Maintenance Technician

Mars Wrigley- Maintenance Technician- Elizabethtown, PAPay starting at $36.52- $40.58/hour (based on experience) and $1.50/hour shift premium. This site manufactures Dove Chocolate.Current Shift Schedule:4-Shift Rotation: Rotates between:4th Shift: Week Off3rd Shift: 10:30 PM – 7:00 AM2nd Shift: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM1st Shift: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PMWeekday Shifts: 8-hour shifts (Monday–Friday)Weekend Shifts: 12-hour shifts (off every other weekend)Future Shift Schedule:2026: Transition to fixed shifts (in process)Additional information will be provided 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 or GEDMinimum 2 years of relevant industrial maintenance experience and/or Technical degree or trade certificationFundamental understanding of electrical systems and troubleshootingUnderstanding of hydraulic and/or pneumatic schematicsCommitment to develop and enhance required technical skills.Proficient in computer software's (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 hoursCapable of working in hot, cold and wet conditionsProficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English.Ability to read, write and understand EnglishPreferred Qualifications:Associate degree in a technical discipline or technical trade certificationPrevious food manufacturing experienceFabrication and welding experiencePLC/Instrumentation troubleshooting skillsWhat will be your key responsibilities?Perform routine electrical and mechanical problem-solving on 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 equipmentSupport 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 assignedTotal Rewards:Starting Pay: Based on experience starting at $36.52- 40.58+ /hourShift Differential: $1.50/hourAnnual Bonus and Merit IncreasesBenefits Starting Day One:Medical, Vision, and DentalUp to 6% 401(k) matchVacation timeTuition reimbursementShort/Long-Term Disability18 weeks parental leave