Maintenance Technician Trainee

Mars•Columbus, OH
•Onsite

About The Position

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.

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
  • 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.

Nice To Haves

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

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

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • Up to 6% 401(k) match
  • Vacation time
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Short/Long-Term Disability
  • 18 weeks parental leave
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