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Machine Operator First Shift

Mars


Job Location:

Elizabethtown, NC - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 24 - 24
Posted: 7 November 2026 (16 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 4 February 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:


Mars Snacking Team Member- Elizabethtown PA

  • Pay:Based on experience starting at $24.10/hour
  • This site manufacturesDOVEchocolate

CurrentShift Schedule (2026)

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

FutureShift 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 experiencestarting 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 Experience:

IC


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