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Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)

Mars
Elizabethtown, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/27/2026
Job Description:

Mars Wrigley- Maintenance Technician - Elizabethtown, PA

  • Pay: Based on experience starting at $36.52 / hour
  • This site manufactures DOVE Chocolate

Required Shift:

1st Shift: Monday- Friday 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM (flexible pending business needs)

Description of Role:

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment in a fast paced, high production environment. Key responsibilities may include troubleshooting and servicing advanced pneumatic systems, basic hydraulic systems, AC/DC electrical systems, welding, fabrication, automation (PLC and instrumentation), machining, and mechanical systems across all process and packing equipment.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements

  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
  • 2 years’ work experience related to industrial maintenance
  • Experience in Welding, Advanced Machinist Skills and/or fabrication
  • Possess a fundamental understanding of Electrical systems and troubleshooting, Hydraulic, Pneumatic Schematics and/or Mechanical Drawings
  • Willingness to develop required technical skills
  • Proficient with computers software’s included MS Office

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate degree in a technical discipline, preferably in Industrial Maintenance/Technology
  • Technical/Trade Certification in: Welding, Advanced Machinist Skills, fabrication and blueprint interpretation
  • Possess an advanced understanding of AC/DC Electrical (up to 480VAC 3 Phase), Hydraulic and Pneumatic Schematics and Mechanical Drawings in order to solve problems
  • Possess PLC/Instrumentation troubleshooting skills

Physical Requirements:

  • Frequent lifting/carrying (10-50 lbs.) and frequent pushing/pulling (50-300 lbs.).
  • Frequent handling/gripping/bending/twisting/stooping.
  • Ability to work at elevated heights off a ladder or platform, climb stairs, leaning over equipment.
  • Ability to stand and / or work on feet for extended periods (minimum eight hours in one shift).
  • Able to work in confined spaces
  • Ability to read, write and understand English

What will be your key responsibilities?

  • Troubleshooting, repairing and overhauling equipment within close tolerances.
  • Advanced Pneumatic, Basic Hydraulic, AC/DC Electrical Systems, Automation (PLC and Instrumentation), Automation, Machining, and Mechanical Systems on all Process and Packaging Equipment (willing to train)
  • Perform routine electrical and mechanical problem-solving on process & packaging equipment.
  • Perform Preventative Maintenance (PM's) and Predictive Maintenance (PdM) on Process & Packaging Equipment
  • Support Operations in equipment setup, changeover and training of operators in Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities
  • Accurately document Work Orders (WO) using Computerized Maintenance Management System (SAP-PPM Plant Maintenance)
  • Active Engagement in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) Theory and Concepts through participation in Pillar Teams, training fellow Technicians/Operators in Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities to include conducting Breakdown Analysis (BDA’s)
  • Understand and adhere to Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) Procedures, Confined Space Procedures and all other Plant Safety/Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements related to supporting machinery uptime
  • Perform any adhoc requests as assigned

Total Rewards

  • Starting Pay: Based on experience starting at $36.52/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
  • Relocation will not be considered

Salary : $37

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