Shift Controls Technician ($5K Sign-on Bonus)

Shift Controls Technician ($5K Sign-on Bonus) locationColumbus, Ohio, United States categorySupply Chain & Engineering Job ID: R157023 Job Description: Mars Petcare- Shift Controls Technician- Columbus, OH Pay Range: Based on experience: $44- $59/hour Shift Premium: $1.50/hour Sign On Bonus: $5K This site manufactures petfood: Pedigree, Cesar, Nutro, Iams, Whiskas and Sheba. Shift Schedule: Rotating Shift (must be available for all) 1st Shift Saturday–Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM Weekend Off 2nd Shift Monday–Friday: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM Weekend Off 3rd Shift Monday–Friday: 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM Saturday–Sunday: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM 5 Days Off Monday- Friday Description of Role: The Controls Technician is primarily office-based, with occasional visits to the production floor and responsible for maintaining, diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical/motor controls and PLC Logic to minimize downtime and ensure optimal system performance. What are we looking for? Minimum Requirements: High school diploma, GED or equivalent education 3+ years’ experience in electrical systems, controls and/or automation. Strong knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, and motor control systems Able to accurately read, interpret, and work from electrical schematics and wiring diagrams Physical Requirements: Occasionally lift/carry (10-50 lbs) and push/pull (50-300 lbs) Occasional bending, stooping, twisting, handling, and gripping. If requested, able to work at elevated heights, climb stairs, lean over equipment, and operate in confined spaces. Capable of working in hot, cold and wet conditions Proficient in understanding, communicating, reading, and writing in English. Preferred Qualifications: Associate’s degree, Bachelors degree or relevant certifications in a technical field Prior experience in a manufacturing environment Expert in electrical and controls systems What will be my Key Responsibilities: Perform routine maintenance, basic repairs, troubleshooting, inspections, calibration, modifications and upgrades on electrical and controls equipment including PLCs, HMIs, SCADA, and motor control systems Support the installation and setup of new control systems and automation equipment Identify and resolve minor faults in control systems and recommend continuous improvements Maintaining inventory of tools, parts, and supplies needed for control system maintenance Follow all safety procedures and protocols when servicing control systems and electrical equipment Any ad hoc requests Total Rewards Pay: Based on experience between $44- $59/hour Shift Differential: $1.50/hour Sign on Bonus: $5K 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 Relocation will not be offered What can you expect from Mars? Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. Join a purpose driven company, where we’re 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. About Mars: Mars is a family-owned business with more than $50 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL® and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA™ and Pet Partners™. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 150,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow. Commitment to Equal Employer Opportunities:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with applicable law and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected under federal, state, and local laws. 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. 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