Mechanical Maintenance Technician - Starting Pay $29.41 Per Hour

Nestlé Purina North America; Hereford (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé Purina North America in Hereford, TX, is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to provide regular and preventative maintenance on plant equipment, ensuring safe and efficient operations. You will troubleshoot, diagnose and repair mechanical failures, perform preventive checks, manage storeroom ordering, and participate in risk assessments.

Weekend, overtime, and back-shift availability are required. This role supports a leading pet nutrition manufacturer committed to safety, quality, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of mechanical maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, technical, automotive or military environment.
• Must have basic proficiency of English language to comply with verbal and written directions, signs, policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Equipment troubleshooting and repair.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical failure.
• Perform required preventative maintenance checks and report all problems to supervision.
• Maintain quality workmanship in the department as required by supervision.
• Utilize ordering procedures in the maintenance storeroom.
• Must be willing to work weekends, overtime and back shifts.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance experience

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

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

Discover opportunities at our Hereford factory. We don't just make pet food—we innovate as one agile team and are committed to improving the lives of those we love most, including our pets. Founded in 1988, our Hereford location is a leader in natural and organic pet food. We believe our people are the heart of our success, investing in both our team and our shared future. Join us in this tight-knit community, where we create nutritious and wholesome food for pets, and be part of one of the fastest growing businesses in pet care.

As a Maintenance Mechanic, you will provide regular and preventative maintenance in a safe and efficient manner to all plant equipment and use a wide variety of different tools and equipment to maintain and repair equipment. You are also responsible for reviewing and actively participating in the risk assessments.

• Equipment troubleshooting and repair.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical failure.
• Perform required preventative maintenance checks and report all problems to supervision.
• Maintain quality workmanship in the department as required by supervision.
• Utilize ordering procedures in the maintenance storeroom.
• Must be willing to work weekends, overtime and back shifts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ years of mechanical maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial, technical, automotive or military environment
• Must have basic proficiency of English language to comply with verbal and written directions, signs, policies and procedures

Pay: $29.41 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

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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Job Requisition: 416563

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