Mechatronics Technician II - Annville Fulfillment Center

About the job

Why Hershey:

At The Hershey Company, our culture is rooted in purpose and inspired by Milton Hershey’s enduring vision that business should create opportunity for others. Through our commitment to corporate philanthropy, we create positive impact by supporting communities, helping children thrive, and operating as a business for good. This includes our deep and long standing partnership with Milton Hershey School, where we invest in education, workforce readiness, and hands on engagement to help students succeed beyond the classroom. Supported by strategic grantmaking, product donations, cross brand collaboration, and strong employee volunteerism, Hershey offers a place to work where making a difference—locally and globally—is part of how we do business every day.

Job Location: Annville, PA

Position Type: Hourly

Sign-On Bonus: $4000

About the Facility:  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 Rates:

$42.64 per hour $1.00 per hour shift premium for 2nd and/or 3rd shift $4,000 sign on bonus OT Potential 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 Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability

Shifts:

Current hiring need is on 2nd shift (Monday - Friday 2:30 PM - 10:30 PM) and 3rd shift (Monday - Friday 10:30 PM - 6:30 AM) Flexibility to work alternate shifts, weekends, overtime, and holidays is required Schedule assignments upon hire are determined by plant needs

Candidate Process:

Written mechanical and electrical skills assessments Onsite interview for successful assessment candidates Post-offer Drug Screen and Background Check required

Summary:

Join our maintenance team at Hershey’s state-of-the-art fulfillment center in Annville, PA. The facility plays a critical role in strategic growth, leveraging advanced technology and expanding capabilities for customer growth. Work with Hershey leadership and 3PL partners to maintain equipment reliability and drive innovation.

Responsibilities:

Install, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and monitor electrical and mechanical automated systems Complete accurate, timely, and thorough job documentation Read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical diagrams Maintain continuous system operation and respond to machine alarms Collaborate with external suppliers and internal teams Cross-train peers and update system manuals Serve as Hershey Maintenance representative on the production floor Propose and implement corrective actions and continuous improvements Utilize SAP for maintenance tasks and documentation

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

3–5+ years of maintenance experience in military or industrial settings, ideally within complex manufacturing environments Strong troubleshooting skills (mechanical & electrical) Familiarity with Allen Bradley PLCs and Studio 5000 (preferred) Ability to read schematics, blueprints, and technical diagrams Proficiency in Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new systems Associate’s Degree or Technical Certificate in Mechatronics or related field (preferred) Ability to lift up to 100 pounds with a team and perform physical tasks Requires successful completion of pre-employment skills assessments

Work Environment:

Climate-controlled food manufacturing facility Safety-first culture with Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) procedures Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) required

Assessment Requirements: To ensure the highest standards of maintenance proficiency, all applicants must successfully complete a maintenance-specific skills assessment. This assessment is required for further consideration for the position. If you require a reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact a Talent Professional at 1-877-804-1794 or ApplicationHelp@hersheys.com. Internal applicants should submit a ticket in the HR Support Center askhr@hersheys.com. Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug testing and background check consistent with The Hershey Company's Employment Policies. Background checks include but are not limited to the following: education verification, employment verification, criminal check, social security number verification.

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.

You may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application process as a result of a disability.  You can request an accommodation via phone or email. To request an accommodation via phone, please call +1 877-804-1794 and leave a voicemail with your contact information.  You may also email a request for accommodation to ApplicationHelp@hersheys.com. Please be sure to include “Accommodation Needed” in the subject line. This will ensure that your email is routed to the appropriate contact who will handle your request.