Maintenance Technician (5k Sign On Bonus)

Mars; Elizabethtown (Lancaster County); 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- Maintenance Technician at the Elizabethtown, PA site maintains and repairs high-speed packaging equipment in a 12-hour shift environment. You will troubleshoot electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and support TPM initiatives to ensure uptime and safety across production lines.

Minimum 2+ years in industrial maintenance, HS diploma or GED, PLC/instrumentation familiarity, and strong MS Office/communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience.
• Fundamental electrical system troubleshooting.
• Understanding hydraulic and pneumatic schematics.
• Proficient in MS Office and email.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine electrical and mechanical problem-solving process and packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul equipment with precision.
• 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

Skills

Industrial maintenance experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic & pneumatic systems

MS Office / email skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical degree or trade certification

Tools

SAP-PPM Plant Maintenance

PLC instrumentation tools

Job description

Job Description:

Mars Snacking- Maintenance Technician- Elizabethtown, PA

• Pay: Based on experience between $36.52- $40.58/hour and $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 experience between $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.