Reliability Technician

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Jonesboro, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Reliability Technician is responsible for supporting daily manufacturing operations by improving equipment reliability under the general direction of the maintenance supervisor. This on-site position helps build a proactive maintenance culture leveraging data analysis, floor observations, and technical problem solving to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience in reliability maintenance, manufacturing or industrial maintenance, or similar technical role
Ability to work safely in fast-paced manufacturing setting
Hands-on knowledge of industrial equipment, troubleshooting, and maintenance practices
Familiarity with manufacturing equipment systems and operations
Understanding of safety, quality, and food manufacturing requirements
Ability to analyze equipment issues and identify root causes
Ability to analyze, interpret, and utilize data sets
Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance concepts
Experience using SAP or other CMMS systems
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Knowledge of LOTO and Confined Space standards
Ability to understand and follow Permit to Work standards
Strong PC and keyboarding skills
Ability to safely operate machine and hand tools
Ability to work off-shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering Technology, or similar preferred
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education preferred
Must complete Level II training and pass skills evaluation
Candidate must complete Level II requirements by first evaluation period following first year in role
Completed Level II training and skill evaluation upon hire preferred
Change management experience preferred

Responsibilities

Work safely in a manufacturing environment and follow safety procedures including PPE, LOTO, and Permit to Work requirements.
Follow factory management systems for human safety, food safety, and environmental management.
Promote safe work practices and support quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Execute predictive maintenance systems and support new technology initiatives.
Support preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
Work with operators and technicians to identify chronic losses and improvement opportunities.
Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
Partner with production, quality, safety, and engineering teams to improve uptime and compliance.
Support continuous improvement initiatives.
Review equipment history and maintenance records in SAP or CMMS tools.
Monitor equipment condition and performance.
Provide daily technical support to manufacturing and maintenance teams.
Troubleshoot equipment failures and support rapid restoration.
Support planning and scheduling activities.
Assist with spare parts accuracy, BOM updates, and maintenance documentation.
Maintain positive working relationships.
Follow factory rules, procedures, and practices.
Complete required training and development activities.
Perform all other assigned duties.