Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

POSITION SUMMARY

Since the doors opened in 1972, this factory has grown dramatically into a sustainable state-of-the-art facility. With sustainability and safety at the forefront of our minds, our Atlanta factory proudly and passionately produces 460,000 tons a year of our dry pet food brands, including Alpo®, Beneful®, Cat Chow®, Dog Chow®, Friskies®, Purina ONE®, and Pro Plan®. Our factory does our part for the environment by conserving water, investing in renewable electricity, maintaining zero waste for disposal and more. This plant location is situated along the southern crescent of Metro Atlanta—an area that nearly 6 million residents and many of our associates call home. Atlanta is considered the major commercial and financial center of the Southeast, and together, we contribute to the growth of businesses and population, building the city's strong logistics, entertainment and film, and health services industries.  

As a Production Operator, you’ll work hands-on with a collaborative team at the center of our factory processes. You’ll train in several functional areas within the manufacturing environment so you can provide support across our production teams. With safety top of mind, you’ll ensure that our equipment and machinery remain in top-notch condition as you use your quick problem-solving skills to address equipment needs throughout the operation day. Discover our operations through the lens of different shifts and functions, as you work with industry experts in each of the different areas of manufacturing in this role.

**This position will be for Weekend Relief Shift. The schedule will be an overnight shift; Saturday-Monday 3:00 PM-3:00 AM.**

• Must always work safely by following safety policies and procedures including attending safety team and plant-wide meetings, participating in safety and functional training, and performing regular observations.
• Operate production equipment across various areas of the factory.
• Sample ingredients and/or in process product.
• Communicate with other operators, truckers, team leaders, and quality assurance and food safety personnel.
• Maintain proper sanitation levels.
• Operate a forklift.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Requirements 

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment as a production or machine operator. 

The hourly pay for this position is $33.54. 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 About Us | Making an Impact | Nestle Careers (nestlejobs.com).

REQUISITION ID:

334327

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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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