Cereal Operator (Dry Tower)

As the world leader in nutrition, health and wellness for children from birth to preschool, Gerber Products Company is committed to creating a strong future. We joined the Nestlé Nutrition family in 2007, and have been a partner in parenthood ever since. Our Anything for Baby team works closely with experts to create products that enrich and establish healthy habits for children, and are good for the planet as well. A career at Gerber provides meaningful opportunities to develop professionally, and nurture generations to come. Now is the time to define your future, and ours too.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Position Snapshot

Support cereal production in the dry tower primarily through the operation of various machinery. In alignment with Act 593(B) this position is considered safety sensitive as this employee operates, maintains, and monitors machinery.

Position Summary

Job requires the ability to work independently, plan, originate and adapt to accomplish such tasks as communicating with previous crews, understanding dry material handling from Roller Driers, checking production schedule specifications and verifying inventory status in Dry Tower.
Employee will support Filler operations through monitoring inventory level in bins, quality of big bags produced and remaining finished case requirements for packaging.
Employee will support Dry Tower delivery systems, adjusting operational parameters as needed while maintaining open communication with Filler and Drier Operators. Employee will be called upon to show new hires or trainees the duties of the job and help develop initial training documents.
Employee must also maintain documentation/checks which include verifying MES & Quality checks on required frequencies, technical run parameters and documenting all down time. Close attention to detail is required.
Employee must ensure the clearing out of product in each process from the discharge of the Roller Driers, Dry Tower and packaging (fillers) which consists of stopping the flow of sheets off the drier, clearing out airvey systems, and communicating problems/ issues to appropriate operators in Roller Drier Room, Filler Room and Cereal Leadership members.
- Maintain housekeeping, zoning requirements and a 5S standard in designated area, work requires considerable average to great physical exertion during the work shift.
Associate performs job specific checks and paperwork.

Any additional duties assigned by the department supervisor

What will make you successful

Attention to Detail
Machine Operation Skills
Problem Solving Skills
Excellent Computer Skills
Excellent Communication Skills
SAP Working Knowledge

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.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

As the world leader in nutrition, health and wellness for children from birth to preschool, Gerber Products Company is committed to creating a strong future. We joined the Nestlé Nutrition family in 2007, and have been a partner in parenthood ever since. Our Anything for Baby team works closely with experts to create products that enrich and establish healthy habits for children, and are good for the planet as well. A career at Gerber provides meaningful opportunities to develop professionally, and nurture generations to come. Now is the time to define your future, and ours too.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Position Snapshot

Support cereal production in the dry tower primarily through the operation of various machinery. In alignment with Act 593(B) this position is considered safety sensitive as this employee operates, maintains, and monitors machinery.

Position Summary

Job requires the ability to work independently, plan, originate and adapt to accomplish such tasks as communicating with previous crews, understanding dry material handling from Roller Driers, checking production schedule specifications and verifying inventory status in Dry Tower.
Employee will support Filler operations through monitoring inventory level in bins, quality of big bags produced and remaining finished case requirements for packaging.
Employee will support Dry Tower delivery systems, adjusting operational parameters as needed while maintaining open communication with Filler and Drier Operators. Employee will be called upon to show new hires or trainees the duties of the job and help develop initial training documents.
Employee must also maintain documentation/checks which include verifying MES & Quality checks on required frequencies, technical run parameters and documenting all down time. Close attention to detail is required.
Employee must ensure the clearing out of product in each process from the discharge of the Roller Driers, Dry Tower and packaging (fillers) which consists of stopping the flow of sheets off the drier, clearing out airvey systems, and communicating problems/ issues to appropriate operators in Roller Drier Room, Filler Room and Cereal Leadership members.
- Maintain housekeeping, zoning requirements and a 5S standard in designated area, work requires considerable average to great physical exertion during the work shift.
Associate performs job specific checks and paperwork.

Any additional duties assigned by the department supervisor

What will make you successful

Attention to Detail
Machine Operation Skills
Problem Solving Skills
Excellent Computer Skills
Excellent Communication Skills
SAP Working Knowledge

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.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Fort Smith, AR, US, 72904