Associate Coordinator Trainee, Animal Care

Nestlé Purina North America; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Healthcare coverage

Benefits package

Job summary

Nestlé Purina North America is seeking a Pet Care Associate at our Development Center in St. Joseph, MO. You will support daily pet care, weight checks, enrichment, and data entry while following GLP and QMS guidelines in a collaborative team environment.

The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and compassion for animals, with a strong focus on welfare and adherence to company protocols. This position offers a competitive rewards package and opportunities within a renowned pet care leader.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of experience in animal care or husbandry.
• Ability to follow safety and GLP guidelines.
• Comfort with data entry and daily routine tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for pets including daily feedings and grooming.
• Record accurate body weights and body condition scores.
• Ensure reliable data entry for all pet information.
• Learn and implement socialization and training programs.
• Perform cleaning and sanitation to maintain a clean environment.
• Adhere to Nestlé QMS and GLP standards.
• Comply with Animal Welfare Act and Nestlé procedures.
• Report any sick animals or unusual behavior to veterinary staff.

Skills

Animal husbandry

Pet care

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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.

Position Summary

Our Nestlé Development Center (NDC) in St. Joseph, MO is home to confident, well socialized dogs and cats who help us learn, research, and better understand the well‑being of pets and promote the human‑animal bond. You'll work alongside a team passionate about pet care that ensures our pets have the best quality of care while participating in cutting‑edge pet food research. Our center is located near the metropolitan area of Kansas City, within 30 minutes of the Kansas City International airport. St. Joseph is a tight‑knit, rural community packed with character yet within commuting distance to the city, providing numerous residential opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for pets including daily feedings, basic grooming, enrichment activities, etc.
• Obtain accurate body weights and body condition scoring as required.
• Ensure reliable data entry for all pet‑related information.
• Learn and implement socialization and training programs as per guidelines.
• Perform necessary cleaning and sanitation duties to maintain a clean environment.
• Adhere to Nestlé Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
• Acquire knowledge of and comply with the Animal Welfare Act and Nestlé Purina Petcare Manual procedures and protocols.
• Report any sick animals or unusual behavior observed in the pets to the veterinary staff.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 6+ months of experience in animal husbandry and/or regular care of animals.

The approximate pay range for this position is $35,000.00 to $45,000.00. 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 background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position. Nestlé offers performance‑based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401(k) 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 | Making an Impact | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com).

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