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PTEC Machine Operator

$37k to $52k

Hammond, LA, United StatesFull-timePosted Oct 15, 2026

Against the United States typical range

Job description

12-Hour shifts: 3pm to 3am every Monday - Thursday, plus Fridays on call

Pay DOE, $18 - $25

Chilly Air Conditioning

Weekly Pay

Overtime Likely

Opportunities for Advancement

Elmer Chocolate is the oldest family-owned chocolate company in America. Our factory in Ponchatoula is the 2nd-largest manufacturer of Valentine boxed chocolate in North America.

• Medical, Dental, & Vision plans for the entire family

• Paid vacation

• 401k plan

• Monthly employee appreciation events

• Free chocolate

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 18 years old & pass a drug screen

• Reliable transportation

• Dependable attendance

• Ability to follow & read instructions

• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed

• PTEC associate degree preferred

BASIC JOB TASKS (EXPERIENCE PREFERRED)

• Operate, monitor, and adjust automated processes during the candy making procedure.

• Operate and adjust parameters on HMI (Human Machine Interface)

• Troubleshoot and correct minor malfunctions

• Load & Unload candy trays & counter molds

• Operate CIP Equipment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand & walk for long periods of time

• Ability to stoop, bend, reach, use force, carry, push/pull, and lift <50 lbs. occasionally

• Ability to apply manual dexterity and specified visual acuity

• Some areas require PPE & may cause occasional exposure to higher temperatures

Elmer Chocolate is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees in accordance with all applicable laws.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Description copied from Elmerchocolate's careers page. Read the full posting before you apply.

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