About this role
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