Maintenance Technician - $36.23

Company: Nestl-- Purina
Location: Batavia
Posted on: April 9, 2025

Job Description:

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness-We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

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POSITION SUMMARY

Introducing Nestl-- Purina's new Williamsburg Township, Ohio, factory - just 30 miles east of Cincinnati. This world-class factory will be built from the ground up to produce a wide variety of some of the most trusted and beloved pet care brands in the U.S. Our passionate team in Williamsburg Township will work in an environment that values safety, the latest technology in manufacturing and a culture of learning. Help us write the next chapter of Purina's history.

The Nestle Purina Maintenance Department is seeking to build a team of technicians with a variety of skillsets including but not limited to: general electrical and mechanical troubleshooting (motors, PLCs, conveyor systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, electrical wiring, welding, and bearing replacements). As a Maintenance Technician, you will have the opportunity to contribute your skills and background within a collaborative, cross-functional team. You will train on new equipment and aid in the execution of both planned maintenance and predictive maintenance activities.

The first several months of this role are project related with the goal of planning and developing the department as the Williamsburg Township facility approaches operational startup. This position will require travel up to 50% for training purposes to other Nestle Purina factory locations within the U.S. There will be little to no travel required once the facility is operational. This position will start out working a Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm schedule. Once the Williamsburg Township plant reaches operation, the shift will switch to nights (6PM-6AM), operating on 2-2-3 schedule (week one: two days on, two days off, three days on; week two: two days off, two days on, three days off).

The starting pay for this position is $36.23/hr. with a strategic Maintenance Progression Plan that provides for increasing wages up to $40.37/hr., based on knowledge/skill demonstration, technical assessments and performance reviews. In this role, you will enjoy a retention bonus totaling $7,500, overtime pay, a quarterly bonus, $500 Lifestyle Spending each year, full health benefits, 401k match, generous PTO, excellent maternity/paternity leave and more!

Primary Responsibilities

Responsible for following all plant safety rules and work rules. Your primary responsibility in all of the work you perform is to be safe.
Execute Planned Maintenance (PM) activities to proactively prevent failures and promote safe and efficient operations.
Create, revise and improve parts kits working with salary planner/scheduler to build part kits into SAP.
Work to reduce unplanned stoppages through effective root cause analysis.
Provide on-shift electrical and mechanical troubleshooting support to identify and repair technical breakdowns
Support a positive and collaborative culture with the expectation that Zero Safety Incidents, Zero Quality Defects, and Zero Preventable Stoppages is achievable.
Utilize our SAP system to properly log maintenance related information including work time, parts issuing, failure logs, and work order notes.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent
2+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, technical, warehouse, industrial, military, or related environment

Other

Must be willing to travel up to 50% for training purposes until factory operational startup and/or you are fully qualified in your role. There will be little to no travel required once the Williamsburg Township facility is operational.

Don't meet all the qualifications listed under "other"? These are preferred, but not required. When you apply for a role with Nestl-- Purina, we ensure that individual confidentiality is held to the highest regard. We are intentional about creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. We consider our associates our most valuable assets. Please apply for full consideration.

The approximate hourly pay for this position is $36.23. Please note that the pay provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

Nestl-- offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Nestle in the US Benefits - Nestl-- Careers (nestlejobs.com)

REQUISITION ID:

342255

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 Nestl--. 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. Nestl-- seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl-- home.

The Nestl-- Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected 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.

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