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?
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Position Summary
For thirty years, Nestlé Purina has been proud to call St. Joseph, MO home to two facilities, a wet pet food factory and our Product Technology Center (PTC) dedicated to research and development. The PTC is home to dogs and cats who help us learn, research, and better understand the well-being of pets all while enjoying the best quality of life. Located an hour north of Kansas City, the community of 77,000 people is packed with character and a rich history– just like Nestlé Purina is. The city was recognized with the All-America City Award, given to communities with citizens who work together to pinpoint and address community-wide challenges and achieve exceptional results.
As an Associate Technician, Animal Care, you’ll be responsible for organizing and performing the necessary work related to the care, palatability, and nutritional testing of pets under general supervision. Knowledge and compliance with the Animal Welfare Act and all procedures and protocols in the Nestlé Purina R&D Petcare Manual will be your strong suit as you work through your role within your team. We’re everyday winners in the pet care category; but that’s never enough. Our culture persistently challenges us to do better when we know better, and to always think “what’s next?”
As an Associate Technician, Animal Care, you’ll be responsible for organizing and performing the necessary work related to the care, palatability, and nutritional testing of pets under general supervision. Knowledge and compliance with the Animal Welfare Act and all procedures and protocols in the Nestlé Purina R&D Petcare Manual will be your strong suit as you work through your role within your team. We’re everyday winners in the pet care category; but that’s never enough. Our culture persistently challenges us to do better when we know better, and to always think “what’s next?”
- Knowledge of and compliance with the Animal Welfare Act and all procedures and protocols in the Nestlé Purina R&D Petcare Manual
- Adherence to Nestlé Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
- Perform all necessary cleaning and sanitation duties
- Daily feeding of the pets not on trials
- Perform grooming
- Obtain animal body weights and body condition scoring as required
- Accurate and reliable data entry
- Provide socialization programs for pets
- Report to the veterinary staff sick animals or unusual behavior observed
- Maintain a safe, clean and sanitary work environment and practice safety in the workplace
Requirements
- High School Diploma (or GED); with minimum 6 months of animal handling experience OR bachelor’s degree in animal science, zoology, or related field
- Able and willing to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently
REQUISITION ID:
241934
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.
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