Maintenance Mechanic 1

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Gaffney, SC

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Maintenance Mechanic 1 maintains, troubleshoots, and improves mechanical equipment and systems to support optimal plant performance. The role performs preventive maintenance, supports system upgrades and capital or extraordinary maintenance projects, and works collaboratively across departments while following safety and compliance requirements. The mechanic maintains and troubleshoots production equipment and related mechanical and power-transfer systems, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and drive systems, as well as bushings, bearings, idlers, gearboxes, pumps, valves, fasteners, seals, gaskets, steam, plumbing, and piping. The position performs preventive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), reviews and updates engineering drawings and diagrams, and maintains accurate system documentation. The mechanic also coaches operators on process control, adjustments, changeovers, and technical skills; contributes to line-improvement, safety, and quality problem-solving; and supports TPM/Lean initiatives and maintenance-plan optimization. The role includes proactively identifying and resolving safety issues, assisting with project scopes, design reviews, and system start-ups, and carrying out additional duties assigned by leadership. The employee must follow company, plant, and regulatory safety, environmental, quality, and food-safety requirements; participate in continuous-improvement and training activities; follow standard operating procedures; accurately complete documentation; and support housekeeping and 5S initiatives. Work is performed on scheduled shifts, with flexibility for overtime, weekends, and off-shift coverage.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
One to two years of previous work experience; manufacturing experience is preferred.
Basic mechanical skills, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical drive systems.
Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
Good communication skills.
Basic proficiency in English to comply with verbal and written directions, signs, policies, and procedures.
Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret written materials and communicate effectively.
Ability to work scheduled shifts with flexibility for overtime, weekends, and off-shift coverage.
Ability to meet the position's safety, environmental, quality, food-safety, and documentation procedures.

Nice To Haves

Two-year technical degree in industrial maintenance, electromechanical maintenance, or a related field.
Basic welding and fabrication skills, including MIG, TIG, and Stick.
Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Maintain and troubleshoot production equipment and mechanical and power-transfer systems, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and drive systems; bushings, bearings, and idlers; gearboxes, pumps, valves, fasteners, seals, and gaskets; steam; plumbing; and piping.
Perform preventive maintenance on electrical and mechanical systems using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
Review and update engineering drawings, schematics, and P&ID diagrams.
Maintain accurate documentation for electrical and mechanical systems.
Coach operators on process control, including adjustments, changeovers, and technical skills.
Participate in problem-solving for line improvements and safety and quality issues.
Support TPM and Lean initiatives and optimize maintenance plans.
Identify and resolve safety issues proactively.
Assist with project scopes, design reviews, and system start-ups.
Follow company, plant, and regulatory safety and environmental requirements, including GMP, SHE, and ISO practices.
Inspect and wear required PPE; follow LOTO procedures and keep body parts away from moving machinery.
Report unsafe conditions, spills, and incidents immediately; dispose of waste properly, recycle when possible, and follow HAZCOM procedures.
Apply allergen-control, sanitation, thermal-processing, metal-detection, and foreign-material-prevention guidelines; complete safety training and perform risk assessments.
Comply with quality procedures, Nestlé standards, and FDA, USDA, and other applicable requirements; promptly report food-safety or quality incidents and concerns.
Maintain recipe confidentiality, report deviations, follow quality-assurance protocols, and complete required Quality and Food Safety training.
Participate in continuous-improvement initiatives and work groups, TPM, Lean, and Standard Work initiatives; contribute ideas to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
Complete required training to develop technical and operational skills.
Communicate professionally across teams, collaborate cross-functionally, participate in team meetings, and maintain confidentiality and accurate documentation.
Follow associated SOPs; read, comprehend, and interpret written materials; communicate effectively; and complete required documentation accurately and on time.
Work scheduled shifts with flexibility for overtime, weekends, and off-shift coverage.
Use chemicals only as directed and seek assistance when needed; participate in safety, quality, and housekeeping initiatives, including 5S.
Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.