Production Operator

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.

Located in North America’s wind belt, Davenport is at the forefront of renewable energy technology and has remained home to our largest manufacturing facility since 1927. Originally producing cereal, the factory became a pet food‑only manufacturer in the late 199’s and as the largest pet food manufacturing facility in the U.S., it carefully produces, packages and ships several varieties of our Dog Chow®, Puppy Chow®, Alpo®, Beneful®, Nestlé Purina ONE®, Cat Chow®, Kitten Chow®, Friskies® and Kit N Kaboodle® brands.

• Train on various production roles including Operator Process, Operator Relief, and Operator Line to be placed into various areas of the factory as needed.
• Troubleshoot equipment, process, or product problems.
• Maintain knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts, 5S practices, and continuous improvement operations.
• Conduct general sanitation activities including being trained in emptying hoppers and baler.
• Run reports and manage data using computer-based technology.

This position requires the ability to work 2nd, 3rd, and weekend shifts, as well as extensive overtime.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment as a production or machine operator.

• Starting pay of $25.78/hour for the introductory period, with an increase to $29.56/hour after 6 months.
• After one year of service, you will receive the bid rate for the job you are performing, which can start at $38.03/hour and has the potential to be higher.
• Shift differential and overtime/double time pay as applicable.
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance (Broad Portfolio of Insurance Options, Deductibles and Copays Including Health Savings Account).
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance, as well as employee elected supplemental.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Pension – Company funded.
• Paid Vacation.
• Paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee appreciation events.
• Quarterly Bonus Reward.

Compensation is a good faith estimate for the position; final compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location.

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  or call 1‑800‑321‑6467.

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