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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.For more than 30 years, our Management Development Associate program has developed our future leaders.As a management Development Associate,youwillembark ona personaland professional development experience a classroom simplycan?toffer. As a Manufacturing Excellence Management Development Associate at Nestl Purina, we will coach you from the start, shaping your career trajectory for continuous learning and growth. Together,we?llexplorequality assurance,safety,supply chain, engineering, human resources, production, R&D engineering,informationsystems,and operations performance to understand how each of these areascontribute toandimpactmanufacturing excellence.You?llalso gain experience in driving operational improvement projects as well as working on cross-functional teams to focus on making sustainable gains in reliability, quality, safety,cost,and delivery. Why choose a leadership developmental role with us? It's a full-time position that fast-tracks you to management on the manufacturing side of our business. You are our future leader! Plus, the rotationalcomponentof the program provides a change in location which offers fresh perspectives and growth opportunities. With a relocation assistance package, each move will be supported so that you can focus on learning end-to-end processes, building yournetwork,and launching your career.Discover a variety of field concepts, practices,and procedures that will allow you to rely on experience and discernment to plan andaccomplishyour goalsAnalyze given data and operating conditions; implement changes and follow-up on results by involving key stakeholders (i.e., sponsor, process owner, operator)Develop strategiesto reduce material usages, material losses, and work to achieve energy savingsPlan methods to improve efficiency in productionMaintain compliance with approved methods and quality standardsSupportbusinessinnovation andrenovationefforts REQUIREMENTSBachelor?s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Business Management or related disciplineattainedor expected by June 2027Must be open to relocation to any of our 24 Nestl Purina manufacturing sites across the U.S. as you progress through the MDA programYou will start your rotation for this Manufacturing Excellence MDA role at one of the following Nestl Purina factories: Bloomfield, Missouri; Crete, Nebraska;orDavenport,IowaOTHERPrior internship, co-op, practicum or manufacturing experience preferredInvolvement in studentorganizations and/or other leadership experience preferred This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Thestartingpay for this position is$85,000per year. Please note that the pay 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,skillsand abilities as well as geographic location.Don?t meet all the qualifications listed under other ? These are preferred but not required. When you apply for a role with Nestl 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.Nestl 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 moreat About Us | Nestl 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 Nestl. 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. Nestl seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you?ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestl home.The Nestl 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 accommodations nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy.Job Requisition:415320