifications shall include:

• A minimum of three years experience in the industrial, military, or owner/operator trades environment
• The successful candidate must be able to effectively function in a fast-paced team environment
• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Associates degree in related field or minimum of 3 years of hands on experience in a manufacturing environment or relevant military experience
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
• Must be flexible to work any shift
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays and overtime
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Basic computer skills
• Job related mechanical skills will be assessed

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is preferred
• Experience with Safe Quality Food (SQF) practices is preferred
• Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) is preferred
• Experience with Continuous Improvement methodology is preferred
• Experience with SAP Maintenance module is preferred

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Regularly required to work around operating equipment, confined spaces, stand, reach, stoop, crawl, walk, climb ladders and bend

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, 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 or [e-mail]. Internal applicants should submit a ticket in the HR Service Center at [e-mail].