System Technician (Day Shift)

Mars Petcare- Systems Technician- Columbus, OH

System Technicians are responsible for improving the safety, efficiency, and reliability of equipment through driving continuous improvement and defining and implementing new equipment and processes.

Shift Schedule:

Shift: 1st Shift

Schedule: Monday- Friday

Hours: 7am-3:30pm (Flexible pending business needs)

Must be available to be on call (more to discuss during interview process)

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education
• 3+ years' experience in a maintenance capacity within a manufacturing environment
• Previous experience troubleshooting, maintaining, testing and repairing electrical systems and equipment
• Proficient in software's including MS Office and email

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical Degree or certificate
• FDA Better Process Control certification
• Forklift operation certification
• Electrical experience: troubleshoot, test and repair single and 3 phase powered equipment, AC and DC controls systems, AC variable speed and servo drives, etc
• PLC installation, programming and/or troubleshooting experience
• Working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems and their controls
• Steel fabrication experience

Physical Requirements:

• 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

Key Responsibilities:

• Create, coordinate and maintain the preventive maintenance schedule and planned work orders for equipment.
• Identify recurring problems and develop solutions to reduce unplanned maintenance.
• Install, repair, troubleshoot, and test electrical systems and equipment.
• Train Shift Technicians on equipment maintenance.
• Continuously work to improve system reliability and collaborate with Project Engineers on designing new systems.
• Support Maintenance Department tasks using SAP, Weever, Microsoft apps, and participate in safety, housekeeping, and best practices.
• Handle any additional requests as needed.

Total Rewards:

• Starting Pay: Based on experience starting at $40.55/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