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Mix Operator

HERSHEY CREAMERY CO
Harrisburg, PA Other
POSTED ON 8/4/2025 CLOSED ON 8/18/2025

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Job Details

Job Location:    Harrisburg, PA
Position Type:    Full Time
Education Level:    None
Salary Range:    Undisclosed
Job Shift:    Day
Job Category:    Manufacturing

Description

Job description

Mix Department Operator

Harrisburg, PA

Production Department - Entry Level Position**

3rd Shift (7pm-5am Sun-Thurs)

Job Summary:

The primary responsibilities of this position are to carry out the safe and correct operation of the mix-making process, maintain an accurate inventory of all ingredients and materials needed, and to communicate with the various department team members to ensure safe and high-quality ice cream mix is delivered to the correct manufacturing areas.

Our benefits include:

  • Consistent Overtime Pay – Average 45-50 hours per week, with overtime after 40 hours.
  • Starting wage of $23.11 / hour ; increased to $23.71 after 60 days of positive performance -- $35.56/hour per OT Hour
  • 100% Company-Paid healthcare and life insurance for the employee
  • 401K with company match

Job Responsibilities

  • Understand the basic flow of ice cream production from receiving, mix formulation, production, storage, and distribution. This position will require training and proficiency in all aspects of mix formulation and bulk ingredient receiving.
  • Understand, apply, and maintain the application of the HACCP/HARPC plan.
  • Review and retrieve dry goods from the warehouse and place in orderly fashion for the night runs.
  • Review recipes with the batch operator and figure out slurry numbers for the nights mixes.
  • Work on weekly task sheets each night when not dumping.
  • Responsible for washing the tanks and machines when batching is complete.
  • Operate with safety, quality, and teamwork in mind throughout the shift. Follow all safety guidelines and rules; environmental and regulatory guidelines; use all required safety equipment. Maintain quality and cleanliness of the work area and equipment.
  • Any additional responsibilities as assigned by Supervisor.

Requirements


  • Must be able to lift 60 pounds continuously throughout shift.
  • Must be able to perform routine maintenance tasks in a confined area such as tanks or tankers.
  • Ability to work in a team environment and be cross-functional. Hours may vary depending on role (6 pm – 5 am or work is complete)
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Must possess the ability to multitask, prioritize, be organized, and detail oriented.
  • Experience in dairy/food processing a plus.

 

Hershey Creamery Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Hershey’s Ice Cream is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability.

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