Electro Mechanical Technician

Nestle; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Job summary

Nestlé Gerber is seeking a skilled Electromechanical Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and optimize mechanical and electrical systems across our manufacturing facility. The role focuses on preventive and predictive maintenance, equipment reliability, and operator coaching to ensure safety and quality standards are met.

The position emphasizes collaboration with production teams, hands-on problem solving, and documentation of maintenance activities in SAP/DMO.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; technical education preferred.
• Experience with industrial maintenance and safety standards is desired.
• Proficient in diagnosing and repairing mechanical/electrical issues in a manufacturing setting.

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.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC & safety circuits

Instrumentation

Welding & fabrication

Machining basics

P&ID interpretation

CMMS/SAP

Documentation

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Digital Manufacturing Operations

Job description

As the world leader in nutrition, health and wellness for children from birth to preschool, Gerber Products Company is committed to creating a strong future. We joined the Nestlé Nutrition family in 2007, and have been a partner in parenthood ever since. Our Anything for Baby team works closely with experts to create products that enrich and establish healthy habits for children, and are good for the planet as well. A career at Gerber provides meaningful opportunities to develop professionally, and nurture generations to come. Now is the time to define your future, and ours too.

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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 $33.22/hr. Additional compensation as follows:

• Shift Differentials; 2nd shift ($0.25/hr) and 3rd shift ($0.30/hr)

• Nestle Quarterly Bonus

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits after 30 days of employment

Shift Details

1st shift: 6:00am to 2:30pm (Monday – Friday)

2nd shift: 2:00pm to 10:30pm (Monday – Friday)

3rd shift: 10pm to 6:30am (Monday – Friday & Sunday – Thursday)

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 up to 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.

The approximate pay for this position is $33.22. 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. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com) (https://www.nestlejobs.com/nestle-in-the-us-benefits)

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