Industrial Controls and Automation Specialist

Power the brands America loves as an Industrial Controls and Automation Specialist

Nestlé USA’s McDonough, GA team keeps favorite foods like DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate moving safely and efficiently. Join an inclusive culture that champions bold ideas, continuous learning, and real career growth.

A day on our 2nd shift

Your workday typically runs 1:00 PM–9:00 PM, Monday through Friday. You’ll start your journey on 1st shift for hands-on training, then transition to your home shift. From there, you’ll collaborate with operators and fellow technicians to keep our highly automated lines performing at their best.

What you’ll tackle

• Diagnose and repair PLCs, HMIs, servo systems, VFDs, and robots across production cells.
• Interpret complex electrical schematics and safety circuits to resolve faults quickly and safely.
• Troubleshoot SCADA/MES issues and industrial network communications.
• Execute preventive maintenance on electrical/automation assets and calibrate instruments with precise documentation.
• Use SAP Asset Maintenance Management for work orders, parts, and history capture.
• Analyze equipment data to drive downtime reduction and throughput gains.
• Support process improvements and capital projects; document and implement automation upgrades.
• Work on medium-voltage systems, MCCs, and distribution panels.
• Diagnose 480V three-phase, 120V AC, and 24V DC control circuits.
• Share knowledge by coaching technicians and operators.

Schedule

• 2nd shift; 1PM–9PM, Monday–Friday
• Training begins on 1st shift and transitions to your appointed shift upon completion
• Occasional overtime and weekend work to meet critical deadlines (with added earning potential)

What you bring

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Associate degree in Electronics Technology or equivalent (preferred)
• 3–5 years of manufacturing maintenance experience

Skills that set you up for success

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting, including safe multimeter use
• Comfort with industrial networks (Ethernet, ControlNet, etc.)
• Clear communicator and collaborative teammate
• Critical thinking, structured problem-solving, and a bias for action
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Ability to work independently and juggle multiple priorities under pressure

Compensation and benefits

• Starting pay: $37.34–$39.81+ for highly qualified candidates
• Shift differentials for night shift
• 401(k) with company match
• Health, Dental & Vision (eligibility following 30 days of employment)
• Paid Time Off
• 11 paid annual holidays
• Tuition reimbursement, wellness programs & lifestyle spending

Important to know

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Bring your curiosity and craftsmanship to a team that invests in your growth and celebrates results. Build what’s next with Nestlé USA in McDonough, GA.