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:
Introducing Nestlé Purina’s new Williamsburg Township, Ohio, factory – just 30 miles east of Cincinnati. This world-class factory will be built from the ground up to produce a wide variety of some of the most trusted and beloved pet care brands in the U.S. Our passionate team in Williamsburg Township will work in an environment that values safety, the latest technology in manufacturing and a culture of learning. Help us write the next chapter of Purina’s history.
As a Manufacturing Technician, you will become a first line of defense for safe, quality ingredient receiving and batching. You will take ownership of the equipment and processes in your area, reinforcing key standard routines and sustaining successful daily operations.
Primary Responsibilities
- Inspect, load and unload materials and ingredients entering and leaving the factory while maintaining accurate inventory data
- Test incoming ingredients for quality specifications and take appropriate actions to respond to variances
- Operate and maintain automated batching, processing and/or packaging equipment to include performing startup, shutdown and daily changeovers on equipment based on product run schedule
- Manage inventory levels of materials through bin measurements and system monitoring
- Utilize digital tools to track and communicate daily performance metrics within your area of responsibility
- Execute factory production processes and policies including Lock-out-tag-out standards, quality test sampling, keep area clean and audit-ready, and complete paperwork as necessary
- Actively engage in continuous improvement initiatives in the factory and participate in team meetings for improvement ideas and escalations.
Basic Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- 1+ year experience operating machinery in a manufacturing, production, warehouse, military or related high-paced environment
Other
- Must be willing to potentially travel for training purposes until factory operational startup and/or you are fully qualified in your role. There will be little to no travel required once the Williamsburg Township facility is operational.
Don’t meet all the 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.
The approximate starting hourly pay for this position is $26 per hour. 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 about us at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com).
REQUISITION ID:
302522
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