Maintenance Technician - Starting at $33.54hr - 12hr shift (6pm-6am)

Company: Nestl-- Purina
Location: Jefferson
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

Nestle Purina Petcare (NPPC) is a world-class manufacturer of pet food; we're a leader in the pet care industry. We are expanding our manufacturing operations and are looking for career minded individuals to join our world class team. We have over 100 years of history manufacturing at our location, high levels of automation, and clean food grade work environment. Working for a global company provides you with the opportunity to work locally with global impact and have fun doing it! We are committed to being an Employer of choice in Southern Wisconsin and offering our employees a variety of traditional and modern benefits.

We are currently accepting applications for Industrial Maintenance Technicians for our production facility in Jefferson, WI, conveniently located off the Route 26 bypass south of Interstate 94 between Watertown, Janesville, and Madison. Starting pay is $33.54hr., with a Maintenance Progression Plan that provides for increasing wages up to $39.25/hr., based on knowledge/skill demonstration and performance reviews.

These are full-time positions with available shift options:

Nights from 6:00pm-6:00am, alternating two-week schedule that has 3 workdays one week and 4 workdays the next, resulting in two 3-day weekends every month and plenty of time off during the week.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (Broad Portfolio of Insurance Options, Deductibles and Copays Including Health Savings Account)
Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance, as well as employee elected supplemental
401(k) with company matching
Pension - Company funded
Paid Vacation
Maintenance Progression Plan - pay for skill program
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Tuition reimbursement Program
Employee appreciation events
Quarterly Performance Incentive Plan

Responsibilities

Maintain Automated Industrial Equipment in a high-speed canning facility.
Make minor repairs on general plant machinery such as fans, blowers, conveyors, belts, mechanical and screw conveyors.
Work with the Engineering Department on new installations and machine improvements.
Work with the Production Team to improve the efficiency of the machines and processes.
Apply basic electrical and electronic principals in the installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of plant systems.
Utilization of computerized maintenance software and programs to maximize efficiency and data collection/analysis.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
1+ year of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, technical, warehouse, industrial, military, or related environment OR a technical degree / certification complete

REQUISITION ID
326449

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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