Job Description

Job Description:

Mars Snacking- Maintenance Technician- Elizabethtown, PA

Pay: Based on experience between $36.52- $40.58/hour and $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 (Monday–Friday)
Weekend Shifts: 12-hour shifts (off every other weekend)

Future Shift 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 experience and/or technical 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 software's 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 experience between $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 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 company bonus.

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