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 Di Giorno, 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.

Manufacturing Co-Op (Safety, Health and Environmental)

You know us as the food and beverage company behind a lot of your favorites like Stouffer’s, Hot Pockets, Nesquik, Toll House, Lean Cuisine, and Di Giorno, as well as new discoveries like Sweet Earth.

Across our organization, we are building a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is encouraged, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day!

Let’s challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. Here at Nestlé USA, you are empowered to become a student of the business and deliver the best to our consumers and your peers.

We’re inviting forward-thinking and courageous future technical experts and leaders to embrace an entrepreneurial and innovative mindset and start their journey of growth!

If you're a current undergraduate student eager to make an impact on an enormous scale, take strides into greatness and pursue your career with Nestlé USA. Our Manufacturing Co Op Program is ready for you!

Here's a breakdown of what to expect with this program:

Nestlé USA’s Manufacturing Co-op program is a development experience that provides selected individuals the opportunity to gain real world experience while pursuing their degree and deepen their understanding of manufacturing at Nestlé USA. The Springville Co-op program consists of 3-to-6-month rotational experiences in a factory environment intended to build capability and understanding of the Safety, Health and Environmental (SH&E) team at Nestlé USA. Whether you are joining the program as a junior or senior, you will receive an exciting introduction to the world of Nestlé USA and begin to understand the various departments working in collaboration to make our products.

As you further your educational career, you will begin to experience a unique breadth of work assignments within your area of expertise.

Your primary responsibilities:

As a Manufacturing Co-op, you will be learning and growing while delivering results for Nestlé USA through key projects, systems, and people. Project assignments can provide the opportunity for the Co-Op to demonstrate initiative, work cross-functionally and gain knowledge and skills by recommending organizational actions that focus on cost savings or operational efficiencies. Each Co-Op will be expected to complete a value-added project within the program timeframe.

Sample projects can include:

• Quality or other process improvement projects using basic problem solving or statistical analysis.

• Standardizing work processes to improve operations and materials to assist in the training of new operators.

• Safety initiatives including improvements to the Confined Space and Lock Out-Tag Out programs.

• Cost Reduction: Reducing the amount of time and rework caused by line start-ups.

• Energy Conservation projects to reduce factory impact on the environment and detect opportunities for energy savings.

Requirements

Education

• Working towards a bachelor’s degree in Environmental and/or safety discipline, Operations, Business Management, Manufacturing, Logistics Management, or another related field.

• GPA of 3.0 and above preferred

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong communication and presentation skills

• Analytical skillset for data tracking and results analysis

• Ability to work and thrive in a team environment

• Demonstrate outstanding learning capabilities

• Ability to deliver results on challenging assignments

Additional Requirements

• Comfortable working with people in various capacities in a factory setting

• Able to work any shift, including second or third shift as required throughout program experiences

• Open to working in facilities where ambient conditions may be very cold, wet or warm

• Ability to start the program in

Additional Perks:

• Immersion into a dynamic and collaborative work culture with varied colleagues

• Mentorship and professional guidance from experienced leaders

• Work with an influential industry leader in consumer packaged goods (Fortune Magazine)

• Volunteer in community service opportunities with a variety of Nestlé Share Valued Organizations (e.g. Boys & Girls Club of America & Nestlé Adopt-A-School Program)

• Competitive compensation

This Co-Op is in-person Monday thru Friday.

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 accommodations@nestle.com 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: 381593