Food Safety Technician

Nestlé S.A.; Batavia Township (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé Purina Batavia, Ohio, seeks a Food Safety Technician to support IPM, HACCP, audits, and sanitation programs in a new Batavia factory. You will monitor hazards, implement controls, and help ensure safe, compliant production across the plant.

The role operates on a 6am–6pm 2-2-3 schedule, with opportunities to develop skills in food safety programs and training for factory teams. Competitive benefits and a focus on safety and teamwork surround this position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1+ years experience in quality, food safety, pest control or sanitation in manufacturing.
• Certified Pest Management Professional license in the State of Ohio preferred. Must obtain Ohio license within 3 months if not already certified.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, maintain, and administer the factory sanitation programs to ensure that all products are manufactured in a sanitary environment
• Provide support and guidance to all departments regarding Food Safety issues
• Help manage the factory’s integrated pest management program in accordance with state and federal regulations
• Collaborate on HACCP verification activities
• Support internal and external audits as well as corrective action programs
• Coordinate training and development of employees for all factory food safety programs
• Manage chemical supplies and sanitation services including waste removal, custodian, yards, and grounds

Skills

Quality control

Food safety

Sanitation

Pest control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.

Introducing Nestlé Purina’s new Batavia, 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 Batavia 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 the Food Safety Technician, you will be responsible for managing and supporting Food Safety programs, including but not limited to Integrated Pest Management Program (IPM) and HACCP Pre-Requisite Program. You will conduct routine audits of the facility and outside storage facilities including food safety and the warehouse. You will also monitor physical, chemical, and biological food safety hazards and implement control measures.

The schedule for this position will be 6am-6pm, operating on 2-2-3 schedule (two days on, two days off, three days on).

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, maintain, and administer the factory sanitation programs to ensure that all products are manufactured in a sanitary environment
• Provide support and guidance to all departments regarding Food Safety issues
• Help manage the factory’s integrated pest management program in accordance with state and federal regulations
• Collaborate on HACCP verification activities
• Support internal and external audits as well as corrective action programs
• Coordinate training and development of employees for all factory food safety programs
• Manage chemical supplies and sanitation services including waste removal, custodian, yards, and grounds

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 + years’ experience working in quality, food safety, pest control or sanitation within a manufacturing, industrial, military or related environment

Other

• Certified Pest Management Professional License in the State of Ohio preferred. Must obtain Ohio license within 3 months if not already certified.

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.

The approximate pay range for this position is $45,000 to $59,000. 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)

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.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at [e-mail] or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.