Candy Production Process Operator Technician

12-Hour Shifts (DAY: 3:00 AM to 3:00 PM; NIGHT: 3:00 PM to 3:00 AM) Pay DOE, starting at $17/hr Chilly Air Conditioning Weekly Pay Opportunities for Advancement Elmer Chocolate is the oldest family-owned chocolate company in America. Our factory in Ponchatoula is the 2nd-largest manufacturer of Valentine boxed chocolate in North America.
• Blue Cross/Blue Shield medical plans for the entire family
• Paid vacation
• 401k plan
• Monthly employee appreciation events
• Free chocolate
QUALIFICATIONS • Must be 18 years old & pass a drug screen
• Reliable transportation
• Dependable attendance
• Ability to follow & read instructions
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed
• PTEC associate degree preferred
BASIC JOB TASKS (EXPERIENCE PREFERRED) • Operate, monitor, and adjust automated processes during the candy making procedure.
• Operate and adjust parameters on HMI (Human Machine Interface)
• Troubleshoot and correct minor malfunctions
• Load & Unload candy trays & counter molds
• Operate CIP Equipment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Ability to stand & walk for long periods of time
• Ability to stoop, bend, reach, use force, carry, push/pull, and lift • Ability to apply manual dexterity and specified visual acuity
• Some areas require PPE & may cause occasional exposure to higher temperatures
Elmer Chocolate is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a disabled veteran or other veteran or military status, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or other protected by class status. This organization participates in E-Verify. 70401 70403 70454 Job Posted by ApplicantPro