Laborer General

Nestlé USA
Jacksonville, IL

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

At Nestlé USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

General Labor performs a variety of routine tasks in support of production. Primary function of this position includes material/product handling and providing production and quality assurance support. This position works collaboratively to achieve Nestlé business objectives of safety, productivity, customer service, quality, and environmental protection.

Pay Rate: $30.53

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Carry out various material and product handling activities; operate powered industrial trucks to move totes, material, and product as directed; hand package finished product into cases as needed; stack cases on pallets; hang powder storage bags; chip hardened power from storage totes; transfer animal feed from storage totes to bags; transfer bad powder to dumpsters.

Compact and bale cardboard for recycling.

Provide production support as authorized; relieve breaks in packaging areas; assist with production equipment operation if qualified and as directed.

Support quality assurance activities; weigh ingredients for flavor blending; perform re-work activities (re-label containers, place missing codes on product packaging, secure loose product container caps, etc.).

Read, understand, and comply with Nestlé Quality Monitoring Schemes (QMS).

Continually monitor work area for hazardous or unsafe conditions; report safety hazards and issues to immediate supervisor or facility safety personnel.

Contribute continuous improvement ideas and suggestions to improve operational efficiency, safety, and quality.

Participate in company environmental continuous improvement initiatives by seeking out and employing increased resource efficiency opportunities; promote and participate in waste conservation/management efforts (pollution prevention and recycling).

Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL:

  • High school diploma or GED.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Prior experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment (preferred).

SKILLS:

  • Communication skills (verbal and written).

  • Interpersonal skills and teamwork skills.

  • Time management and multi-tasking skills.

  • Analytical and problem solving skills.

  • Mechanical aptitude.

  • Intermediate computer skills.

  • Powered industrial truck skills

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 Nestlé. 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. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at [email protected] or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

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Job Requisition: 378731

Posted 2025-11-23

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