The Hershey Company · 1 day ago
Packaging Machine Operator - Plymouth, IN
Plymouth, IN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$21.50/hr - $21.50/hrThe Hershey Company is looking for a Packaging Machine Operator to join their team in Plymouth, IN. The role involves setting up, overseeing, and maintaining packaging machines to ensure the quality and packaging of finished products, along with assisting in various operational duties.
ConfectioneryFood and BeverageManufacturingService IndustrySnack Food
Responsibilities
Follow company GMPs
Check gram weight on Ishida operation terminal
Clear weigher faults
Keep all formers and film off the floor
Empty machines when shutting down
Operate video jet printers and change printer ribbon when needed
Perform timely changeovers
Tear down and set up machine
Operate fastback systems, weighers, and packing equipment
Ensure all required paperwork is completed
Ensure all bags are running correct weights
Ensure all bags are in registration, both in cutoff and side to side registration
Ensure all bags are code-dated properly with both price and date legible and in proper position on face of bag
Ensure bags are sealed properly and that bag appearance is acceptable
Add/remove air from bags and ensure proper air fill
Change knife blades
Change bag speed in packaging machines and weighers and ensure running rates based on lead label
Keep machines clean and area under and around the machine clean and help sweep packing area
Weigh defected film, record defect and place film in defective area provided
Keep in feeds, dispersion table, scales, etc, free from buildup
Perform hourly metal detector checks as required. Report any metal detector findings, false activations, or other concerns to management immediately and help with investigation
Ensure all paperwork is completed (film verifications, sanitation and 5S paperwork, etc.)
Complete all required trainings
Communicate with all team members, including bakers, leads, packers, PMO’s, QC, PC, maintenance, and supervisors
All other duties as assigned by Supervisor
Follow all safety and general work rules and policies
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or GED
Ability to read, write and comprehend English
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, and metric to SAE conversions – mm to inches, grams to ounces
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or scheduled form
Must pass FSQS 1.4.21 PMO Skills and Knowledge Assessment test and FSQS PMO Training qualification checklist
Have a clear understanding of how to safely operate packaging machinery and utilize the use of hand tools and equipment
Benefits
Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) starting day 1
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Time off
$500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates
Company
The Hershey Company
The Hershey Company is headquartered in Hershey, Pa., and is an industry-leading snacks company with a purpose to make more moments of goodness through its iconic brands.
Founded in 1894
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.62B2025-10-21Post Ipo Debt· $1.88B
2025-02-19Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2023-05-01Post Ipo Debt· $750M
Leadership Team
Kirk Tanner
Chief Executive Officer
Michele Buck
President and Chief Executive Officer
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