Process Engineering Technician jobs in Kearney, NE

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 130 years in existence, we've grown our passionate Nestl Purina Family as we've grown the breadth of our business. Your needs are our responsibility- benefits, safety, and career growth. But, we leave it up to you to shape our future and your career aspirations.

As a Process Engineer, you'll be responsible for equipment re-design while implementing, controlling, and optimizing manufacturing processes and machinery to achieve organizational targets.You'll work hand in hand with Production and Engineering to help improve standards that enable high performing production processes in our facility.

• Identify, prioritize, and eliminate process losses.
• Analyze loss data to identify and implement projects to be executed towards the factory's overall continuous improvement plans.
• Work hands-on to build technical troubleshooting and process improvement capability within teams.
• Identify debottlenecking projects, lead v-curve analysis, and conduct balanced line flow studies.
• Participate in design, commissioning, and startup of new equipment and processes.
• Collaborate with technical experts and other factories to create and replicate optimal solutions and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering or related technical field.
• 1 years of project/ process management experience in a manufacturing military or related environment.

OR

• Associate's degree in a technical field.
• 3 years of project/ process management experience in a manufacturing, military, or related environment.

The approximate pay range for this position is $64,000 to $82,000. 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.

Nestle 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.

REQUISITION ID:

291117

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.

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