Packaging Machine Operator - 12-Hour Shifts + Night Diff

Hershey Company; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan- with generous

Paid Time off

Job summary

The Hershey Company in Lawrence, KS is seeking a Machine Operator to set up, oversee, and maintain packaging lines, ensuring product quality and efficient operation. You will perform sanitation, assist other operators, and support supervisors to keep production on schedule.

This role requires basic math, ability to read instructions, and willingness to work 12-hour shifts with rotating schedules. We offer growth opportunities, competitive pay, and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED minimum required.
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English.
• Basic math skills and understanding of measurement units.
• Experience with data entry and tablet usage preferred.
• Willingness to operate packaging machinery safely and efficiently.
• Ability to follow instructions and work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, oversee and maintain packaging machines for quality finished products.
• Assist with sanitation, maintenance tasks and training of others.
• Ensure bags are correctly weighted, registered, sealed and labeled.
• Maintain clean work area and document checks via tablet.
• Coordinate with operators, supervisors and QC to meet production targets.

Skills

English literacy

Basic math

Data entry

Tablet usage

Quality awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Data entry tablet

Packaging machinery software

Job description

The Hershey Company in Lawrence, KS is seeking a Machine Operator to set up, oversee, and maintain packaging lines, ensuring product quality and efficient operation. You will perform sanitation, assist other operators, and support supervisors to keep production on schedule.

This role requires basic math, ability to read instructions, and willingness to work 12-hour shifts with rotating schedules. We offer growth opportunities, competitive pay, and benefits.