Electrical Controls Specialist - Hazleton Plant
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Salary$41/hr
LocationHazle Township, PA, US
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Experience4+ yrs
EquityIncluded
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 19, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live22h ago
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Minimum of two years' education in electrical technology or minimum of four years of recent experience in maintenance of control equipment and instrumentation used in manufacturing control systems
High School Diploma or GED
Flexible to work all shifts including 12-hour rotational schedule
Available to work weekends, holidays, and overtime including up to 30 minutes prior to end of shift
Basic computer skills
Read and comprehend electrical and instrumentation drawings
Competence with Allen-Bradley programmable logic controllers (PLC, ControlLogix families)
Competence with Human/Machine Interfaces (HMIs) such as AB PanelView, FactoryTalk View, Intellution FIX, and Wonderware
Troubleshoot PLC programs and make programming changes when required
Understanding of industrial power circuits, installation practices, and general OSHA Safety practices
Ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate instrumentation such as temperature sensors, pressure sensors, pressure switches, temperature switches, weighing systems, in-line analyzers, valve actuators and positioners
Ability to install, maintain, and troubleshoot motor control systems including VFDs, servos, and robotic systems
Understanding of networking protocols and hardware (switches, routers, firewalls)
Abide by Good Manufacturing Practices as related to working in a food manufacturing facility
Experience with standard Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook
Regularly required to work around operating equipment, stand, reach, stoop, crawl, bend, and climb stairs/steps
Must pass pre-hire written mechanical skills assessment
Experience in a food manufacturing environment
SAP experience
Good attendance is very important
At least 18 years of age
Authorized to work in the United States
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
Must pass drug screen and background check post-offer
Skills
Allen-Bradley PLC
ControlLogix
PanelView HMI
FactoryTalk View
Intellution FIX
Wonderware
VFDs
servos
robotic systems
Microsoft Office
Word
Excel
Access
Outlook
SAP
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Employee stock purchase plan
Life insurance
Short term disability
Long term disability
Sign on bonus
Overtime pay
About the company
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.
About the role
Job Location: Hazle Township, PA
Position Type: Hourly
Benefits
Sign-On Bonus: $10,000
About the Facility: The Hershey Company, Hazleton Plant, in Hazle Township, PA is a Union plant manufacturing products such as Cadbury Caramello Bars, Cadbury Mini Eggs, Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bars, Hershey’s Milk Chocolate with Almonds Bars, Hershey’s Special Dark Bars, Hershey’s Candy Coated Eggs, and Kit Kat, in a high-speed complex environment.
Pay:
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Starting pay rate $40.86/hour
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$0.45 differential pay/hour for 2nd and 3rd shift (8 hour) and $0.60 differential pay/hour for 12-hour night shift
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$10,000 Sign-On Bonus
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Overtime Potential
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Manufacturing Incentive Plan Eligible
Total Rewards:
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Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) - Starting Day 1!
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401(k) Retirement Plan – with generous company match
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Hershey Employee Stock Purchase Program
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Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
Shifts:
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You will be assigned to either the Traditional Work Schedule (TWS) or the Continuous Operations Schedule (COS).
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Traditional Work Schedule (TWS): Regular schedule is 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday. (1st shift: 6:50am-3:00pm, 2nd shift: 2:50pm-11:00pm and 3rd shift: 10:50pm-7:00am). Mandatory overtime could be weekly (scheduled for 12 hours/day, Monday through Friday), daily (additional 4 hours on your 8-hour shift) and weekends (8 to 12-hour shifts) which could be assigned up to 30 minutes prior to the end of the shift.
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Continuous Operations Schedule (COS): Rotation of 2-2-3 days on/off, with every other weekend off. You will be eligible for 1 mandated day in a 2-week period.
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New hires may be assigned to a Night COS shift or 2nd/3rd TWS shift but must be flexible to work any shift during the training period.
Candidate Process:
Please note: Communications will be through e-mail and text. Ensure you have access to a valid e-mail
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Candidates are required to take and pass a pre-hire written mechanical skills assessment to schedule an interview
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Post-Offer: Drug Screen and Background Check required
Summary:
The qualified applicant must have a minimum of two (2) years’ education in electrical technology or a minimum of four (4) years of recent experience in the maintenance of control equipment and instrumentation used in manufacturing control systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Read and comprehend electrical and instrumentation drawings.
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Competence with Allen-Bradley programmable logic controllers (PLC, and ControlLogix families), Human/Machine Interfaces (HMIs) such as AB PanelView, FactoryTalk View, Intellution FIX, and Wonderware.
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Troubleshoot PLC programs and be able to make programming changes when required.
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Understanding of industrial power circuits, installation practices, and general OSHA Safety practices.
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Ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate instrumentation such as temperature sensors, pressure sensors, pressure switches, temperature switches, weighing systems, in-line analyzers, valve actuators and positioners.
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Ability to install, maintain, and troubleshoot motor control systems including VFDs, servos, and robotic systems.
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Understanding of networking protocols and hardware (switches, routers, firewalls).
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Abide by Good Manufacturing Practices as related to working in a food manufacturing facility.
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Experience with standard Microsoft Office software such as Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook is required.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Must be at least 18 years of age
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Must have a High School Diploma or GED
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Must be flexible to work all shifts - eligible to be placed on a 12-hour rotational schedule
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Must be available to work weekends, holidays and overtime, which at times may be up to 30 minutes prior to the end of the shift.
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Must be authorized to work in the United States
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Must have minimum of two (2) years education in electrical technology or a minimum of four (4) years of recent experience in the maintenance of control equipment and instrumentation used in manufacturing control systems.
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Must have basic computer skills
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience in a food manufacturing environment
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SAP experience
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Good attendance is very important
Physical Demands:
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Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
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Regularly required to work around operating equipment, stand, reach, stoop, crawl, bend, and climb stairs/steps
Working Conditions:
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Work will be performed within a food manufacturing facility
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The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required to include but not limited to safety toe shoes/boots, ear plugs, safety glasses/goggles, hard hats, hair nets, hooded hair restraints, and gloves
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Wearing company issued uniforms is a requirement
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 [email protected]. Internal applicants should submit a ticket in the HR Support Center [email protected]. 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.
Legal
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 [email protected]. 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.