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Nestle Associate Technician, Animal Care in St. Joseph, Missouri

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 Summary

Our Nestlé Development Center (NDC) in St. Joseph, MO is home to dogs and cats who help us learn, research, and better understand the well-being of pets and promote the human animal bond. When you join us, you'll work to ensure our pets have the best quality of care while participating in cutting edge pet food research. Research that contributes to innovative, first to market dietary solutions as well as trusted all life stage pet food. Our center is located near the metropolitan area of Kansas City, within 30 minutes of the Kansas City International airport. St. Joseph is a tight-knit, rural community packed with character, still within commuting distance to the city thus, providing many residential opportunities.

As an Associate Technician, Animal Care, you’ll be responsible for organizing and performing the necessary work related to the care, palatability, or nutritional testing of the pets under general supervision.

  • Knowledge of and compliance with the Animal Welfare Act and the Nestlé Purina R&D Petcare Manual

  • Adherence to Nestlé Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)

  • Accurately and reliably record data as outlined by the requesting project scientists.

  • Collect and process samples for standard and non-standard nutrition tests.

  • Obtain animal body weights and Body Condition Scoring (BCS)

  • Provide care including daily feedings of the pets and basic grooming

  • Report to the veterinary staff sick or unusual behavior observed in the pets

Requirements

  • High School Diploma (or GED)

  • 1+ years of professional animal handling/husbandry and/or regular care of animals

Other

  • Bachelors degree in Animal Science/Zoology or related field is preferred

REQUISITION ID

317073

The approximate pay range for this position is $38,000.00 to $59,000.00. 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 background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position. Nestlé 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 more at About Us | Making an Impact | Nestle Careers (nestlejobs.com). (https://www.nestlejobs.com/nestle-in-the-us?_ga=2.145509943.2025796613.1675108033-54921803.1663951509)

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 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.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

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