Maintenance Technician

Position Summary

We're proud to introduce our state-of-the-art factory, located just 30 miles east of Cincinnati. From the ground up, our world-class facility in Batavia produces a diverse range of beloved and trusted pet care brands. Our passionate team thrives in an environment that prioritizes safety, cares for the environment, embraces cutting-edge manufacturing technology, and fosters a culture of continuous learning. Join us as we help shape the future of Nestlé Purina and write the next chapter of our history.?

As a Maintenance Technician, you will perform proactive and reactive maintenance on industrial mechanical and electrical systems and equipment. You will troubleshoot, repair and optimize production equipment. Day to day, you will coordinate with production, engineering and other maintenance personnel to conduct planned and predictive maintenance, solve problems and implement solutions quickly and safely to keep factory assets operating efficiently.

This position will initially work Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., and then transition into working 4, 10-hour days during training and orientation. Once 12 weeks of training and orientation are completed, the shift will transition to nights (6 p.m.-6 a.m.), operating on a 2-2-3 schedule format (week one: two days on, two days off, three days on; week two: two days off, two days on, three days off).

The starting pay for this position is $37.50/hr. with a strategic Maintenance Progression Plan that provides for increasing wages up to $41.78/hr., based on knowledge/skill demonstration, technical assessments and performance reviews. In this role, you will enjoy a retention bonus totaling $7,500, overtime pay, a quarterly bonus, annual $500 lifestyle spending account, full health benefits, 401k match, generous PTO and more!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with team members to maintain equipment and solve technical problems

• Model safety and share mechanical and electrical expertise to train other team members and champion a safety-first work environment

• Execute Planned Maintenance (PM) activities to proactively prevent failures and promote safe and efficient operations

• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems and equipment including motors, conveyors, bearings, gears, sprockets, valves, hydraulics, pneumatics and automation systems

• Work to reduce unplanned stoppages through effective root cause analysis

• Utilize mechanical and electrical tools, diagnostic instruments (meters), mechanical diagrams and schematics, computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and other digital tools to work safely and efficiently

• Perform basic rigging, mechanical practices and welding skills in an industrial environment

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• 2+ years of experience in maintenance and troubleshooting of complex mechanical equipment in a manufacturing, industrial, warehouse, military or related environment

OTHER

• Must be willing to work 6:00 p.m.-6:00 a.m. on a 2-2-3 schedule

The hourly pay for this position is $37.50. The pay progression plan is as follows: Maintenance Technician B $38.56/hour, Maintenance Technician A $41.78/hour. Please note that the pay 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.

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. Nestle in the US Benefits | 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.

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