Senior Mechanic (Full-time) - Evening Shift

About the role

As a Senior Mechanic on the 2nd (evening) shift, you will ensure that production and facility equipment operate at peak performance for Nestlé Health Science. You will lead complex repairs, troubleshoot multi‑system issues, and mentor junior technicians while supporting continuous‑improvement initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Perform advanced mechanical, electrical, and electronic repairs on industrial power, control systems, motor control centers, and PLC‑based equipment.
• Troubleshoot and maintain pneumatic, hydraulic, steam, and food‑processing equipment such as blending, encapsulation, compression and coating machines.
• Lead root‑cause analysis and problem‑solving projects to improve reliability.
• Monitor and maintain plant utilities including boilers, compressors, and HVAC systems.
• Support emergency repairs, scheduled maintenance, and cross‑trade projects (welding, plumbing, etc.).
• Train and mentor lower‑level technicians and ensure compliance with safety, GMP, SOPs and company policies.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED; technical school or journeyman background preferred.
• 8+ years of maintenance experience, including at least 5 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb and work around powders, chemicals and food allergens.
• Flexibility to work overtime as business needs dictate.

Required skills

• PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with CMMS and basic office software (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, AS400, PQM or Captiva.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and generate rough sketches.
• Skilled with hand tools, power tools, machine‑shop equipment, welding and plumbing.
• Knowledge of electrical testing instruments and lubrication systems.