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 PWM) organizes and performs work related to the care, palatability, or nutritional testing of pets under general supervision. The role is based at Nestlé Development Center in St. Joseph, Missouri, where dogs and cats participate in pet food research. The work supports research into pet well-being and the development of dietary solutions and all-life-stage pet food. The technician helps ensure pets receive high-quality care while research is conducted.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 2 years of professional animal handling or husbandry experience and/or regular care of animals.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Zoology, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Know and 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 Body Condition Scoring (BCS).
- Provide daily feedings and basic grooming for the pets.
- Report sick or unusual behavior observed in the pets to veterinary staff.
- Organize and perform work related to pet care, palatability, or nutritional testing under general supervision.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match
- Healthcare coverage
- Performance-based incentives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
