Maintenance Technician

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

As a Maintenance Technician, we’ll count on you to support the maintenance of all plant systems, including facilities, unloading, processing, packing, and warehouse operations. You’ll troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical equipment while always working in a safe manner. Our Maintenance Technicians work in a climate-controlled shop and play a major role in machine reliability and process improvements across our plant. 

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

Benefits  

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (Broad Portfolio of Insurance Options, Deductibles and Copays Including Health Savings Account) 
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance, as well as employee elected supplemental 
• 401(k) with company matching 
• Pension – Company funded 
• Paid vacation 
• Maintenance Progression Plan – starting pay is $36.38/hr with potential to earn up to $43.47/hr 
• Paid maternity/paternity leave 
• Tuition reimbursement program 
• Employee appreciation events 
• Quarterly Performance Incentive Plan 

Responsibilities  

• 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 and packaging equipment 
• Maintain wastewater system, boiler operations, pumps, 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 

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. Our dedicated associates come together to produce all the wet and dry coatings for our pet food brands nationwide, making this location’s support vital to our operations and truly one-of-a-kind. We also do our part to care for the environment through sustainability measures such as water conservation, renewable electricity investment, and zero waste management. Join us in Hager City, where we work as one to create exceptional pet food coatings.

Pay: $36.38 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  

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: 416818