Maintenance Technician (5k Sign On Bonus)

Mars; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Shift differential

Medical, Vision, and Dental

Up to 6% 401(k) match

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Short/Long-Term Disability

18 weeks parental leave

Job summary

Mars Snacking seeks a Maintenance Technician for the Elizabethtown, PA facility. The role focuses on keeping high‑production lines running, troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automation systems, and performing PM and PdM.

You will document work orders in SAP-PPM and participate in TPM initiatives, while ensuring safety and GMP compliance in a peanut-rich facility. Opportunities include 12‑hour shifts and 4‑shift rotation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education.
• 2+ years of relevant industrial maintenance experience and/or technical degree or trade certification.
• Fundamental understanding of electrical systems and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of hydraulic and/or pneumatic schematics.
• Proficient in MS Office and email.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine electrical and mechanical problem-solving on process and packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul equipment with precision and tight tolerances.
• Conduct Preventative and Predictive Maintenance on equipment.
• Support Operations with setup, changeovers, and operator training in Autonomous Maintenance.
• Document Work Orders in SAP-PPM Plant Maintenance.
• Engage in TPM by working in pillar teams and training others in AM and BDA.
• Follow Lock-Out/Tag-Out, confined space and GMP safety procedures.
• Perform any additional ad hoc tasks.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic/Pneumatic schematics

MS Office

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical degree or trade certification

Associate degree in a technical discipline

Tools

SAP-PPM Plant Maintenance

PLC/Instrumentation

Job description

Job Description

Mars Snacking- Maintenance Technician- Elizabethtown, PA

• Pay: Based on experience between $36.52- $40.58/hourand $1.50/hour shift premium

• Sign On Bonus: $5K

• This site manufactures Dove Chocolate

Current Shift Schedule

• 4-Shift Rotation: Rotates between:

• 4th Shift: Week Off

• 3rd Shift: 10:30 PM – 7:00 AM

• 2nd Shift: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM

• 1st Shift: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM

• Weekday Shifts: 8-hour shifts (Monday–Friday)

• Weekend Shifts: 12-hour shifts (off every other weekend)

Future Shift Schedule (2027):

• Transition to 12-hour day or night fixed shifts(more will be discussed during the interview process)

Description of Role

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment in a fast-paced, high-production environment while effectively prioritizing multiple mechanical, electrical, and administrative tasks. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting and servicing advanced pneumatic systems, basic hydraulic systems, AC/DC electrical systems, automation (PLC and instrumentation), machining, and mechanical systems across all process and packaging equipment.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education

• 2+ years of relevant industrial maintenance experience and/or technical degree or trade certification

• Fundamental understanding of electrical systems and troubleshooting

• Understanding of hydraulic and/or pneumatic schematics

• Commitment to develop and enhance required technical skills

• Proficient in computer software’s including MS Office and email

Physical Requirements

• Can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs) and pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs)

• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping.

• Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and operate in confined spaces.

• Ability to stand and work on feet for extended periods, with shifts lasting 12 hours

• Capable of working in hot, cold and wet conditions

• Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in a technical discipline or technical trade certification

• Previous food manufacturing experience

• Fabrication and welding experience

• PLC/Instrumentation troubleshooting skills

What will be your Key Responsibilities?

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

• Troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul equipment with precision, maintaining close tolerances.

• Conduct Preventative Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) on process and packaging equipment

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

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

• Actively engage in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles by participating in Pillar Teams and training fellow Technicians and Operators in AM activities, including conducting Breakdown Analysis (BDA).

• Comply with Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures, Confined Space protocols, and all Plant Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure machinery uptime and workplace safety.

• Perform any additional ad hoc tasks as assigned

Total Rewards

• Starting Pay: Based on experiencebetween $36.52- 40.58 /hour

• Shift Differential: $1.50/hour

• Sign on Bonus: $5K

• Annual Bonus and Merit Increases

• Benefits Starting Day One:

• Medical, Vision, and Dental

• Up to 6% 401(k) match

• Vacation time

• Tuition reimbursement

• Short/Long-Term Disability

• 18 weeks parental leave

• Relocation will not be offered for this role

Allergies: This is a peanut FREE facility

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.