Electrical & Automation Supervisor

Nestlé Health Science; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé Health Science is seeking a Lead Mechanic to join the maintenance leadership team in Savannah. You will ensure machinery and ancillary equipment operate at optimum levels, report to the E&A Maintenance Manager, and serve as backup Maintenance Supervisor.

You will lead the Maintenance E&A team, champion safety, provide technical leadership across electrical, automation, and process control systems, investigate downtime, and drive CAPA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Controls, Automation, Electrical Power, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in industrial controls, automation, MES, power distribution, or related environments.
• Expertise in at least one area: PLC programming, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley platforms, MES, and industrial IT.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Maintenance E&A team through coaching, training, and supervision.
• Champion a strong safety culture, conduct audits, and enforce LOTO procedures.
• Provide technical leadership for electrical, automation, and process control systems (PLCs, HMIs, MES, networks).
• Investigate downtime, deviations, and incidents; implement CAPA.
• Maintain and improve automation documentation, drawings, and standards.
• Manage change control processes (Automation Change Management, MOC).
• Oversee calibration programs to meet regulatory and quality requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and DMAIC activities.
• Coordinate vendor activity and ensure safety and food safety compliance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

6+ years of relevant experience

Tools

Rockwell Automation Studio 5000

RSLogix 5000/500/5

FactoryTalk AssetCentre

RSLinx

RSNetWorx

Wonderware System Platform (HMI/SCADA)

InTouch

Historian

Job description

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.

Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers.

Position Summary:

This position is an integral part of the management team and will be responsible for ensuring that the machinery and ancillary equipment are operating at optimum levels, as well as maintaining the facility and grounds. This position reports to the E&A Maintenance Manager. The Lead Mechanic will serve as the Maintenance Supervisor backup.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the Maintenance E&A team through coaching, training, performance management, and day-to-day supervision.
• Champion a strong safety culture, including leading safety initiatives, conducting audits and risk assessments, and ensuring compliance with Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Provide technical leadership and troubleshooting support for electrical, automation, and process control systems, including PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, MCCs, instrumentation, MES, industrial networks, and related infrastructure.
• Investigate equipment downtime, quality deviations, and operational incidents to determine root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Maintain and continually improve automation, process control, and electrical system documentation, drawings, and standards.
• Ensure the reliability, performance, and maintainability of electrical, automation, and Factory Automation System (FAS) infrastructure.
• Manage change control processes, including Automation Change Management and Management of Change (MOC) requirements.
• Oversee the site instrument calibration program to ensure regulatory, quality, and operational compliance.
• Modify and optimize automation applications to support operational and production line improvements.
• Standardize automation and electrical equipment across the facility to improve reliability, efficiency, and supportability.
• Build technical capabilities across the plant through coaching and training of mechanics, operators, and E&A team members.
• Support Nestlé Continuous Excellence (NCE) initiatives through active participation in operational reviews, continuous improvement projects, and DMAIC activities.
• Ensure compliance with all Nestlé, OSHA, NFPA, HACCP, food safety, and local regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate contractor activities and verify adherence to safety, food safety, and risk management requirements.
• Support plant production, quality, and operational objectives as directed by site leadership.
• Manage team schedules, time administration, and completion of required training programs.

System Maintenance

• Ensure all electrical and automation systems are properly maintained to maximize reliability and performance.
• Analyze the existing E&A infrastructure and installed base, developing technology roadmaps and improvement plans as needed.
• Establish and maintain preventive maintenance programs for equipment, machinery, facility systems, and automation assets.
• Ensure power quality and the integrity of electrical distribution systems.
• Coordinate and schedule all required equipment and instrumentation calibrations.
• Oversee the procurement and inventory management of maintenance tools, parts, and supplies to support plant operations.

Project Management & Execution

• Manage vendor relationships and contractor performance.
• Lead the planning, budgeting, and execution of medium- to large-scale electrical and automation projects.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, resource plans, cost estimates, and implementation strategies.
• Prepare bid specifications, participate in design reviews, and support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Oversee equipment installations and ensure compliance with applicable safety, engineering, and Nestlé standards.
• Participate in the annual budgeting process and establish departmental labor and expense targets.

Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute the site's E&A strategy, including prioritization, resource planning, and technology roadmaps.
• Provide mentorship, technical guidance, and knowledge sharing to strengthen E&A team capabilities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and plant performance.
• Serve as a safety leader and role model, ensuring ongoing implementation and sustainability of corporate safety programs.
• Act as a member of the HACCP team, when required, in support of the site's Food Safety Plan.

Experience & Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science,Controls, Automation, Electrical Power, Computer Science, Electromechanical Technology, or a related field with 6+ years of relevant experience in lieu if degree.
• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting industrial controls, automation, manufacturing execution systems (MES), power distribution, and/or industrial IT environments.
• Deep expertise in at least one of the following areas, with the ability and willingness to develop proficiency in others:
• PLC programming
• Wonderware System Platform (HMI/SCADA)
• Power distribution systems
• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

• Demonstrated experience across multiple technical disciplines, including:
• Rockwell Automation ControlLogix platforms
• Wonderware System Platform
• Power distribution systems
• Control panel design
• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Industrial networking
• Microsoft SQL Server administration
• Industrial IT infrastructure
• Project management

• Proficiency with Rockwell Automation software, including:
• Studio 5000
• RSLogix 5000 / 500 / 5
• FactoryTalk AssetCentre
• RSLinx
• RSNetWorx
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, VFDs, and PanelView HMIs. Working knowledge of Wonderware technologies, including:
• ArchestrA
• InTouch
• Historian
• MES
• Knowledge of industrial communication networks, including Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, and Profinet.
• Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Experience designing, maintaining, and troubleshooting industrial electrical systems, including:
• 480 VAC three-phase systems
• 120 VAC single-phase systems
• 24 VDC control systems
• Experience supporting Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Microsoft SQL Server environments.
• Familiarity with Siemens PLCs and VFDs.
• Ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot electrical schematics, drawings, and control diagrams.

Technical Knowledge

• Proficiency with Rockwell Automation software, including:
• Studio 5000
• RSLogix 5000 / 500 / 5
• FactoryTalk AssetCentre
• RSLinx
• RSNetWorx
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs, VFDs, and PanelView HMIs. Working knowledge of Wonderware technologies, including:
• ArchestrA
• InTouch
• Historian
• MES
• Knowledge of industrial communication networks, including Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, and Profinet.
• Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Experience designing, maintaining, and troubleshooting industrial electrical systems, including:
• 480 VAC three-phase systems
• 120 VAC single-phase systems
• 24 VDC control systems
• Experience supporting Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Microsoft SQL Server environments.
• Familiarity with Siemens PLCs and VFDs.
• Ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot electrical schematics, drawings, and control diagrams.

Leadership & Professional Skills

• Strong project management and execution capabilities.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience providing training, coaching, and technical mentorship.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Certifications & Additional Requirements

• Training in Hazardous Energy Control (Lockout/Tagout) and Arc Flash Safety.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including on-call support, in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% for training, project implementation, and vendor or site visits.

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.

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