Maintenance Technician - Sign-on Bonus
Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA · Crete, NE
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 17 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA (industrial) in Crete, NE. Which will include facilities, unloading, processing, packing and warehouse operations.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- PLC
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$83k.
Median of the low and high ends of 39 live postings that list pay, out of 1648 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Nebraska plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 21 other live reliability postings in Nebraska.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 2+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Welding 64%
- ✓ PLC 41%
- Team leadership 41%
- FDA / GMP 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Union environment, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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Full description from Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SAAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Position Summary
Our factory in Crete, Nebraska stands as one of the largest manufacturers in the area and one of the largest wet pet food manufacturing facilities in the U.S. Together, we proudly produce over one thousand tons of pet food per day, including renowned brands such as Alpo®, Nestlé Purina ONE®, Pro Plan®, Friskies®, and Nestlé Purina Veterinary Diets®. We also do our part to care for the environment, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity, and maintaining zero waste for disposal. Situated just 25 miles from the factory, the city of Lincoln offers convenience to many of our associates who prefer the amenities of larger city living. They embrace the short commute from Lincoln to the quainter city of Crete, where our factory thrives.
Sign-on Bonus!
Hourly pay starting at $31.68 with opportunities for increase up to $38.02 through additional training / certifications. You will enjoy competitive weekly pay, shift differential eligibility, overtime pay, up to 7% quarterly bonus, full health benefits, 401k match, a union pension, paid time off, excellent maternity/paternity leave and so much more!
As a Maintenance Technician you will be responsible for the maintenance of all plant systems, which will include facilities, unloading, processing, packing and warehouse operations. You will troubleshoot and repair both mechanical and electrical equipment. Working in a safe manner at all times, you will play a major role in machine reliability and process improvements across the plant. Our maintenance work includes both predictive and preventative maintenance.
- ◆Maintenance of plant systems: mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and instrumentation
- ◆Troubleshoot electrical controls systems including motors and PLCs
- ◆Use test equipment such as multimeters, megohmmeters, and process simulators
- ◆Repair gear reducers, belt and screw conveyors, chain elevators, and packaging equipment
- ◆Maintain wastewater system, boiler operations, cooling towers, and general building needs
- ◆Complete predictive maintenance such as vibration analysis and oil sample collection
Requirements
- ✓6+ months of maintenance experience in a manufacturing, technical, warehouse, industrial, military, or related environment OR a 2-year technical degree completed
qualifications
listed under “other”? These are preferred but not required. When you apply for a role with Nestlé Purina, we ensure that individual confidentiality is held to the highest regard. We are intentional about creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. We consider our associates our most valuable assets. Please apply for full consideration.
Pay: $31.68 per hour
Bonus Eligibility: Yes
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. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.
Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k 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 https://www.nestlejobs.com/nestle-in-the-us-benefits
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.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
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Maintenance Technician - Sign-on Bonus
Maintenance Technician - Sign-on Bonus
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.
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