Industrial Maintenance Technician (Starting Pay at $33.85 per hour)

Wisconsin Ag Connection; Minnesota; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team dedicated to excellence in pet care as a full-time Industrial Maintenance Technician. In this role, you will maintain and troubleshoot critical plant systems, ensuring operational efficiency and safety. With a competitive starting pay and opportunities for growth, this position offers a unique chance to contribute to a company that values integrity and teamwork. Enjoy a rotating night shift schedule with weekends off, and be part of a mission-driven organization that cares for both pets and the environment. Your skills will directly impact the production of quality pet food coatings while working in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

401K Savings Plan

Company-matched contributions

Earned vacation

Sick and personal time

Opportunities for overtime

Qualifications

• 1+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing or related environment.
• Knowledge of electrical systems, mechanical systems, and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot plant systems including mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Work in a climate-controlled shop and ensure machine reliability.

Skills

Mechanical Maintenance

Electrical Maintenance

Hydraulic Systems

Pneumatic Systems

Troubleshooting

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational Certificate in Mechatronics

2-Year Technical Degree

Tools

Multimeters

Megohmmeters

Process Simulators

Job description

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

Rooted in a rich railroad heritage, Hager City is one of our two factories in Wisconsin located across the Mississippi River from Red Wing, Minnesota and about 250 miles from our location in Jefferson. Over 50 dedicated associates come together to produce wet and dry coatings for our pet food brands nationwide, making this location truly special. We also work to do our part to care for the environment we share, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity, and maintaining zero waste for disposal. Just a stone's throw away from Red Wing, Minnesota, enjoy stunning Mississippi River views and a vibrant array of dining and shopping experiences. Join us in Hager City, where we work as one to create exceptional pet food coatings.

As a full-time Industrial Maintenance Technician, you will be eligible for the Nestl 401K Savings Plan with company-matched contributions (up to a limit) to help you save for retirement. You may be eligible for a retirement pension benefit. Purina offers earned vacation, sick, and personal time for you to use throughout the year as well as opportunities for overtime.

Starting pay is $33.85/hr with a Maintenance Progression Plan that provides for increasing wages up to $40.60/hr, based on knowledge/skill demonstration and performance reviews.

As an Industrial Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for the maintenance of all plant systems, which will include facilities, unloading, processing, packing, and warehouse operations. You will troubleshoot and repair both mechanical and electrical equipment. Working in a safe manner at all times, you will work in a climate-controlled maintenance shop and play a major role in machine reliability and process improvements across the plant.

This position will work night shift (7pm-7am) on a rotating weekly schedule with every other weekend off.

• 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, belt and screw conveyors, chain elevators, and packaging equipment
• Maintain wastewater system, boiler operations, cooling towers, and general building needs
• Complete predictive maintenance such as vibration analysis and oil sample collection

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and 1+ years maintenance experience in a manufacturing, technical, warehouse, industrial, military, or related environment

OR

• Vocational certificate in Mechatronics

OR

• 2 year technical degree completed

The approximate hourly pay rate for this position is $33.85 per hour including a shift differential for night shifts. 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.

REQUISITION ID: 342669

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 Nestl. 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. Nestl seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl home.

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