We’re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we’re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?
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POSITION SUMMARY:
We’re a “safety first” culture driven by a zero defect and zero waste mentality set out to enrich the lives of pets everywhere. As a leading pet food manufacturer, we carry on the legacy of our Founder who led us to reshape the larger pet care category. Over 120 years in existence, we’ve grown our passionate Nestlé Purina Family as we’ve grown the breadth of our business. Your needs are our responsibility—job security, benefits, safety, and career growth. But we leave it up to you to shape our future and your career aspirations.
As a Truck Jockey, you will perform a variety of tasks within our warehouse including loading and unloading trucks, moving trailers to and from the Mixing Center, and staging finished products as it is released from our packing area. You’ll be part of a team that maintains a safe work environment and provides a quality to our customers.
- Load and unload trucks and/or rail cars
- Perform daily maintenance checks of forklift and tractor trailer operations
- Practice good inventory, warehousing sanitation, and housekeeping
- Shuttle loads between plants and the Mixing Center
- Assist in moving trucks in and out of dock doors
- Operate the Rail King to move and position railcars to and from the rail doors
- Performs all other duties as assigned
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1+ years experience operating a forklift in a high volume warehouse/distribution center environment OR completion of a certified forklift operation training program
Preferred
- 1+ years of experience driving and docking 48 to 53 tractor trailers
Don’t meet all the qualifications listed under “other”? These are preferred, but not required. When you apply for a role with Nestlé 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 approximate hourly pay for this position is $29.27. 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 background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.
Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)
REQUISITION ID:
296712
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