Maintenance Technician (5k Sign On Bonus)

Mars Snacking- Maintenance Technician- Elizabethtown PA

• Pay: Based on experience between $36.52- $40.58/hourand $1.50/hour shift premium

• Sign On Bonus: $5K

• This site manufactures Dove Chocolate

Current Shift Schedule

• 4-Shift Rotation:Rotates between:

• 4th Shift: Week Off

• 3rd Shift: 10:30 PM 7:00 AM

• 2nd Shift: 2:30 PM 11:00 PM

• 1st Shift: 6:30 AM 3:00 PM

• Weekday Shifts:8-hour shifts (MondayFriday)

• Weekend Shifts:12-hour shifts (off every other weekend)

FutureShift Schedule (2027):

• Transition to 12-hour day or night fixed shifts(more will be discussed during the interview process)

Description of Role:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment in a fast-paced high-production environment while effectively prioritizing multiple mechanical electrical and administrative tasks. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting and servicing advanced pneumatic systems basic hydraulic systems AC/DC electrical systems automation (PLC and instrumentation) machining and mechanical systems across all process and packaging equipment.

What are we looking for
Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma GED or equivalent education

• 2 years of relevant industrial maintenance experienceand/ortechnical degree or trade certification

• Fundamental understanding of electrical systems and troubleshooting

• Understanding of hydraulic and/or pneumatic schematics

• Commitment to develop and enhance required technical skills

• Proficient in computer softwares including MS Office and email

Physical Requirements:

• Can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)

• Frequent bending stooping twisting handling and gripping.

• Ability to work at elevated heights climb stairs lean over equipment and operate in confined spaces.

• Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods with shifts lasting 12 hours

• Capable of working in hot cold and wet conditions

• Proficient in understanding communicating reading and writing in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a technical discipline or technical trade certification

• Previous food manufacturing experience

• Fabrication and welding experience

• PLC/Instrumentation troubleshooting skills

What will be your Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine electrical and mechanical problem-solving process and packaging equipment.

• Troubleshoot repair and overhaul equipment with precision maintaining close tolerances.

• Conduct Preventative Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) on process and packaging equipment

• Support Operations with equipment setup changeovers and training operators in Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities.

• Accurately document Work Orders (WO) using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (SAP-PPM Plant Maintenance).

• Actively engage in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles by participating in Pillar Teams and training fellow Technicians and Operators in AM activities including conducting Breakdown Analysis (BDA).

• Comply with Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures Confined Space protocols and all Plant Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure machinery uptime and workplace safety.

• Perform any additional ad hoc tasks as assigned

Total Rewards

• Starting Pay:Based on experiencebetween $36.52- 40.58 /hour

• Shift Differential:$1.50/hour

• Sign on Bonus: $5K

• Annual Bonus and Merit Increases

• Benefits Starting Day One:

• Medical Vision and Dental

• Up to 6% 401(k) match

• Vacation time

• Tuition reimbursement

• Short/Long-Term Disability

• 18 weeks parental leave

• Relocation will not be offered for this role

Allergies:This is a peanut FREE facility

What can you expect from Mars

• Work with diverse and talented Associates all guided by the Five Principles.

• Join a purpose driven company where were striving to build the world we want tomorrow today.

• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one including access to our in-house Mars University.

• An industry competitive salary and benefits package including company bonus.