About the Role
As a Mechanic A, you will be responsible for keeping production and facility equipment running at peak performance. You will handle complex repairs, troubleshoot issues across multiple systems, and support continuous improvement efforts. As a subject matter expert, you will also mentor others and help drive safety, efficiency, and reliability across the site.
Responsibilities
- Perform advanced mechanical, electrical, and electronic repairs
- Troubleshoot and maintain pneumatic, hydraulic, and steam systems
- Lead or support root cause analysis and problem-solving projects
- Monitor and maintain plant systems (boilers, compressors, HVAC, etc.)
- Use manuals, drawings, and technical resources to diagnose issues
- Maintain organized workspaces and inventory areas
- Support emergency repairs and scheduled maintenance
- Train and mentor lower-level technicians
- Follow safety rules, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and company policies
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required; technical school or journeyman background preferred
- 8+ years of maintenance experience, including 5+ years in manufacturing
- PLC programming experience preferred
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs and move throughout your shift
- Comfortable working around powders, chemicals, and food allergens
- Flexible to work overtime based on business needs
Skills
- Knowledge of PLCs (Allen Bradley, etc), with strong understanding of ladder logic
- Comfortable using CMMS and basic software (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Experience with SAP, Oracle, AS400, PQM, or Captiva preferred
- Strong attention to detail and organization
- Advanced math and reading skills
- Able to read blueprints and generate rough sketches
- Skilled in using hand tools, power tools, and machine shop equipment
- Knowledge of electrical testing tools and lubrication systems
- Team-oriented, dependable, and self-motivated
- Strong communication and leadership abilities
Work Type
- 1st shift
- Monday - Friday, 7:00AM - 3:30PM
Experience Level
- 8+ years of maintenance experience
- 5+ years in manufacturing
Education Level
- High school diploma or GED
- Technical school or journeyman background preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $37.44-$38.56 per hour
Benefits
- Performance-based incentives
- 401k with company match
- Healthcare coverage
- Broad range of other benefits
About the Company
- At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide.
- 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 Nestlé 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.
Equal Opportunity
- 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 accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.
