Pet Food Factory Quality Technician (Backshift)

Nestlé S.A.; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé Purina Fort Dodge plant is seeking a Factory Quality Technician to uphold quality standards across cat and dog food production. You’ll verify sanitation, perform quality checks, and support FTQ initiatives to ensure every bag, can, or tub meets our quality promise.

You will interpret data, train colleagues, and maintain Quality SOPs on the production floor while coordinating with operators. The role emphasizes safety, process discipline, and a strong commitment to environmental care and

Qualifications

• High School or GED diploma preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience in food quality, lab, manufacturing, production, or related environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality standards are achieved by maintaining documentation, effective communication, and adherence to Quality SOPs.
• Drive First Time Quality (FTQ) and other quality initiatives within facility.
• Perform Quality Management System checks on production floor.
• Interpret data and evaluate trends.
• Provide quality training to other associates as needed.

Skills

Documentation

Communication

Data interpretation

First Time Quality

Training others

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Quality SOPs

Job description

Nestlé Purina Fort Dodge plant is seeking a Factory Quality Technician to uphold quality standards across cat and dog food production. You’ll verify sanitation, perform quality checks, and support FTQ initiatives to ensure every bag, can, or tub meets our quality promise.

You will interpret data, train colleagues, and maintain Quality SOPs on the production floor while coordinating with operators. The role emphasizes safety, process discipline, and a strong commitment to environmental care and