Electro Mechanical Technician - Military Veterans

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If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestlé is the place for you. Nestlé USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestlé’s presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.

We’re determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.

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SIGN-ON BONUS

$2,500 sign-on bonus

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Multi-skilled technician with primary responsibilities of maintaining equipment in a proactive manner, and troubleshoot and repair both mechanical and electrical abnormalities on all production-related equipment.  Perform all preventative maintenance as scheduled to eliminate unplanned stoppages, increase asset intensity, and build operator technical capabilities.

SHIFT:

This is a 10 hour shift from 9:00pm-7:30am.

PRIMARY RESPONSBILITIES:

Basic Overview of Mechanical Responsibilities

Service and repair of production related equipment including extensive knowledge in the principles and practical application of pneumatics, hydraulics, chain/belt drives, bushings/bearings/idler systems, gearboxes, pumps, valves, fasteners, seals, gaskets, mechanical fabrication, and rigging, Capability to follow work standards and full adherence to all safety permitting and facility LOTO requirements while executing tasks.

Basic Overview of Electrical/Automation Responsibilities

Service and repair of production related electrical equipment including knowledge of power distribution and lighting systems, AC/DC motors and transformers, machine and line control devices, fluid control and distribution, electronic controls and instrumentation, variable frequency drives, and basic PLC knowledge/ interpretation capabilities. Ability to demonstrate safe practices and tools for while working with low voltage and medium voltage electrical systems and components.

Maintain and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical components of production related equipment including but not limited to:

• Ingredient Handling & Preparation – sugar dissolving, bulk handling, dumping stations.
• Milk Plant – cold separator, CIP plant, standardization plant.
• Packaging Labelers, Case Packers, Palletizers, Conveyor systems and shunts, Storage systems, Product transport systems.
• Storage and Retrieval systems including cranes and conveyors.
• Preventive/Predictive Maintenance - Responsible for executing planned work schedule as assigned and creating follow up notifications/improvements in SAP system to ensure cost effective and reliable equipment performance.
• Completion of all assigned work in a timely manner following standards and best practices.
• Provide technical training to Operators as part of our NCE practices to ensure knowledge transfer and autonomy in equipment operations.
• Creative problem-solving skills to perform equipment improvements and enhancements to optimize production with positive contribution to all key deliverables of safety, quality, and cost.
• A strong commitment to continuous improvement and competency development.
• Participate in problem solving utilizing tools such as BDA and GSTD.
• Actively participate in NCE and Improvement teams.
• Lead continuous update of Maintenance procedures, and PM Optimization efforts.
• Review required spare parts to keep maximize technical warehouse service factor.

REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL:

• High school Diploma or GED required.
• Two-year Technical Degree in Maintenance related area such as Industrial Maintenance, Electromechanical Maintenance, Robotics, or equivalent industrial maintenance experience is preferred.
• 1+ years of industrial electrical/controls experience is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• 1 to 3 years of experience in a Manufacturing environment is required; food industry experience is preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Understand how automated equipment and its components work.
• Remain proficient with the operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of industrial electrical control systems, electromechanical systems, instrumentation, and fluid power.
• Properly use mechanical and electrical tools and diagnostic instruments.
• Understand the operating principles and function of the electrical control and power components and circuits utilized in automated equipment.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and diagnose industrial circuits used in control and distribution.
• Basic PLC skills and ability to learn and interpret ladder logic.
• Ability to be self-managed, scheduling and performing work unsupervised.
• Reliable, motivated, dedicated, and committed to a team environment.
• Must demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset.
• Good communication skills with operators, other trades and all plant personnel.
• Ability to analyze data and make decisions/recommendations based on analysis.
• Familiar with CMMS and Production Work Flow/Control systems.
• Ability and willingness to operate and support a positive Nestle culture and follow established values.
• Ability to integrate into all parts of the operation to support the facility in achieving our goals & objectives.
• Proactive individual that takes responsibility for their equipment, line, coworkers and the continuous improvement of the operation.
• Able to work in a team environment where honest communication, a positive attitude, engagement, and personal accountability is expected.
• Detail oriented individual who accurately records information.
• Able to work off-shifts, weekends & extended shifts and holidays (i.e. 12 hr rotation, additional hours as needed)
• Able to work with computers (navigating systems, recording information, using to find information to perform the job)
• Has positive conflict management resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Accountable for personal development & improvement.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment & handle multiple tasks.
• May require internal & external certification.

Requisition:

317275 

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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.

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