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Maintenance Technical Lead - (Sign-On Bonus)
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Job Description This role is a Maintenance Technical Lead position located at Mars Petcare, Columbus, OH.
Pay
Hourly Rate: $43.27-$57.69 /HR (based on experience)
Shift Premium: $1.50 /HR
Sign-On Bonus: $5,000
What Do We Manufacture?
Pedigree, Cesar, Nutro, Royal Canin, Iams, Whiskas, Sheba pet food and Greenies and Temptations treats.
Shift
Rotating shift between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift (must be available for all three).
1st shift: 7 am-3:30 pm
2nd shift: 3 pm-11:30 pm
3rd shift: 11 pm-7:30 am
4th Shift: OFF 5 days in a row
Weekend Hours: 12‑hour shift
Further discussions in interview process
Job Purpose Responsible for providing efficient, safe, and reliable leadership to the shift maintenance team. This role involves indirect management, planning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the site’s manufacturing equipment, utilities, and factory infrastructure.
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma, GED or higher
3+ years of maintenance technician experience in mechanical and electrical disciplines
Understanding of electrical systems (e.g., AC/DC Electrical up to 480VAC, 3 Phase, etc.)
Knowledge of mechanical systems (e.g., hydraulic and pneumatic systems, etc.)
Prior experience in developing and coaching peers
Physical Requirements
Frequent lifting/carrying (10‑50 lbs.) and pushing/pulling (50‑200 lbs.)
Frequent handling/gripping/bending/stooping.
Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, lean over equipment.
Ability to stand and/or work on feet for extended periods (minimum 8 hours/shift).
Ability to work in varied manufacturing environments and non-temperature-controlled rooms.
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
Preferred Qualifications
Technical/Trade Certification or technical degree
Industrial electrical experience
5+ years of experience maintaining and troubleshooting process and packaging systems in a manufacturing environment
Previous manufacturing experience
PLC/Instrumentation troubleshooting skills
Key Responsibilities
Assist technicians in troubleshooting, repairing, replacing, and calibrating electrical sensing devices and instrumentation (e.g., photoelectric, inductive, capacitive, pressure, temperature, weight, position sensors; flow and analytical instruments; 480V electrical power systems; instrumentation, motor controls, VFDs, servos, I/O devices/modules, PLCs, and HMIs).
Indirectly coach, coordinate, and develop the technical team.
Ensure a safe working environment by adhering to established safety permits, OSHA regulations, escalation protocols, corrective actions, and food safety risk assessments.
Support factory utilities infrastructure, including air compressors, boilers, chillers, and wastewater systems.
Initiate Breakdown Analyses (BDAs) for failures that meet the BDA trigger criteria.
Perform ad‑hoc requests as needed.
Total Rewards
Based on experience between $43.27-$57.69 /HR
Shift differential of $1.50/HR
OT potential
Annual bonus payout
Yearly pay increases
Medical, Vision & Dental – Starts day one!
Up to 6% 401(k) match
Vacation time
Tuition reimbursement
Short/Long Term disability
18 weeks Parental Leave
What You Can Expect from Mars
Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
Join a purpose-driven company 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.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Part‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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Job Description This role is a Maintenance Technical Lead position located at Mars Petcare, Columbus, OH.
Pay
Hourly Rate: $43.27-$57.69 /HR (based on experience)
Shift Premium: $1.50 /HR
Sign-On Bonus: $5,000
What Do We Manufacture?
Pedigree, Cesar, Nutro, Royal Canin, Iams, Whiskas, Sheba pet food and Greenies and Temptations treats.
Shift
Rotating shift between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift (must be available for all three).
1st shift: 7 am-3:30 pm
2nd shift: 3 pm-11:30 pm
3rd shift: 11 pm-7:30 am
4th Shift: OFF 5 days in a row
Weekend Hours: 12‑hour shift
Further discussions in interview process
Job Purpose Responsible for providing efficient, safe, and reliable leadership to the shift maintenance team. This role involves indirect management, planning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the site’s manufacturing equipment, utilities, and factory infrastructure.
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma, GED or higher
3+ years of maintenance technician experience in mechanical and electrical disciplines
Understanding of electrical systems (e.g., AC/DC Electrical up to 480VAC, 3 Phase, etc.)
Knowledge of mechanical systems (e.g., hydraulic and pneumatic systems, etc.)
Prior experience in developing and coaching peers
Physical Requirements
Frequent lifting/carrying (10‑50 lbs.) and pushing/pulling (50‑200 lbs.)
Frequent handling/gripping/bending/stooping.
Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, lean over equipment.
Ability to stand and/or work on feet for extended periods (minimum 8 hours/shift).
Ability to work in varied manufacturing environments and non-temperature-controlled rooms.
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
Preferred Qualifications
Technical/Trade Certification or technical degree
Industrial electrical experience
5+ years of experience maintaining and troubleshooting process and packaging systems in a manufacturing environment
Previous manufacturing experience
PLC/Instrumentation troubleshooting skills
Key Responsibilities
Assist technicians in troubleshooting, repairing, replacing, and calibrating electrical sensing devices and instrumentation (e.g., photoelectric, inductive, capacitive, pressure, temperature, weight, position sensors; flow and analytical instruments; 480V electrical power systems; instrumentation, motor controls, VFDs, servos, I/O devices/modules, PLCs, and HMIs).
Indirectly coach, coordinate, and develop the technical team.
Ensure a safe working environment by adhering to established safety permits, OSHA regulations, escalation protocols, corrective actions, and food safety risk assessments.
Support factory utilities infrastructure, including air compressors, boilers, chillers, and wastewater systems.
Initiate Breakdown Analyses (BDAs) for failures that meet the BDA trigger criteria.
Perform ad‑hoc requests as needed.
Total Rewards
Based on experience between $43.27-$57.69 /HR
Shift differential of $1.50/HR
OT potential
Annual bonus payout
Yearly pay increases
Medical, Vision & Dental – Starts day one!
Up to 6% 401(k) match
Vacation time
Tuition reimbursement
Short/Long Term disability
18 weeks Parental Leave
What You Can Expect from Mars
Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
Join a purpose-driven company 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.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Part‑time
Job Function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Mars by 2x.
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