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.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

The Electromechanical Technician is a multi-skilled professional responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment to ensure maximum uptime and performance. This role ensures proactive maintenance, rapid resolution of equipment issues, and continuous improvement of mechanical and electrical systems across the facility. The technician also supports operator training to build technical capability and operational excellence.

• Pay rate of $35.67/hr, plus shift differential
• Schedule:
  
  Monday to Friday. 2nd Shift, 1:30pm-10pm. Potential Weekends based on Business Need
• 401K with company match
• Health, Dental & Vision (eligibility following 30 days of employment)
• Paid Time Off
• 11 paid annual holidays
• Onsite store
• Tuition reimbursement, wellness programs & lifestyle spend
• Pet adoption assistance

Mechanical Responsibilities

• Service, diagnose, and repair production equipment.

• Apply working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, chain/belt drives, bearings, gearboxes, pumps, valves, fasteners, seals, gaskets, mechanical fabrication, and rigging.

• Follow work standards and comply with LOTO and all safety permitting.

Electrical & Automation Responsibilities

• Service and repair production electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, AC/DC motors, transformers, machine and line control devices, instrumentation, and VFDs.

• Demonstrate safe work practices with low- and medium-voltage systems.

• Interpret and troubleshoot basic PLC logic.

• Ingredient handling and preparation systems.

• Milk plant systems: cold separator, CIP plant, standardization.

• Packaging equipment: labelers, case packers, palletizers, conveyors.

• Storage and retrieval systems including cranes and automated conveyors.

Maintenance Execution

• Perform Preventive and Predictive Maintenance per schedule.

• Create follow-up work notifications and improvement recommendations in SAP.

• Complete all assigned work safely, efficiently, and to standard.

• Lead or support continuous improvement activities including PM optimization and NCE initiatives.

• Review and recommend spare parts for optimal warehouse service levels.

• Provide technical training to operators.

• Support a positive workplace culture aligned with Nestlé values.

• Engage as an active team member to achieve site goals in safety, quality, and cost.

Education

- High School Diploma or GED required.

- Two-year technical degree in Industrial or Electromechanical Maintenance, Robotics, or related field preferred.

- Internal/external certifications may be required.

Experience

- 1–3 years in a manufacturing environment required (food industry preferred).

- 1+ years of industrial electrical/controls experience preferred.

- Understanding of automated equipment and component functionality.

- Proficient in industrial electrical systems, electromechanical troubleshooting, instrumentation, and fluid power.

- Ability to read and interpret control circuits and ladder logic.

- Skilled in mechanical/electrical tools and diagnostic instruments.

- Effective communication with operators, trades, and plant personnel.

- Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.

- Familiarity with CMMS software and production workflows (SAP preferred).

- Strong…