Manufacturing Technician

Company: Nestle Purina PetCare Company
Location: Eden
Posted on: May 18, 2024

Job Description:

We re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.POSITION SUMMARYAs a Manufacturing Technician, you will provide safe and efficient operations of the Packing, Processing, and Batching, Unloading, Slurry (BUS) departments by safely producing quality products using Nestl Continuous Excellence (NCE) processes and tools. You will monitor and operate equipment, lead troubleshooting, and make adjustments to provide optimal equipment and quality performance based on data or sampling. You will adhere to key standard routines and adjust only as a valid action in response to problem solving.*Candidates must be open to working both day (6am-6pm) and night (6pm-6am) shifts.Safely operate, monitor, and problem solve throughout the Processing or Packing area, from materials receiving to delivery of material to packaging.Maintain proper inventory management using FEFO method.Operate and monitor all areas within the BUS department including: Dry BatchSlurryRaw Ingredient Unloading (bulk, sacked, and frozen)Raw Micro/Minor IngredientsDye BatchingFreezer ASRSEnsure raw ingredients are unloaded to the proper storage location, and batch/monitor bin levels in Slurry and Dry Batching while doing the same for water tanks so proper ingredients and dye amounts are mixed into designated tanks.Review and actively participate in risk assessments to successfully achieve position qualifications through evaluations and knowledge checks.Maintain a safe and sanitary workplace, following all safety and quality procedures as prescribed.Safely and efficiently operate, troubleshoot, and make minor repairs on equipment, using lock out procedures as prescribed.RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED6+ monthsexperience working in a manufacturing, production, agriculture, warehouse, military, or related environment.The hourly pay for this position is $25.50 an hour. 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, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location.Nestl 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 moreAbout Us - Making an Impact - Nestle Careers (nestlejobs.com)REQUISITION ID 294074It 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 Nestl. 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. Nestl seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl home.The Nestl Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer* seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined 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 accommodations nestle.comor please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467*Note: Nespresso is not a federal contractor and does not maintain affirmative action programsReview our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy

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