Sr IT Technician

 

We’re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we’re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?

 

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Position Summary

 

 Just 65 miles from Center City Philadelphia, Allentown is near many major Northeastern U.S. cities, which makes it an ideal location for manufacturing and distributing consumer goods. We utilize thermal processing and high-speed canning to produce varieties of our Friskies®, Beneful® and Pro Plan® brands—product lines we have carefully produced, packaged, and shipped since 1958. Allentown balances the identity of a busy industrial city, as well as a beautiful rural environment that we’re truly proud to call home.  

The Senior Information Technology Technician will play a critical role in reliability and functionality of hardware, software, network, and communication systems prior to, throughout, and following startup of a new factory. You will be responsible for the assigned installation, configuring, development, maintenance and documentation of in-house computer software, databases and reporting systems. You will coordinate in-house implementation of new and enhanced corporate directed software and hardware.

 

• Provide analytical, technical, and developmental expertise and support for existing and future plant computer related hardware, plant floor data collection systems and business information technology.
• Analyze, develop, document, and maintain necessary in-house information and data collection systems.
• Install, configure, performance tune, administer and troubleshoot all in-house computer related hardware, software, database, network, communication, and multi-media systems.
• Maintain reliability and provide continuous improvement of factory floor solutions to support the goals and objectives of the manufacturing and distribution operation.
• Respond to user’s requests for new and enhanced information systems using sound business judgment.
• Understand business processes that utilize computer information systems.
• Work with all levels of factory personnel to help provide effective solutions to business and operational problems.
• Participate in maintenance of and comply with company data backup, disaster recovery, software licensing, compliance, security, and authorization policies.
• Plan and coordinate local implementation of new and enhanced NPPC software.
• All other duties as assigned.

 

Requirements

• 2 year technical degree in computer science, computer technology, or a related field AND 2+ years' experience working in information systems/information technology.

OR

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent AND 4+ years' experience working in information systems/information technology.

 

The approximate pay range for this position is $53,000 to $80,000. Please note that 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.

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 About Us | About Us | Making an Impact | Nestle Careers (nestlejobs.com) 

REQUISITION ID
277283

 

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.