Electro-Mechanical Technician

Nestlé Purina North America; Hartwell (GA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Healthcare coverage

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Nestlé Purina North America in Hartwell, GA seeks a maintenance technician to support the industrial electrical and mechanical systems on a 12-hour shift (3-2-2 rotation), day or overnight. You will troubleshoot PLCs, VFDs, ladder logic, and motors, while maintaining equipment and ensuring safety in a high-speed manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include operating a forklift, maintaining ASRS, and collaborating to resolve problems quickly.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' industrial electrical/mechanical experience including PLC troubleshooting, VFDs, ladder logic, motors and electrical maintenance

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot industrial electrical and mechanical systems.
• Operate forklift to move equipment or parts.
• Maintain and troubleshoot ASRS in the warehouse.
• Use PLC knowledge to troubleshoot production equipment without modifying programming.
• Use mechanical and electrical tools and diagnostic instruments.
• Work independently and collaboratively to maintain equipment and solve technical problems.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

VFDs

Ladder logic

Motors

Electrical maintenance

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree/2-year technical degree

Job description

Position Summary

Hartwell, GA is home to one of our mostversatile factories, where we can switch product lines with speed and efficiency.We takepride inoffering our associates purpose-driven careers that help usdeliverthe brands that our customers trust andpetslove.We alsogive backtoourcommunitythroughsupportoflocal pet shelters and rescues,educationand hunger relief programs, andmoretomake animpact beyond our factory walls.Our commitment to making a positive impact also includescaringfor the environment we sharethrough efforts such asconserving water, investing in renewable electricity,andmaintainingzero waste for disposal.

• Candidate must be willing to work 12-hour shifts on a 3,2,2 schedule either day or overnights
• Remain proficient with the operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of industrial electrical control systems, electromechanical systems, and fluid power.
• Maintain and troubleshoot material handling systems such as the automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) in the warehouse.
• Understand how automated equipment and its components work; utilize knowledge of PLC programming to troubleshoot production equipment without modifying programing.
• Properly use mechanical and electrical tools and diagnostic instruments.
• Work independently and collaboratively to maintain equipment and solve technical problems.
• Operate forklift to move equipment or parts as needed.
• Remain proficient at utilizing computerized maintenance management systems and other digital tools.
• Utilize basic rigging, mechanical practices, pipefitting, and welding skills in an industrial environment.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as directed.
• Perform all tasks with safety and food safety best practices.
• Utilize knowledge and skills to train other employees.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent with 3+ years' industrial electrical/mechanical experience that includes knowledge in PLC troubleshooting, VFDs, ladder logic, motors, and electrical maintenance, etc. in a manufacturing, industrial, military or related environment

OR

• Associate degree/2-year Technical degree

Pay: $40.37 per hour

Bonus Eligibility: Yes

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 https://www.nestlejobs.com/nestle-in-the-us-benefits

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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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