Job Description

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, you'll embark on a personal and professional development experience a classroom can't offer.

As an Engineering Management Development Associate at Nestle Purina, we will coach you from the start, shaping your career trajectory for continuous learning and growth. Together, we'll explore information systems, quality assurance, supply chain, accounting, human resources, production, R&D engineering, and operations performance to understand how each of these areas collaborate with engineering. Following from there, you'll experience leading and executing capital projects that impact the larger business.

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 the future leader! Plus, a change in location offers a fresh perspective. Relocate to our factory sites nationwide with a relocation assistance package, learn end-to-end processes, build your network, and launch your career.

Develop detailed project scopes that account for operational impact. Craft solutions to problems in accordance with engineering standards. Prepare specifications and bid scopes, as well as evaluate bids and awards for construction projects. Oversee project start-ups and contractors. Master plant process flows, utility flows, capacities, procedures, and practices.

Requirements

Must be open to relocation to one or more of our 24 production facilities across the U.S. Bachelor's degree in Engineering attained or expected by June 2026.

Other

Prior co-op, practicum, or internship experience; manufacturing experience; student organization or other leadership experience is preferred.

Requisition: 365273

The approximate pay for this position is $85,000. 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 knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

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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