Maintenance Technician Trainee

Job Description:
Mars Petcare- Maintenance Technician Trainee- Columbus, OH
Pay: Based on experience starting at $30.33/hour and $1.50 Shift Premium
This site manufactures petfood
Shift Schedule:
Rotating Shift:
1st shift: Mon-Fri: 7A-3:30P; Sat-Sun 7A-7:30P
2nd shift: Mon-Fri: 3P-11:30P
3rd shift: Mon-Fri: 11P- 7:30A; Sat-Sun 7P-7:30A
"4th Shift": OFF 5 days
Initial training will be on day shift
Description of Role:
As a Maintenance Mechanic Trainee, you will have the opportunity to develop mechanical/electrical skills and learn how to maintain manufacturing and packaging equipment. This is a feeder role for Shift Technicians, System Technicians, and Steam / Boiler Technicians.
What are we looking for?
Minimum Requirements:
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education
3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, analyze and resolve technical and mechanical problems
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:
Technical degree or certifications
Fundamental electrical understanding
Understanding of industrial controls
What will be my key responsibilities?
Diagnose and troubleshoot processing, filling, packaging, and warehouse systems during factory runtime.
Adjust based on evaluations taken during the shift. Inspect equipment for wear, abnormalities, metal fatigue and damage.
Write and complete planned and unplanned work orders to correct safety, product and asset issues.
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and systems.
Identify potential unsafe conditions and make improvement recommendations.
Identify potential food safety risks and make improvement recommendations.
Daily involvement with area/equipment AM/PM performance boards.
Drive the mindset and methodology to increase “Mean Time Between Failures” (MTBF) and Zero Breakdown culture.
Any ad hoc requests
Total Rewards
Starting Pay: $30.33/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