Machine Operator - First Shift

Mars

USA-Pennsylvania-Elizabethtown Posted November 6, 2026

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On-site Full-time Entry level
Salary Range

$24 an hour

Job Description

Job Description:


Mars Snacking – Team Member- Elizabethtown, PA

  • Pay: Based on experience starting at $24.10/hour+
  • This site manufactures DOVE chocolate  

  

Current Shift Schedule (2026)

  • Shift: 1st (day)
  • Schedule: Monday- Friday
  • Hours: 6:30am- 3pm (flexible pending business needs)

Future Shift Schedule (2027):

Transition to a 12-hour night or day shift schedule, following a 2-2-3 schedule (Further details will be provided during interview)


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 experience starting at $24.10/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

Required Skills
machine operation manufacturing communication English inventory control SAP warehouse management troubleshooting preventive maintenance quality assurance compensation
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