Factory Quality Technician (Microbiologist)

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 newest factory, located along the Virginia border, breathes new life into a former brewery, creating an innovative and technologically advanced pet food manufacturing facility. We have transformed the existing structure in Rockingham County to produce leading dry dog and cat food brands, including Purina Pro Plan®, Purina ONE®, and Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets®. With a strong focus on sustainability and safety, this facility is committed to doing our part to care for the environment, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity and maintaining zero waste for disposal.

As a Factory Quality Technician (Microbiologist), you will be responsible for managing routine microbiological evaluations of the factory production environment and processing systems. You will lead the factory in ensuring that all quality operations aspects are in place and high functioning including, but not limited to verification activities, documentation, and recordkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Oversee factory Pathogen Monitoring Program
• Interact extensively with the operations group and influence, coach, and train all other factory personnel with regards to QA requirements and expectations
• Responsible for the proper use and maintenance of lab equipment including the maintenance, cleaning, and calibration
• Work as a team with other lab associates to achieve shift, department, and factory objectives

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 1+ years of laboratory, quality assurance and/or food manufacturing experience required

Pay

The approximate pay range for this position is $44,030 - $63,460. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location.

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.