Reliability Technician

Nestlé; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Healthcare coverage

Performance-based incentives

Broad range of benefits

Job summary

Nestlé is seeking a Reliability Technician to support daily manufacturing operations by improving equipment reliability under the maintenance supervisor. This on-site role emphasizes data analysis, floor observations, and hands-on problem solving to boost safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.

The 1st shift runs 6:00 AM–6:30 PM with a crew schedule, and the pay rate is $37.20/hr. The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s degree or higher in Industrial Maintenance or Engineering

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of reliability/industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience with SAP or CMMS systems.
• Knowledge of safety, food manufacturing requirements.
• Level II training completed or in progress.
• Ability to analyze equipment issues and identify root causes.

Responsibilities

• Work safely in a manufacturing environment following PPE, LOTO, and Permit to Work requirements.
• Follow factory management systems for safety, quality, and environmental management.
• Promote safe work practices and support quality and regulatory requirements.
• Execute predictive maintenance systems and support new technology initiatives.
• Support preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Collaborate with operators and technicians to identify chronic losses and improvement opportunities.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Partner with production, quality, safety, and engineering teams to improve uptime.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review equipment history in SAP/CMMS and monitor performance.
• Provide daily technical support to manufacturing and maintenance teams.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and support rapid restoration.
• Assist with spare parts accuracy, BOM updates, and maintenance documentation.

Skills

Reliability maintenance

Industrial maintenance

SAP/CMMS

Safety procedures

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

LOTO awareness

Permit to Work

Education

Associate's degree in Industrial Maintenance/Engineering Technology

High school diploma or GED

Level II training

Tools

SAP

CMMS

Job description

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Position Summary

The Reliability Technician is responsible for supporting daily manufacturing operations by improving equipment reliability under the general direction of the maintenance supervisor. This on-site position helps build a proactive maintenance culture leveraging data analysis, floor observations, and technical problem solving to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost.

Shift: 1st Shift (6:00AM-6:30PM)

Schedule: Crew Shift

Pay Rate: $37.20/hr

Position Qualifications

Education

• Associate’s Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering Technology, or similar preferred
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education preferred
• Must complete Level II training and pass skills evaluation
• Candidate must complete Level II requirements by first evaluation period following first year in role
• Completed Level II training and skill evaluation upon hire preferred

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in reliability maintenance, manufacturing or industrial maintenance, or similar technical role

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work safely in fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Hands‑on knowledge of industrial equipment, troubleshooting, and maintenance practices
• Familiarity with manufacturing equipment systems and operations
• Understanding of safety, quality, and food manufacturing requirements
• Ability to analyze equipment issues and identify root causes
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and utilize data setsKnowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance concepts
• Experience using SAP or other CMMS systems
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of LOTO and Confined Space standards
• Ability to understand and follow Permit to Work standards
• Strong PC and keyboarding skills
• Ability to safely operate machine and hand tools
• Change management experience preferred
• Ability to work off-shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Work safely in a manufacturing environment and follow safety procedures including PPE, LOTO, and Permit to Work requirements.
• Follow factory management systems for human safety, food safety, and environmental management.
• Promote safe work practices and support quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Execute predictive maintenance systems and support new technology initiatives.
• Support preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Work with operators and technicians to identify chronic losses and improvement opportunities.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Partner with production, quality, safety, and engineering teams to improve uptime and compliance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review equipment history and maintenance records in SAP or CMMS tools.
• Monitor equipment condition and performance.
• Provide daily technical support to manufacturing and maintenance teams.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and support rapid restoration.
• Support planning and scheduling activities.
• Assist with spare parts accuracy, BOM updates, and maintenance documentation.
• Maintain positive working relationships.
• Follow factory rules, procedures, and practices.
• Complete required training and development activities.
• Perform all other assigned duties.

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)

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.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at [e-mail] or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.