Contractor Opportunities at Nestlé

This is a contingent role

This role is 1 year with a potential for renewal

The campus is a pet friendly environment

This role is onsite Monday- Friday

Pay is $22.50/hr

St. Louis Pilot Plant Day Porter

Job Summary:

The porter position supports research trials performed in a pet food pilot plant that evaluates innovative and novel formulas, ingredients, and processes.  The porter helps keep up the sanitation for food safety requirements as well as make the facility shine for tours.  The porter cleans tubs, buckets, floors, mats, pipes, walls, vents, railings, doors, docks, etc.  The porter will use a variety of cleaners and sanitizers based on the different hygienic food safety zones.  The porter will also use a floor scrubber and remove waste from the pilot plant. 

The role requires an individual that is a self-starter and motivated to have a clean and organized workspace with moderate direction from supervisors and technicians.  It is important for the individual to work cohesively with our team of 15 technicians. 

The schedule requires 9 hours per day on Monday – Thursday, but only 4 hours on Friday.  The day starts promptly at 6:45 am and will be finished at 4:15 pm.  Fridays start at 6:45 am, but will conclude at 10:45 am.

Requirements

• High School Diploma (or GED).  Experience in Food Manufacturing is a plus. 
• Ability to walk and stand throughout the day: climbing and descending stairs, bending, kneeling and lifting, and occasionally carrying loads up to 50 pounds.
• Must be a self-starter and motivated to have a clean and organized workspace.
• Must adhere to all facility policies concerning safety, security, and good manufacturing and food safety practices. Nail polish/Acrylic nails, jewelry of any type and fake eyelashes are not allowed in the pilot plant.
• Must adhere to Nestle Purina’s Drug and Alcohol-free workplace policy.

Porter Duties 

General

• Support the cleaning and sanitation of the pilot plant trials based on the specific work for the day.  Attend the Daily Operational Meeting at 7:30 am to understand how the day’s priorities will impact their duties.

Daily

• Direction / Priorities – Actively seek out direction from technicians to support trials, equipment cleaning, tours, and GMP audit findings for the day.
• Trash – Empty trash first thing each day in batching (1N) and mixing (2N). Make several rounds through the plant throughout the day and empty trashcans as needed. Check all trash cans at least once per day (1N, 2N, 4N). Trashcans must always have liners and be wiped down with Alpet wipes when soiled.
• Buckets/Tubs – Clean any buckets, tubs, utensils, etc. from sinks behind extruders (1N), mixer (2N), and FP (2N). Buckets/tubs are to be cleaned with Quorum Pink II HF and hot water, rinsed, sanitized with Quorum Green (pump sprayer) and left upside down to dry.

Porter Duties  (continued)

Daily (continued)

• Mats – Clean Dycem mats on 1N (south extruder entrance, 1N main hallway, FP packaging entrance). Mats will need to be cleaned at least twice daily (more often with heavy traffic). Dry-San Duo is sprayed on the mat, the mat is scrubbed with yellow squeegee, all soil squeegeed to edge of mat, and liquid wiped up with paper towels.
• General cleaning – Any available time shall be used to wipe surfaces throughout the plant. Examples include ledges, pipes, wall protrusions, vents/grates, etc. If there is dust/food residue and it can safely be cleaned, then it will be cleaned. Much of this cleaning can be accomplished using Alpet wipes.
• Comments –
  • Trash, buckets and tubs take priority.
  • Communicate with all teams and focus on heavy use areas such as behind extruders and 4N areas (when in operation).
  • The plant is a showplace. Help us keep it looking like one.
  • If you don’t have something to do, ask the lead technician or food safety specialist.

Weekly

• Boot Sanitizer – Wipe down the entire boot sanitizer with a clean, dry towel and the Dry-San Duo spray solution used on Dycem mats.
• Batching Floor Sweeper – Coordinate with batching lead to run the batching floor sweeper multiple times per week.
• Floor Scrubber – Run floor scrubber through main hallways on 1N one or two times per day. Scrubber waste tank is to be drained and washed out after each use. Fill scrubber soap tank with water halfway between the 60L and 80L marks on the fill tube. Add approximately 1 gallon of Lift RT to the soap tank after filling with water.
• Mats – Use RTU Surface Sanitizer (in place of Dry-San Duo) and follow the cleaning procedures listed in ‘Daily’ section.
• Doors – Polish both sides of all stainless-steel doors with a clean, dry towel and Eco Shine. Ensure that door edges, door jams, and all hardware are wiped as well.
• Railing – Wipe down all railings with Alpet wipes.
• Stairs – Polish all stair stringers with a clean, dry towel and Eco Shine.
• Dock – Sweep the dock, parking lot against the dock and dumpster area. Use black tools located next to salvage trailer.
• Training – there will be occasional safety and food safety training that will occur from 10:30 to 11 am on Fridays.  The work schedule will be adjusted during those weeks as appropriate.
• Schedule –
  • Work Hours (Mon – Thu)
    • 6:45 am to 4:15 pm;
    • unpaid lunch from 11:45 to 12:15 pm
  • Work Hours (Fri)
    • 6:45 am to 10:45 am;

Pay:$22.50 per hour

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. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.

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.

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Job Requisition: 426294 

Pet Enrichment Specialist - Contractor

**THIS IS A 12-MONTH PART-TIME CONTINGENT POSITION***

Position is located in St. Joseph, MO. Only Local Candidates will be considered.

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for walking and socializing dogs under general supervision.
SHIFT: 20 hours/week (4 five hour days or 5 four hour days, starting at 6 or 6:30am) PAY RATE: $17.50 per hour

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Knowledge of and compliance with the Animal Welfare Act and all procedures and protocols in the  Nestle Purina R&D Petcare Manual- Adherence to Nestle Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)- Practice safety in the work area
- Adhere to policy and procedure regarding sick animals or unusual behavior observed in the dogs
- Report to the Supervisor any broken or damaged equipment, item or physical area
- Walk and socialize dogs
- Comfortable being on their feet for the entirety of their shift, and comfortable being outdoors

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Actively participate in training and skill development as needed
- Additional duties as assigned - Care for and monitor growth of pets

SUPERVISION GIVEN AND RECEIVED:
- General supervision received from the Supervisor

JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, and Knowledge):
- High School Diploma (or GED)
- Prefer experience with dogs (ideally with different breeds and sizes) - Ability to work well independently in a team and across groups- Good interpersonal, communication, organization- Must be available to regularly work weekday mornings and some holidays, as needed

***THIS IS AN 12-MONTH PART-TIME CONTINGENT POSITION***
Position is located in St. Joseph, MO. Only Local Candidates will be considered.

Please note this contract position provides services to Nestlé in the USA on a temporary basis in connection with a specific assignment. Contractors in this position are hired and employed through Nestlé’s third-party staffing partner.

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Job Requisition: 426161 

This is a contract position providing services to Nestlé in the USA through a third-party staffing services organization. If you are selected for this role, you will be an employee of a third-party staffing partner and not Nestlé in the USA.

JOB SUMMARY:

This role is a contract position, 12 months with the potential for renewal*

Applicants must be local to Saint Joseph Mo

This position is responsible for performing the necessary work related to the care of the pets and sanitation of the PetCare buildings under general supervision. Pet Experience is preferred.Positions will be assigned to either our dog or cat department. Position is located in St. Joseph, MO facility- must be onsite each day/local candidates preferred.

The approximate hourly pay for this position is $17.50/hour. Please note that the pay rate 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 background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.

SCHEDULE:
Four 10-hour shifts

Sunday- Wednesday or Wednesday to Saturday 
Hours are between 6 AM – 5:30 PM

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Perform sanitation and cleaning duties of facilities
2. Assist with feeding our pets (placing, retrieving and cleaning food bowls)
3. Perform limited grooming as necessary4. Assist with exercise and socialization for our pets5. Report to the veterinary staff sick pets or unusual behavior observed in the cats or dogs
6.Report to the Manager any broken or damaged equipment, item or physical area
7. Maintain a safe, clean and sanitary work environment and practice safety in the workplace

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Additional duties as assigned

SUPERVISION GIVEN AND RECEIVED:
General supervision received from the Supervisor

JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, and Knowledge):
Able to work part time; including weekends and holidays
Ability to work well independently and in a teamGood interpersonal, communication, organization, and math skillsComputer literacy

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS PREFERED BUT NOT REQUIRED:
Some animal handling or grooming experience preferred

Pay:$17.50 per hour

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. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at top of range.

Please note this contract position provides services to Nestlé in the USA on a temporary basis in connection with a specific assignment. Contractors in this position are hired and employed through Nestlé’s third-party staffing partner.

Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy

Job Requisition: 424996 

Please note this contract position provides services to Nestlé in the USA on a temporary basis in connection with a specific assignment. Contractors in this position are hired and employed through Nestlé’s third-party staffing partner.

Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy

Job Requisition: 424739 

This is a contract position providing services to Nestlé in the USA through a third-party staffing services organization. If you are selected for this role, you will be an employee of a third-party staffing partner and not Nestlé in the USA.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Contract Sensory Panelist is responsible for objectively evaluating food products for appearance, aroma, flavor, and texture, with a requirement for strong sensory acuity and the ability to consistently apply standardized tasting methods.

Please note: This is a temporary external worker position, and hires will be employed by a third-party staffing company.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Engage in team discussions and activities to objectively describe food products
• Taste and objectively assess food samples from an appearance, aroma, flavor, and texture standpoint• Enter data in computer system
• Work schedule is fixed 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Tuesdays through Thursdays. Breaks will be provided to avoid tasting fatigue.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience and Knowledge):
• Ability to safely and effectively taste a wide variety of food products

•Ability to accurately detect, distinguish, and evaluate taste attributes of food products, including identifying subtle flavor differences and documenting observations using standardized methods,

• Ability to accurately detect, distinguish, and evaluate aromas and scents of food products, including identifying subtle differences and documenting observations using standardized methods.

•Ability to accurately evaluate texture and visual characteristics of food products, including consistency, structure, and appearance, and to document observations using standardized methods.

•Ability to accurately detect, distinguish, and evaluate colors and their variations in food products, including identifying subtle differences in hue, intensity, and consistency, and documenting observations using standardized methods.

• Ability to follow detailed instructions and complete routine tasks quickly and accurately.
• Ability to communicate effectively, in English, sufficient to participate in group discussions and engage in written communication

 • Enthusiasm and ability to participate effectively in group discussions, achieve consensus, and collaborate with group members
• Basic computer skills, including email and data entry
• No prior experience as a taster is required as training will be provided

*CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A QUESTIONNAIRE AS PART OF THE APPLICATION

Please note this contract position provides services to Nestlé in the USA on a temporary basis in connection with a specific assignment. Contractors in this position are hired and employed through Nestlé’s third-party staffing partner.

Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy

This is a contract position providing services to Nestlé in the USA through a third-party staffing services organization. If you are selected for this role, you will be an employee of a third-party staffing partner and not Nestlé in the USA.

THIS IS A 12 MONTH CONTRACT ROLE. ONLY CANDIDATES LOCAL TO ST. LOUIS, MO WILL BE CONSIDERED. 

 Schedule: Monday-Friday (Mon-Thu in office)  

Coordinator, HR Services – Contingent

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide administrative support to multiple Purina factories across the organization, including data entry, personnel records management, and training coordination. Maintain strict confidentiality and demonstrate a strong understanding of applicable federal HR and payroll regulations.

Process employment-related transactions such as employee life-cycle events, pay changes, and other sensitive forms and records. Ensure timely maintenance and distribution of employee information, policies, procedures, and related communications.

Support a continuous learning environment by documenting and sharing knowledge across the team. Demonstrate administrative excellence by consistently meeting or exceeding departmental goals and contribute ideas to improve team effectiveness and operational efficiency.

The HR Operations Associate plays a key role in ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of HR Operations. This includes responding to routine HR inquiries, providing system expertise, and serving as a trusted liaison with HR Centers of Excellence. The role also involves supporting various HR initiatives.

Regularly interface with key stakeholders, including factory and field personnel, HR Operations, HR Business Partners, and HR Services teams.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform routine HR transactions and correspondence in alignment with customer requests and requirements.
• Process and maintain documentation related to employee lifecycle activities, including employment changes, and other HR records.
• Manage employee lifecycle transactions in a timely manner, including job requisitions, position changes, organizational updates, and separation or retirement processes.
• Assess customer needs, gather relevant information, and provide guidance or resolution options while navigating multiple HR systems and applications.
• Support high-volume workloads for assigned client groups.
• Serve as a communication liaison by identifying and sharing departmental trends, concerns, and improvement opportunities with HR Leadership, Factory HR, and HR partners.
• Collaborate regularly with HR teams through ongoing communication, participation in team calls, and support with reporting and escalations as needed.
• Create, maintain, and continuously improve departmental processes and documentation.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders and team members to support efficient and effective processes.
• Help ensure the accuracy and integrity of employee records, including completion of Form I-9 verifications.
• Conduct New Hire Orientations as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum):

Education:

High School diploma or GED equivalent required

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related discipline preferred

Combination of education/experience, in a human resources environment helpful

Experience (Years/Type):

3+ years of customer service-related experience

1+ years prior experience in the field of Human Resources preferred

Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft tools, including Outlook, Excel, and Power Platform (preferred).
• Ability to manage a high volume of transactions within HR systems, including employee and manager inquiries, transfers, promotions, terminations, leaves of absence, and payroll/timekeeping issues.
• Demonstrates strong learning agility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work effectively across groups.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and responsibilities while maintaining accuracy.

The approximate hourly pay for this position is $28/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 background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position. 

Please note this contract position provides services to Nestlé in the USA on a temporary basis in connection with a specific assignment. Contractors in this position are hired and employed through Nestlé’s third-party staffing partner.

Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy

Job Requisition: 421243 

This role is for 12 months with the potential for renewal

This role is local to Saint Louis Mo

This role can be onsite or remote ( IF THE PERSON IS LOCAL TO SAINT LOUIS OR ILLINOIS AND IS WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE, THEY WILL BE REQUIRED TO COME IN MONDAY-THURSDAY, FRIDAYS AT HOME) 

As a Talent Acquisition Associate you will partner with hiring managers and will be responsible for executing recruitment strategies. You will provide exceptional customer service to hiring managers and candidates alike, communicating regularly and providing updates.
Job Responsibilities:
• Develops and/or executes tactical sourcing and recruiting strategies aimed at generating candidate flow to meet overall recruiting objectives.
• Conducts or participates in strategy planning meetings, resume screening, phone interviews, consensus meetings, interview set-up and offer process.
• Recruits candidates for designated jobs through existing databases, internet search engines, referrals, networking, direct recruiting, job boards, and social media.
• Review and/or screen resumes and phone interview candidates as needed.
• Provides exceptional customer service to candidates and hiring teams throughout the recruitment process.
• Use data to present to hiring managers when building recruiting strategies.
• Build and utilize Talent Pipelines
• Ensures OFCCP and EEOC requirements are met by the recruiting process through a thorough understanding of employment law and regulations.
• Participates in project work and assignments as required.

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s Degree and 1+ years of recruiting/sourcing experience
OR
• High School Diploma and 5+ years of recruiting/sourcing experience

Other:
• 1+ years’ experience recruiting (assessment/ interviewing) or sourcing candidates preferred
• 1+ years conducting business, project related, or competitive intelligence research preferred

The approximate hourly pay for this position is $33.00/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 background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.