Electrical & Automation Technician

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.

Nestlé USA is seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical & Automation Technician to support and maintain process control systems, electrical infrastructure, and factory automation equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for proactively troubleshooting and repairing electrical and automation systems to minimize downtime and support operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will possess strong PLC and industrial electrical troubleshooting skills, experience with automation platforms and manufacturing systems, and the ability to work independently while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.

Pay Rate: $34‑$37/hr plus 3rd shift differential $2.25/hr

$400 a month attendance bonus

3rd shift Monday‑Friday, 10pm‑6:30am

• Troubleshoot PLCs, control panels, and associated automation hardware
• Support troubleshooting and maintenance of HMI systems
• Assist with PLC and HMI programming, testing, and commissioning
• Program Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
• Program servo motors
• Program robotic control systems
• Interpret electrical schematics, ladder logic, and safety circuits
• Support automation obsolescence and modernization initiatives

• Troubleshoot electrical systems including 480
  
  VAC three‑phase systems, 120
  
  VAC systems, and 24
  
  VDC control systems
• Troubleshoot circuits from motor starters through connected loads
• Maintain and improve motor control circuit designs
• Support machine safety systems and performance level verification
• Perform electrical repairs and preventive maintenance activities safely and efficiently

• Support basic troubleshooting of SCADA, MES, Historian, and production data systems
• Troubleshoot communication between production equipment and networked systems
• Maintain and support industrial control networks, including Ethernet/IP, Control Net, and Instrument bus systems
• Assist with switch and network troubleshooting
• Ensure backups and documentation for systems, devices, and configuration changes are properly maintained

• Perform preventive maintenance on electrical and automation systems
• Complete instrumentation calibration and maintain calibration documentation
• Maintain accurate electrical drawings, automation documentation, and backup files
• Utilize CMMS/SAP‑AMM systems to create and manage work orders, enter maintenance feedback and labor hours, support maintenance planning improvements, verify spare parts and BOM accuracy, and participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities

• Analyze production and downtime data to improve line reliability and performance
• Support key plant KPI improvements in Safety, Quality, Cost, and Service
• Participate in troubleshooting with Operations and Maintenance teams in real time
• Support line improvements, deviation investigations, and process optimization
• Participate in problem‑solving methodologies, including Fishbone Analysis, GSTD, and Breakdown Analysis (BDA)
• Assist with training and development of operators and technicians

• Support operation and reliability of Utility Management Systems, Energy Management Systems, Quality Control, and SPC systems
• Participate in capital projects and process improvement initiatives
• Engage in continuous improvement pillar activities and team‑based manufacturing programs
• Maintain compliance with all safety, GMP, food safety, and environmental standards

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate degree or Technical Degree in Electronics Technology preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience