Mars · 1 day ago
Systems Technician – Maintenance (Gstattenbauer)
Fort Smith, AR
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expMars Petcare is seeking a Systems Technician – Maintenance to join their pet food business at a Fort Smith, AR manufacturing plant. This role involves making systematic improvements in the safety, efficiency, and reliability of equipment, as well as implementing continuous improvement and supporting new system installations.
ConfectioneryConsumer GoodsFood and BeverageManufacturing
Responsibilities
Assess the condition of, troubleshoot failures of, repair and perform preventative/predictive maintenance on production equipment (packaging and processing), building and utilities and all associated equipment
Creation and optimization of the preventative maintenance plans for equipment in assigned area. Works with Maintenance Planner to ensure all PM plans are in SAP
Review and identification of spare parts to maintain in inventory for equipment in assigned area. Work with Storeroom coordinator to stock appropriate min/max
Identification of recurring problems and the development of effective solutions to reduce the level of unplanned maintenance
Ensuring all PM / planned work orders are coordinated through the Area Maintenance Lead and Planner
Training Shift Technicians in maintenance of assigned equipment and keeping them fully informed about any modifications being made
Supporting Shift Technicians in tackling complex work orders
Application of predictive maintenance technologies and implementation of condition-based monitoring systems on assigned systems in coordination with contract reliability partner
System reliability improvement through on-going efforts of area team, as well as active participation with Engineering in the design of new systems
Work with the Reliability Manager and Engineering to ensure all projects associated with their equipment is coordinated based on the current CVS model
Participation in the general administration of the Maintenance Department through the effective use of SAP and Outlook as well as involvement in safety, housekeeping and Best Practice initiatives
Job function requires flexibility in schedule and after-hours responsibilities
Qualification
Required
Two years of college or equivalent in maintenance related area plus five years of industrial maintenance experience required
Broad overall knowledge of plant flow, operation and utilities
Good theoretical knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot low and high voltage - D.C., low and high voltage - single and 3 phase A.C. circuits and all related equipment both power and logic
Ability to engineer small projects in all fields of maintenance
Good theoretical knowledge and ability to troubleshoot mechanical systems and equipment and hydraulic, pneumatic and vacuum systems
Ability to design and fabricate using materials such as sheet and structural metals both ferrous and non-ferrous, plastics, etc
Basic ability to operate machine tools
Knowledge in machine design and strengths of materials
Knowledge and skills in safe rigging techniques preferred
Determine maintenance schedules for assigned equipment
Determine stock levels and suppliers for replacement parts for assigned equipment
Determine modification needs pertaining to reliability improvements and cost reduction
Good operating skills of equipment such as fork trucks, personnel lifts, etc
Excellent knowledge of hand tool application, operation and repair
Good knowledge of GMP's and clean design methods
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment with a positive attitude and minimal supervision
Ability to work long hours (including 12 hour rotating shifts) under stressful conditions such as heat, cold, high and /or confined spaces and have full mobility with ability to climb ladders and stairs and do repetitive bending and twisting
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to train other associates
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
Short- & Long-Term Disability
401k match
Up to three weeks of vacation
12 Paid Holidays per year
Sick Pay
Maternity & Parental Leave
Annual bonus earning potential
Company
Mars
Mars is a manufacturer of pet food, confectionery, and other food products.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Claus Aagaard
CFO
Meghal Sheth
CFO, Mars Wrigley India
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