The Hershey Company
Title: Production Operator - Memphis Plant
Location: Memphis, TN
Posted Date: Jan 8, 2026
Requisition Number: 127358
Anticipated Start Date: March 9th
Job Description The Hershey Company Memphis plant is a Non-Union plant producing products such as Ice Breakers, Breath Savers, and Good & Plenty, in a high-speed complex environment. Production is fast-paced and operators are expected to work in a variety of roles in processing and packaging within the plant. Operators are responsible for maintaining our highest quality of food safety standards, sanitation standards, performing daily audits, and completing daily production paperwork.
Pay Rate
Starting Payrate: $21.09/hr
Shift Differentials and Overtime Potential!
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
Currently we are offering a 8 hour shift; we require that you are flexible to work any shift, weekends, overtime, and some holidays
Schedule assignment upon hire is determined by plant needs. Once your training period begins, you will be assigned to a shift and/or schedule based on current plant need.
You will be eligible to bid on other jobs, schedules and shifts after being in your assigned position for one year.
Mandatory overtime could be daily or weekly (additional 4 hours on your 8-hour shift) and weekends (8 to 12-hour shifts).
Candidate Process
Applicants are required to take and pass a pre-hire assessment to schedule an interview (ensure you have access to a valid email)
Qualified candidates will receive an email to schedule for an onsite interview (ensure you have access to a valid email)
Post-Offer Drug Screen, Physical Assessment and Background Check required
Valid ID required
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Operate processing and/or packaging equipment
Operate a fork truck
Follow and interpret information from processes including performing various quality checks (i.e. metal detectors, date codes, and weight systems) and follow Autonomous Maintenance Programs (cleaning, inspecting, and lubricating equipment)
Observe all safety procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and good housekeeping practices
Minimum Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must possess a high school diploma/GED
Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English
Must be flexible to work any shift during a 24-hour period (1st, 2nd, 3rd) and any variation of shift length (8 hours or 12 hours)
Must be available to work weekends, holidays and overtime
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Must have the ability to understand and perform basic mathematics
Must possess basic computer knowledge with ability to find and enter information
Must be able to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and support staff
Must participate in problem resolution
Preferred Qualifications Experience in a manufacturing/food manufacturing environment including the following: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safe Quality Foods (SQF), Autonomous/Preventative Maintenance, Continuous Improvement, and Warehouse Management Systems such as SAP/LPR.
Physical Demands
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Work around operating equipment, stand, reach, stoop, crawl, bend and climb ladders
Work from heights and in confined spaces
Repetitive use of hands, wrists, and forearms
Work in variable temperatures (60-100 degrees Fahrenheit)
Walking and standing for the majority of the shift
Nearest Major Market: Memphis
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Location: Memphis, TN
Posted Date: Jan 8, 2026
Requisition Number: 127358
Anticipated Start Date: March 9th
Job Description The Hershey Company Memphis plant is a Non-Union plant producing products such as Ice Breakers, Breath Savers, and Good & Plenty, in a high-speed complex environment. Production is fast-paced and operators are expected to work in a variety of roles in processing and packaging within the plant. Operators are responsible for maintaining our highest quality of food safety standards, sanitation standards, performing daily audits, and completing daily production paperwork.
Pay Rate
Starting Payrate: $21.09/hr
Shift Differentials and Overtime Potential!
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
Currently we are offering a 8 hour shift; we require that you are flexible to work any shift, weekends, overtime, and some holidays
Schedule assignment upon hire is determined by plant needs. Once your training period begins, you will be assigned to a shift and/or schedule based on current plant need.
You will be eligible to bid on other jobs, schedules and shifts after being in your assigned position for one year.
Mandatory overtime could be daily or weekly (additional 4 hours on your 8-hour shift) and weekends (8 to 12-hour shifts).
Candidate Process
Applicants are required to take and pass a pre-hire assessment to schedule an interview (ensure you have access to a valid email)
Qualified candidates will receive an email to schedule for an onsite interview (ensure you have access to a valid email)
Post-Offer Drug Screen, Physical Assessment and Background Check required
Valid ID required
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Operate processing and/or packaging equipment
Operate a fork truck
Follow and interpret information from processes including performing various quality checks (i.e. metal detectors, date codes, and weight systems) and follow Autonomous Maintenance Programs (cleaning, inspecting, and lubricating equipment)
Observe all safety procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and good housekeeping practices
Minimum Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must possess a high school diploma/GED
Must be able to read, write, and comprehend English
Must be flexible to work any shift during a 24-hour period (1st, 2nd, 3rd) and any variation of shift length (8 hours or 12 hours)
Must be available to work weekends, holidays and overtime
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Must have the ability to understand and perform basic mathematics
Must possess basic computer knowledge with ability to find and enter information
Must be able to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and support staff
Must participate in problem resolution
Preferred Qualifications Experience in a manufacturing/food manufacturing environment including the following: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safe Quality Foods (SQF), Autonomous/Preventative Maintenance, Continuous Improvement, and Warehouse Management Systems such as SAP/LPR.
Physical Demands
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Work around operating equipment, stand, reach, stoop, crawl, bend and climb ladders
Work from heights and in confined spaces
Repetitive use of hands, wrists, and forearms
Work in variable temperatures (60-100 degrees Fahrenheit)
Walking and standing for the majority of the shift
Nearest Major Market: Memphis
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