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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 a Factory Quality Assurance (QA) Technician, you will ensure proper functioning of quality operation aspects such as ingredient management and receiving, formulation, product quality and safety, hold product management, release criteria, net contents, and sensory program. You will provide technical support for the factory in regard to all quality aspects during production while upholding safety and quality standards.

The first several months of this role are project related with the goal of planning and developing the department as we approach operational startup. This position will require travel up to 50% for training purposes to other Nestle Purina factory locations within the U.S. Once the Williamsburg Township facility reaches operation, there will be little to no travel required.

The schedule options once the Williamsburg Township facility approaches operational startup will be either 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am, operating on 2-2-3 schedule (two days on, two days off, three days on).

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee process to ensure products produced in the factory adhere to the standards of quality and food safety.

• Lead operational support and improvement activities for the quality stream including but not limited to QA checks, problem solving, project implementation, and standard creation, revision, and implementation.

• Act as the shift Champion for Quality and serves as the QA technical expert for their area of responsibility. Provide related coaching to all associates.

• Lead and support the hold management process, status control and final disposition. Conduct sampling and testing of hold product.

• Lead daily sensory product program. Maintain finished product reference samples and photo standards.

• Support the factory’s main laboratory and satellite laboratories including equipment upkeep, calibration, internal control plans, and training.

• Maintain QA programs including but not limited to Quality Collaboratives, References and Proficiency samples.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

• 6+ months experience working in a lab, quality, food manufacturing, or related environment

Other:

• Must be willing to travel up to 50% for 1-3 months for training purposes. There will be little to no travel required once the Williamsburg Township facility is operational. 

Don’t meet all the qualifications listed under “other”? These are preferred, but not required. When you apply for a role with Nestlé Purina, we ensure that individual confidentiality is held to the highest regard. We are intentional about creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. We consider our associates our most valuable assets. Please apply for full consideration.

The approximate pay range for this position is $39,000 to $57,000 annually. 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. Nestle in the US Benefits | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)

REQUISITION ID:

332227

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