Factory Quality Technician (Microbiologist)

 

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

Introducing Nestlé Purina’s new Williamsburg Township, Ohio, factory – just 30 miles east of Cincinnati. This world-class factory will be built from the ground up to produce a wide variety of some of the most trusted and beloved pet care brands in the U.S. Our passionate team in Williamsburg Township will work in an environment that values safety, the latest technology in manufacturing and a culture of learning. Help us write the next chapter of Purina’s history.

As the Microbiologist, you will be responsible for managing routine microbiological evaluations of the finished product and the factory production environment. You will be responsible for the development, implementation, review and compliance to the factory’s Finished Product Release Program and the Pathogen Monitoring Program. You will support aspects of the HACCP food safety program including verification activities, documentation, and recordkeeping. You will provide training and coaching on hygienic conditions and practices for all associates in the factory.

• Finished product testing and release
• Lead the factory’s Pathogen Monitoring Program, including testing, verification activities, corrective actions
• Ensures compliance to the Hazard analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) Program in the factory
• Interact extensively with the operations group and influence, coach, and train all factory associates with regards to food safety requirements and expectations
• Responsible for the proper use and maintenance of lab equipment including the cleaning, verification and calibration and lab inventory
• Work as a team with other lab associates to achieve shift, department, and factory objectives
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and uphold Safety and Quality as core values.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 1+ years of laboratory, quality assurance and/or food manufacturing experience required

 

Other

• Associates or bachelor’s degree in science related field (Food Science, Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, related field) preferred
• Microbiological sampling and testing background preferred

 

This position will require travel up to 50% for the first 18 months and will gradually reduce as the Williamsburg Township facility approaches operational startup. The travel will include training at other Nestle Purina operating facilities and will assist with the startup of our Eden, NC plant. 

 

The approximate pay range for this position is $39,000 to $57,000. 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. 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)

 

REQUISITION ID:

285305

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