Maintenance Technician – 12-Hour Rotating Shifts

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Mars University learning

Benefits package

Job summary

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates in Illinois is seeking a Shift Maintenance Technician on a rotating team to keep production equipment and facilities operating safely, productively, and reliably.

You will analyze conditions, troubleshoot, perform preventive and predictive maintenance, coordinate work, train associates, and support new system installations while addressing food safety and quality concerns.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: associate degree or 10+ years in a technical field.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and safety practices; GMPs.

Responsibilities

• Analyze conditions, troubleshoot failures, and perform preventive/predictive maintenance on production equipment, building, and utilities.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute work by associates or contractors; manage unplanned and changeover work.
• Prioritize repairs and ensure permanent fixes within 14 days with complete documentation.
• Lead technical troubleshooting of process, mechanical, and electrical issues affecting schedules.
• Train shift associates on setup, changeovers, and operation of equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues using HMI and PLC logic.
• Maintain accurate work orders and log information promptly.
• Continue to develop electrical and mechanical knowledge to improve service levels.
• Address food safety and quality concerns actively.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

PLC logic

Rigging & safety

Forklift operation

Machining & fabrication

Team training

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or 10+ years in technical field

Tools

PLC programming

Electrical testing equipment

HVAC & utilities

Pipe fitting

GMPs knowledge

Job description

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates in Illinois is seeking a Shift Maintenance Technician on a rotating team to keep production equipment and facilities operating safely, productively, and reliably.

You will analyze conditions, troubleshoot, perform preventive and predictive maintenance, coordinate work, train associates, and support new system installations while addressing food safety and quality concerns.