Mechanical Technician - West Hershey Plant

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

- Mechanical troubleshooting and repair of production equipment. - Mechanical installation, setup, and repair. - OT Potential! $4000 Sign-On Bonus!

Requirements

- 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. - 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.

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.

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.