Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from The Hershey Company
Job overview
The Sr Manager Technical Assurance at The Hershey Company Lancaster plant leads the reliability and continuous improvement of manufacturing assets and infrastructure, managing engineering, maintenance, and utility teams to support high-speed production of licorice products.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves leading site capital planning, managing engineering and maintenance teams, ensuring asset reliability through preventative maintenance, overseeing facility and utility operations, and contributing to plant senior leadership for strategic development.
Experience and skills
Requires a B.S. in Engineering or related science, 10+ years in manufacturing engineering, leadership experience, knowledge of TPM, SAP, food safety, and problem-solving skills; a Master's or MBA and food/beverage industry experience are preferred.
Company information
The Hershey Company operates a non-union Lancaster plant producing licorice products like Twizzlers and Jolly Rancher Ropes in a high-speed environment.
Team overview
The candidate will lead site technical resources including engineering, maintenance, information systems, facility, and utility personnel, plus manage third-party technical labor.
Job location and travel
The position is located at The Hershey Company plant in Lancaster, PA.
Unique job features
This senior leadership role uniquely combines technical asset management with strategic plant leadership in a major consumer packaged goods company.
Company overview
The Hershey Company, commonly known as Hershey's, is a leading American manufacturer of chocolate and confectionery products. Founded in 1894 by Milton S. Hershey, the company generates revenue through the production and sale of iconic brands like Hershey's Kisses, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, and Kit Kat. Hershey's has a rich history of innovation and philanthropy, including the establishment of the Milton Hershey School. The company continues to expand its portfolio with acquisitions and a focus on sustainable and ethical sourcing practices.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your leadership in managing technical teams and driving asset reliability in a high-speed manufacturing environment, focusing on engineering, maintenance, and utilities management at scale.
Emphasize your experience with capital planning, project development and execution, budget management, and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with manufacturing and facility operations.
Apply through The Hershey Company’s corporate careers site and LinkedIn to maximize your chances, as these platforms are actively used for recruitment of senior management roles.
Connect with professionals in Hershey’s Lancaster plant or technical assurance division on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent Hershey product innovations or asking about their approach to asset reliability and continuous improvement.
Optimize your resume for ATS by integrating keywords such as 'asset reliability,' 'capital plan management,' 'preventative maintenance,' 'project execution,' 'budget oversight,' and 'technical leadership' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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