Reliability Technician (Herman)

Mars • Aurora, NE

73d

About The Position

Mars Petcare is seeking a Reliability Technician to join our exciting pet food business. We focus on the unique needs of cats and dogs. Our obsession with detail allows us to deliver precise, effective nutrition and help them become their magnificent best. Reliability technicians are multi-crafted (mechanical/electrical) front-line techs that will troubleshoot breakdown issues and repair them for the facility production equipment. They will work with the equipment operator, operation and maintenance leads to address the issues in a safe and efficient manner that complies with site quality and GMP standards. As troubleshooting requirements are accomplished, the Shift Technician will change focus toward preventive maintenance activities as assigned by the planner/scheduler thru planned work orders.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Associates degree or equivalent in mechanical or electro-mechanical engineering
• Technical training from an accredited school and/or military experience in related fields
• 5+ years’ experience maintaining mechanical systems on complex process and/or high-speed production equipment
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting, testing, and repairing instrumentation devices
• Be able to work 12-hour shift schedule
• Be able to work nights
• Be able to lift 50lbs

Nice To Haves

• Machining
• Mechanical maintenance
• Electrical/Electronics-install and repair (some explosion proof environments)
• Single and 3-phase powered equipment (troubleshoot, test, and repair)
• AC and DC control systems (troubleshoot, test, and repair)
• AC variable speed and servo drives (troubleshoot, replace, program)
• Operate electronic test equipment (multi-meter, meg-ohm meter, amp probe)

Responsibilities

• Adhere to company safety and quality processes and rules
• Provide technical skills required to systematically repair, adjust and maintain processing, filling, conveying, and packaging machinery as assigned using established maintenance reliability practices
• Consistent observation, repair, and follow-up of operational effectiveness
• Work with others in a team atmosphere
• Participate in continuous improvement teams
• Work on new project activities and continuous training

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• 401k match
• Up to three weeks of vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays per year
• Sick Pay
• Maternity & Parental Leave
• Annual bonus earning potential

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees