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Chocolate Production Operator

Job in Elizabethtown, Hardin County, Kentucky, 42701, USA
Listing for: Mars Incorporated
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-25
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator, Industrial Maintenance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 24.1 USD Hourly USD 24.10 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Chocolate Production Operator - Shift Premium & Benefits

Job Description:

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
Current Shift 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 experience starting 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.
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