Foods people love. Brands people trust. And a career that nourishes your future like no other.
If you’re driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestlé is the place for you. Nestlé USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestlé’s presence in the United States. We’re in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.
We’re determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Foods people love. Brands people trust. And a career that nourishes your future like no other.
If you’re driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestlé is the place for you. Nestlé USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestlé’s presence in the United States. We’re in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.
We’re determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.
To get the results a company wants, the priority must be on the people performing the work. Through leadership program investments, ongoing company paid education, continuous improvement tools and processes, we believe in building your capability with skills that will be valued at any Fortune 500 company. We invest in our people because we believe in them and their ability to bring the best products possible to the consumer.
We are a company that started locally and has grown into a billion dollar business. We have small town roots with big business support. This means we can reward our employees’ dedication and loyalty with great benefit packages, 401k matches, quarterly bonus payout and the potential to grow in the company. It also means we provide not only our on-site company store packed with discounted products as a perk but also access to discounts to partners outside of the Nestle brands.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Electrical and Automation Technician is responsible for the daily electrical support for the factory. Additional duties include preventative maintenance and electrical support for capital and extraordinary maintenance projects. The position requires good communication skills and teamwork with all departments. Candidates will be chosen based on electrical competence and previous experience. Individuals will need strong time management skills, be self-motivated and self-directed to be able to complete in-plant electrical projects/repairs with minimal assistance. Also utilize equipment logs and reports, and data from computerized maintenance systems to track equipment reliability and manage time.
Pay:
Pay Range: $29-36.50/hr (does not include $1.50/hr 2nd shift differential or $3.00/hr 3rd shift differential) Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Electrical skills on the following technologies:
- PLCs: Pico, Mico, CompactLogix, SLC500, ControlLogix, Guardlogix and PLC-5
- Servo’s: Ultra, Kinetix
- Networks: Ethernet /IP, Sercos, DH-485, DH+ and Remote I/O
- Safety devices: Guard I/O, Safety relays
- Drives: 160, 1305, 1336, PF4, PF40, PF70
- Software: Linx, DriveExecutive, RSLogix5, RSLogix500, RSLogix5000, PanelBuilder32, FactoryTalk View, Asset Centre, BOOTP-DHCP Server, RSNetworx
- Computer Skills including familiarity with: Electrical Software, Outlook, Excel, Word, SAP, and SharePoint
- Calibration duties including:
- Acquire and maintain calibration training
- Calibrate flow meters, RTDs, thermocouples, pressure sensors, scales, etc.
- Documenting calibration results
- Assisting with outside resources performing calibration
- Skills on the following electrical testing devices to connect, set-up, and perform testing to troubleshoot plant issues
- Multimeters:AC,DC voltage and amperage, milliamp, millivolt, OHM’s , frequency and min/max readings
- Oscilloscope: AC,DC voltage and amperage, milliamp, millivolt, OHM’s , frequency and min/max readings
- Power Logger: AC connections
- IR Camera: Take images and review them with the Fluke software
- Calibration equipment: Calibration tester, dry blocks, etc.
- Daily checklist (start-up Electrical)
- Updating prints to reflect wiring changes
- Creating and improving PMs
- Participating in yearly plant shutdowns on the main electrical distribution systems
- Re-builds of contactors
- Removal and installation of equipment
- Maintain close working relationship with equipment operators and line team leaders
- Troubleshoot emergency equipment failures
- Abide by all plant rules/policies including safety, GMP regulations and perform good housekeeping practices
- Working with the other maintenance tech’s to increase their electrical skills
- Must be able to work in a team based environment with all departments
REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL:
To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following
- Associate Degree in an Industrial Electrical technical field such as Automation Systems Technology or electrical Industrial or E&I Journeyman is preferred.
- Highly skilled electrical troubleshooting of plc’s, servo’s, and safety relays for bad components or faulty wiring.
- Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to interpret and comprehend technical literature and print documentation (European, American, Italian)
- Working knowledge of switchboards, mcc’s, panel boards, control cabinets.
- Utilize a computer (laptop/desktop) to troubleshoot and repair faulty networked components.
- Obtaining and maintaining a Wisconsin state electrical license and continuing education may be required
- Obtaining calibration training and maintaining certification may be required
$5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS OR RELOCATION PACKAGE
Requisition ID
232861
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 Nestlé. 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. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined 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.