Maintenance Technician (5k Sign On Bonus)

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 understand ing 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 K ey R esponsibilities?

• 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.