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Position Summary

Just 65 miles from Center City Philadelphia, Allentown is near many major Northeastern U.S. cities, which makes it an ideal location for manufacturing and distributing consumer goods. We utilize thermal processing and high-speed canning to produce varieties of our Friskies®, Beneful® and Pro Plan® brands—product lines that we have carefully produced, packaged, and shipped since 1958. Together, we contribute to Allentown's identity as a busy industrial city, as well as a beautiful rural environment that we are truly proud to call home. That’s why we not only make high quality food for pets but our factory is also doing our part to care for the environment we share, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity and maintaining zero waste for disposal. 

As a Maintenance Mechanic, you’ll gain a basic working knowledge of all equipment necessary for Plant Operation. This includes (but not limited to) lubrication, preventive maintenance (PM’s), repairs, and modifications. Use your problem-solving mindset to perform basic mechanical maintenance as directed while always working in a safe and efficient manner.

**The current shift option for this role is 6:00PM - 6:00AM. Must be open and available to work weekends and nights.**

• Have the ability to perform basic mechanical work related to the installation or repair of equipment in use in the Wet Plant operation.
• Perform lubrication, preventive maintenance, and repairs as specified by an approved work order or directed by the Maintenance Supervisor or Production Supervisor. 
• Clean up materials, containers, applicators, shavings, etc. as part of each repair or project before going to the next assigned task.  Maintain the sanitation housekeeping of the area and comply with good manufacturing practice requirements. 
• Use prescribed protective safety equipment and perform all work in a safe manner following all established policies and procedures.
• Be able to read, follow, and interpret basic types of piping schematics as well as blueprints, illustrated part’s breakdown, etc., essential to this plant. 
• Be able to replace bearing, seals, shafts, drive components (e.g., sheaves, sprockets, chain, belts, etc.) throughout the Wet Plant. 
• Obtain and maintain a company forklift operator’s license.
• Utilize PdM (Predictive Maintenance) tools such as handheld vibration analyzer, sonic tester, laser aligner, and a thermal imager to detect and diagnose equipment issues.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED Equivalent.
• 1+ years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, military, or related environment required.

The approximate hourly pay for this position is $36.16. 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, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location.

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 About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com).

REQUISITION ID
350752

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