Facilities Technician- Bluffton Plant

Facilities Technician- Bluffton Plant

Posted Date : Oct 5, 2025

Requisition Number : 126566

Location : Bluffton, IN

We are mixing up something new in Bluffton, IN. This is an exciting time to join our team. We hold ourselves to the highest quality standards. Our foundation is built on relationships. We believe in our employees and lead by example. The Hershey Salty Snacks brands have seen an enormous amount of growth, including our Dot's Pretzels and Pirate's Booty puffcorn products, so we are looking for employees to become a part of our team in the Bluffton, IN location.

Pay :

Weekly pay

$500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates

Total Rewards :

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision) starting day 30
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• $1000 referral bonus
• Paid Time off

Shift :

• Monday- Friday 5am-2 : 30pm

Candidate Process :

Please note- communication will be through phone, email, and text. Ensure you have access to a valid email address

• Qualified applicants will receive a phone call to schedule an onsite interview
• Post Offer background check, drug screen, and physical assessment required

Job Summary

Responsible for repairing and maintaining the facilities and grounds to provide a safe, clean working environment for all team members.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of skilled work involving various repair activities including basic plumbing, electric, carpentry, sheet rock, paint, grounds work, etc.
• Adhere to all established safety regulations and report unsafe conditions to immediate supervisor
• Repair and maintain the facility and grounds and when required and assist with production and other support related activities
• Construct, finish, and maintain systems related to the facility and grounds
• Typical tasks performed would include but not limited to : repair / replace ceiling tiles, move / assemble office furniture, patch minor wall damage, paint and repair / replace wall boards, building painting projects, replace light bulbs in facility, replace filters in air handling units and other office environment tup projects
• Assist with overall facility 5S Program
• Assist with other repair type functions when normal job tasks are low.

Minimum Qualifications :

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
• 2 years experience in previous or similar position.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred
• Self-supervised and the ability to solve problems and provide timely updates on projects
• Good mechanical aptitude and the ability to handle multiple projects at the same time
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interpret basic wiring schematics, office and department layout plans, and mechanical drawings
• Strong familiarity with carpentry, repair work, and typical handyman skills.
• Candidate must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be in good physical condition to perform the tasks assigned :

• Occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Able to lift with both hands and lift overhead with both hands.
• Stand, walk, climb, and reach with both hands and arms, bend and twist.
• Agility of both hands and all fingers to push, pull, grasp, touch and feel.
• Visual acuity and hand / eye coordination.
• Talk / communicate and hear.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Work environment conditions may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to eye safety glasses, side shields, steel toe or composite toe shoes, hearing protectors and hair nets.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by team members assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications or working conditions.