Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)

Mars Wrigley- Maintenance Technician - Elizabethtown, PA

Pay: Based on experience starting at $36.52+/ hour

This site manufactures DOVE Chocolate

Required Shift: 1st Shift: Monday- Friday 6:30 AM 3:00 PM (flexible pending business needs)

Description of Role: The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment in a fast paced, high production environment. Key responsibilities may include troubleshooting and servicing advanced pneumatic systems, basic hydraulic systems, AC/DC electrical systems, welding, fabrication, automation (PLC and instrumentation), machining, and mechanical systems across all process and packing equipment.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• 2+ years' work experience related to industrial maintenance
• Experience in Welding, Advanced Machinist Skills and/or fabrication
• Possess a fundamental understanding of Electrical systems and troubleshooting, Hydraulic, Pneumatic Schematics and/or Mechanical Drawings
• Willingness to develop required technical skills
• Proficient with computers software's included MS Office

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a technical discipline, preferably in Industrial Maintenance/Technology
• Technical/Trade Certification in: Welding, Advanced Machinist Skills, fabrication and blueprint interpretation
• Possess an advanced understanding of AC/DC Electrical (up to 480VAC 3 Phase), Hydraulic and Pneumatic Schematics and Mechanical Drawings in order to solve problems
• Possess PLC/Instrumentation troubleshooting skills

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs.) and frequent pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs.).
• Frequent handling/gripping/bending/twisting/stooping.
• Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, leaning over equipment.
• Ability to stand and / or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).
• Able to work in confined spaces
• Ability to read, write and understand English

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Troubleshooting, repairing and overhauling equipment within close tolerances.
• Advanced Pneumatic, Basic Hydraulic, AC/DC Electrical Systems, Automation (PLC and Instrumentation), Automation, Machining, and Mechanical Systems on all Process and Packaging Equipment (willing to train)
• Perform routine electrical and mechanical problem-solving on process & packaging equipment.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance (PM's) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) on Process & Packaging Equipment
• Support Operations in equipment setup, changeover and training of operators in Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities
• Accurately document Work Orders (WO) using Computerized Maintenance Management System (SAP-PPM Plant Maintenance)
• Active Engagement in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Theory and Concepts through participation in Pillar Teams, training fellow Technicians/Operators in Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities to include conducting Breakdown Analysis (BDA's)
• Understand and adhere to Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) Procedures, Confined Space Procedures and all other Plant Safety/Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements related to supporting machinery uptime
• Perform any adhoc requests as assigned

Total Rewards

• Starting Pay: Based on experience starting at $36.52/hour+
• 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 considered