Electro Mechanical Technician - Nights
- Pay
- $36 per hour
- Location
- DeKalb, IL
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- Electro Mechanical Technician - Nights
- Electro Mechanical Technician - Nights
Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.
At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.
Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.
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Position Summary
Multi-skilled maintenance professional responsible for safely maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing mechanical and electrical systems throughout the manufacturing facility. The Electromechanical Technician performs preventive and predictive maintenance, improves equipment reliability, supports production performance, develops operator capabilities, and ensures compliance with Nestlé safety, quality, and operational standards. This position is considered safety-sensitive under applicable regulations.
Compensation
This role has a starting wage of $35.55/hr. Additional compensation as follows:
- Shift Differential for 3rd shift: $1.50/hr
- Nestle Quarterly Bonus
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits after 30 days of employment
- Shift Details: 3rd shift: 7:00PM to 5:00AM Sunday to Wednesday)
Key Responsibilities
- Perform startup activities, review work orders and preventive maintenance assignments, and prepare tools and materials for daily operations.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, automation, and control system issues on manufacturing equipment.
- Execute preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve reliability and reduce downtime.
- Utilize SAP, Digital Manufacturing Operations (DMO), and related systems to document work, enter labor time, manage notifications, and track maintenance activities.
- Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, reliability, and production performance.
- Coach equipment operators on technical adjustments, changeovers, and basic troubleshooting techniques.
- Maintain accurate maintenance documentation, procedures, spare parts information, and engineering drawing updates.
- Maintain housekeeping standards and a safe work environment.
- Provide effective shift-to-shift communication and ensure all work is documented according to company procedures.
Qualifications & Education
High School Diploma or GED required. Additional technical education, trade certification, apprenticeship training, or equivalent specialized maintenance training preferred.
Experience
Minimum one year of related industrial maintenance experience required. Three or more years of journeyman-level experience, troubleshooting and repairing manufacturing equipment preferred.
Required Skills
- Complex manufacturing equipment maintenance
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Mechanical drive systems and packaging equipment
- Electrical troubleshooting and motor control circuits
- Basic PLC, automation, and safety circuit troubleshooting
- Instrumentation and field devices
- Welding, fabrication, and basic machining
- Blueprint and P&ID interpretation
- Computer proficiency and CMMS/SAP experience
- Attention to detail and self-directed work habits
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
This position requires working in a manufacturing environment with exposure to moving machinery, electrical systems, noise, temperature variations, dust, and other industrial conditions. The role requires standing, walking, climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, and reaching throughout the workday. Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly and higher weights with proper assistance may be required.
Compliance & Safety
- Employees must comply with all Nestlé policies, safety requirements, quality standards, GMP practices, environmental programs, Nestlé Quality Management System (NQMS) requirements, and applicable ISO standards.
- Pay: $35.55 per hour
Pay and benefits
The pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.
Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at
It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
Compensation
This role has a starting wage of $35.55/hr. Additional compensation as follows:
- Nestle Quarterly Bonus
Qualifications & Education
Required Skills
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Instrumentation and field devices
- Welding, fabrication, and basic machining
- Blueprint and P&ID interpretation
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Compliance & Safety
Pay: $35.55 per hour
Equal opportunity and legal notices
- Job Requisition: 424412
- DeKalb, IL, US, 60115
- DeKalb, IL, US, 60115
- Nearest Major Market: Chicago
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The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator:.
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