Production Assistant (2nd Shift)

Mars

Elizabethtown (Lancaster County)

On-site

USD 41,000 - 46,000

Full time

4 days ago

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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 Snacking - Elizabethtown, PA is hiring a Production Assistant to operate machines and support safety and efficiency in a Dove Chocolate manufacturing site.

Starting pay $20.08/hour plus $2 shift premium on 2nd shift, Monday–Friday with some weekends; currently 12-hour shifts, with a future 2.2.3 schedule discussed during interviews.

Qualifications

High school diploma, GED or equivalent education.
Mechanically inclined.
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel) and email.
Able to lift 10–50 lbs, push/pull 50–300 lbs, and work 12-hour shifts.
Strong English reading/writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Operate machines, equipment and processes in designated area.
Perform startup/shutdown, monitoring, cleaning and inspections.
Run basic changeovers and repairs as needed.
Escalate issues and repair mechanical breakdowns.
Handle ad hoc requests as needed.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

MS Office

Email proficiency

Education

High school diploma / GED

Job description

Job Description

Job Description:

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

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.

What are we looking for?

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

What will be your 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

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