The Shift Maintenance Technician is assigned to a rotating team to ensure all production equipment and facilities operate in the safest and most productive electro-mechanical condition, implement continuous improvement, and support new system installations, production strategies, and plant reliability. What are we looking for?

Minimum:

High School diploma or

Equivalent Preferred:

Associate degree in a technical-related discipline, or greater than 10 years of experience in a technical-related field of work Good overall knowledge of plant flow, operation, and utilities Good theoretical knowledge and ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits (a.c./d.c, single/polyphase, low/high voltage) and all related equipment both power and logic. Good theoretical knowledge and ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems and equipment and hydraulic, pneumatic, and vacuum systems. Ability to design and fabricate using materials such as sheet and structural metals both ferrous and non-ferrous, plastics, etc. Basic ability to operate machine tools. Skills in pipe fitting, plumbing, HVAC, boiler, and utilities operation and maintenance Knowledge of machine design and strengths of materials Knowledge and skills in safe rigging techniques Skilled with the operation of equipment such as fork trucks, personnel lifts, etc. Excellent knowledge of hand tool application, operation, and repair Good knowledge of GMPs and clean design methods Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment with a positive attitude and minimal supervision. Ability to work long hours (including 12-hour rotating shifts) under stressful conditions such as heat, cold, high, and confined spaces and have full mobility with the ability to climb ladders and stairs and do repetitive bending and twisting. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to train other associates. What will be your key responsibilities? Analyze conditions, troubleshoot failures, repair and perform preventative/predictive maintenance on production equipment, building and utilities, and all associated equipment, and report any issues to the area system tech Initiate, plan, and coordinate work performed by other associates, contractors, and/or self. (Unplanned, planned, changeover, etc.) Prioritize and manage work assigned to implement immediate repairs. Ensure permanent repairs are completed within 14 days and all information has been. Be a lead in technical troubleshooting the process, and mechanical and electrical (power and interlocks) issues that prevent meeting the shift or weekly schedules. Train shift associates on proper setup, change-over, and operation of equipment. Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues using Man Machine Interface and PLC logic. Ensure all work orders and log information is complete and accurate promptly. Complete planned work as assigned. Work on maintaining and improving electrical and mechanical knowledge and skills to improve customer service levels. Will actively address food safety and quality concerns.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist the shift manager in all duties to meet shift and weekly schedules. Participate in action circles and focus groups as appropriate. Be proactive to prevent issues from arising, that jeopardize the schedule. Work as a team member within the maintenance department to improve the total reliability of the plant. Be a customer service agent for the technical department (Site Technical and Safety Manager), meeting Operations (Production Manager) needs. Understand "Maintenance Excellence" and "MSE" principles and develop self and departmental work practices to promote a proactive environment. Other similar duties as assigned… What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 130,000 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 Ensures Accountability; Courage; Manages Complexity; Drives Results; Plans and Aligns; Communicates Effectively Req ID R159107