Production Assistant; Night Shift

Job Description

Mars Wrigley
- Production Assistant
- Hackettstown, NJ

• Pay: Based on experience starting at $20.86/hour+ and $2/hour shift differential
• This site manufactures chocolate and peanut M & M(s) (this is a PEANUT facility)
• Training is available

3rd Shift

Shift Pattern: 2-2-3 Schedule

Shift

Hours:

6:30pm- 7am (Night Shift)

The Production Assistant is responsible for operating and overseeing a designated set of machines, equipment, and/or processes within the manufacturing facility.

• High school diploma or GED
• Mechanical aptitude and/or willing to train in manufacturing equipment
• Proficient in computer and iPad software, including Microsoft Office and email applications

• 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.

• Technical degree or certification
• 1+ year hands-on experience in the manufacturing industry
• Mechanical or technical training
• Forklift operating experience

• Responsible for the performance and safety of machines, processes and personnel, within the plant
• Start up, shut down, monitor, clean, and perform basic changeovers on equipment
• Conduct minor repairs, routine checks, inspections and escalating issues
• Operate basic ancillary equipment and utilize relevant computer programs
• Perform any ad hoc tasks as required

• Starting Pay: Based on experience starting at $20.86/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

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Offer Decision

• Work with over 130,000 like-minded 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.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits.

Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting:

USD 19.63 - USD 27.00