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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 prides itself on the power of togetherness-We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven.

Position Summary

For more than 80 years,we'veled the charge in revolutionizing pet food production and its ability to enrich the lives of pets everywhere. By 1956, through innovative engineering, weliterally reshapedpet care, introducing Dog Chow as the first extruded dry food.We'restill at it today, with Tidy Cats, the lightweight cat litter champion of the world and Pro Plan Bright Mind, a breakthrough formula with enhanced botanical oils shown to promote alertness and mental sharpness in aging dogs. Such leadership requires constant innovation--that'swhereyou willplay an integral role. 

As an Engineering PTC(Product Technology Center) Management Development Associate at Nestle Purina, we'll coach you from the start, shaping your career trajectory for continuous learning and growth.You'llplay a key role in leading research projects behind the everyday innovation and renovation of our pet food products.Together, we will explore quality assurance, safety, supply chain, accounting,human resources, production, engineering, information systems,and operations performanceto understand the collaborative nature of R&D engineering.You'llalsowork closely with our Corporate R&D team in St. Louis, MO, to focus on research projectsanddevelop a keen understanding of the science behind our factory equipment and products. 

Why choose a leadership developmental role with us?It'sa full-time position that fast-tracks you to management on the manufacturing side of our business. You are our future leader! Plus, the rotational component of the program provides a change in location which offers fresh perspectives and growth opportunities. With a relocationassistancepackage, each move will be supported so that you can focus on learning end-to-end processes, building your network, and launching your career. 

• Master plant process flows, utility flows, capacities, procedures, and practices 

• Lead continuous improvement effortsto improve process sustainability, capacity, and efficiency 

• Plan, organize,and perform trials and experiments (pilot and factory scale) to complete process and product development projects 

• Lead capitalprojects in factoriesand pilot plantsin accordance withengineering standards (some travel required) 

• Handle development and implementation of product line extensionsusing new and existing equipment in the factory 

• Research and propose R&D projectsutilizingtechnical innovations/renovations applicable to Nestle Purina's business strategy 

• Participate inquarterly technical competence unit (TCU) Engineering calls, as well asthe TCU Global Engineering Conference in St. Louis 

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering(Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial or related)attainedor expected byJune2027 

• Must be open to relocation to any of our 24 Nestle Purina manufacturing sites across the U.S. as you progress through the MDA program 

• You will start your rotation for this Engineering PTC MDA at the Nestle Purina factory in Clinton, Iowa 

Other

• Advanced degree or prior experience in researchpreferred 

• Priorinternship, co-op,practicumor manufacturingexperiencepreferred 

• Involvement in student organizations and/or other leadership experiencepreferred 

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.   

Don'tmeet all the qualifications listed under "other"? These arepreferred butnotrequired. When you apply for a role with Nestle Purina, we ensure that individual confidentiality is held to the highest regard. We are intentional about creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. We consider our associates our most valuable assets. Please apply for full consideration. 

The starting pay for this position is $85,000 per year. Please note that the pay provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Nestle offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcarecoverageand a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more atAbout Us | Nestle Careers (nestlejobs.com). 

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 Nestle. 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. Nestle seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestle home.
 

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This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. 

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