Mechatronics Technician II - Annville Fulfillment Center

Job Location:  Annville, PA
Position Type:  Hourly 
Sign-On Bonus:  $4000
 

Now hiring at Hershey’s first digitally integrated facility: the Annville Fulfillment Center!  The AFC is a non-union facility, specializing in the assortment bagging of Hershey’s candy in a complex, high-speed environment.  The site began operations in 2021 and we are ready to grow our team of mechatronic technicians as we enter the next phase of our operation. 

Pay:

$38.77 per hour
$1.00 per hour shift premium for 2nd and/or 3rd shift 
OT Potential!
$4000 Sign-On Bonus!
Manufacturing Incentive Plan (MIP) Eligible
 

Total Rewards:
 

· Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision)—Starting Day 1! 
· 401(k) Retirement Plan – with generous company match
· Hershey Stock Purchase Program
· Tuition Reimbursement
· Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability

Shifts:
 

· Current hiring need for the Mechatronic Tech II is on 2nd shift (Monday-Friday 2:30 pm -10:30 pm) or 3rd Shift (Sunday-Thursday 10:30 pm - 6:30 am)
· Schedule assignments upon hire are determined by plant needs.  
· Regular schedule is 8-hour shifts Monday through Friday,  Any mandatory overtime will be communicated and could be weekly based on operational needs.  OT will not exceed 12 hours on any day.
· Flexibility to work alternate shifts, weekends, overtime, and holidays is required. 

Candidate Process: 
 

· Qualified applicants will be required to complete a written mechanical and electrical skills assessment.
· Those who successfully complete both the written mechanical and electrical skills assessment will be invited for an onsite interview.
· Post-Offer Drug Screen and Background Check required.
 

Summary:

This role is an opportunity to join our maintenance team at Hershey’s newest, state-of-the-art fulfillment center in Annville, PA.  The facility will play a critical role in the company’s strategic growth objectives leveraging advanced technology and expanding capabilities for customer growth. You’ll work under the guidance of Hershey leadership and team-up with our 3PL partners to maintain and set the standards for equipment reliability throughout the facility. Come prepared to work hard and have fun starting up and maintaining this state-of-the-art facility.  If you’re passionate about creating the future, we would like to talk to you!  The Mechatronics Maintenance Technician I provides technical support for automated equipment in Hershey’s Annville Fulfillment Center to ensure systems are running at peak efficiency with maximum uptime. 
 

Responsibilities:
 

Troubleshoot and Maintain Equipment
 

• Install, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and monitor electrical and mechanical automated systems with limited supervision
• Complete accurate, timely, and thorough job documentation according to Hershey protocols
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical diagrams, including complex automated system drawings
• Maintain continuous system operation by adjusting, repairing, replacing, or modifying automation/robotic system components
• Maintain software, documentation, and equipment to the latest revision or operational specifications
• Monitors automated system machine performance checking for trends and potential issues.   Respond to machine alarms as they occur.  Troubleshoot and identify the root cause and correct as needed
• Collaborate with external suppliers in support of repairs and upgrades
• Cross-train peers to follow optimal process procedures
• Update system manuals and maintenance & operating procedures
• Working safely should be a priority and teaching those good habits to your peers is a requirement
• Serve as the Hershey Maintenance representative on the production floor, communicating with Hershey and third-party leadership to maximize machine uptime and reduce process related issues
   

Continuous Improvement 
 

• Propose and implement appropriate, timely, cost-effective corrective actions and continuous process improvements.  Validate the effectiveness of changes through KPI monitoring
• Work with Reliability Leads, Controls Specialists and Engineers to fine tune the facility for maximum efficiency
   

Maintenance Systems and Procedures
 

• Utilize the SAP system to create maintenance work requests, verify equipment parts, assign time and materials to work orders and complete any outstanding tasks assigned in the system.  
• Accountable for supporting continuous improvement efforts, including defect handling and breakdown elimination