Production Operator 1

Nestlé S.A.; Mount Sterling (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé USA is hiring for a production associate responsible for loading, inspecting, and stacking products while keeping the department clean and orderly under supervision. You will palletize cases, transport finished goods, and document QA reports to ensure quality throughout the process.

The role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with overtime when needed and a willingness to learn new equipment. Nestlé emphasizes inclusivity and support for employees across all teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ months of food manufacturing experience in a Nestlé factory preferred.
• Ability to operate computerized equipment.
• Willing to work overtime as needed in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Palletize cases on pallets and transport finish goods to shipping.
• Document QA reports and inspect ingredients for quality.
• Inspect slicing and sauce equipment before and after use.
• Feed sandwiches onto wrapper conveyor and carton machine.
• Assist with training of newly hired personnel and maintain schedules.
• Maintain clean work areas and perform wash-down of equipment and floors.

Skills

Food manufacturing experience

Computerized equipment

Overtime availability

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.
At Nestlé USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

POSITION SUMMARY: This job will load, inspect, and stack product and keep the department clean and orderly, under the direction of the Team Leader.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Palletize cases on pallets, Transport finish goods to shipping using pallet jack

Document all QA reports and Inspect all ingredients for quality

Inspect all slicing and sauce making equipment before and after use

Feed sandwiches onto wrapper conveyor

Feed sandwiches onto carton machine

Supply card placer with micro sleeves

Pack prison pack when required

Maintain work areas clean

Sweep and clean all work areas

Perform wash down of source making and slicing equipment

Empty cardboard compactor when required,

Empty all trash barrels and Inedible Barrels

Empty inedible tubs

Request ingredients from receiving when required

Rework sandwiches sauce and scrap dough

Grind Durkee and Inspect

All other duties as directed

Remove all visible soils form the equipment and floors by acceptable method

Pre-rinse and foam all equipment, walls, veiling and floors as necessary

Drying equipment and floors as necessary

Accurate and complete recordkeeping

Assist with training of newly hired personnel or employees transferred to department

Keeping weekly work schedule maintained and turned in to Supervisor

• 3 or more months of food manufacturing experience in a Nestle factory is preferred
• Working knowledge of how to operate computerized equipment
• Able to work overtime as needed
• Able to perform in demanding, fast-paced environment

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.

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.
At Nestlé USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

POSITION SUMMARY: This job will load, inspect, and stack product and keep the department clean and orderly, under the direction of the Team Leader.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Palletize cases on pallets, Transport finish goods to shipping using pallet jack

Document all QA reports and Inspect all ingredients for quality

Inspect all slicing and sauce making equipment before and after use

Feed sandwiches onto wrapper conveyor

Feed sandwiches onto carton machine

Supply card placer with micro sleeves

Pack prison pack when required

Maintain work areas clean

Sweep and clean all work areas

Perform wash down of source making and slicing equipment

Empty cardboard compactor when required,

Empty all trash barrels and Inedible Barrels

Empty inedible tubs

Request ingredients from receiving when required

Rework sandwiches sauce and scrap dough

Grind Durkee and Inspect

All other duties as directed

Remove all visible soils form the equipment and floors by acceptable method

Pre-rinse and foam all equipment, walls, veiling and floors as necessary

Drying equipment and floors as necessary

Accurate and complete recordkeeping

Assist with training of newly hired personnel or employees transferred to department

Keeping weekly work schedule maintained and turned in to Supervisor

• 3 or more months of food manufacturing experience in a Nestle factory is preferred
• Working knowledge of how to operate computerized equipment
• Able to work overtime as needed
• Able to perform in demanding, fast-paced environment

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.