Area Maintenance Technician (Veloso)

Mars Incorporated in; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pet food manufacturing seeks an Area Maintenance Technician in Fort Smith, AR. This role focuses on managing maintenance activities and ensuring product quality. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills, relevant education, and experience in maintenance, alongside a commitment to safety and quality standards.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k match

Parental leave

Bonuses

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma required; Associate's degree preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing maintenance preferred.
• Skills in leadership, communication, and analytical abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Manage PM systems and maintenance planning.
• Lead safety and quality initiatives.
• Provide technical expertise in mechanical and electrical systems.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in Industrial Maintenance/Technology

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Area Maintenance Technician (Veloso) (Finance)

Job Description:

Job: Area Maintenance Technician
Shift: Days (6am - 2:30 pm) (Flexible to support other shifts as needed)
Location: Mars Petcare (Fort Smith, AR)

Mars Petcare is seeking an Area Maintenance Specialist to join our pet food manufacturing plant in Fort Smith, AR. We focus on nutrition for cats and dogs, delivering precise, effective products. Our benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, 401k match, vacation, holidays, sick pay, parental leave, and bonuses.

The role involves managing maintenance activities, working closely with Quality, Safety, and Operations teams to ensure product quality, safety, and efficiency. Responsibilities include scheduling maintenance, leading safety and quality initiatives, technical troubleshooting, and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage PM systems, focusing on maintenance planning, scheduling, and breakdown elimination.
• Lead and participate in CP meetings and coordinate planned stops.
• Identify and align maintenance resources for planned stops and corrective actions.
• Serve as the maintenance spokesperson during DMS discussions.
• Provide technical expertise in mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Lead a team supporting safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory goals.
• Drive results in downtime reduction, maintenance costs, and PM compliance.
• Mentor technicians and operators, and handle abnormalities.
• Support reliability and operational improvement plans.

Education & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• Associate's degree in Industrial Maintenance/Technology (preferred)

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, handling, bending, and working at heights.

Knowledge & Experience

• Leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and SAP.
• Manufacturing maintenance experience (preferred).

About Mars, Inc.

Mars is a family-owned global company with brands like M&M's, SNICKERS, PEDIGREE, ROYAL CANIN, and more. Headquartered in VA, operates in over 80 countries, and values principles like Quality and Responsibility.

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.