Production Operator – Leader

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

As the Production Processing Leader, you will be responsible to ensure the Processing Department operates in a smooth, safe, and efficient manner; supply quality products to Packaging and Labeling, with a minimum of waste on the product lines to which you are assigned.

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!

Starting Pay: $25.31 (within the first year, pay progression will increase to $26.81)

  • Assist in giving breaks to the Processing employees when needed.
  • Perform shift set-ups to include: closures, filters, can washers, can lines (empty and full), mixer, cooker, can codes (including verification for accuracy), water temperature, closer-filler selection, log tec, date myte, video jets, and recipe for the malos.
  • Work with operators to monitor, define and correct problems affecting waste, downtime, and quality and record downtime efficiency levels.
  • Assist in training and instructing department personnel
  • Ensure department is setup for next shift.
  • Responsible for coordinating the product lines.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned in a safe manner, abiding by all safety rules and policies.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • 3+ years’ experience working in production capacity such as manufacturing, agriculture, warehouse, industrial, military, related environment or a 4 year degree.

Other

  • Must be capable of lifting upward to 57 pounds.
  • Must possess a Nestlé Purina PetCare forklift license.
  • Must have the ability to be on your feet all day, capability to life upwards to 57 lbs., normal mobility in wet area.
  • Must have basic computer knowledge, legible handwriting, good eyesight, and color perception.
  • Must have knowledge of overall processing systems/operations and related equipment.
  • Must have acceptable reading and math skills.
  • Must have the ability to troubleshoot, analyze, and make decisions.

REQUISITION ID:

237291

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.

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