Autonomous Maintenance Technician

Mars, Incorporated; Bolton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food production seeks an Autonomous Maintenance Technician for their Bolton plant. This role focuses on implementing Maintenance & Reliability initiatives, coaching operators, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong engineering background, leadership capabilities, and a passion for problem-solving.

Benefits

Medical, Vision & Dental coverage

Annual merit pay increase based on performance

Tuition reimbursement and Mars University

Paid time off - 160 hours

Life insurance and disability coverage

Qualifications

• Experience with MSE/TPM programs, specifically Autonomous Maintenance.
• Six Sigma problem solving (Green Belt or higher preferred).
• Strong problem-solving skills, effective leadership and coaching ability.

Responsibilities

• Transfer technical knowledge to the operations team and upskill operators for MSE program activities.
• Support AWT in creating AM-related documentation.
• Participate actively in AWT teams.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Leadership

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or sciences

Job description

Job Description:

Company: Mars Food - Bolton, ON

Title: Autonomous Maintenance Technician

What do we manufacture? BEN'S ORIGINAL Ready to Heat products

Job Purpose:

The Autonomous Maintenance Technician will be responsible for deploying the AM program at the Bolton Foods Plant. They will work closely with Pillar members, Autonomous Work Teams, and cross-functional support to embed sustainable practices of Area & Equipment ownership within the Operation.

What are we looking for?

• Experience with MSE/TPM programs, specifically Autonomous Maintenance
• Six Sigma problem solving (Green Belt or higher preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or sciences preferred
• Strong problem-solving skills, effective leadership and coaching ability, high drive for results, methodical work style
• Ability to Drive Vision and Purpose, Motivate Others, Drive Sustainable Results, and build MSE skill set

What will be your key responsibilities?

Key Activities:

• Transfer technical knowledge to the operations team and upskill operators for MSE program activities, including validation
• Create and adhere to capability building plans for Operators; assess AWT skills and plan for gap closures
• Support AWT in creating AM-related documentation (CILs, Safety Maps, CLs, etc.)
• Teach operators basic mechanical and electrical theory and tools for AM activities
• Train operators on BFP equipment design, autonomous maintenance activities, and preventive maintenance programs
• Lead AM support DMS at the factory and implement activities to achieve BFP maturity level
• Participate actively in AWT teams
• Track progress of AM DMS implementation and report at meetings
• Perform process confirmation of AM activities and track maturity levels
• Coach AWT on AM KPIs and track capabilities
• Use SAP breakdown hours as an improvement opportunity via CAPA

Key Accountabilities:

• Attend and chair all AWT meetings, driving AM development
• Coach on AM DMS use and improve Step-Up-Card (SUC) maturity
• Ensure all documents are current for AWT meetings (attendance, activity plans, reports)
• Champion 5S standards, support audits, and coach operators to reach 5S excellence
• Develop, implement, and improve Critical Equipment Lifting (CIL) and Critical Lifting (CLs)
• Support AH process health
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders to improve line efficiency and mitigate waste
• Participate in root cause analysis and problem solving for line issues
• Manage standards, SOPs, and communication of AM activities
• Conduct job observations related to AM & FMOS
• Ensure safety and quality standards are followed in the AM rollout area

What can you expect from Mars?

• Benefits effective from DAY 1:
• Bonus (AVP) - target of 5% of base pay, depending on performance
• Annual merit pay increase based on performance
• Medical, Vision & Dental coverage, including dependents
• Prescription drugs
• Paid time off - 160 hours
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement and Mars University
• Parental leave
• Work with over 140,000 diverse associates guided by The Five Principles
• Join a purpose-driven company committed to building a better tomorrow

Mars is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Assistance or accommodations during the application process are available upon request.