Maintenance Technician ($7500 Sign On Bonus)

Mars•Elizabethtown, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Mars Snacking is hiring a Maintenance Technician at its Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania site, which manufactures Dove Chocolate. The technician maintains and repairs equipment in a fast-paced, high-production environment, prioritizing mechanical, electrical, and administrative tasks. The work covers troubleshooting and servicing mechanical and electrical systems across process and packaging equipment. The role uses a rotating four-shift schedule, including a week off, overnight, afternoon, and morning shifts. Weekday shifts are eight hours, Monday through Friday; weekend shifts are 12 hours, with every other weekend off. Although initially offered for a specified shift, schedules may change in response to operational and business needs. The facility is peanut-free. Starting pay is based on experience, at $36.52 per hour or more, with a $1.50-per-hour shift premium and a $7,500 sign-on bonus. Annual bonuses and merit increases are also offered. Benefits start on day one. Relocation is not offered.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education.
At least 2 years of relevant industrial maintenance experience and/or a technical degree or trade certification.
Fundamental understanding of electrical systems and troubleshooting.
Understanding of hydraulic and/or pneumatic schematics.
Commitment to developing and enhancing required technical skills.
Proficiency with computer software, including Microsoft Office and email.
Ability to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to frequently lift and carry 10–50 pounds and push or pull 50–300 pounds.
Ability to frequently bend, stoop, twist, handle, and grip.
Ability to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and work in confined spaces.
Ability to stand and work on one’s feet for extended periods, including shifts lasting 12 hours.
Ability to work in hot, cold, and wet conditions.
Proficiency in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree or certification.
Previous food manufacturing experience.
Fabrication and welding experience.
PLC/instrumentation troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

Perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance on process and packaging equipment.
Troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul equipment precisely while maintaining close tolerances.
Conduct Preventative Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) on process and packaging equipment.
Support Operations with equipment setup and changeovers, and train operators in Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities.
Accurately document Work Orders in the SAP-PPM Plant Maintenance Computerized Maintenance Management System.
Participate in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Pillar Teams and train fellow Technicians and Operators in AM activities, including conducting Breakdown Analysis (BDA).
Follow Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures, Confined Space protocols, plant safety requirements, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Perform additional ad hoc tasks as assigned.