Production & Materials Associate — Growth & Benefits

Nestlé; Jacksonville (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé USA is hiring a General Labor to perform routine production support and material handling on our manufacturing floor in Illinois. You will operate equipment, assist in quality assurance, and help maintain safe, efficient operations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma is required, and prior warehouse experience is preferred. This position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work well in a team and support others.
• Effective time management and multi-tasking abilities.
• Analytical problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Mechanical aptitude for equipment operation and maintenance.
• Proficient with computers and basic software.
• Experience or training with powered industrial trucks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out material and product handling activities; operate powered industrial trucks to move totes, material, and product; assist with packing into cases and pallet stacking.
• Compact and bale cardboard for recycling.
• Provide production support; relieve breaks; assist with equipment operation if qualified.
• Support quality assurance activities; weigh ingredients for flavor blending; perform re-work tasks like relabeling containers.
• Read, understand, and follow Nestlé Quality Monitoring Schemes (QMS).
• Monitor work area for hazards; report safety issues to supervisor or safety personnel.
• Contribute continuous improvement ideas to enhance efficiency, safety, and quality.
• Participate in environmental initiatives; promote waste conservation and recycling.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Mechanical aptitude

Computer skills

Powered industrial trucks

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Nestlé USA is hiring a General Labor to perform routine production support and material handling on our manufacturing floor in Illinois. You will operate equipment, assist in quality assurance, and help maintain safe, efficient operations.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. A high school diploma is required, and prior warehouse experience is preferred. This position offers competitive pay and benefits.