Maintenance Technician

Mars; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Cleveland, TN for a 12-hour night shift schedule (6:00 PM–6:30 AM on a 2-2-3 pattern). You will troubleshoot, repair and maintain process and packaging equipment with a focus on electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

The role requires a high school diploma or trade certification, with preference for an industrial maintenance background and PLC/instrumentation troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical Degree/Trade Certification or 2+ years related experience.
• Fundamental understanding of Electrical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic Schematics or Mechanical Drawings.
• Willingness to develop required technical skills.
• Preferred: Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance/Technology.
• Technical/Trade Certification in Welding, Machinist, fabrication or blueprint interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Capable of troubleshooting, repairing and overhauling equipment within close tolerances.
• Perform routine electrical and mechanical problem-solving on process & packaging equipment.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance (PMs) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) on Process & Packaging Equipment.
• Support Operations in equipment setup, changeover and operator training in Autonomous Maintenance.
• Document Work Orders using SAP-PPM Plant Maintenance.
• Engage in TPM concepts through Pillar Teams and training.
• Follow Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) and GMP safety requirements.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Hydraulic schematics

Pneumatic schematics

Mechanical drawings

PLC/Instrumentation troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Willingness to develop skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical Degree/Trade Certification

Associate degree in Industrial Maintenance/Technology

Job description

Job Description:

Job: Maintenance Technician

Location: Cleveland, TN

Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM - 2-2-3 Schedule

Must be available to work a 12-hour Night Shift Schedule

Job Purpose:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting various competencies: Advanced Pneumatic, Basic Hydraulic, AC/DC Electrical Systems, Automation (PLC and Instrumentation), Automation, Machining, and Mechanical Systems on all Process & Packaging Equipment with minimal guidance. As a team, properly maintain and repair equipment in a fast paced, high production work environment, while prioritizing multiple mechanical/electrical and administrative tasks.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Technical Degree/Trade Certification OR 2+ years work experience related to industrial maintenance

• Possess a fundamental understanding of Electrical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic Schematics and/or Mechanical Drawings in order to solve problems with equipment

• Willingness to develop required technical skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a technical discipline, preferably in Industrial Maintenance/Technology.

• Technical/ Trade Certification in: Welding, Advanced Machinist Skills, fabrication, and blueprint interpretation.

• Possess an advanced understanding of AC/DC Electrical (up to 480VAC 3 Phase), Hydraulic and Pneumatic Schematics and Mechanical Drawings in order to solve problems.

• Possess PLC/Instrumentation troubleshooting skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs.) and frequent pushing/pulling (50-200 lbs.).

• Frequent handling/gripping/bending/stooping.

• Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, leaning over equipment.

• Ability to stand and / or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).

• Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed to support production needs and to conduct multi-task work in a very fast paced work environment

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Capable of troubleshooting, repairing and overhauling equipment within close tolerances.

• Perform routine electrical and mechanical problem-solving on process & packaging equipment.

• Perform Preventative Maintenance (PM’s) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) on Process & Packaging Equipment with minimal guidance.

• Support Operations in equipment setup, changeover and training of operators in Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities.

• Document Work Orders (WO) using Computerized Maintenance Management System (SAP-PPM Plant Maintenance).

• Demonstrate Engagement in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Theory and Concepts through participation in Pillar Teams, training fellow Technicians/Operators in Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities to include conducting Breakdown Analysis (BDA’s).

• Understand and adhere to Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) Procedures, Confined Space Procedures and all other Plant Safety/Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements related to supporting machinery uptime.