Machine Operator- 2nd Shift

Mars Wrigley Machine Operator- Elizabethtown PA

• Pay: Based on experience starting at $24.10/hour and $2/hour shift premium
• This site manufactures DOVE chocolate

CurrentShift Schedule (2026)

• Shift: 2nd(Afternoon)
• Schedule: Monday- Friday
• Hours: 2:30 PM 11:00 PM (flexible pending business needs)

Future Shift Schedule (2027):

Transition to a 12-hour night or day shift schedule (Further details will be provided

Description of Role:

Machine Operators (Team Members) function as an expert member of a manufacturing area team responsible for the efficient production of quality products.

What are we looking for

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma GED or equivalent education
• 1 years experience in manufacturing
• Proficiency in software systems including MS Office and e-mail

Physical Requirements:

• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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

What will be your Key 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

Total Rewards

• Starting Pay: Based on experiencestarting at $24.10/hour
• Shift Differential: $2/hour
• Annual Bonus and Merit Increases
• Benefits Starting Day One:
  • Medical Vision and Dental
  • Up to 6% 401(k) match
  • Vacation time
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Short/Long-Term Disability
  • 18 weeks parental leave

What will be the Interview Process

Resume review > Recruiter Phone Screen > Situational Judgement Assessment (online) > Onsite Panel Interview> Offer Decision

Allergies: This is a peanut FREE facility

What can you expect from Mars

• The opportunity to learn develop and take charge of your own career.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package.
• To be respected and valued.
• The Five Principles at the center of every decision we make.
• The opportunity to work cross functionally add value and impact a better world for generations to come.