External Petcare Enrichment - Contract

Merrick Pet Care, Inc.; Saint Joseph (MO); In loco; USD 20.000 - 28.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

Nestlé Purina in St. Joseph, MO is seeking a 12-month, part-time dog walker to walk and socialize dogs under general supervision. This local role is 20 hours per week, with morning shifts starting around 6:00–6:30am.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma (or GED) and ideally dog experience. Responsibilities include following the Animal Welfare Act, safety procedures, reporting issues to the supervisor, and working well in a small team. Pay is $17.50 per hour.

Competenze

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prefer experience with dogs of different breeds and sizes.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Good interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Available to work weekday mornings and some holidays.

Mansioni

• Walk and socialize dogs.
• Adhere to the Animal Welfare Act and Nestlé Purina R&D Petcare Manual; follow QMS and GLP.
• Report to the Supervisor any damaged equipment or safety concerns.
• Maintain safety in the work area and be on your feet during the shift.
• Weather/ outdoor conditions and appropriate attire for outdoor work.

Conoscenze

Dog handling

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Formazione

High School Diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

**THIS IS A 12-MONTH PART-TIME CONTINGENT POSITION***

Position is located in St. Joseph, MO. Only Local Candidates will be considered.

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for walking and socializing dogs under general supervision.

SHIFT: 20 hours/week (4 five hour days or 5 four hour days, starting at 6 or 6:30am)

PAY RATE: $17.50 per hour

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Knowledge of and compliance with the Animal Welfare Act and all procedures and protocols in the Nestle Purina R&D Petcare Manual- Adherence to Nestle Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)- Practice safety in the work area
• Adhere to policy and procedure regarding sick animals or unusual behavior observed in the dogs
• Report to the Supervisor any broken or damaged equipment, item or physical area
• Walk and socialize dogs
• Comfortable being on their feet for the entirety of their shift, and comfortable being outdoors

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Actively participate in training and skill development as needed
• Additional duties as assigned- Care for and monitor growth of pets

SUPERVISION GIVEN AND RECEIVED

• General supervision received from the Supervisor

JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, and Knowledge)

• High School Diploma (or GED)
• Prefer experience with dogs (ideally with different breeds and sizes)
• Ability to work well independently in a team and across groups
• Good interpersonal, communication, organization
• Must be available to regularly work weekday mornings and some holidays, as needed

***THIS IS AN 12-MONTH PART-TIME CONTINGENT POSITION***

Position is located in St. Joseph, MO. Only Local Candidates will be considered.

Please note this contract position provides services to Nestlé in the USA on a temporary basis in connection with a specific assignment. Contractors in this position are hired and employed through Nestlé’s third-party staffing partner.