Machine Operator (1st Shift)

Job Description:

Mars Wrigley – Machine Operator- 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 (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 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

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.