Maintenance Technician

Mars UK; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry competitive salary

Company bonus

Best-in-class learning and development support

Job summary

Mars UK is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Waco, Texas, responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining Process and Packaging Equipment. The ideal candidate will perform preventative and predictive maintenance, collaborating closely with team members to ensure high production efficiency.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred technical degrees. The role demands strong troubleshooting abilities, communication skills, and a commitment to safety and efficient machinery uptime.

Competitive salary and benefits package available, including company bonuses.

Qualifications

• Experience in troubleshooting, repairing and overhauling equipment.
• Ability to perform routine electrical and mechanical problem-solving.
• Effective communication skills with various teams.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment with close tolerances.
• Document work orders using Computerized Maintenance Management System.
• Engage in Total Productive Maintenance activities.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Systems

Electrical Systems

Preventative Maintenance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in Technical discipline

Tools

SAP-PPM Plant Maintenance

PLC/Instrumentation

Job description

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician has the ability to troubleshoot various competencies: Advanced Pneumatic, Basic Hydraulic, Advanced AC/DC Electrical Systems, Automation (PLC and Instrumentation), Automation, Machining, and Mechanical Systems on all Process and 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.

SHIFT DETAILS

223 Day/Night Rotation; 2 weeks working 223 days and then 2 weeks working 223 nights and so on

Minimum Qualifications

• Be 18 years of age or older.
• Have a High school diploma, GED or equivalent education.
• 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).
• Effectively communicate with Operators, Peers, Supervisors and all levels of management on a daily basis.
• Provide enthusiastic support where needed and complete other duties as assigned by Team Leader.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a Technical discipline, preferably in Industrial Maintenance/Technology.
• Successful completion of Mars Apprenticeship Program or Co-op.
• 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 in a timely manner.
• Technical/ Trade Certification in: Welding, Advanced Machinist Skills, fabrication and blueprint interpretation.
• Possess PLC/Instrumentation troubleshooting skills.
• 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).
• Effectively communicate with Operators, Peers, Supervisors and all levels of management on a daily basis.
• Provide enthusiastic support where needed and complete other duties as assigned by Team Leader.
• 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.

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).
• Effectively communicate with Operators, Peers, Supervisors and all levels of management on a daily basis.
• Provide enthusiastic support where needed and complete other duties as assigned by Team Leader.
• 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 uptim

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with 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.