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The CVS Area Maintenance Tech (AMT) is a critical member of the Area Leadership Team along with the area coordinator and operations team.  The AMT is the owner of their area and is responsible for reducing maintenance losses by optimizing proactive maintenance and eliminating unplanned maintenance breakdowns. The AMT coordinates daily planned stops and own Defect Management (DM), and Breakdown Elimination (BDE) processes including leading the RCA process, FMOS escalation, and execution of corrective actions across their area.  Additionally, the AMT serves as the spokesperson for the maintenance group within the Area Leadership Team (ALT).   The AMT is a technical expert in the assigned area and uses their technical and leadership skills to influence and guide the team utilizing area data.

As a member of the CVS team, you’ll work closely with the CVS Leads, Engineers, and Vendors to install new equipment. You’ll support the project team during the installation, commissioning, and start-up of the new lines. This position will also be critical for capturing and transferring the knowledge of the equipment to the rest of the maintenance team once production begins. Once the project work has been completed, this role will transform into a site AMT.

What are we looking for?

• 2-6 years in a technical role.
• Ability to get work done through others.
• Electrical and mechanical knowledge
• Automation and Controls experience

What will be your key responsibilities?

CVS Activities:

• Performs CVS and training for factory area(s) assigned
• Works with engineering to ensure all PMs are created and available
• Prepare for and support FAT/SAT activities
• Support site CVS activities including coordination of resources, collaboration with engineering group, leading cross-functional decision making action teams concerning project activities. Developing the maintenance CVS plan, supporting the creation of standards to maximize operational effectiveness and start-up
• Work closely with engineering and vendors to understand equipment processes, effectively utilize training opportunities provided, and transfer the knowledge to the rest of the maintenance team

AMT Activities:

• Responsible for leading all maintenance activities and resources in an assigned plant or designated area, flawlessly executing planned maintenance shutdowns, leading all area technical continuous improvements, and minimizing daily downtime
• Leads BDA process, determines root causes for production time lost, and executes corrective actions to ensure elimination of issues.
• Leads PM and predictive maintenance programs, line maintenance shutdowns, and run-time preventative maintenance
• 70% of their time is “on the floor” working in their area.  This includes non-wrench time activities such as problem-solving, planning, and getting work done through others.
• Responsible for following all Quality and Food Safety Policies and applicable procedures

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 130,000 like-minded 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.

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Skills:

Equipment Utilization, Health, and Safety, Planning and Organizing, Policy and Procedures, Review and Reporting, Verbal Communication, Writing Skills

Competencies:

Communicates Effectively, Courage, Drives Results, Ensures Accountability, Manages Complexity, Plans and Aligns

Disclaimer: Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.