Maintenance Class C (Multi-craft)

Position Summary

One of our newest factories, located along the Virginia border, breathes new life into a former brewery, creating an innovative and technologically advanced pet food manufacturing facility. We have transformed the existing structure in Rockingham County to produce leading dry dog and cat food brands, including Purina Pro Plan®, Purina ONE®, and Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets®. With a strong focus on sustainability and safety, this facility is committed to doing our part to care for the environment, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity and maintaining zero waste for disposal.

As we expand, we proudly build upon our 90-year legacy of crafting science-based dog and cat foods that pet owners’ trust. At Purina, we are deeply passionate about supporting the communities where we live and work, and we bring that same engagement and commitment to Rockingham County. Together, we create a brighter future for pets and our community.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the maintenance of all plant systems which include processing, packaging, and BUS (batching, unloading, slurry).
• Troubleshoot and repair both mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Work independently and collaboratively to maintain equipment and solve technical problems.
• Operate forklift to move equipment or parts as needed.
• Remain proficient with the operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of industrial electrical control systems, electromechanical systems, and fluid power.
• Understand how automated equipment and its components work; utilize knowledge of PLC programming to troubleshoot production equipment without modifying programing.
• Utilize basic rigging, mechanical practices, pipefitting, and welding skills in an industrial environment.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as directed.
• Perform all tasks with safety and food safety best practices.
• Utilize knowledge and skills to train other employees.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 3+ years maintenance experience in a manufacturing, technical, warehouse, industrial, military, or related environment.

Pay

The hourly pay for this position is $36.50 an hour. Final compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.