Electro Mechanical Technician

Nestle

. Proactively maintain factory equipment .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeGaffney • South Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $26 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills, with proficiency in maintaining and optimizing factory equipment and systems. Capable of analyzing performance data and implementing continuous improvement strategies while adhering to safety and quality standards.

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Mechanical SkillsElectrical SkillsPLC KnowledgeFacilities Maintenance ExperienceContinuous Improvement Mindset

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Hard Skills

HydraulicsPneumaticsMechanical Drive Systems480V Power DistributionIndustrial WiringWeldingFabricationMachiningTroubleshooting Industrial Control SystemsReading Electrical Drawings

Soft Skills

Ability to Work IndependentlySelf-ManagementAnalytical SkillsDecision-MakingCoaching

Tools & Technologies

CMMSAMMTest EquipmentDiagnostic InstrumentsProduction Workflow Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDTwo Year Technical DegreeNestlé-Required CertificationsSanitary Welding CertificationArc Flash CertificationLOTO CertificationPermit-to-Work Certification

Industry Keywords

TPMLeanGMPFood SafetyFDASPCQMSEnvironmental ComplianceSafety ProceduresPermit-to-Work

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Flash

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Proactively maintain factory equipment
Identify, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical abnormalities
Perform scheduled preventative maintenance to reduce performance losses and improve equipment reliability
Maintain material handling and storage equipment
Troubleshoot power distribution systems up to 480 volts
Work with PLCs, motors, sensors, drives, basic electrical circuits, and device communication networks
Maintain hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical drive systems
Review and optimize maintenance plans and required spare parts
Maintain electrical and mechanical engineering drawings
Coach operators on adjustments and process changeovers
Build technical procedures and train technical resources
Use TPM/Lean continuous improvement systems
Document maintenance activities in the AMM/CMMS system
Create work orders, enter time, and provide technical feedback
Analyze maintenance and line performance data to improve maintenance plans and production lines
Maintain factory standards in accordance with SPC, QMS, permit-to-work, Nestlé, and legal requirements
Follow plant safety, environmental, quality, GMP, food safety, FDA, permitting, and LOTO procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school Diploma or GED
Two year Technical Degree in a maintenance-related area or equivalent work experience
Strong mechanical skills, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical drive systems
Facilities maintenance experience with chillers, air turnover units, cooling towers, HVAC, and dock doors
Welding, fabrication, and machining skills
Electrical skills including NEC, AC/DC circuits, 480V power distribution, and industrial wiring
Basic PLC and hardwire logic circuits knowledge
Knowledge of test equipment such as amp meters and meggers
Knowledge of motors, drives, and sensors
Ability to read and interpret machine, electrical, and facility drawings
Familiarity with CMMS and Production Workflow/Control systems
Ability to work independently, self-manage, and reprioritize tasks
Continuous improvement mindset
Ability to analyze data and make decisions/recommendations
Ability to work off-shifts, weekends, and extended 10- or 12-hour shifts
Ability to work every other Friday, Saturday, and Sunday on a 2-2-3 schedule
May require internal and external certifications such as sanitary welding, vibration, and thermography
Ability to obtain and maintain Nestlé-required certifications, including Arc Flash, LOTO, and PTWs
Proficiency troubleshooting and maintaining industrial electrical control systems, electromechanical systems, instrumentation, and fluid power
Ability to properly use mechanical and electrical tools and diagnostic instruments
Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and diagnose industrial control and distribution circuits
Ability to follow safety, environmental, GMP, quality, food safety, SPC, QMS, FDA, permitting, and LOTO requirements
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentives
401k with company match
Healthcare coverage
Competitive total rewards package
Inclusive workplace
Recruitment accommodations for applicants with disabilities