Maintenance Technician ($7500 Sign On Bonus)

Mars Incorporated in; Elizabethtown (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical, Vision, and Dental

6% 401(k) match

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Short/Long-Term Disability

Parental leave

Job summary

Mars Snacking is hiring a Maintenance Technician in Elizabethtown, PA to maintain and repair equipment in a fast-paced, high-production environment. The role emphasizes troubleshooting pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and automation systems across process and packaging lines.

Qualified candidates have 2+ years in industrial maintenance or a technical degree, with strong electrical and mechanical skills, and proficiency in MS Office. 4-shift schedule with rotation applies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of relevant industrial maintenance experience or technical degree.
• Fundamental understanding of electrical systems and troubleshooting.
• Understanding of hydraulic and/or pneumatic schematics.
• Proficient in MS Office and email use.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on packaging equipment.
• Repair and overhaul equipment with precision while maintaining tolerances.
• Conduct Preventive and Predictive Maintenance on process lines.
• Support operations with setup, changeovers, and AM training for operators.
• Document Work Orders in SAP-PPM Plant Maintenance.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic/pneumatic schematics

MS Office

English language

Education

High School Diploma

Associate degree or trade certification

Tools

SAP-PPM

MS Office

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 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.