Electro - Mechanical Maintenance Technician ($10k Sign On Bonus)

Job Description:

Mars Snacking- Electro - Mechanical Maintenance Technician- Elizabethtown, PA

Pay: Based on experience starting at $40/hour + and $1.50/hour shift premium

Sign On Bonus: $10K

This site manufactures Dove Chocolate

Shift Schedule

4-Shift Rotation: Rotates between:

4th Shift: Week Off

3rd Shift: 10:30 PM – 7:00 AM

2nd Shift: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM

1st Shift: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Weekday Shifts: 8-hour shifts (Monday–Friday)

Weekend Shifts: 12-hour shifts (off every other weekend)

Please note that while this role is initially offered for the specified shift, shift schedules are subject to change in the future based on operational and business needs

Description of Role:

The Electro - Mechanical Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment in a fast-paced, high-production environment while prioritizing multiple mechanical and electrical tasks including troubleshooting and servicing automation (PLC, VFD, and instrumentation), AC/DC electrical systems, advanced pneumatic/ hydraulic systems, and mechanical maintenance ( fabrication, welding, etc.) across manufacturing equipment.

• What are we looking for?
• Minimum Requirements

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education

Licenses (EX: Journeymen), degree or certifications in electronics, mechatronics or related area

5+ years industrial maintenance experience

Industrial electrical experience including PLC troubleshooting

Hands on fabrication experience including lathes, milling machines, or welding

Understanding of hydraulic and/or pneumatic schematics

Proficient in computer software's including MS Office and email

Physical Requirements:

Can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associates degree or higher in a technical area

8+ years industrial maintenance experience

High Voltage experience (EX: >600 VAC)

Previous food manufacturing experience

What will be your Key Responsibilities?

Perform routine electrical and mechanical maintenance on production equipment.

Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve PLC logic and hardware issues to minimize production downtime.

Troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul equipment with precision, maintaining close tolerances.

Conduct Preventative Maintenance (PM) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) on process and packaging equipment

Support Operations with equipment setup, changeovers, and training operators in Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities.

Accurately document Work Orders (WO) using the Computerized Maintenance Management System (SAP-PPM Plant Maintenance).

Actively engage in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles by participating in Pillar Teams and training fellow Technicians and Operators in AM activities, including conducting Breakdown Analysis (BDA).

Comply with Plant Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

Perform any additional ad hoc tasks as assigned

Total Rewards

Starting Pay: Based on experience between $40+ /hour

Shift Differential: $1.50/hour

Sign on Bonus: $10K

Annual Bonus and Merit Increases

Benefits Starting Day One:

Medical, Vision, and Dental

Up to 6% 401(k) match

Vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Short/Long-Term Disability

18 weeks parental leave

Relocation will not be offered for this role

Allergies: This is a peanut FREE facility

What can you expect from Mars?

Work with 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.