OVERNIGHT Candy Production PTEC Machine Operator

LED FastStart; Ponchatoula (LA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the chocolate manufacturing sector is seeking dedicated individuals for a 12-hour overnight shift. This role involves operating automated processes, ensuring quality control, and troubleshooting equipment. With opportunities for advancement and a supportive work environment, employees enjoy benefits like health plans, paid vacation, and monthly appreciation events. Join a team committed to excellence and enjoy the sweet rewards of your hard work, including free chocolate!

Benefits

Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical plans

Paid vacation

401k plan

Monthly employee appreciation events

Free chocolate

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old & pass a drug screen.
• Ability to operate and adjust automated processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust automated processes during candy making.
• Troubleshoot and correct minor malfunctions.

Skills

Ability to follow & read instructions

Dependable attendance

Reliable transportation

Ability to work overtime and weekends

Education

PTEC associate degree preferred

Tools

HMI (Human Machine Interface)

CIP Equipment

Job description

12-Hour OVERNIGHT shift: 3:00pm to 3:00am

Pay DOE, no less than $17/hr

Chilly Air Conditioning

Weekly Pay

Overtime Likely during peak season

Opportunities for Advancement

Elmer Chocolate is the oldest family-owned chocolate company in America. Our factory in Ponchatoula is the 2nd-largest manufacturer of Valentine boxed chocolate in North America.

• Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical plans for the entire family

• Paid vacation

• 401k plan

• Monthly employee appreciation events

• Free chocolate

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years old & pass a drug screen

• Reliable transportation

• Dependable attendance

• Ability to follow & read instructions

• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed

• PTEC associate degree preferred

BASIC JOB TASKS (EXPERIENCE PREFERRED)

• Operate, monitor, and adjust automated processes during the candy making procedure.

• Operate and adjust parameters on HMI (Human Machine Interface)

• Troubleshoot and correct minor malfunctions

• Load & Unload candy trays & counter molds

• Operate CIP Equipment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand & walk for long periods of time

• Ability to stoop, bend, reach, use force, carry, push/pull, and lift <50 lbs. occasionally

• Ability to apply manual dexterity and specified visual acuity

• Some areas require PPE & may cause occasional exposure to higher temperatures

Elmer Chocolate is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a disabled veteran or other veteran or military status, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or other protected by class status.

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