Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be flexible to work all shifts which could be 8, 10 or 12 hour shifts (1st, 2nd and 3rd shift)
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays and overtime
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must be able to achieve a passing score on both a written and practical NOCTI exam in the respective discipline (part of the selection process)
• Must have basic understanding of PCs and basic computer skills

Nice To Haves

• Food manufacturing experience is preferred
• Experience with Safe Quality Food (SQF) practices is preferred
• Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) is preferred
• Experience with Autonomous Maintenance (AM) is preferred
• Experience with Single-Minute Exchange of Die (SMED) is preferred
• Experience with Continuous Improvement methodology is preferred
• 1-2 years hands on electrical or mechanical work in manufacturing systems

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate ability to plan layout of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures consistent with specifications and local codes
• Demonstrate proper techniques used to install control and distribution apparatus, such as switches, outlets, relays, and circuit-breaker panels
• Demonstrate proper techniques used to connect wiring to circuit breakers, transformers, lighting fixtures, thermostats, intercoms, signaling systems, power equipment, or other components
• Demonstrate proper technique used to check circuit connections to ensure electrical compatibility and safety of components
• Diagnose and repair or replace malfunctioning apparatus and components, such as transformers, circuit breakers, fuses, motors, generators, and fixtures
• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems and production machines
• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance
• 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

Benefits

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