Production Assistant (2nd Shift)

Mars Incorporated; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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 is hiring a Production Assistant for the Elizabethtown, PA site to operate machinery and ensure safe, efficient production.

Responsibilities include running and monitoring equipment, assisting with changeovers, and maintaining quality and safety standards. Requires a high school diploma and mechanical aptitude; MS Office and English communication skills are essential. 12-hour shifts with potential weekend work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent education.
• Mechanically inclined.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel) and email.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines, equipment, and processes within the designated area of the plant.
• Perform routine operational tasks: startup/shutdown, monitoring, cleaning, basic changeovers, repairs, inspections.
• Escalate issues and repair mechanical breakdowns; handle ad hoc requests as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

English proficiency

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or certifications

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Mars Snacking- Production Assistant- Elizabethtown, PA

• Pay: Based off experience starting at $20.08/hour + and $2/hour shift premium
• This site manufactures Dove Chocolate

Shift Schedule

Current

• Shift: 2nd (Afternoon)
• Schedule: Monday- Friday (some weekends possible)
• Hours: 2:30pm- 11pm (Flexible pending business needs)

Future Shift Schedule (2027)

• Transition to a 2.2.3 schedule; 12 hour day or night fixed shifts (more will be discussed during the interview process)

Description of Role

The Production Assistant is responsible for operating machines, equipment, and processes within their designated area of the manufacturing plant, ensuring both successful performance and safety.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
• Mechanically inclined
• Proficient in software including MS Office (Word, Excel) and email.

Physical Requirements

• Can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical degree or certifications
• 1+ years of hand on experience in the manufacturing industry
• Mechanical or technical training
• Fork Lift driving experience

Key Responsibilities

• Accountable for the performance of multiple machines, processes, and pieces of equipment.
• Perform routine operational tasks including starting up, shutting down, monitoring, cleaning, basic changeovers, repairs, routine checks, and inspections.
• Utilize basic ancillary equipment and computer programs
• Escalate issues appropriately and repair mechanical breakdowns
• Handle ad hoc requests as needed

Total Rewards

• Starting Pay: Based on experiencestarting at $20.08/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

Interview Process

Resume review > Recruiter Phone Screen > Situational Judgement Assessment (online) > Onsite Panel Interview > Offer Decision

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