Shift Mechanic

Job description

A mutually rewarding experience.

Work. Realize your ambitions. And realize there’s more to being in business than just making a profit. That’s the Mars philosophy. And the opportunity we offer every one of our Associates. An opportunity to take what you do and make it mean more for you, for those around you and for the planet.  What you get here is challenging, interesting work. You get the tools you need to do a great job and you get to have the best possible people on your side to help you do it. And at the same time as getting to find ways to do business better today than we did it yesterday and driving a great career, you also get to build a more enlightened business and drive sustainability.

Because it’s never just about a single person, a single project or a single brand. It’s about how you can grab everything that’s within your reach here and use it to pursue mutual, long-term gain. It’s about having ideas. And ideals. Being prepared to risk failure because the promise of success means we’ll all be a little better off. It’s that mix of integrity and ambition that makes Mars such a special place to work. And why working here is always about more than just a job.

Mars has net sales of more than $33 billion, operates six business segments including Petcare, Chocolate, Wrigley, Food, Drinks, Symbioscience, and more than 75,000 Associates worldwide that are putting its Principles into action to make a difference for people and the planet through its performance.

Mars brands include: Petcare – PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, BANFIELD® Pet Hospital, CESAR®, SHEBA®, DREAMIES® and NUTRO®; Chocolate – M&M’S®, SNICKERS®, DOVE®, GALAXY®, MARS®, MILKY WAY® and TWIX®; Wrigley – DOUBLEMINT®, EXTRA®, ORBIT® and 5™ chewing gums, SKITTLES® and STARBURST® candies, and ALTOIDS® AND LIFESAVERS® mints. Food – UNCLE BEN’S®, DOLMIO®, EBLY®, MASTERFOODS®, SEEDS OF CHANGE® and ROYCO®; Drinks – ALTERRA COFFEE ROASTERS™, THE BRIGHT TEA COMPANY™, KLIX® and FLAVIA®; Symbioscience – COCOAVIA® and WISDOM PANEL®.

The Shift Maintenance Mechanic Role:  

 

The Shift Maintenance Technician maintains equipment and facilities to operate in the safest and most productive electro-mechanical condition, implements continuous improvement and supports new system installations, production strategies and plant reliability.

 

Every associate at Mars has the responsibility for the achievement of quality and food safety.

Key Responsibilities:

·  Working knowledge of food safety
·  Analyze condition, troubleshoot failures, repair and perform preventative/predictive maintenance on production equipment, building and utilities and all associated equipment.
·  Must observe proper Lockout/Tagout and all safety procedures as required
·  Respond to any immediate associate safety issues per work order system.
·  Initiate, plan and coordinate work performed by other associates, contractors and /or self. (Unplanned, planned, changeovers etc.)
·  Prioritize and manage work assigned to ensure immediate response to emergencies, diagnose faults quickly and make immediate repairs.
·  Be a lead in technical troubleshooting the process, mechanical and electrical (power and interlock) issues which prevent meeting the shift or weekly schedules.
·  Train operators/technicians on operational set-up issues
·  Maintain functional knowledge of all equipment in packaging department
·  Ensure all work-orders are complete and accurate, including planned and unplanned assignments.
·  Maintain and improve electrical and mechanical knowledge and skills to improve customer service levels.
·  Follow regular checks and follow preventative maintenance schedules, assessing condition and ensuring compliance with prescribed schedules.

 

Other Responsibilities:     

·  Work as a team member within the maintenance department to improve the total reliability of the plant
·  Understand maintenance principles and develop self and department work practices to promote a proactive environment
·  Understand and utilize drawings, diagrams and equipment manufactures instructions
·  Troubleshoot electrical controls, motor circuits, single and three phase electrical systems.
·  Other similar duties as assigned by manager
·  Must be able to work with minimal supervision

Who Should Apply . . .

We are looking for individuals who demonstrate the following behaviors:

·  Team player
·  Action oriented
·  Problem solving abilities
·  Strong communication skills
·  Continuous self development

     Physical/Environmental Requirements:

·  Must not be afraid of heights; must be capable of working at elevated heights
·  Must not be unusually sensitive to chemicals (contact lenses not recommended). 
·  Vision correctable to 20/20. 
·  Must be able to stand on feet for long periods of time.
·  Standing on a concrete floor  
·  Wearing proper personal protective equipment (bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform)
·  Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 55 lbs
·  Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust dirt and chemicals
·  Able to work with minimal supervision

 

Qualifications

Primary qualifications for this job are:

·  Most recent Performance appraisal with a minimum of “Meets” expectations and not more than 1 year old.
·  No active disciplinary notices.
·  Acceptable attendance ( less than 4 incidents and no discipline above an Initial Warning).

Minimum Qualifications:

·  Several years experience in Facility maintenance preferred
·  OR minimum 12 months completed in Maintenance Shift Mechanic Trainee position.
·  Good overall knowledge of plant flow, operation and utilities
·  Excellent knowledge of hand tool application, operation and repair.  Basic ability to operate machine tools
·  Good theoretical knowledge and ability to troubleshoot electrical circuits (AC/DC, single/polyphase, low/high voltage) and all related equipment both power and logic
·  Working knowledge of Safety, Quality and Material Management Systems and procedures
·  Proficient in basic mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic
·  Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment with a positive attitude and minimal supervision
·  High school diploma or equivalent
·  Good basic math, reading and writing skills
·  Basic knowledge of personal computers
·  Good problem solving and/or troubleshooting skills
·  Good communication skills, to access relevant information about equipment and provide clear information about equipment condition and status.  This would include any unscheduled downtime of equipment that hampers achieving the production schedule goals.
·  Must be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules
·  Ability to understand and effectively communicate in the English language

Preferred Qualifications:

·  3+ years of manufacturing experience operating a variety of machines
·  2 years of work experience within manufacturing, or a technical and/or trade discipline
·  Knowledge of inventory control principles
·  Working Knowledge of food safety 

 

Company-paid relocation is not available for this position

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.