Maintenance Technician

About the role

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Position Summary

As a Maintenance Technician, we’ll count on you to support the maintenance of all plant systems, including facilities, unloading, processing, packing, and warehouse operations. You’ll troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment while always working in a safe manner. Our Maintenance Technicians play a major role in safely maintaining machine reliability and process improvements across our plant.

This position will be working nights and weekends, with schedules ranging from 2nd, 3rd, and 12 hour weekend shifts.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (Broad Portfolio of Insurance Options, Deductibles and Copays Including Health Savings Account)
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance, as well as employee elected supplemental

• 401(k) with company matching
• Pension – Company funded
• Paid vacation

Maintenance Progression Plan – starting pay is $36.26/hr with potential to earn up to $40.88/hr

• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Quarterly Performance Incentive Plan (Bonus)
• Shift differentials

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of plant systems: mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and instrumentation
• Electrical work with 120, 220, and 480 volt
• Troubleshoot electrical controls systems including motors and PLCs
• Use test equipment such as multimeters, megohmmeters, and process simulators
• Repair gear reducers and packaging equipment
• Maintain wastewater system, boiler operations, pumps, and general building needs
• Complete predictive maintenance such as vibration analysis and oil sample collection

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent and 1+ years of Maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, technical, automotive, or military environment
• OR
• 2-year technical degree

Pay and benefits

The approximate hourly pay rate for this position is $36.26 per hour for Maintenance D rate. The pay progression plan follows: Maintenance C $37.85, Maintenance B $39.29, and Maintenance A $40.88. These rates do not include shift differentials. Please note that 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.

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.

Benefits

Nestle in the US Benefits | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com):

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.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.