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Hershey lists this Machine Operator - B shift - Lenexa, KS opportunity in lenexa, Kansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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Machine Operator - B Shift - Lenexa, KSWhy 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.Location: Lenexa, KansasWe are mixing up something new in Lenexa, KS. This is an exciting time to join our team. We hold ourselves to the highest of quality standards. Each bag of Dot's Pretzels tastes as if they were made straight from the home kitchen of Dot herself. Our foundation is built on relationships. We are family. We believe in our employees and lead by example. The Dot's Pretzels brand has seen an enormous amount of growth, so we are looking for employees to become a part of our team in the Lenexa, KS location!Pay: Starting at $23.25/hr Up to $1/hr pay increase after 6 months of good standing employment Overtime Potential! Total Rewards: Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) Starting Day 1! 401(k) Retirement Plan – with generous company match Paid Time Off Referral Bonus of $500, when eligibleShifts: Day shifts available 12-hour shifts: B shift - 1st week: Wed - Sat; 2nd week: Thurs - Sat, (5 am-5 pm) The schedule assignment is determined by plant needs and confirmed during the interview.Candidate Process: Please note-communications will be through phone, email and text. Ensure you have access to a valid email Candidates are required to take and pass an online pre-hire assessment Qualified applicants will be contacted to schedule a phone screen. Post-Offer Background Check required Drug Screen requiredJob SummaryThe primary responsibility of the Machine Operator is to ensure the proper operation of the automated mixing, baking, packaging, and palletizing equipment. Ensure material and finished product is meeting all quality standards while maintaining good practice in regard to safety, sanitation, and productivity. This individual must strive for continuous improvement of the equipment to maximize operating performance and minimize waste and downtime. This person also plays a critical role in the maintenance and upkeep of the equipment to report issues. The machine operator will also be known as the site expert on shift to maintain programs and train backups.Duties and ResponsibilitiesFollow all FDA health and OSHA safety regulationsCreate, maintain, update, and follow all machine SOPs and SSOPs to keep consistent qualitySupport all standards of safety, quality, sanitation, and productivityComplete all daily setup, changeover, and shutdown of equipment in a timely mannerVisually inspect product quality on a consistent basisRecognize and pull inadequate products off the lineContinuously improving to maximize performance of the machineCreate and manage all machine program recipes and adjust as neededMinimize equipment downtime and aim for high efficiency and speed of operationMinimize waste in the areas of spillage or giveawayHit and exceed daily targets set forthMaintain good documentation on traceability of the materials used and the product madeCommunicate with teammates on the front end and back end of equipment to meet expectationsAssist with production line on the front end or back end whenever neededTroubleshoot equipment issues and resolve for continuous operation with minimal downtimeSee through the completion of necessary work orders to sustain the upkeep of the equipmentEnsure all safety precautions are taken with equipment operation and repairFill out all required paperwork in an accurate and timely mannerEnsure the area is clean and sanitized correctly and up to standard at the end of each shiftAct as shift expert on equipment and train future operators as backupsMinimum QualificationsMinimum of 1- 2 years of experience working with automated machinery Proven experience in troubleshooting machine programs or mechanical problems Proven technical background and expertise Ability to multitask and communicate effectively.Work Environment & Physical Demands: Ability to lift 45 pounds repetitively Ability to bend, twist, and stand on your feet for an entire shift Exposed to food production environment and warehouse environment which may involve noise and fluctuating temperatures.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by team members assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications or working conditions. 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.
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lenexa, KS, 66220, US
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