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Highland, Illinois, United States
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Job Description:
Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future
Role: Universal Production Worker
Compensation: $19.75/hour + $1.50/hour shift premium (2nd shift only)
Location: Companion Animal - Highland - 145 Matter Drive
Hours: 2nd Shift: Mon-Thurs. 4 pm - 2 am, OT on Fridays
Vacancy Type: Replacement
Why join us
Get ready to Own your career as a Universal Production Worker at Trouw Nutrition, a Nutreco company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us in this impactful role and help deliver the production of feed, in a sustainable way to a growing population. Own your direction, Own your development and Own your path.
What you’ll do
You will support and execute critical operational activities as a Universal Production Worker to achieve production targets at our Companion Animal Highland location. You will be responsible for discharging, loading, transporting, and labeling materials while operating specialized machinery. Your daily tasks include performing routine operational processes, executing small maintenance tasks on production equipment, and accurately logging data into the appropriate systems. Beyond technical operations, you will signal any process deviations and ensure your work area remains clean and safe in strict compliance with quality, safety, and environmental guidelines.
Who we’re looking for
We are looking for a dedicated team player with a high school diploma and previous manufacturing experience who is ready to "Own It" by taking personal accountability for operational excellence. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and the ability to prioritize tasks while executing (semi) routine work, such as operating machinery, performing small maintenance tasks, and accurately logging production data. Beyond technical skills like a valid driver’s license and the proficiency to handle specialized tools, we seek someone who translates our purpose into action by maintaining high standards for safety and quality. You should be a proactive problem-solver who signals process deviations and promotes awareness of unsafe situations, ensuring that your individual contributions turn our collective ambition into progress.
You’ll also need
Manufacturing Experience: Have a background in a manufacturing environment, demonstrating a high school diploma and a foundational understanding of production settings.
Operational Proficiency: You need the ability to operate specialized equipment and machinery, including tasks like discharging, loading, transporting, and cleaning materials. A driver’s license is required. Previous forklift experience is an asset.
Maintenance and Technical Documentation: You are required to possess the skills to periodically inspect equipment, execute small maintenance tasks, and accurately log data into production systems.
Safety and Regulatory Compliance: You must be able to strictly follow mandatory work instructions and comply with all safety, quality, and environmental regulations to maintain a safe work area.
Accountability and Teamwork: You should demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills and a commitment to "Own It" through personal accountability, urgency, and a focus on the success of the team.
What you’ll receive
As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long-term focus.
In addition, you’ll receive:
How and why to find out more
We can offer you a career with real meaning and purpose. Where you’ll feel proud of what you do every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to Own your development, your potential and your career. We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible.
#Ownit
Additional Information
AI Screening Disclosure: Nutreco does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision‑making tools to screen, assess, or select candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are reviewed directly by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers.
Eligibility: Candidates applying to job openings must already be authorized to work independently in the country where the position is based. Employer sponsorship is not available for this role.
Background Check: Final candidates who are offered a position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and physical/drug testing.
Accessibility: Nutreco is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive recruitment experience. Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process. If you require support, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Employment Equity: We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.
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Our organisation:
Trouw Nutrition is the global leader in innovative feed specialties, premixes and nutritional services for the animal nutrition industry. Trouw Nutrition provides species-specific nutritional solutions consisting of feed concepts, products and nutritional know-how. The unique combination of products, models and services Trouw Nutrition offers, boosts productivity and supports animal health through all life stages, contributing to our customers' peace of mind. Trouw Nutrition's nutrition solutions have met the need of farmers and home-mixers, feed producers, integrators and distributors. Trouw Nutrition has locations in 25 countries and around 5000 employees. Our mission is Feeding the Future.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Trouw Nutrition is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Trouw Nutrition is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.