Associate Coordinator Trainee , Animal Care

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.

About the role

Our Nestlé Development Center (NDC) in St. Joseph, MO is home to confident, well-socialized dogs and cats who help us learn, research, and better understand the well-being of pets and promote the human-animal bond. You'll work alongside a team passionate about pet care that ensures our pets have the best quality of care while participating in cutting-edge pet food research. Our center is located near the metropolitan area of Kansas City, within 30 minutes of the Kansas City International Airport. St. Joseph is a tight-knit, rural community packed with character, still within commuting distance to the city, providing many residential opportunities.

As the Associate Animal Care Coordinator Trainee, you’ll be responsible for performing care and maintenance for pets in the facility. By maintaining a safe, clean, and sanitary work environment, you’ll ensure we practice safety in the workplace. You will also actively participate in training and skill development as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for pets including daily feedings, basic grooming, and enrichment activities
• Obtain accurate body weights and body condition scoring as required
• Ensure reliable data entry for all pet-related information
• Learn and implement socialization and training programs as per guidelines
• Perform necessary cleaning and sanitation duties to maintain a clean environment
• Adhere to Nestlé Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
• Acquire knowledge of and comply with the Animal Welfare Act and Nestlé Purina Petcare Manual procedures and protocols
• Report any sick animals or unusual behavior observed in the pets to the veterinary staff

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 6+ months of experience in animal husbandry and/or regular care of animals

Pay

The approximate pay range for this position is $31,000.00 to $44,000.00. 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.

Benefits

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.