Controls Technical Specialist; Industrial Automation

Position Summary

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 Hartwell, Georgia, factory measures an impressive 500,000 square feet. It represents our most versatile facility to date, enabling us to switch product lines with greater speed and efficiency. Together, we take immense pride in producing and distributing the brands that our customers trust and that bring joy to pets’ lives. In addition to offering excellent career opportunities to over 370 associates, we actively demonstrate our commitment to the community, supporting local pet shelters and rescue efforts, engaging in education and hunger relief programs, and caring for the environment through water conservation, renewable electricity, and zero‑waste disposal.

• Perform troubleshooting of automation systems and provide instrumentation, PLC, and HMI/SCADA software and hardware support to the maintenance staff.
• Execute plant projects and capital projects through conception to completion.
• Maintain an up‑to‑date and complete set of as‑built electrical and controls documentation.
• Coordinate and implement control system software upgrades.
• Perform network administration and data administration tasks for networked, PC‑based, control systems related equipment.
• Develop, read, and interpret all electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and programs essential to plant operation; provide updates as necessary.

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• 3+ years’ applicable experience in PLC software and hardware troubleshooting and/or PC‑based HMI systems.

OR

• Associate’s Degree in a technical discipline.
• 1+ years’ applicable experience in PLC software and hardware troubleshooting and/or PC‑based HMI systems (positions such as Process Control Technician, Industrial Technician, Engineering Technician, Production Technician, Manufacturing Engineering Technician, PLC Programmer, Engineering Technician PLC, Industrial Automation, or other relevant position).

The approximate yearly pay range for this position is $62,000.00 – $83,000.00. 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 401(k) 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 | Making an Impact | Nestlé Careers ().

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. We recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities and seek 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.

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