Mechanical Technician - West Hershey Plant

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Why Hershey:

At The Hershey Company, our culture is rooted in purpose and inspired by Milton Hershey’s enduring vision that business should create opportunity for others. Through our commitment to corporate philanthropy, we create positive impact by supporting communities, helping children thrive, and operating as a business for good. This includes our deep and long standing partnership with Milton Hershey School, where we invest in education, workforce readiness, and hands on engagement to help students succeed beyond the classroom. Supported by strategic grantmaking, product donations, cross brand collaboration, and strong employee volunteerism, Hershey offers a place to work where making a difference—locally and globally—is part of how we do business every day.

Job Location:   Hershey, PA

Position Type:   Hourly

Sign-On Bonus:   $10,000

About the Facility:   The Hershey Company West Hershey plant is a Union plant producing products such as White & Dark Paste, Kisses, Nuggets, Milk Bars, Almond Bars, Rolo & Syrup, in a high-speed complex environment.

Pay: 

Starting Pay is $39.37/hour

.75 cent per hour shift differential for working 2nd or 3rd shift

OT Potential! 

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Manufacturing Incentive Plan (MIP) Eligible

Total Rewards:

· Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision)— Starting Day 1 ! 

· 401(k) Retirement Plan – with generous company match· Hershey Stock Purchase Program

· Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability

Shifts: 

· We require that you are flexible to work any shift, weekends, overtime, and holidays.

· Schedule assignments upon hire are determined by plant needs and will be discussed during the interview process.

Candidate Process: 

·Qualified applicants will need to successfully complete a mechanical written and hands-on skills assessment.  Those receiving a passing score on both the written and hands-on mechanical skills assessment will advance to an onsite interview with the hiring team.  

Summary:

The West Hershey Plant of The Hershey Company has immediate openings for Industrial Mechanical Technicians to work in our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.

Primary duties of this position are mechanical troubleshooting and repair of production equipment.  Responsibilities include mechanical installation, setup, and repair.  Compensation is established on a skill-based pay system.

Required background skills and minimum qualifications shall include:

A minimum of three years experience in the industrial, military, or owner/operator trades environment

The successful candidate must be able to effectively function in a fast-paced team environment

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Associates degree in related field or minimum of 3 years of hands on experience in a manufacturing environment of relevant military experience

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must be able to read, write, and speak English

Must be flexible to work any shift

Must be available to work weekends, holidays and overtime

Must be authorized to work in the United States

Basic computer skills

Job related mechanical skills will be assessed

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is preferred

Experience with Safe Quality Food (SQF) practices is preferred

Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) is preferred

Experience with Continuous Improvement methodology is preferred

Experience with SAP Maintenance module is preferred

Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs

Regularly required to work around operating equipment, confined spaces, stand, reach, stoop, crawl, walk, climb ladders and bend

Working Conditions:

Work will be performed within a manufacturing facility

The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required to include but not limited to safety toe shoes, ear plugs, safety glasses/goggles, bump caps, hair and beard nets, and gloves

Wearing company issued uniforms is a requirement

Assessment Requirements:

To ensure the highest standards of maintenance proficiency, all applicants must successfully complete a maintenance-specific skills assessment. This assessment is required for further consideration for the position. If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact a Talent Professional at 1-877-804-1794 or  ApplicationHelp@hersheys.com . Internal applicants should submit a ticket in the HR Service Center  -askhr@hersheys.com .

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans.  You may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application process as a result of a disability. You can request an accommodation via phone or email.To request an accommodation via phone, please call +1 877-804-1794 and leave a voicemail with your contact information.  You may also email a request for accommodation to ApplicationHelp@hersheys.com. Please be sure to include “Accommodation Needed” in the subject line. This will ensure that your email is routed to the appropriate contact who will handle your request.