Production Assistant (Day Shift)

Mars, Incorporated; Elizabethtown (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the confectionery sector is seeking a Production Assistant in Elizabethtown, PA. In this role, you will operate machinery and perform routine maintenance in a manufacturing environment. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma and some experience working with manufacturing processes. Competitive hourly wages starting at $19.92/hr, plus potential for bonuses and benefits.

Benefits

Medical, Vision & Dental coverage starts day one

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Short/Long Term disability

18 weeks parental leave

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience with manufacturing equipment.
• 3+ years experience in the manufacturing industry preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for performance of several machines.
• Carry out routine operational tasks.
• Repair mechanical breakdowns.

Skills

Operating manufacturing equipment

Problem-solving

Mechanical repairs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Fork Lift

Job description

Job Description:

Company: Mars Wrigley

Location: Elizabethtown, PA

Title: Production Assistant

Pay: Based off experience starting at $19.92/hr +

Required Shift:

Day Shift: Monday- Friday 6am- 2:30pm

What do we manufacture?

Dove Chocolate!

Job Purpose:

The Production Assistant is responsible for running successfully and safely a set of machines, equipment and/or processes within their working area in the manufacturing plant.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED or above
• 1+ years experience working with manufacturing equipment and machinery

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting/carrying (10-55 lbs) & pushing/pulling (50-200 lbs).
• Frequent handling/gripping/bending/stooping.
• Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, leaning over equipment.
• Ability to stand and/or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).
• Ability to work in varies manufacturing environments and non-temperature-controlled rooms.
• Able to read, write, speak and understand English

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of hand on experience working in the manufacturing industry
• Mechanical or technical training
• Fork Lift driving experience

What will be your Key Responsibilities?

• Accountable for the performance of several machines, processes, or pieces of equipment.
• Carry out routine operational tasks including starting-up, shutting-down, monitoring, cleaning, and carrying out basic changeovers, minor repairs, routine checks and inspections, and the use of basic ancillary equipment and computer programs.
• Escalate issues as appropriate, give full and accurate verbal and written handover
• Repair mechanical breakdowns using trained knowledge and experience.

Total Rewards/Compensation:

• Pay based on experience starting at $19.92/HR
• OT potential
• Annual bonus pay out
• Annual merit increases
• Medical, Vision & Dental- Starts day one!
• Up to 6% 401K match
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short/Long Term disability
• 18 weeks parental leave

What will be the Interview Process?

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

Allergies: This is a peanut FREE facility

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.