Veterans Wanted: Manufacturing Opportunities

Mars; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mars University

Technical upskilling from day one

Competitive compensation

Inclusive culture

Veteran hiring

Job summary

Mars is seeking a qualified candidate for a hands-on maintenance role at our Cleveland, TN site. You will apply formal training or equivalent hands-on experience to support and maintain equipment in a structured, team-based environment.

We value independence, willingness to guide others, and a strong work ethic. Mars emphasizes veteran hiring, ongoing skill development, and a culture of safety, accountability, and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Formal training or equivalent hands-on experience required.
• Mechanical training, aptitude, or equipment maintenance experience required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Willingness to support, guide, and share knowledge with others.

Skills

Formal training

Maintenance experience

Independent work

Knowledge sharing

Education

High school diploma

Job description

• Formal training, vocational/technical education, or equivalent hands‑on experience
• Mechanical training, aptitude, or equipment maintenance experience (required)
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Willingness to support, guide, and share knowledge with others

Job Description:

Minimum Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Formal training, vocational/technical education, or equivalent hands‑on experience
• Mechanical training, aptitude, or equipment maintenance experience (required)
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Willingness to support, guide, and share knowledge with others

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading, training, or coordinating a small team
• High‑speed manufacturing, FMCG, or regulated production experience
• Military occupational experience in maintenance, operations, logistics, engineering, or production roles

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (military education and training fully recognized)

Why Mars?

• A structured, team‑based environment that values accountability and collaboration
• Strong alignment with military values such as safety, teamwork, integrity, and performance
• Commitment to veteran hiring, development, and career mobility
• Access to Mars University and technical upskilling from day one
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and company bonus
• An inclusive culture where female veterans are supported, respected, and empowered to lead

Our Commitment to Veterans & Women

Mars is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a veteran‑friendly organization. We encourage female veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses to apply. If your experience doesn’t match every requirement listed, we still want to hear from you—your leadership, discipline, and adaptability are strengths here.