Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - Hazleton Plant

The Hershey Company•Hazle Township, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic’s primary role is to maintain and support the reliability of manufacturing equipment and processes by executing preventive and predictive maintenance. The role also involves troubleshooting and problem-solving, efficient repairs, and documenting and communicating technical processes for mechanical and electrical equipment. Training may last up to 18 months; previous experience will be considered toward qualification, and courses may be required depending on experience and qualifications. Job progression opportunities are based on skill, experience, and training. The position is at The Hershey Company’s Hazleton Plant in Hazle Township, Pennsylvania, a union facility producing a range of confectionery products in a high-speed, complex manufacturing environment. Employees are assigned to either an 8-hour weekday Traditional Work Schedule or a rotating Continuous Operations Schedule. New hires may be assigned to a night COS shift or a second- or third-shift TWS schedule, and must be flexible to work any shift during training. Mandatory overtime may include extended weekday shifts, additional hours after a regular shift, and weekend shifts. Weekend, holiday, and overtime availability is required. The starting pay rate is $36.97 per hour, with applicable shift differentials, a $4,000 sign-on bonus, overtime potential, and eligibility for the Manufacturing Incentive Plan. Applicants must pass a pre-hire mechanical skills assessment to schedule an interview. Post-offer requirements include a drug screen, physical assessment, and background check.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have a high school diploma or GED.
Be flexible to work all shifts, including possible placement on a 12-hour rotational schedule.
Be available to work weekends, holidays, and overtime, which may be assigned up to 30 minutes before the end of a shift.
Be authorized to work in the United States.
Have at least 3 years of hands-on maintenance experience involving mechanical or electrical work, including 480V three-phase and control voltage, millwright work, welding, plumbing, conveying, or packaging equipment.
Have basic computer skills.
Successfully complete the required maintenance-specific skills assessment.
Meet the physical demands of lifting up to 50 pounds; regularly working around operating equipment; standing, reaching, stooping, crawling, bending, and climbing stairs or steps; and repetitive use of hands, wrists, and forearms.
Complete required post-offer drug screening, physical assessment, and background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a food manufacturing environment.
Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) or similar processes.
Experience with continuous improvement methodology.
Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including operational theory, troubleshooting, and repair; ability to read blueprints and schematics and systematically diagnose and repair problems.
Experience with mechanical drive systems, including chains, belts, shafts, and gear drives, and understanding of system operation and performance.
Experience with HVAC, boilers, or wastewater treatment.
Good attendance.

Responsibilities

Maintain reliable operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by performing preventive maintenance on production and process equipment, including conveying systems, high-speed packaging equipment, automated and robotic material handling, and utility and process equipment.
Use technical drawings, equipment manuals, and engineering specifications when maintaining equipment.
Inspect and measure equipment to determine and diagnose changes in component condition.
Collaborate with operations to optimize equipment reliability and minimize downtime through preventive and corrective maintenance.
Communicate and document critical details through a computerized maintenance management system.