Machine Operator (1st Shift)

Mars•Elizabethtown, PA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Machine Operators (Team Members) function as an expert member of a manufacturing area team responsible for the efficient production of quality products. This role is at the Elizabethtown, PA facility which manufactures DOVE chocolate. The current shift schedule is Monday-Friday, 6:30 am - 3 pm, with flexibility pending business needs. In 2027, the schedule will transition to a 12-hour night or day shift.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED or equivalent education
1+ years’ experience in manufacturing
Proficiency in software systems including MS Office and e-mail
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 non-climate-controlled areas including hot, cold and wet conditions.
Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree or certifications
2+ years experience in a manufacturing setting operating a variety of machines
Ability to operate a forklift
Knowledge of inventory control principles
Experience with SAP or other warehouse management system

Responsibilities

Performs activities and job tasks within a manufacturing line or area
Operates equipment and changeovers in a safe and efficient manner
Takes corrective actions in solving problems to root cause level
Able to assess equipment operating reliability and perform routine repairs, adjustments, and malfunction troubleshooting
Performs and/or works with Maintenance to complete equipment preventative maintenance (PM)
Performs quality control (QC) tasks such as metal checks, inspection of date codes, item numbers, dump logs, etc.
Maintain accurate records of quality check and keeps detailed logbooks
Any ad hoc tasks