Electro-Mechanical Technician

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Hartwell, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electromechanical Technician maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and modifies production equipment, focusing on electrical and automation systems. The technician works with production and maintenance personnel to resolve problems and implement solutions quickly so factory assets operate efficiently. The role is based at Nestlé’s factory in Hartwell, Georgia, and requires willingness to work 12-hour shifts on a 3,2,2 schedule, either days or overnights.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent and at least 3 years of industrial electrical/mechanical experience in a manufacturing, industrial, military, or related environment, including knowledge of PLC troubleshooting, VFDs, ladder logic, motors, and electrical maintenance; OR an associate degree/2-year technical degree.
Willingness to work 12-hour shifts on a 3,2,2 schedule, either days or overnights.

Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and modify production equipment, with a focus on electrical and automation systems.
Remain proficient in operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining industrial electrical control systems, electromechanical systems, and fluid power.
Maintain and troubleshoot material handling systems, including the warehouse automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS).
Use knowledge of automated equipment and PLC programming to troubleshoot production equipment without modifying programming.
Use mechanical and electrical tools and diagnostic instruments properly.
Work independently and collaboratively with production and maintenance personnel to maintain equipment and solve technical problems.
Operate a forklift to move equipment or parts as needed.
Use computerized maintenance management systems and other digital tools.
Apply basic rigging, mechanical practices, pipefitting, and welding skills in an industrial environment.
Perform other miscellaneous duties as directed.
Perform tasks in accordance with safety and food safety best practices.
Use knowledge and skills to train other employees.