Night Shift Forklift Machine Operator — $25+/hr + Premium

Mars Incorporated in; Hackettstown (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential $2/hour

Medical, Vision, and Dental

Up to 6% 401(k) match

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Short/Long-Term Disability

18 weeks parental leave

Job summary

Mars Incorporated in Hackettstown, NJ is seeking a Machine Operator to operate forklift on the Night Shift and contribute to efficient production of chocolate and peanut M&M products.

The role involves operating equipment, performing changeovers, supporting maintenance and QC tasks, with a 12-hour night schedule (3rd shift) and safety-compliant procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Proficient in using computers and PC software, including Microsoft Office and email

Responsibilities

• Assess and operate manufacturing equipment, performing routine repairs, adjustments, and troubleshooting as needed.
• Identify and resolve problems to their root cause, taking appropriate corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Maintenance to perform and complete equipment preventative maintenance (PM).
• Conduct and document quality control (QC) tasks, including metal checks, inspection of date codes, item numbers, dump logs, and waste performance.
• Maintain detailed and accurate logbooks, ensuring all shift support documentation is completed safely and in compliance with quality standards.
• Perform any additional ad hoc tasks as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Microsoft Office

Email usage

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

OSHA certification

Job description

MachineOperator- Forklift(Night Shift) (Finance)

Job Description:

MarsSnacking-MachineOperator - Forklift (NightShift)-Hackettstown, NJ

• Starting rate:$25+/hour (based on experience) and $2/hour shiftpremium

• This site manufactures chocolate and peanut M&Ms

Required Shift

• Shift:3rdShift

• Schedule:2-2-3 (rotating)

• Hours:6:30PM- 7:00AM(NightShift)

Description of Role

Machine Operators (TeamMembers)are experts in operating equipment, machinery, and systems within their assigned area. They are responsible for ensuring the efficient production of high-quality products, performing machine operations and changeovers, and supporting the training of other team members.

Whatare welooking for?

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma, GEDor equivalent education
• 1+years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to operate a forklift
• Proficient in using computers and PC software, including MicrosoftOffice and email

Physical Requirements:

• Can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50lbs.) and pushing/pulling (50-300lbs.)

• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping.

• Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and operate in confined spaces.

• Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods, with shifts lasting 12 hours

• Capable of working in hot, cold and wet conditions

• Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English.

• This is a Peanut facility

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical degree or certification

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting operating a variety of machines
• OSHA certification
• Experience with SAP

What will be yourKeyResponsibilities?

• Assess and operate manufacturing equipment, performing routine repairs, adjustments, and troubleshooting as needed.

• Identify and resolve problems to their root cause, taking appropriate corrective actions.

• Collaborate with Maintenance to perform and complete equipment preventative maintenance (PM).

• Conduct and document quality control (QC) tasks, including metal checks, inspection of date codes, item numbers, dump logs, and waste performance.

• Maintain detailed and accurate logbooks, ensuring all shift support documentation is completed safely and in compliance with quality standards.

• Perform any additional ad hoc tasks as assigned.

Total Rewards

• Starting Pay:Based on experience starting at$25+/hour

• Shift Differential:$2/hour

• Annual Bonus and Merit Increases

• Benefits Starting Day One:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental

• Up to 6% 401(k) match

• Vacation time

• Tuition reimbursement

• Short/Long-Term Disability

• 18 weeks parental leave

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 like-minded and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.

• Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus