Mechanic B (Full-time) - Day Shift

Mechanic B (Full-time) - Day Shift

At Nestl Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life, Nature's Bounty, Vital Proteins, Orgain, Nuun, BOOST, Carnation Breakfast Essentials, Peptamen, Compleat Organic Blends, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases. At Nestl Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers. Must have basic proficiency of English language to comply with verbal and written directions, signs, policies and procedures.

SHIFT/SCHEDULE: This role operates on the 1st shift, with a schedule of 3-4 days per week (12-hour shift) rotating covering 7 days per week, 5:00 AM 5:30 PM. ONBOARDING SCHEDULE: To ensure a successful start and seamless integration into the team, this role includes a structured 45-day onboarding program, typically scheduled from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. All new employees are expected to complete this onboarding during their first week.

Job Summary: The Mechanic B is responsible for setting up and operating various types of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. This role involves interpreting technical drawings, maintaining equipment, and ensuring quality control throughout the manufacturing process. The Senior Machinist also mentors junior machinists and collaborates with engineering and production teams to optimize machining processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate CNC and manual machining equipment, including lathes, mills, and grinders.
• Interpret and analyze technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine machining processes and required tools.
• Conduct quality checks using precision measuring instruments to ensure adherence to specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve machining issues, making adjustments as necessary to maintain production efficiency.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Study blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, document sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Design and manufacture advanced work holding, jaws and fixtures.
• Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines as necessary to machine parts as required.
• Calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth of cut, or enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Start and observe machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls as required.
• Verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications, using measuring and inspection tools as necessary through first article inspection process.
• Confers with design/engineers, assembly personnel, fabricators, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve machining processes and reduce waste.
• Document production processes and maintain accurate records of work performed.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or certification in machining preferred.
• Experience as a machinist, with a minimum of 5 years in a senior or lead role.
• Proficient in operating CNC and manual machining equipment.
• Mastercam experience preferred.
• AutoCAD experience required.
• Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling, and materials.
• Excellent critical thinking skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift heavy materials and equipment. Prolonged periods of standing and working in a manufacturing environment.

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. The Nestl 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: 403469 San Antonio, TX, US, 78219