At Russell Stover, not only do we love chocolate, but we love our jobs! Every day we go to work exhibiting our values of excellence, innovation, entrepreneurship, responsibility, and collaboration. Working at Russell Stover you'll be part of the leading manufacturer of boxed, seasonal, and sugar-free chocolates. For over 100 years, Russell Stover Chocolates, Whitman's, and Pangburn's have been crafted with the finest ingredients to bring happiness to generations. Today, we produce over 55 million pounds of chocolate annually, and our legacy brands can be found in 13 company-owned stores and over 9,000 wholesale accounts. Join our team and let's continue making chocolate lovers happy!
A day in the life...
As a Fabricator in the maintenance department, you will play a key role on our production team as a detail-oriented and experienced Fabricator. In this position, you will assemble metal parts and structures by cutting, welding, and shaping materials according to blueprints and job orders. Your strong mechanical skills and commitment to safety will be essential to your success.
What you will be doing...
- Reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and work orders.
- Cutting, shaping, and assembling metal parts using hand tools, welding equipment, and machinery.
- Inspecting and measuring materials and finished products for quality and accuracy.
- Maintaining a clean and safe work environment by following safety guidelines.
- Repairing or replacing defective components as needed.
- Collaborating with team members to meet production deadlines.
- Operating machinery such as shears, brakes, and welders.
- Maintaining tools and equipment in good working condition.
- Adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure product quality and maintain compliance with food safety standards.
- Completing and following FSQA training and programs to comply with regulatory requirements, ensuring consumer safety, and supporting the plant's food safety and quality objectives.
- Promptly reporting and taking appropriate action on any observed or potential food safety hazards, processing deviations, or non-conformities by notifying the designated plant supervisor, in accordance with your role and responsibilities.
- Actively contributing to the continuous improvement of the company's Food Safety Culture through engagement and actions aligned with your role.
This job posting is not all inclusive and other duties may be assigned.
Do you have what it takes?
(Basic Qualifications)
- High school diploma or GED.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently, with or without an accommodation.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
- Strong knowledge of metal fabrication processes and techniques.
- Proficient with welding (MIG, TIG, or ARC) and cutting tools.
- Excellent hand-eye coordination and physical stamina.
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Familiarity with safety standards and personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Do you stand above the rest?
(Preferred Qualifications)
- 2-3 years of experience in fabrication or a related field.
- Technical training in welding or machining.
- Welding or fabrication certifications (e.g., from the American Welding Society - AWS).
- Experience using Fusion 360 or similar CAD/CAM software for fabrication or mechanical design.
Experience Life at Russell Stover Plants!
- Safety First: Your well-being is our top priority, and we've got you covered with protective gear. On day one, you'll dive into Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) training, and we'll keep you on your toes with daily safety tips to ensure you're always in the know!
- Surroundings: Get ready to work alongside a variety of equipment like automated packing machines, forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and those irresistible chocolate candy banks/steels - it's a dynamic environment where every day brings something new!
- Active & Engaging Work: Whether you're on your feet for extended periods, moving around, climbing ladders, or lifting up to 50 lbs, there's never a dull moment. This is a place where you'll stay on the move!
- Comfortable Climate: In most roles, you will be comfortable year-round with our climate-controlled environment.
- Appealing Smells: The air is filled with sweet aromas of chocolate, and by the time your shift ends, you might just leave smelling like chocolate!
- Dress to Impress (Food Safety Style): A simple yet important dress code ensures safety and hygiene, following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to keep everything running smoothly.
- Allergens: You will be exposed to a variety of ingredients that may be considered food allergens.
At Russell Stover Chocolates, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our community. Russell Stover Chocolates is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace.
We provide equal employment opportunities to all people without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Employment by Russell Stover Chocolates is contingent upon I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, passing the urinalysis drug screen, education verification, and satisfactory reference and background checks.
Make Happy. Work Happy.
Russell Stover Chocolates, LLC
Dec 01, 2025