About this role
Job Description:
Mars Wrigley- Process Machine Operator: Floater- Elizabethtown, PA
• Pay: Based on experience $25.40/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: Process Operator- Floater is the back up to the Production Coordinator and production lead as needed. Responsible for product and machine rebuilds, changeovers, quality checks, cleaning-in-place (CIP), continuous improvement recommendations.
What are we looking for? Minimum Requirements:
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent education • 3+ years of manufacturing experience • Basic analytical and mathematical skills • Proficient using laptops, iPads, and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Email, etc.)
Physical Requirements:
• Can 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 hot, cold and wet conditions • Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Technical Degree or Certification • 4+ years of experience in manufacturing • Weever software experience • Food or beverage manufacturing experience • Maintenance knowledge or capabilities • Forklift experience
What will be your key responsibilities?
• Back up to the Production Coordinator and Production lead as needed • Ensure operational efficiency, conformance to standards, product quality and drive continuous improvement • Responsible for the efficient production of quality products • Operate, monitor, and perform changeover and rebuilds on machinery • Train and assist other associates as needed, supporting Production Coordinators and the Maintenance team • Maintain accurate records of quality checks and keep detailed logbooks • Any ad hoc requests
Total Rewards
• Starting Pay: Based on experience starting at $25.40/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
• Relocation will not be provided
Allergies: This is a peanut FREE facility
What can you expect from Mars?
• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. • Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. • Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. • An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.