Maintenance Technician - Whitestown Plant

At the Hershey Salty Snacks Company, we make brands that people love. Whether you're in the mood for something sweet, salty or a tasty twist of both, we offer a number of snacks to meet your needs. With our most recent acquisition, we are excited to be able to continue to deliver more Salty options, including Skinny Pop. Behind each moment of goodness is a diverse team focused on being part of something bigger. Come be a part of our dynamic team in Whitestown, IN as a Maintenance Technician!

Pay

• Bi-weekly Pay

Total Rewards

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision) starting Day 1!
• 401 (k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off

Shifts

• Orientation Week: Your orientation schedule will be provided to you prior to your start
• Schedule:
  
  
  
  • Night: 5:45 pm to 6:00 pm (2/2/2 rotation) $3.00 shift premium for night shifts
  
  
  
  
• 12-hour shifts

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the upkeep and repair of our facilities, equipment, and systems to ensure smooth operations and a safe working environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, pneumatic tools, conveyor systems, production machines, and General Electric

• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and testing instruments.

• Controls downtime by informing production workers of routine preventive maintenance techniques; monitoring compliance.

• Fabricates repair parts by using machine shop instrumentation and equipment.

• Provides mechanical maintenance information by answering questions and requests.

• Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

• Must be able to perform maintenance functions in a manufacturing environment with emphasis on mechanical repair.

• Must be able to work overtime as required.

• Must be a self-motivated skilled trades professional.

• Positive, team focused attitude.

• Experience troubleshooting/repairing 3 phase motors

• Experience with pneumatics

• Experience troubleshooting/repairing VFD's (not required but a plus!)

• Working with HMI and PLC controls

Qualifications and Education

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in maintenance or related field preferred.
• Proven experience, At least 2 years of experience, as a maintenance technician or similar role, preferably in a manufacturing, industrial, or commercial setting.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot problems efficiently and perform effective repairs.
• Proficient in reading technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with team members and other departments.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.

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

If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact the HR Service Center (askhr@hersheys.com).

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

If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact the HR Service Center (askhr@hersheys.com).