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

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.