Mars Inc

Maintenance Technician

Mars Inc • $76K — $84K *
Elizabethtown, PA 17022In-Person
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience or related technical degree
  • Understanding of electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
  • Willingness to develop technical skills
  • Preferred: Associate degree or technical certification in a relevant field

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine electrical and mechanical problem-solving
  • Troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul equipment with precision
  • Conduct Preventative and Predictive Maintenance on equipment
  • Support Operations with equipment setup and changeovers
  • Document Work Orders using SAP-PPM Plant Maintenance
  • Engage in Total Productive Maintenance principles
  • Comply with safety procedures and protocols

Benefits

  • Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance starting day one
  • 401(k) with up to 6% match
  • Vacation time
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Short/Long-Term Disability insurance
  • 18 weeks of parental leave
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Mars Wrigley- Maintenance Technician- Elizabethtown, PA
  • Pay starting at $36.52- $40.58/hour (based on experience) and $1.50/hour shift premium
  • This site manufactures Dove Chocolate


Current 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)


Future Shift Schedule:
  • 2026: Transition to fixed shifts (in process)
  • Additional information will be provided during the interview process.


Description of Role:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment in a fast-paced, high-production environment while effectively prioritizing multiple mechanical, electrical, and administrative tasks. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting and servicing advanced pneumatic systems, basic hydraulic systems, AC/DC electrical systems, automation (PLC and instrumentation), machining, and mechanical systems across all process and packaging equipment.

What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant industrial maintenance experience and/or Technical degree or trade certification
  • Fundamental understand of electrical systems and troubleshooting
  • Understanding of hydraulic and/or pneumatic schematics
  • Commitment to develop and enhance required technical skills.
  • Proficient in computer software's (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.
  • Ability to read, write and understand English


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Associate degree in a technical discipline or technical trade certification
  • Previous food manufacturing experience
  • Fabrication and welding experience
  • PLC/Instrumentation troubleshooting skills


What will be your key responsibilities?
  • Perform routine electrical and mechanical problem-solving on process and packaging equipment.
  • 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 Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures, Confined Space protocols, and all Plant Safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure machinery uptime and workplace safety.
  • Perform any additional ad hoc tasks as assigned


Total Rewards
  • Starting Pay: Based on experience starting at $36.52- 40.58+ /hour
  • Shift Differential: $1.50/hour
  • 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

About Mars Inc

Mars, Incorporated is an American multinational manufacturer of confectionery, pet food, and other food products. It was founded in 1911 and is headquartered in McLean, Virginia. Mars operates in six business segments: Petcare, Chocolate, Wrigley, Food, Drinks, and Symbioscience. Some of its most popular brands include M&M's, Snickers, Twix, Milky Way, Skittles, and Pedigree. The company is known for its commitment to sustainability and has set a goal to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 67% by 2050.
Learn more about Mars Inc
Size
125,000 employees
Industry
Food & Beverages
Founded
1911
* Ladders Estimates

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