The purpose of a Maintenance Technician is to maintain conditions of operating equipment. Repair or replacement of failed components, the ability to troubleshoot unknown issues with equipment, and make adjustments to centerline operational output of assigned equipment. Perform mechanical and electrical P.M.s on various manufacturing and packaging equipment and electrical panels. Document WO’s/PM using a computerized maintenance management system. Troubleshooting and repairing routine electrical and mechanical problems on assigned equipment, conducting preventative maintenance, and supporting Operations in equipment setup and changeover.

What are we looking for?

Minimum:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Possess a fundamental understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics and mechanical drawings to solve problems promptly.
• Ability to troubleshoot AC/DC electrical components including motor starters, switches, and sensors found on all assigned equipment using basic test equipment such as multi-meters and amp probes.
• Ability to troubleshoot basic pneumatic and mechanical drive systems at the component level on all assigned equipment; i.e. sorting systems and palletizing robots.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed to support production needs and to conduct multi-task work in a very fast-paced work environment
• Willingness to develop required technical skills in welding, basic machinist, and fabrication/layout skill sets.

Preferred:

• Associate's degree in a technical discipline, preferably in Industrial Maintenance/Technology.
• Possess an advanced understanding of AC/DC electrical (up to 480 volt 3 phase), hydraulic and pneumatic schematics, and mechanical drawings to solve problems promptly.
• Possess PLC/ Instrumentation troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge/Experience
• Technical degree/trade certification or 2 years or equivalent manufacturing technician experience required.
• Successful completion of Mars Apprenticeship Program or Co-op.

What will be your key responsibilities?

Own PM systems for the Line, focusing on Maintenance Planning and Scheduling and Breakdown Elimination DMSs.

Drives results in Planned and Unplanned Downtime, and owns:

Maintain & Repair costs for the line

Planned Maintenance and PM compliance

Breakdown reduction

• Technical expert of related equipment and discuss coach, and train technicians and operators on this equipment.
• Owns Anomaly Handling DMS
• Makes business decisions based on quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
• Participates in the development and owns portions of the Line's 90-day loss-elimination plans.
• Represent the maintenance team in the daily FMOS meetings. Provides performance data for selected machines and communicates action plans and completed work effectively.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose-driven company, where we’re 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 a company bonus.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.