PTEC Machine Operator

Elmer Chocolate; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid vacation

401k

Employee events

Free chocolate

Job summary

Elmer Chocolate in Ponchatoula, LA is seeking entry to mid level manufacturing technicians to operate and monitor candy-making lines. Positions are 12-hour shifts from 3am to 3pm, Monday through Thursday with Fridays on call.

Pay is 18–25 USD per hour, DOE, with weekly pay, overtime likely, and opportunities for advancement. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, paid vacation, 401k, monthly events, and free chocolate for employees.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years old & pass a drug screen.
• Reliable transportation.
• Dependable attendance.
• Ability to follow & read instructions.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and adjust automated processes during the candy making procedure.
• Operate and adjust parameters on HMI (Human Machine Interface).
• Troubleshoot and correct minor malfunctions.
• Load & Unload candy trays & counter molds.
• Operate CIP Equipment.

Education

PTEC associate degree preferred

Job description

12-Hour shifts: 3am to 3pm every Monday - Thursday, plus Fridays on call

Pay DOE, $18 - $25

Chilly Air Conditioning

Weekly Pay

Overtime Likely

Opportunities for Advancement

Elmer Chocolate is the oldest family-owned chocolate company in America. Our factory in Ponchatoula is the 2nd-largest manufacturer of Valentine boxed chocolate in North America.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision plans for the entire family
• Paid vacation
• 401k plan
• Monthly employee appreciation events
• Free chocolate

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years old & pass a drug screen
• Reliable transportation
• Dependable attendance
• Ability to follow & read instructions
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed
• PTEC associate degree preferred

BASIC JOB TASKS (EXPERIENCE PREFERRED)

• Operate, monitor, and adjust automated processes during the candy making procedure.
• Operate and adjust parameters on HMI (Human Machine Interface)
• Troubleshoot and correct minor malfunctions
• Load & Unload candy trays & counter molds
• Operate CIP Equipment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand & walk for long periods of time
• Ability to stoop, bend, reach, use force, carry, push/pull, and lift <50 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to apply manual dexterity and specified visual acuity
• Some areas require PPE & may cause occasional exposure to higher temperatures

Elmer Chocolate is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees in accordance with all applicable laws.

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