Associate Technician Trainee, Animal Care
Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•St. Joseph, KS
•$44,273 - $58,473
About The Position
The Associate Technician Trainee, Animal Care (Cat Pal) works at Nestlé’s Development Center in St. Joseph, Missouri, where dogs and cats participate in pet well-being research and pet food studies. Under general supervision, the trainee organizes and performs work related to animal care, palatability testing, and nutritional testing. The role supports research that contributes to dietary solutions and pet food products while ensuring the animals receive quality care.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 2 years of professional animal handling or husbandry experience and/or regular animal care.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science, Zoology, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Comply with the Animal Welfare Act and the Nestlé Purina R&D Petcare Manual.
- Adhere to Nestlé Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
- Accurately and reliably record data as outlined by requesting project scientists.
- Collect and process samples for standard and non-standard nutrition tests.
- Obtain animal body weights and perform Body Condition Scoring (BCS).
- Provide daily feedings and basic grooming for pets.
- Report sick or unusual behavior observed in pets to veterinary staff.
Benefits
- Performance-based incentives and bonus eligibility.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Healthcare coverage.
- A broad range of other benefits; packages may vary depending on the position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
