Maintenance Technician D|$3,750 Sign on Bonus

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. Our pet food factory in Zanesville is favorably located along the banks of the Muskingum River in scenic east-central Ohio halfway between Columbus and Wheeling, West Virginia. This 100-year-old facility was acquired by Nestlé Purina in 1987 and has since evolved to incorporate our innovative portfolio of products, processes, and technical equipment. Zanesville is the only Nestlé Purina location that produces Moist & Meaty® for all of the United States and Canada—packaged and shipped with the utmost quality and nutrition. We’re hiring Maintenance Technicians at our manufacturing facility in Zanesville, OH. The starting pay ranges from $30.28 to $39.60 with a Maintenance Progression Plan that provides increasing wages based on knowledge/skill demonstration and performance reviews. This position is also eligible for a $3,750 sign-on bonus . As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll complete preventative and predictive maintenance tasks to support machine reliability and process improvements while always working in a safe manner to troubleshoot and repair both mechanical and electrical equipment. 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 $500 Annually for Lifestyle Spending Maintenance Progression Plan – pay for skill program Paid maternity/paternity leave Tuition reimbursement Program Employee appreciation events Overtime Pay and Up to 5% Quarterly Bonus Responsibilities Maintenance of plant systems: mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and instrumentation. Install and program Variable Frequency Drives. Install control and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays, and circuit-breaker panels. Install, troubleshoot, and maintain switch gears, control wiring and components, overcurrent and overload protection for plant motors including three phase systems. Troubleshoot electrical controls systems including motors and PLCs. Use test equipment such as multimeters, megohmmeters, and process simulators. Repair gear reducers, belt and screw conveyors, chain elevators, and packaging equipment. Maintain wastewater system, boiler operations, cooling towers, and general building needs. Utilize thermal imaging and ultrasonic analysis. Requirements High School diploma or GED. 1+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, technical, warehouse, industrial, military, or related environment OR a two-year technical degree completed. Other Experience working with 480 industrial voltages preferred. Must be willing to work nights and weekends. 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 or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at . Job Requisition: 414371