Maintenance Shift Technician ($2,500 Sign on Bonus)

Mars UK; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 42,485 - 58,424; Full time

Job summary

Mars UK in Mattoon, IL is seeking a Shift Maintenance Technician to keep production equipment and facilities running safely and productively on a rotating schedule. You will troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems, perform preventative maintenance, support new installations, and train associates, with 12‑hour shifts and a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

The role requires hands‑on skills in electrical, mechanical, hydraulics, and rigging, plus ability to read PLC logic and operate

Qualifications

• High School diploma or Equivalent.
• Associate degree in a technical‑related discipline, or >10 years in a technical field.
• Knowledge of plant flow, operation, and utilities.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits (AC/DC, single/polyphase) and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical systems and hydraulic/pneumatic/vacuum systems.
• Design/fabricate with sheet/structural metals, plastics, etc.
• Operate machine tools.
• Pipe fitting, HVAC, boiler maintenance.
• Knowledge of machine design and material strengths.
• Safe rigging techniques.
• Operate forklifts and personnel lifts.
• Hand tool usage and repair.
• GMPs and clean design knowledge.
• Team player with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work 12‑hour rotating shifts and lift up to 50 lb.
• Ability to train others.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment, buildings, and utilities; report issues to area tech.
• Coordinate work by associates, contractors, or self.
• Prioritize repairs and ensure permanent fixes within 14 days.
• Lead technical troubleshooting of process and electrical/mechanical issues.
• Train shifts on setup, change‑over, and operation of equipment.
• Troubleshoot using MMC and PLC logic.
• Ensure complete and accurate work orders and logs.
• Complete planned work as assigned.
• Maintain and improve electrical/mechanical knowledge to improve service.
• Address food safety and quality concerns.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Hydraulic/Pneumatic systems

Rigging techniques

Pipe fitting

Preventive maintenance

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Climbing & lifting

Training others

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in technical discipline

Tools

Forklifts

Hand tools

Machine tools

Job description

Job Description

The Shift Maintenance Technician is assigned to a rotating team to ensure all production equipment and facilities operate in the safest and most productive electro‑mechanical condition, implement continuous improvement, and support new system installations, production strategies, and plant reliability.

What are we looking for?

Minimum

• High School diploma or Equivalent

Preferred

• Associate degree in a technical‑related discipline, or greater than 10 years of experience in a technical‑related field of work
• Good overall knowledge of plant flow, operation, and utilities
• Good theoretical knowledge and ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits (a.c./d.c, single/polyphase, low/high voltage) and all related equipment both power and logic.
• Good theoretical knowledge and ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems and equipment and hydraulic, pneumatic, and vacuum systems.
• Ability to design and fabricate using materials such as sheet and structural metals both ferrous and non‑ferrous, plastics, etc.
• Basic ability to operate machine tools.
• Skills in pipe fitting, plumbing, HVAC, boiler, and utilities operation and maintenance
• Knowledge of machine design and strengths of materials
• Knowledge and skills in safe rigging techniques
• Skilled with the operation of equipment such as fork trucks, personnel lifts, etc.
• Excellent knowledge of hand tool application, operation, and repair
• Good knowledge of GMPs and clean design methods
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment with a positive attitude and minimal supervision.
• Ability to work long hours (including 12-hour rotating shifts) under stressful conditions such as heat, cold, high, and confined spaces and have full mobility with the ability to climb ladders and stairs and do repetitive bending and twisting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to train other associates.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Analyze conditions, troubleshoot failures, repair and perform preventative/predictive maintenance on production equipment, building and utilities, and all associated equipment, and report any issues to the area system tech
• Initiate, plan, and coordinate work performed by other associates, contractors, and/or self. (Unplanned, planned, changeover, etc.)
• Prioritize and manage work assigned to implement immediate repairs. Ensure permanent repairs are completed within 14 days and all information has been.
• Be a lead in technical troubleshooting the process, and mechanical and electrical (power and interlocks) issues that prevent meeting the shift or weekly schedules.
• Train shift associates on proper setup, change‑over, and operation of equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues using Man Machine Interface and PLC logic.
• Ensure all work orders and log information is complete and accurate promptly.
• Complete planned work as assigned.
• Work on maintaining and improving electrical and mechanical knowledge and skills to improve customer service levels.
• Will actively address food safety and quality concerns.

Other Responsibilities:

• Assist the shift manager in all duties to meet shift and weekly schedules.
• Participate in action circles and focus groups as appropriate.
• Be proactive to prevent issues from arising, that jeopardize the schedule.
• Work as a team member within the maintenance department to improve the total reliability of the plant.
• Be a customer service agent for the technical department (Site Technical and Safety Manager), meeting Operations (Production Manager) needs.
• Understand “Maintenance Excellence” and “MSE” principles and develop self and departmental work practices to promote a proactive environment.
• Other similar duties as assigned…

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 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.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

The pay range listed is applicable to IL:USD 30.84 - USD 42.41