Associate Technician, Animal Care - Trainee

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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 prizes the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected.

Purely Driven.

The Nestlé Development Center (NDC) in St. Joseph, MO is home to dogs and cats who help us learn, research, and better understand the well-being of pets and promote the human-animal bond. When you join us, you’ll work to ensure our pets have the best quality of care while participating in cutting-edge pet food research. Research that contributes to innovative, first-to-market dietary solutions as well as trusted all-life-stage pet food.

The center is located near the metropolitan area of Kansas City, within 30 minutes of the Kansas City International airport. St. Joseph is a tight-knit, rural community packed with character, still within commuting distance to the city, providing many residential opportunities.

• Knowledge of and compliance with the Animal Welfare Act and the Nestlé Purina R&D Petcare Manual
• Adherence to Nestlé Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
• Accurately and reliably record data as outlined by the requesting project scientists
• Collect and process samples for standard and non-standard nutrition tests
• Obtain animal body weights and Body Condition Scoring (BCS)
• Provide care including daily feedings of the pets and basic grooming
• Report to the veterinary staff when a sick or unusual behavior is observed in the pets

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 2+ years of professional animal handling/husbandry and/or regular care of animals

• Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Zoology, or related field

The approximate pay range for this position is $40,000 to $60,000. 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 401(k) with company match, health‑care coverage, and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.

Seniority level:
Internship.

Employment type:

Full‑time. Job function:
Other. Industries:
Food and Beverage Services.

Requisition

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

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