Maintenance Technician ($32.03/hour starting pay + $5,000 Sign-On Bonus!)

Company: Nestl-- Purina
Location: Saint Joseph
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.

Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.

POSITION SUMMARY

We have called the vibrant community of St. Joseph home for 30 years. Recognized with the All-America City Award, St. Joseph embodies the spirit of collaboration and exceptional results. Our wet dog and cat food factory, a special home for our passionate associates, produces millions of cases of flagship brands like Fancy Feast - and Beneful - Prepared Meals. Beyond our work, we actively support the United Way and United Cerebral Palsy foundations, raising $750,000 in the past five years. We're also doing our part to care for the environment we share, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity, and maintaining zero waste for disposal. With increased production, reinvestment, and a culture of continuous improvement, we unlock our fullest potential. Join our close-knit team focused on safety, personal growth, development, and community. What could you add to this remarkable mix?

Join our dynamic team as a Maintenance Multicraft Mechanic, where you'll play a key role in ensuring the optimal functionality and safety of our manufacturing equipment and machinery. You will engage in a variety of projects, tackling challenges across electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, pneumatics, and welding systems. If you're ready to expand your career in the world of manufacturing, apply today and help us deliver top-tier products for pets and the people who love them. We'll always challenge you to think: "What's Next"?

**This position offers a starting rate of $32.03/hour, $0.45/hour shift differential, and a $5,000 sign-on bonus**

Apply basic electrical and electronic principals in the installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of plant systems
Troubleshoot and maintain plant electrical and electronic equipment to competent level including operator interfaces, PLCs, process controllers, power supplies, etc.
Make minor repairs on general plant machinery such as fans, blowers, conveyors, belts, mechanical, and screw conveyors
Troubleshoot, calibrate, and program VFDs and PLC systems
Install and maintain switch gears, control wiring and components, over-current and overload protection for plant motors including three phase systems
Read, update, and build electrical schematics and documentation

REQUIREMENTS

3+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, technical, warehouse, industrial, military or related environment

OR

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent AND 1+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, technical, warehouse, industrial, military or related environment

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.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

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