R&D Production 2 - Part Time

Job Location:

Hershey, PA Technical Center Summary:

The main function of this role is to provide hands-on support with lab and pilot plant tasks in support of Innovation projects and other technical initiatives. This role includes measuring and batching ingredients, packaging/labeling samples, sorting samples, working in a lab environment, working in a pilot manufacturing environment, and cleaning and organizing equipment and spaces utilized for experimentation and development. Individuals in this role must be able to work basic lab and pilot plant equipment and follow all human/food safety protocols and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). This role will support technical leads across all of R&D and require good listening skills and the ability to follow verbal and written instructions. As a Continuous Part Time (CPT) employee, hours worked will depend on needs of the organization.

Summary of major duties:

Project support: Support standard experimental work in the laboratory and pilot plant to prepare and package products. Assist with pilot plant scale up testing by readying ingredients, packaging materials, using processing equipment, and assisting with setup and post-test cleanup. Provide support to produce samples for sale and other large production runs that occur in the Technical Center.

Lab maintenance:

Support the organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of team laboratory workspaces. Support inventory management of ingredients and supplies. Support regulatory compliance through entry of ingredient/packaging information in the lot tracking database.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Education:

High School diploma or GED. Post high school training or technical/professional certification preferred.

Experience:

Laboratory, consumer goods production, or commercial kitchen experience preferred. Basic computer skills including keyboarding, using web browsers, and email communication preferred. Must own a smart phone. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be able to stand for 7 hours. #LI-MH1 #LI-Onsite 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. R D Production 2 - Part Time (part of Hershey Trust Company) 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars Hershey, PA Part-time The Hershey Company 1,505 reviews

Part-time Job Location:

Hershey, PA Technical Center Summary:

The main function of this role is to provide hands-on support with lab and pilot plant tasks in support of Innovation projects and other technical initiatives. This role includes measuring and batching ingredients, packaging/labeling samples, sorting samples, working in a lab environment, working in a pilot manufacturing environment, and cleaning and organizing equipment and spaces utilized for experimentation and development. Individuals in this role must be able to work basic lab and pilot plant equipment and follow all human/food safety protocols and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). This role will support technical leads across all of R D and require good listening skills and the ability to follow verbal and written instructions. As a Continuous Part Time (CPT) employee, hours worked will depend on needs of the organization.

Summary of major duties:

Project support: Support standard experimental work in the laboratory and pilot plant to prepare and package products. Assist with pilot plant scale up testing by readying ingredients, packaging materials, using processing equipment, and assisting with setup and post-test cleanup. Provide support to produce samples for sale and other large production runs that occur in the Technical Center.

Lab maintenance:

Support the organization, cleanliness, and sanitation of team laboratory workspaces. Support inventory management of ingredients and supplies. Support regulatory compliance through entry of ingredient/packaging information in the lot tracking database.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Education:

High School diploma or GED. Post high school training or technical/professional certification preferred.

Experience:

Laboratory, consumer goods production, or commercial kitchen experience preferred. Basic computer skills including keyboarding, using web browsers, and email communication preferred. Must own a smart phone. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be able to stand for 7 hours. #LI-MH1 #LI-Onsite 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.