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Maintenance Mechanic 1

Nestlé
Gaffney, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 6/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/1/2026
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.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Job Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma / GED and some technical college preferred

Experience:

Prior Ammonia Refrigeration Plant Experience Required

Skills:

Reading, math, and leadership skills required; familiarity with hand tools, shop tools and test equipment

Key Areas of Responsibility

I.

Safety:

  • Understand the safety risks associated with job.
  • Comply with all safety rules, procedures, and work practices.
  • Report all safety incidents.
  • Has read and understands the Safety, Health and Environmental Policy

II.

Environmental:

  • Understand the aspects of the job that impact the environment.
  • Comply with all environmental rules, procedures, and work practices.
  • Report all environmental incidents.
  • Has read and understands the Safety, Health and Environmental Policy

III.

Quality:

  • Follow recipes and deviations at all times. Unauthorized deviations are strictly forbidden.
  • Comply with all FDA rules, procedures and work practices.
  • Follow all Nestle and GMP procedures.
  • Maintain confidential information on recipes.
  • Report all deviations from the recipe.

IV.

Operations:

  • Possess good mechanical skills, troubleshooting skills, general maintenance knowledge and good understanding of operation of facilities equipment in the following areas: ammonia refrigeration system; steam system; water system; fire system; compressed air system, HVAC, wastewater, plumbing system, and building/grounds.
  • Requires knowledge of equipment in the following areas: ammonia refrigeration system; steam system; water system; fire system; HVAC; wastewater; and building/ grounds.
  • Knowledge of basic electricity, alternating current, and three-phase power. Able to wire and troubleshoot a three-phase motor. Capable of troubleshooting basic electrical issues using multimeter and electrical schematics.
  • Recommends improvements in area of responsibility.
  • Consistently applies effective troubleshooting skills. Understands and can apply root cause analysis.
  • Completes cost effective troubleshooting skills.
  • Interprets and understands engineering drawings, manufacturer’s instructions, and plant maintenance procedures and specifications.
  • Maintains a positive working relation with fellow team members and other departments.
  • Able to use and show proper care of tools and instruments required in job assignments.
  • Adheres to safety, attendance, operational policies/procedures and GMP’s.
  • Completes assigned work orders on a timely basis to include scheduled emergency and preventive maintenance.
  • Maintains a low level of downtime on equipment and/or systems in area of responsibility.
  • Solves repetitive problems in area of responsibility.
  • Other duties as assigned.

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 accommodations@nestle.com 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 https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy.

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