Electro Mechanical Technician

Electro Mechanical Technician

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.

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Position Summary:

Multi-skilled individual with primary responsibility to maintain equipment in a proactive safe manner; identify, troubleshoot and repair both mechanical and electrical abnormalities on all factory equipment. Perform all preventative maintenance as scheduled to drive down performance losses and increase equipment reliability. Build operator technical skills and capability.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain Factory Equipment –
  • Identify defects, execute preventative and predictive maintenance plan.
  • Work in various areas of the plant including: Process areas, Primary and secondary packaging equipment, Material handling and storage equipment
  • Maintain Power distribution system (up to 480 volts)
  • Control systems – Basic PLC I/O hardware troubleshooting, Motor, sensor, drives and Basic electrical circuits, Basic understanding of device communication networks
  • Mechanical system – Hydraulics, Pneumatics and Mechanical Drive systems
  • Troubleshooting and problem solving skills to maintain, optimize and improve production equipment, with key plant indicators such as safety, quality, cost.
  • Review maintenance plans and optimize to drive reliability of equipment.
  • Use, validate, and redline engineering drawings (electrical and mechanical)
  • Understand factory's key processes (including Industrial Services, Quality, etc.)
• Build capability –
  • Coach operator skills- adjustments / changeovers for new and improvements in existing process. For example: new centerlines, improved cleaning process, improved changeover process, elimination of a Source of Contamination (SOC) or Hard to Reach Places (HTRP).
  • Transfer of operational tasks such as lubrication and inspection
  • Build technical procedures
  • Train other technical resources
• CMMS system (SAP-AMM) – Access and utilize AMM to accurately document all maintenance activities in AMM
  • Identify and create Work orders
  • Perform time entry and technical feedback on work performed
  • Improve Maintenance Plans
  • Provide feedback to Maintenance Planner related to current line performance and opportunities to improve
  • Review required spare parts to ensure accurate bill of materials

Requirements and Minimum Education Level:

High school Diploma or GED required. 2 Years of Equivalent Work Experience AND/OR Two-year Technical Degree in Maintenance related area such as Maintenance Technical/Mechanical, Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Maintenance, Electronics technology required. Able to work off-shifts, weekends & extended shifts (i.e. 10 hrs., 12 hrs.)

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Mechanical Skills:
  • Hydraulics
  • Pneumatic
  • Mechanical drive systems
  • Utility Systems (air, steam, refrigeration etc.)
• Electrical Skills:
  • Knowledge and ability to interpret National Electrical Code
  • Power Systems and Distribution (up to 480V)
  • Control Systems Basic PLC / hardwire logic circuits knowledge Motor Control Circuits Safety Circuits
  • Instrumentation and Field Devices Analog and discrete devices Knowledge and use of test equipment (amp meter, megger, etc.)
• Other Skills:
  • Familiar with CMMS and Production Workflow/Control systems
  • Principle of operation
  • Read and interpret machine, electrical and facility drawings
  • Operate, troubleshoot, and diagnose industrial systems
  • Obtain and maintain certifications required by Nestle policies (i.e. Arc Flash, LOTO, PTWs, etc.)
• Other Technical Skills (as required):
  • Welding, fabrication and machining skills May require internal & external certification such as sanitary welding, vibration, thermography, etc.

Core Skills:

Communication skills-Able to communicate verbally with leaders and co-workers to accomplish tasks in an open and honest manner. Ability to give and receive feedback, ask questions and challenge respectfully. Work in a team environment where a positive attitude, healthy conflict resolution, engagement, and personal accountability is expected.

Critical Thinking Skills-Able to reason, solve problems, analyze graphs, interpret data, troubleshoot equipment and systems. Participate and lead process improvement projects, make decisions based on analysis, able to read instructions and engineering documents, attention to detail, and accurately record information. Locate information in a resourceful manner.

Willingness to support an open positive Nestle culture and follow established values. Integrate into all parts of the operation to support the facility in achieving our goals & objectives. Proactive individual that takes responsibility for their equipment, line, coworkers and the continuous improvement of the operation.

Accountable for personal development and improvement. Train and build competency in others.

Employee must come to work promptly and regularly, work independently with minimal supervision at times under stressful conditions, work within deadlines, be able to work professionally with others at all times and in all situations. Ability to work in a fast paced environment & handle multiple tasks.

Safety and Environmental:

• Follow safety & environmental objectives & targets, follow the plant safety rules, report incidents & unsafe conditions immediately, maintain compliance with regulations, and refer to the Safety & Environmental Management System(s) on all related procedures and programs.
• Capability to follow work standards and full adherence to all safety permitting and facility LOTO requirements while executing tasks.
• Ability to demonstrate safe practices and tools for while working with low voltage and medium voltage electrical systems and components

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 View email address on click.appcast.io or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: View phone number on click.appcast.io. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at Job Requisition: 410182