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Production Assistant

Nestlé
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Jun 2025
💰 $35,000/yr

About the role

 

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

 

At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. 

 

Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers. 
 

 

Production Assistant

 

The Production Assistant is responsible for the operation, cleaning, and light maintenance of the equipment that packages filled product for commercial distribution.  The PLE Operator is also responsible for setting up coding equipment and inspecting product to ensure adherence to specifications. This position reports to the Production Supervisor.  In the absence of the PLE Operator, another PLE Operator will serve as backup.

 

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

  • Flexible Schedule: 12-hour day shifts, with overtime opportunities.
  • 2-2-3 Shift Pattern: Work 3 or 4 days a week and enjoy 3-day weekends every other week.
  • Competitive Pay: $17.50 per hour, plus a $3 shift differential.
  • Great Benefits: Comprehensive Nestlé benefits after 30 days.
  • Hands-On Training: Practical experience on the job.
  • Weekly Pay: Consistent income with full-time hours.
  • Supportive Team: Work with a team that has your back.
  • Growth Opportunities: Develop and advance in your role.
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WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH:

  • Start, continue, or transition your career  with one of the most recognized companies in the world! We’ll train you from the ground up!
  • Join a team that gets noticed. Work for a company known around the world. Learn real skills. Build your future here!
  • Operation of PLE including, but not limited to the accumulator, cap applicator, mead wrapper, cardboard packer, and inkjet coder.
  • Data-entry of SKU, lot code, and expiration date information into appropriate coding and labeling equipment according to specification sheet.
  • Verification of materials and codes to ensure adherence to specifications and record necessary information on appropriate forms.
  • Cleaning and maintenance of equipment in accordance with operation manuals and plant SOP’s.
  • Autonomous maintenance for PLE and coding equipment.

 

REQUIREMENTS:

  • High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
  • No previous manufacturing experience needed.

 

SKILLS:

  • Must have basic proficiency of English language to comply with verbal directions, signs, policies and procedures
  • Ability to lift, kneel, bend over, squat, stoop and carry 50 lbs.
  • Have basic computer, math and mechanical skills.
  • Ability to organize and plan ahead to maximize job efficiency.

 

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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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