Maintenance Technician

Mars; Flowery Branch (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & DentalStarts day one

Up to 6% 401K match

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Short/Long Term disability

18 weeks parental leave

Job summary

Mars Wrigley - Gainesville, GA is seeking a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot and repair packaging, conveying, processing, or facilities equipment on a 12-hour night shift.

The role requires 2+ years in manufacturing maintenance, GMP knowledge, and basic computer skills; onboarding is 7 weeks with no vacation during this period. Opportunity to contribute to TPM and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Understand GMP requirements.
• Must participate in onboarding and training within the first 7 weeks (no vacation during this time).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment, failed components, and centerline adjustments.
• Conduct Preventive Maintenance (PM) and support operations with equipment setup and changeover.
• Document Work Orders (WOs) and PMs using SAP for Plant maintenance functions.
• Some fabrication and/or machinist work; trained as required.
• Participate in TPM Teams, train operators in AM activities and participate in breakdown analysis/elimination efforts.
• Adhere to maintenance and repair costs while following maintenance planning and scheduling.
• Assist Operations with anomaly handling.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical maintenance

Basic computer skills

GMP knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate or Technical Degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description:

Mars Wrigley - Gainesville, GA

Title: Maintenance Technician

Pay: Based on experience

What do we Manufacture?

Your favorite GUM brands including Orbit, 5 Gum, Eclipse, Extra, ect.

*Additional Compensation and Total Rewards Information Below

Required Shift:

12 Hour Night Shift 5pm/6pm - 5:30am/6:30am

This schedule repeats every two weeks.

Week 1: On Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday (Off Wednesday & Thursday)

Week 2: On Wednesday & Thursday (Off Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday)

Job Purpose:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting and performing mechanical repairs on all assigned equipment, including basic hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical drive systems at the component level (e.g., packaging, conveying, processing or facilities equipment, etc).

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing environment
• Basic Computer skills required (e.g., Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Understand Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements.
• Required to participate in a stringent onboarding and training program within the first 7 weeks of employment (no vacation time will be approved during this time)

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting/carrying pushing (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)
• Frequent bending, stooping, handling and gripping.
• Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, leaning over equipment and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to stand and/or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).
• Ability to read, write and speak English.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate or Technical Degree
• 4+ years of experience as a maintenance technician in a manufacturing environment
• Possess a fundamental understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic & mechanical schematics/drawings.
• Understand TPM Theory and Concepts

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment, failed components, and centerline adjustments.
• Conduct Preventative Maintenance (PM) and support operations with equipment set up and changeover.
• Document Work Orders (WOs) and PMs using computerized maintenance management system (SAP) for Plant maintenance functions.
• Some fabrication and/or machinist work; trained as required.
• Participate in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Teams, train operators in Autonomous Maintenance (AMs) activities and participate in Breakdown Analysis/Elimination efforts.
• Adheres to Maintenance and Repair costs while follow Maintenance Planning & Scheduling
• Assists Operations with Anomaly Handling

Compensation:

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Shift differential
• OT potential
• Annual bonus pay out
• Annual merit increases

Total Rewards:

• Medical, Vision & Dental- Starts day one!
• Up to 6% 401K match
• Vacation time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Short/Long Term disability
• 18 weeks parental leave

What will be the Interview Process?

• Application> resume review > recruiter phone screen > Situational Judgement Assessment (online) > onsite panel interview> Interview team decision

Allergies:

if you have an allergy to soy lecithin, please let the recruiter know in your initial screen.

Training & Onboarding:

• 3-day initial orientation on start date (Day Shift)
• 6-week training program (Flexible between Day & Night Shift)

What can you expect from Mars?

• The opportunity to learn, develop and take charge of your own career.
• An industry-competitive salary and benefits package.
• To be respected and valued.
• The Five Principles are at the center of every decision we make.
• The opportunity to work cross-functionally, add value and impact a better world for generations to come.