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

We're proud to introduce our state-of-the-art factory, located just 30 miles east of Cincinnati. From the ground up, our world-class facility in Batavia produces a diverse range of beloved and trusted pet care brands. Our passionate team thrives in an environment that prioritizes safety, cares for the environment, embraces cutting-edge manufacturing technology, and fosters a culture of continuous learning. Join us as we help shape the future of Nestlé Purina and write the next chapter of our history. 

As a Material Handler, you will help to support our Automated Storage Retrieval System within our Warehouse, while also being responsible for loading and unloading products. You will utilize digital systems for all shipping and receiving processes, as well as for communicating across the warehouse team. You will be accountable for ensuring high quality standards are met for all outgoing finished product.

The schedule for this role will start out on day shift for orientation and training. After several weeks of training have been completed, associates for this role will move to working a 2-2-3 schedule on night shift (6pm-6am).

The starting pay for this position is $31.07/hr., with a progression plan that provides for the ability to earn wages up to $34.28/hr., based on knowledge/skill demonstration, technical assessments and performance reviews. In this role, you will enjoy a retention bonus totaling $7,500, the opportunity to earn a quarterly bonus based on factory results and individual safety and quality contributions, $500 Lifestyle Spending each year, full health benefits, 401k match, generous PTO, excellent maternity/paternity leave and more!

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Directly responsible for supporting the Automated Storage Retrieval System, including cleaning and inspecting the system, making corrections to pallets as needed, troubleshooting, and inventory monitoring.
• Conduct trailer inspections and support shipping functions including case picking, loading and related processes to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Support receiving functions including unloading trailers operating a forklift, inspecting products and ensuring products are placed into correct storage areas. Repair damaged products as needed. 
• Maintain warehouse sanitation practices, support partial pallet consolidation, cycle counts and physical inventory counts.
• Actively participate in all factory Safety, Quality, and Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years’ experience with material handling, shipping and receiving or related functions within a warehouse, distribution center, manufacturing, industrial, military, or related environment
• 1+ years of forklift operating experience

Other:

• Proficiency using digital tools or programs such as SAP

• After orientation and training, you must be willing to work a night shift schedule

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 starting hourly pay for this position is $31.07/hr. 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 | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com).

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 equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected 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. 

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Job Requisition: 401229