Production Operator ($26.51/Hour Starting Pay)

Nestlé Purina; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a passionate team at an established industry player in pet care, where your role as a Production Operator will be vital in ensuring efficiency and quality in a dynamic manufacturing environment. With a strong commitment to safety and continuous improvement, you'll be part of a culture that values personal growth and community impact. This is an opportunity to unleash your potential while contributing to the production of beloved pet food brands. If you're ready to make a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, this position is tailored for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience in a related environment.
• High School Diploma or GED plus 6+ months of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a manufacturing environment handling materials and operating machinery.
• Perform quality checks to ensure product standards.

Skills

Manufacturing Experience

Equipment Operation

Quality Control

Dependability

Positive Attitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Fork Trucks

Aerial Lifts

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.

Position Summary

We have called the vibrant community of St. Joseph home for 30 years. Recognized with the All-America City Award, St. Joseph embodies the spirit of collaboration and exceptional results. Our wet dog and cat food factory, a special home for our passionate associates, produces millions of cases of flagship brands like Fancy Feast and Beneful Prepared Meals. Beyond our work, we actively support the United Way and United Cerebral Palsy foundations, raising $750,000 in the past five years. We’re also committed to caring for the environment through water conservation, investing in renewable electricity, and maintaining zero waste for disposal. With increased production and a culture of continuous improvement, we unlock our fullest potential. Join our close-knit team focused on safety, personal growth, development, and community. What could you add to this remarkable mix?

Role Overview

As a Production Operator, you’ll train across various areas within the production environment to support your assigned role. A safety-first culture means your primary responsibilities will include ensuring equipment is well-maintained and clean. Your dependability and positive attitude will help maximize our production efficiency and customer satisfaction. If your full potential could be unleashed, what could you add to the mix?

Responsibilities

1. Work in a manufacturing environment, handling materials such as raw meat and dry ingredients, and operate large, fast-moving machinery when required.
2. Perform quality checks to differentiate defective from acceptable products.
3. Safely operate equipment such as fork trucks and aerial lifts.

Requirements

1. 2+ years of manufacturing experience in a related environment, or
2. High School Diploma or GED plus 6+ months of relevant experience.

Additional Information

• Open to working all shifts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd).
• Willing to work Monday through Friday and alternate weekends.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity

We are committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace. We encourage veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply, recognizing the skills and perspectives they bring. Nestlé is an equal employment opportunity employer, considering all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Please inform us of any accommodations needed during the recruitment process at [e-mail] or by calling 711 and providing the reference number: 1-800-321-6467.

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