Packaging Associate

 

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

 

We’re growing our teams and business in our newly acquired manufacturing facility in Miami, Oklahoma. This former pet treats factory, bordering Kansas and Missouri–sitting just over an hour away from Tulsa, OK and Springfield, MO–was selected for its current and future pet treats production capabilities and shared commitment to quality and safety. We’re bringing industry-leading knowledge and experience to this venture as we expand our in-house capabilities for dog and cat treat innovation and production. Are you up for the challenge?

Within the production environment at our Nestle Purina Miami, OK facility, you will work as a Packaging Associate to support production.  Since safety is a top priority at Purina, much of your responsibility will focus on ensuring that our equipment and machinery remain in top-notch condition. Your ability to acclimate and problem solve quickly will be critically important as unforeseen equipment issues may arise throughout the normal operation day. Join the Nestlé Purina Family to support something so much greater – bettering the lives of pets everywhere.

As part of our production team, you will enjoy bi-weekly pay, quarterly bonuses, eligibility for overtime pay, full health benefits, 401K match, paid time off and much more.

The shift options available are 7am-7:30pm or 7pm-7:30am on a 2-2-3 schedule (2 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on). Must be open and available to work nights and/or weekends depending on position specified.

 This is an excellent role to learn all about our company environment and procedures and is a great starting point for developing a long term career with Nestle Purina. 

• Perform sanitation duties and material handling.
• Safely operates production and processing equipment.
• Perform quality checks and meet product specifications.
• Maintain a safe and clean workplace.
• Utilize computer technology and basic math skills to effectively perform job requirements.
• Occasionally will work at high heights within plant to fulfill job responsibilities.
• Work in facility environment that is not climate controlled.
• All other duties as assigned.

 

Requirements

• 6+ months experience in a manufacturing, production, warehouse, military or related fast paced environment.

 

The approximate hourly pay for this position is $17.70 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.

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 | Nestle in the US Benefits | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)

REQUISITION ID
285123

 

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