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Electro Mechanical Technician

Foods people love. Brands people trust. And a career that nourishes your future like no other.

If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestlé is the place for you. Nestlé USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestlé’s presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.

Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Perform all preventative maintenance as scheduled to reduce downtime and increase equipment reliability. Build operator technical skills and capability.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:

Comprehensive Nestlé benefits after 30 days of employment

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH:

• Maintain Distribution Center Equipment –
• Identify defects, execute maintenance plan and troubleshoot equipment.
• Work in various areas of the DC: Case and Layer Picking, Shipping& Receiving Dock, Rail Dock, etc
• Understand Power distribution system (up to 480 volts)
• Control systems – Basic PLC, 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 processes and performance, with key indicators such as safety, quality, and cost.
• Review maintenance plans and optimize to drive reliability of equipment.
• Review required spare parts to keep maximize technical warehouse service factor.
• Reviews and reads engineering drawings (electrical and mechanical)
• Build capability –
• Coach operator skills- on operation and troubleshooting existing process and equipment.
• Build technical procedures for proper operation and maintenance of equipment
• Train other technical resources and needed
• Use of continuous improvement tool such as TPM / Lean
• Computerized Maintenance Management System (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
• Analyze data to improve the maintenance plan
• Improve / Create necessary task list
• Analyze line performance data and provide line improvement support based on findings and analysis.
• Core Skills – Skills and behaviors expected.
• Ability to work as a team
• Positive conflict resolution skills
• Accountable for personal development
• A strong commitment to improving line performance and reliability.
• Maintain safety and quality standards – perform required work in accordance with defined procedures; SPC, QMS, Permit to work and other Nestle and Legal requirements.

SKILLS:

• Strong Mechanical skills (Hydraulic, pneumatic & mechanical drive systems, and Principle of operation)
• Welding, fabrication and machining skills
• Electrical skills (NEC, AC & DC circuits, 480V power distribution, industrial wiring).
• Basic Electrical circuits
• Basic PLC / hardwire logic circuits knowledge
• Knowledge and use of test equipment (amp meter, megger, etc)
• Knowledge of Motors, Drives, sensors.
• Read and interpret machine, electrical and facility drawings
• Familiar with CMMS and Production Work Flow/Control systems.
• Ability to be self-managed performing work unsupervised, re-priorities as necessary
• Must demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset.
• Good communication skills with operators, other technicians and resources.
• Ability to analyze data and make decisions/recommendations based on analysis.
• Ability to integrate into all parts of the operation to support the facility in achieving our goals & objectives
• Able to work in a team environment where honest communication, a positive attitude, engagement, and personal accountability is expected.
• Able to work off-shifts, weekends & extended shifts (i.e. 10 hrs., 12 hrs.)
• May require internal & external certification such as Sanitary welding, vibration, thermography, etc.
• Understand how automated equipment and its components work.
• Remain proficient with the operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of industrial electrical control systems, electromechanical systems, instrumentation, and fluid power.
• Properly use mechanical and electrical tools and diagnostic instruments.
• Understand the operating principles and function of the electrical control and power components and circuits utilized in automated equipment.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and diagnose industrial circuits used in control and distribution.
• Obtain and maintain certifications required by Nestle policies (ie Arch Flash, LOTO, PTWs, 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

QUALITY:

• Follow all required GMP, quality and food safety requirements. In addition, employee shall notify their supervisor or other designated personnel of all quality or food safety findings or incidents
• Maintain Quality Control standards. Perform through SPC and in compliance with QMS Advanced Level standards and all FDA requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school Diploma or GED
• Two year Technical Degree in Electrical/Maintenance related area such as Maintenance Technical/Mechanical, Industrial Maintenance, Mechanical Maintenance, Electronics technology or Electrical and Automation or equivalent work experience.

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

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 an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined 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.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

De Kalb, IL, US, 60115