Industrial Maintenance Mechanic: - Stuarts Draft Plant

The Hershey CompanyStuarts Draft, VA
Onsite

About The Position

The Hershey Company Stuarts Draft plant is a Non-Union plant producing products such as Reese’s Pieces, Reese Cups, Reese Shapes, Reese Bars, Mr. Goodbar, NutRageous, Oh Henry, FastBreak, Whatchamacallit, Baking Chips, etc. in a high-speed complex environment. Pay: Starting pay rate: $44.64 per hour $1.00 per hour shift differential for working 2nd or 3rd shift Overtime potential Manufacturing Incentive Plan (MIP) Eligible Shifts: We require that you are flexible to work any shift, weekends, overtime, and holidays 2nd Shift work schedule: Monday – Friday 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm 3rd Shift work schedule: Sunday – Thursday from 10:00 pm - 6:30 am Schedule assignments upon hire are determined by plant needs. Once your training period begins, you will be assigned to 1st shift for approximately 2 weeks, then moved to 2nd or 3rd shift. You will be eligible to bid on other schedules, shifts and jobs when they are posted. Regular schedule is 8-hour shifts. Mandatory overtime could be weekly, daily and/or weekends. Interview / Hiring / Selection Process: Potentially qualified applicants will complete a written NOCTI skills assessment at the Stuarts Draft plant Candidates that pass the written NOCTI skills assessment will be scheduled for an onsite interview, followed by a hands-on skills assessment at the Stuarts Draft plant Post-offer Drug Screen & Background Check required Summary: The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic: Maintains equipment parts and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt. Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 3+ years of experience in the industrial, military, or owner/operator trades environment.
  • High school diploma or G.E.D.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Must be able to read, write, and speak English
  • Must be flexible to work any shift and work weekends, holidays, and overtime
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States
  • Must have a basic understanding of PC’s and basic computer skills, machine shop & welding skills
  • Must achieve a passing score on both a written and practical mechanical assessment

Nice To Haves

  • Food manufacturing experience is preferred
  • Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is preferred
  • Experience with Safe Quality Food (SQF) practices is preferred
  • Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) is preferred
  • Experience with Continuous Improvement methodology is preferred
  • Experience with SAP Maintenance module is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Maintains equipment parts and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed equipment, parts, and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt.
  • Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision)—Starting Day 1!
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – with generous company match
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
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