Maintenance Technician Trainee

Mars; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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 Petcare seeks a Maintenance Technician Trainee in Columbus, OH to develop mechanical/electrical skills and maintain manufacturing and packaging equipment. This feeder role trains for Shift Technicians and Steam/Boiler Technicians, with 12‑hour shifts and initial day shift training. Candidates need a high school diploma and manufacturing experience, plus strong troubleshooting abilities. Competitive benefits start day one.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, analyze and resolve technical and mechanical problems.
• Proficient in computer software’s including MS office and email.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and troubleshoot processing, filling, packaging, and warehouse systems during factory runtime.
• Adjust based on evaluations taken during the shift. Inspect equipment for wear, abnormalities, metal fatigue and damage.
• Write and complete planned and unplanned work orders to correct safety, product and asset issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and systems.
• Identify potential unsafe conditions and make improvement recommendations.
• Identify potential food safety risks and make improvement recommendations.
• Daily involvement with area/equipment AM/PM performance boards.
• Drive the mindset and methodology to increase “Mean Time Between Failures” (MTBF) and Zero Breakdown culture.
• Any ad hoc requests

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Industrial controls

Electrical fundamentals

Job description

Job Description

Mars Petcare- Maintenance Technician Trainee- Columbus, OH

• Pay: Based on experience starting at $30.33/hour and $1.50 Shift Premium
• This site manufactures petfood

Shift Schedule

Rotating Shift

• 1st shift: Mon-Fri: 7A-3:30P; Sat-Sun 7A-7:30P
• 2nd shift: Mon-Fri: 3P-11:30P
• 3rd shift: Mon-Fri: 11P- 7:30A; Sat-Sun 7P-7:30A
• "4th Shift": OFF 5 days

• Initial training will be on day shift

Description of Role

As a Maintenance Mechanic Trainee, you will have the opportunity to develop mechanical/electrical skills and learn how to maintain manufacturing and packaging equipment. This is a feeder role for Shift Technicians, System Technicians, and Steam / Boiler Technicians.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, analyze and resolve technical and mechanical problems
• 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

• Technical degree or certifications
• Fundamental electrical understanding
• Understanding of industrial controls

What will be my key responsibilities?

• Diagnose and troubleshoot processing, filling, packaging, and warehouse systems during factory runtime.
• Adjust based on evaluations taken during the shift. Inspect equipment for wear, abnormalities, metal fatigue and damage.
• Write and complete planned and unplanned work orders to correct safety, product and asset issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and systems.
• Identify potential unsafe conditions and make improvement recommendations.
• Identify potential food safety risks and make improvement recommendations.
• Daily involvement with area/equipment AM/PM performance boards.
• Drive the mindset and methodology to increase “Mean Time Between Failures” (MTBF) and Zero Breakdown culture.
• Any ad hoc requests

Total Rewards

• Starting Pay: $30.33/hour +
• Shift Differential: $1.50/hour
• 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