Pilot Plant Technician

Nestlé SA; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Nestlé as a Pilot Plant Technician at our St. Joseph facility, where you will contribute to cutting-edge pet food manufacturing. You'll play a vital role in formulation trials and ensure compliance with safety and operational standards, all while working in a dynamic, pet-focused environment. Ideal candidates have a robust background in manufacturing operations or mechanical maintenance and a passion for animal welfare.

Benefits

401k with Company match

Healthcare coverage

Performance-based incentives

Qualifications

• 3+ years in manufacturing processing/operations or mechanical maintenance.
• 1+ years operating material handling equipment preferred.
• Physical ability to lift 50+ pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare formulations and conduct pilot plant trials.
• Operate and maintain food-processing equipment.
• Adhere to Good Laboratory and Good Manufacturing Practices.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety adherence

Data recording

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Material handling equipment

Job description

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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, still within commuting distance to the city thus, providing many residential opportunities.

As a Pilot Plant Technician, you’ll be actively engaged in a dynamic and quality-focused environment, contributing to the execution of formulation and product manufacturing trials specifically focused on our wet food product lines. Come prepared to provide valuable assistance throughout the entire pet food manufacturing process, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of these trials.

• Organize and prepare formulations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to protocols
• Safely conduct pilot plant trials, following established procedures and maintaining a high standard of safety
• Set up, operate, and clean food-processing equipment, ensuring proper functioning and cleanliness
• Regularly perform maintenance tasks and assemble/disassemble equipment for different trials
• Maintain accurate records of data as specified in pilot plant requests
• Prepare comprehensive summaries of trial results, incorporating observations and recommendations for processing and product enhancements
• Strictly adhere to all facility policies regarding safety, security, and compliance with Good Laboratory and Good Manufacturing Practices (GLP & GMP)
• Assist with training and mentorship of other associates

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 3+ years of end-to-end manufacturing processing/operations experience OR 3+ years of mechanical maintenance/troubleshooting experience
• 1+ years of experience operating material handling equipment such as forklift, Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) equipment, motorized pallet jack, etc.

Other

• 1+ years of experience in food and/or pet food manufacturing is preferred
• 1+ years of professional experience on a computer is preferred
• Must be able to perform the physical requirements necessary, such as lifting and carrying up to 50+ pounds, to meet the expectations of job assignments
• Must be willing to work Monday through Thursday from 6:50AM-4:20PM and Friday from 6:50AM-10:50AM.

The approximate pay range for this position is $46,000.00 to $65,000.00. 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 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 atAbout Us | Making an Impact | Nestle Careers (nestlejobs.com).

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