Production Assistant (3rd Shift)

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates; Elizabethtown (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; 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 Wrigley in Elizabethtown, PA is seeking a Production Assistant to operate machines and equipment in the manufacturing plant, ensuring safe and efficient performance. The role requires mechanical inclination and basic MS Office skills, with a 12-hour night shift schedule.

The position starts at $20.08 per hour plus a $1.50 shift premium, with opportunities for annual bonus and comprehensive benefits starting Day One.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate machines, equipment, and processes in designated area.
• Perform routine tasks: start up, shutdown, monitoring, cleaning, basic changeovers, repairs, inspections.
• Utilize basic ancillary equipment and computer programs.
• Escalate issues and repair mechanical breakdowns.
• Handle ad hoc requests as needed.

Skills

MS Office

English communication

Education

High school diploma / GED

Technical degree or certifications

Tools

Forklift driving

Job description

Job Description:

Mars Wrigley- Production Assistant- Elizabethtown, PA

• Pay:Based off experience starting at $20.08/hour+ and $1.50 Shift Premium

• This site manufactures Dove Chocolate

Shift Schedule:

- 3rd Shift (Nights)

- Sunday night- Friday; 1030pm-7am (flexible pending business needs)

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

• Forklift 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

Total Rewards

• Starting Pay: Based on experiencestarting at $20.08/hour +

• Shift Premium: $1.50/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

• Relocation will not be offered

What will be the Interview Process?

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

Allergies:

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