Mechanic Maintenance

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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.

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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.

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Position Summary

Works under the supervision of the Maintenance Team Leader and the guidance of other members of maintenance / engineering, operations and plant management team.

Responsibilities

1. Always works in a safety conscious manner.

2. Assists in the cross training of Maintenance Team and other Team Members.

3. Assists in preflight of systems to ensure efficient start-ups.

4. Recommends improvements to reduce cost, production downtime and increase efficiency in area of responsibility. Implements improvements as approved.

5. Consistently applies effective troubleshooting skills.

6. Completes cost-effective repairs in a timely manner.

7. Interprets and understands engineering drawings, manufacturer's instructions and plant maintenance procedures and specifications.

8. Maintains a positive working relationship with fellow team members and other departments. Communicates with various levels of supervision and management in all departments in a timely and professional manner.

9. Able to use and demonstrate proper care of tools and instruments required in job assignments.

10. Ensures that all machinery is in safe working condition. Adheres to safety policies and procedures and fosters a safe work environment.

11. Strictly adheres to proper Lockout / Tagout and Confined space procedures in all required situations.

12. Adheres to GMP, operational policies and procedures & ensures that contractors in area follow same.

13. Adheres to plant attendance policies.

14. Completes assigned work orders on a timely basis, including scheduled, emergency and preventative maintenance work orders.

Enters required data into the Nestlé CMMS program completely and accurately. Recommends changes to PM program to improve productivity.

15. Document any modifications made to systems i.e. wiring, programming, mechanical changes, etc.

16. Strives for a low level of downtime on equipment / systems in area of responsibility.

17. Solves repetitive problems in area of responsibility and ensures implementation and documentation. Works with Maintenance Team leaders and Engineer to solve particularly challenging problems.

18. Anticipates problems and takes appropriate action prior to a loss / downtime of facility / production equipment and systems.

Follows-up to eliminate repetitive downtime.

19. Assist in the organization and coordination of on-going training programs to increase departmental efficiency and effectiveness.

20. Actively monitors the preventative maintenance program to ensure that it is fully implemented and that all inspections and repairs are carried out on time.

21. Capable of working with little or no supervision.

22. Team members shall understand and follow factory management systems for human safety, food safety and / or environmental management.

Understand and actively work toward achieving management system targets and objectives.

23. Team members shall follow the plant rules, procedures, and / or practices related to management systems. Team members will report incidents and unsafe conditions immediately, maintain compliance with regulations, and refer to the appropriate management system on all related procedures and programs.

24. Complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Experience

• General knowledge and experience in power transmission, pneumatics, electrical, hydraulics etc. as applicable in manufacturing and packaging equipment.
• Working knowledge of common maintenance tools

Skills

• Must have good general mechanical and troubleshooting skills, good general maintenance knowledge and familiar with manufacturing equipment and systems and operation.
• Must have basic electrical skills to include troubleshooting of motors and electrical control circuits on production and packaging equipment.

Must be able to read electrical drawings and schematics for basic electrical circuits.

• Must have knowledge of Food Production Equipment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Nestlé Lockout / Tagout and Confined Space Policy.
• Must have knowledge of the Nestlé CDM Program and works within the Program guidelines.
• Must be able to use computer keyboard to enter various data into Nestlé CMMS program.
• Must have ability to operate simple Machine Tools
• Able to complete the Mechanical NOCTI test and pass at 68 or higher for all external candidates to start at this level.

All internal candidates will be accessed through internal evaluations.

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.