Maintenance Technician- $3,000 SIGN-ON BONUS Position Available In Richland, South Carolina

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• Maintenance Technician
• at Mars Petcare will work on a wide range of equipment including bucket elevators screw conveyors, drag chain conveyors, hammermills, scales, extruders, dryers, metal detectors, packaging baggers, conveyors, palletizers, and labelers

• Minimum Qualifications:

• + High School Diploma/GED is required + Must be able to work a rotating shift + Prior experience as a maintenance technician in food production or high-speed manufacturing facility is desired.

• Preferred Qualifications:

• + Good overall knowledge of plant flow, operation and utilities + Excellent knowledge of hand tool application, operation and repair.

Basic ability to operate machine tools + Excellent Computer skills + Good theoretical knowledge and ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits (AC/DC, single/polyphase, low/high voltage) and all related equipment both power and logic + Working knowledge of Safety, Quality and Material Management Systems and procedures + Analyze condition, troubleshoot failures, repair and perform preventative/predictive maintenance on production equipment, building and utilities and all associated equipment. + Must observe proper Lockout/Tagout and all safety procedures as required + Respond to any immediate associate safety issues per work order system. + Initiate, plan and coordinate work performed by other associates, contractors and /or self. (unplanned, planned, changeovers etc.) + Prioritize and manage work assigned to ensure immediate response to emergencies, diagnose faults quickly and make immediate repairs. + Be a lead in technical troubleshooting the process, mechanical and electrical (power and interlock) issues which prevent meeting the shift or weekly schedules. + Train operators/technicians on operational set-up issues + Maintain functional knowledge of all factory equipment + Ensure all work-orders are complete and accurate, including planned and unplanned assignments. + Maintain and improve electrical and mechanical knowledge and skills to improve customer service levels. + Follow regular checks and follow preventative maintenance schedules, assessing condition and ensuring compliance with prescribed schedules. + All associates are responsible for the safety, quality and food safety in their work area

• What will be your key responsibilities?
• + Work as a team member within the maintenance department to improve the total reliability of the plant + Understand maintenance principles and develop self and department work practices to promote a proactive environment + Understand and utilize drawings, diagrams and equipment manufactures instructions + Troubleshoot electrical controls, motor circuits, single and three phase electrical systems and utilize SAP to update work history and hours.

• We are looking for individuals who demonstrate the following behaviors:
• + Team player, + Action-oriented + Problem-solving abilities + Strong communication skills + Continuous self-development
• What can you expect from Mars?
• + Work with over 140,000 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.
• Qualifications
• Communicates Effectively; Plans and Aligns; Manages Complexity; Ensures Accountability; Drives Results; Courage
• Req ID
• R127110