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Packaging Machine Operator - Plymouth, IN

The Hershey Company
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Nov 2025
💰 $43,000/yr

About the role

Location: Plymouth, IN 

 

We are mixing up something new in Plymouth, IN. This is an exciting time to join our team. We hold ourselves to the highest of quality standards. Each bag of Dot’s Pretzels tastes as if they were made straight from the home kitchen of Dot herself. Our foundation is built on relationships. We are family. We believe in our employees and lead by example. The Dot’s Pretzels brand has seen an enormous amount of growth, so we are looking for employees to become a part of our team in the Plymouth, IN location. 

 

Pay: 

  • Starting at $21.50/hr 

  • Bi-weekly pay 

  • $500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates 

 

Total Rewards: 

  • Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) starting day 1 

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan 

  • Paid Time off 

 

Shifts: 

  •  Day shifts available 

  • 12-hour shifts (6am-6pm)  

  • Plant operates on various schedules (schedule assignment determined by candidate preference and plant needs): 

  • 2-2-3 schedule: 2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off rotation. Working 3-4 days/week (One week: Sun, Wed, Thurs Next week: Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat). 

 

Candidate Process: 

Please note- communication will be through phone, email, and text. Ensure you have access to a valid email address 

  • Candidates are required to take and pass an online pre-hire assessment  

  • Qualified applicants will receive a phone call to schedule an onsite interview  

  • Post Offer background check and drug screen required 

 

Summary: 

As a Packaging Machine Operator (PMO), you'll be responsible for setting up, overseeing and maintaining the packaging machines to ensure proper quality and packaging of the finished product. This includes housekeeping, assisting other PMO’s and Supervisors to run the department efficiently and effectively, and completing sanitation duties. Assist in troubleshooting, training, and basic maintenance tasks. 

 

Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Follow company GMPs 

  • Check gram weight on Ishida operation terminal 

  • Clear weigher faults 

  • Keep all formers and film off the floor 

  • Empty machines when shutting down 

  • Operate video jet printers and change printer ribbon when needed 

  • Perform timely changeovers 

  • Tear down and set up machine 

  • Operate fastback systems, weighers, and packing equipment 

  • Ensure all required paperwork is completed 

  • Ensure all bags are running correct weights 

  • Ensure all bags are in registration, both in cutoff and side to side registration 

  • Ensure all bags are code-dated properly with both price and date legible and in proper position on face of bag 

  • Ensure bags are sealed properly and that bag appearance is acceptable 

  • Add/remove air from bags and ensure proper air fill 

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