This role will provide a $2,500 Sign on bonus. We are currently hiring for 12 hour Night Shift schedules. You will work 7:00 AM- 3:30 PM while training.

The Reliability Tech is a position that supports the planning and execution of product and business development projects in terms of development, launch execution, and post-launch evaluation.

The Maintenance Technicians are multi-skilled system experts in their assigned area, and are highly functional in multiple areas. The Technicians must also ensure efficiency, operational conformance, product quality and continuous improvement. Functions as a member of a maintenance area team which is directly responsible for the efficient maintenance of a group of assets to a baseline state.  This includes: troubleshooting, repair and maintain specific machinery in the assigned area.  This job requires strong communication, interpersonal and team building skills to support site objectives. 

What are we looking for?

Education & Professional Qualifications

• Industrial Maintenance, Journeyman, or vocational schooling preferred.  Must demonstrate experience with mechanical-electrical skills 
• Some previous experience in a manufacturing environment. 
• Lifting 25 lbs.   
• Possess basic computer skills, knowledge of simple programs such as Excel and Word. 

Knowledge / Experience

• Self-Development: Ability to learn additional skills and develop in role with additional responsibilities. 
• Machine shop tool, fabrication, welding experience, plumbing, pipefitting, not required but is a bonus. 
• Strong understanding of factory processes 
• Strong analytical, communication, mechanicaland electrical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to transfer knowledge and training experiences to others​
• Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot issues as they arise in the areas 
• Candidate must be willing to travel to other Royal Canin sites to gain knowledge of how to maintain equipment to be installed at the site
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What will be your key responsibilities?

• Performs all assigned activities & job tasks within a line or area  
• Ability to operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner.   
• Takes corrective actions in solving problems to root cause level. 
• Able to assess equipment operating reliability and perform routine repairs, adjustments and malfunction troubleshooting. 
• Performs equipment PM's as assigned. 
• Capable of troubleshooting, repairing and overhauling equipment within close tolerances. 
• Perform routine electrical and mechanical problem-solving on process & packaging equipment. 
• Understand and implement calibration on defined equipment within area ownership. 
• Support Operations in equipment setup, changeover and training of operators in Autonomous Maintenance (AM) activities. 
• Understands maintenance scheduling, planning, and inventory management. 
• Area owner for maintenance activities answering line calls for reactive maintenance on their shift. 
• Performing work orders as part of the planned schedule of Mx tasks and executing to those plans with proper close out of work orders 
• Performing work orders as part of reactive line calls and closure of work orders. 
• Effectively communicate with Operators, Peers, Supervisors and all levels of management on a daily basis. 
• Provide enthusiastic support where needed and complete other duties as assigned by Team Leader. 
• Demonstrate high customer focus, “service with a smile” in all aspects of the work we perform for our peers and team mates. 
• Peer to peer shift handoffs demonstrating a reliable member of the team, punctual attendance is required. 
• Adheres to all Mars safety & quality policies: GMP, Hygiene, LOTO, Working at Heights, Confined Spaces, Electrical Worker Safety, Work Place Transport. 
• Able to operate a forklift.   
• Able to operate a computer and utilize the basic standard desktop systems (CMMS, Microsoft Office programs) Document Work Orders (WO) using Computerized Maintenance Management System.       
• Capable skills in basic hand tools and certain shop equipment 
• Knowledge of and understanding to read and interpret – mechanical drawings, electrical drawings, and process & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) 
• Shows up with a “total ownership” mindset.  Be willing to learn and engage in other functional groups to support them and your development. 
• Needs to show organization and proper care of assigned tools & tool boxes. 
•  Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment, taking initiative with team along with other team members to train, motivate and solve problems. 
• Demonstrated ability for communication, verbally and written, along with good listening and organizing skills.  
• Shows initiative in self and team development, is reliable, uses time wisely and is willing to accept change. 
• Assist in training of equipment and SOP standards documentation
• Work as part of the CVS team to ensure equipment and processes perform as designed
• Creation of preventative maintenance documents and schedules for equipment in areas as assigned
• Review spare parts and support in the sourcing of critical spares
• Assist in the creation of Lock Out/Tag Out procedures for all equipment in areas as assigned

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.