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Mars UK • USA-New Jersey-Hackettstown | United States of America

Production Assistant (Night Shift)

Employment type:  Full time
Salary:  $19 – $27 per hour
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Job Description

Job Description:

Mars Wrigley- Production Assistant: Night Shift- Hackettstown, NJ

  • Pay: Based on experience starting at $20.86/hour+ and $2/hour shift premium

  • This site manufactures chocolate and peanut M&Ms (this is a PEANUT facility)

  • Training is available

Shift Schedule:

  • Shift: Third Shift

  • Schedule: 2-2-3 (rotating)

  • Hours: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM (Night Shift)

Description of Role:

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

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements:

  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent education

  • Mechanical aptitude and/or willing to train in manufacturing equipment

  • Proficient in computer and iPad software, including Microsoft Office and email applications

Physical Requirements:

  • 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Technical degree or certification

  • 1+ year hands-on experience in the manufacturing industry

  • Mechanical or technical training

  • Forklift or mule operating experience

What will be your key responsibilities?

  • Responsible for the performance and safety of machines, processes and personnel, within the plant

  • Drive mules to transport candy and materials

  • 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

Total Rewards

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

  • Shift Premium: $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

What will be the Interview Process?

Application> Resume Review > Recruiter Phone Screen > Situational Judgement Assessment (online) > Onsite Panel Interview> Offer Decision

What can you expect from Mars?

  • 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

Company benefits

Open to part-time employees
Open to job sharing
Open to compressed hours
Sabbaticals
Enhanced maternity leave – 26 weeks at 90% pay
Enhanced paternity leave – 26 weeks at 90% pay
24 days annual leave + bank holidays
“Pawternity” leave
Pregnancy loss leave
Bank holiday swaps
Shared parental leave
Adoption leave
Family health insurance
Pregnancy support
Neo-natal leave
Faith rooms
Meditation space
Dog friendly office
Dog friendly co-working space
Annual bonus
Employee discounts
Cinema discounts
Referral bonus
Joining bonus
Cycle to work scheme
Electric Car Salary Sacrifice
Enhanced pension match/contribution
Theme park discounts
Lunch and learns
In house training
Learning license
Studying sabbaticals
Open to part time work for some roles

Working at Mars UK

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4,000 In the UK

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