Maintenance Technician - Topeka

This job was posted by : For more information, please see : Job Description : Job Title : Maintenance TechnicianShift : VariousLocation : Topeka, KansasThe purpose of a Maintenance Technician is to maintain conditions of operating equipment.

Repair or replacement of failed components, the ability to troubleshoot unknown issues with equipment, and adjust centerline operational output of assigned equipment.

As part of our overall total compensation package, Mars offers a competitive benefits package to all associates which includes : Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, and 401k match.

Associates are also immediately eligible (based on hire date) up to three weeks of vacation, 11 Paid Holidays per year, Sick Pay, Maternity & Parental Leave and annual bonus earning potential, plus many other ancillary benefits not listed here.

ResponsibilitiesPerform mechanical and electrical P.M.s on various manufacturing and packaging equipment and electrical panels.

Document WOs / PMs using computerized maintenance management system.Troubleshooting and repairing routine electrical and mechanical problems on assigned equipment, conduct preventative maintenance, and support Operations in equipment setup and changeover.

Participate on MSE teams, train operators in AM activities, and conduct Breakdown Analysis.Own PM systems for the Line, focusing on Maintenance Planning and Scheduling and Breakdown Elimination DMSs.

Drives results in Planned and Unplanned Downtime, and owns : Maintain & Repair costs for linePlanned Maintenance and PM compliance.

Breakdown reductionTechnical expert of related equipment and discuss, coach, and train technicians and operators on this equipment.

Owns Abnormality Handling DMSMakes business decisions based on quantitative and qualitative data analysis.Participates in the development and owns portions of the Line 's 90-Day loss-elimination plans.

Represent maintenance team in the daily FMOS meetings. Provides performance data for selected machines and communicates action plans and completed work effectively.

Education & Professional QualificationMinimum : High School Diploma or equivalent.Preferred : Associate degree in a technical discipline, preferably in Industrial Maintenance / Technology.

Knowledge / ExperienceTechnical degree / trade certification or 2 years or equivalent manufacturing technician experience required.

Successful completion of Mars Apprenticeship Program or Co-op.Minimum : Possess a fundamental understanding of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and mechanical drawings in order to solve problems in a timely manner.

Ability to troubleshoot ac / dc electrical components including motor starters, switches and sensors found on all assigned equipment using basic test equipment such as multi-meters and amp probes.

Ability to troubleshoot basic pneumatic and mechanical drive systems at the component level on all assigned equipment, i.

e. sorting systems and palletizing robots.Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed to support production needs and to conduct multi-task work in a very fast paced work environmentWillingness to develop required technical skills in welding, basic machinist and fabrication / layout skill sets.

Preferred : Possess an advanced understanding of ac / dc electrical (up to 480-volt 3 phase), hydraulic and pneumatic schematics and mechanical drawings in order to solve problems in a timely manner.

Possess PLC / Instrumentation trouble shooting skills.Physical Requirements : Frequent lifting / carrying (10-50 lbs.).Frequent pushing / pulling (50-200 lbs.

Frequent handling / gripping / bending / 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).About Mars, IncorporatedMars is a family-owned business with more than a century of history making diverse products and offering services for people and the pets people love.

With almost $35 billion in sales, the company is a global business that produces some of the worlds best-loved brands : M&Ms, SNICKERS, TWIX, MILKY WAY, DOVE, PEDIGREE, ROYAL CANIN, WHISKAS, EXTRA, ORBIT, 5, SKITTLES