Journeyman Maintenance Technician (Class A multi-craft) starting pay $39.33

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.

Position Summary

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, Nestlé Purina has been enriching the lives of pets and the people who love them for over 130 years. Located just outside Atlanta, our Fairburn factory is one of the largest pet food manufacturing facilities in the Nestlé Purina network. We proudly produce some of the most trusted brands in pet care while fostering a culture built on safety, quality, continuous improvement, and development.

As a Journeyman Maintenance Technician (Class A multi-craft) , your role in the bigger picture is to ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of highly automated manufacturing equipment. This advanced multi-craft position requires expertise across electrical, controls, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and welding disciplines. You will troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and improve complex production systems while serving as a technical resource and mentor to other maintenance team members.

If you're ready to apply your advanced maintenance expertise in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, join our Purina Family and help us shape What's Next.

You will enjoy competitive weekly pay, 12 company holidays, 2 floating holidays, fully company funded pension, 401k match, shift differential eligibility, daily and weekly potential overtime pay, up to 6% quarterly bonus, full health benefits, paid time off, excellent maternity/paternity leave and so much more!

Must be open to work all shifts.

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, robotic, and automated manufacturing equipment.

• Diagnose and repair PLC-controlled systems, operator interfaces, motor controls, VFDs, and process control equipment.

• Read, interpret, and modify PLC ladder logic to improve equipment performance and reliability.

• Troubleshoot and maintain three-phase motors, power distribution equipment, switchgear, control panels, and electrical systems.

• Perform mechanical repairs on bearings, gearboxes, drive systems, conveyors, and other production equipment.

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical components, conduit, control wiring, and motors while supporting hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

• Utilize welding, fabrication, machining, and hand tools to complete equipment repairs and modifications.

• Adhere to all safety, preventative maintenance, documentation, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements while mentoring and supporting other maintenance technicians.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Minimum 5 years of verifiable industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Journeyman-level maintenance skills demonstrated through one or more of the following:

• Industrial Technology Associate Degree

• Completed apprenticeship program (verifiable journeyman’s’ card)

• Technical certification – Federal/State/City/Municipality industrial certification or license, Union Hall industrial certification or license, Professional Organization industrial license or School or Military industrial certification.

The approximate hourly pay for this position is $39.33 per hour. The pay progression plan to a Maintenance Class AA is $41.60 per hour. Please note that the pay range 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 background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.

Nestlé 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. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)

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 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 [email protected] or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

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Job Requisition: 412185