External Petcare Enrichment - Contract

Nestle Purina Petcare
Nestle Purina Petcare

Part-time, Contractor

St Joseph, MO, USA

USD 17.5-17.5 / hour

Posted on Nov 1, 2026

External Petcare Enrichment - Contract

External Petcare Enrichment - Contract

Pet Enrichment Specialist - Contractor

**THIS IS A 12-MONTH PART-TIME CONTINGENT POSITION***

Position is located in St. Joseph, MO. Only Local Candidates will be considered.


JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for walking and socializing dogs under general supervision.
SHIFT: 20 hours/week (4 five hour days or 5 four hour days, starting at 6 or 6:30am) PAY RATE: $17.50 per hour


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Knowledge of and compliance with the Animal Welfare Act and all procedures and protocols in the Nestle Purina R&D Petcare Manual- Adherence to Nestle Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)- Practice safety in the work area
- Adhere to policy and procedure regarding sick animals or unusual behavior observed in the dogs
- Report to the Supervisor any broken or damaged equipment, item or physical area
- Walk and socialize dogs
- Comfortable being on their feet for the entirety of their shift, and comfortable being outdoors

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Actively participate in training and skill development as needed
- Additional duties as assigned - Care for and monitor growth of pets

SUPERVISION GIVEN AND RECEIVED:
- General supervision received from the Supervisor

JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, and Knowledge):
- High School Diploma (or GED)
- Prefer experience with dogs (ideally with different breeds and sizes) - Ability to work well independently in a team and across groups- Good interpersonal, communication, organization- Must be available to regularly work weekday mornings and some holidays, as needed

***THIS IS AN 12-MONTH PART-TIME CONTINGENT POSITION***
Position is located in St. Joseph, MO. Only Local Candidates will be considered.

Please note this contract position provides services to Nestlé in the USA on a temporary basis in connection with a specific assignment. Contractors in this position are hired and employed through Nestlé’s third-party staffing partner.

Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy

Job Requisition: 426161

Pet Enrichment Specialist - Contractor

**THIS IS A 12-MONTH PART-TIME CONTINGENT POSITION***

Position is located in St. Joseph, MO. Only Local Candidates will be considered.


JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for walking and socializing dogs under general supervision.
SHIFT: 20 hours/week (4 five hour days or 5 four hour days, starting at 6 or 6:30am) PAY RATE: $17.50 per hour


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Knowledge of and compliance with the Animal Welfare Act and all procedures and protocols in the Nestle Purina R&D Petcare Manual- Adherence to Nestle Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)- Practice safety in the work area
- Adhere to policy and procedure regarding sick animals or unusual behavior observed in the dogs
- Report to the Supervisor any broken or damaged equipment, item or physical area
- Walk and socialize dogs
- Comfortable being on their feet for the entirety of their shift, and comfortable being outdoors

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Actively participate in training and skill development as needed
- Additional duties as assigned - Care for and monitor growth of pets

SUPERVISION GIVEN AND RECEIVED:
- General supervision received from the Supervisor

JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, and Knowledge):
- High School Diploma (or GED)
- Prefer experience with dogs (ideally with different breeds and sizes) - Ability to work well independently in a team and across groups- Good interpersonal, communication, organization- Must be available to regularly work weekday mornings and some holidays, as needed

***THIS IS AN 12-MONTH PART-TIME CONTINGENT POSITION***
Position is located in St. Joseph, MO. Only Local Candidates will be considered.

Please note this contract position provides services to Nestlé in the USA on a temporary basis in connection with a specific assignment. Contractors in this position are hired and employed through Nestlé’s third-party staffing partner.

Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy

Job Requisition: 426161

St. Joseph, MO, US, 64503

St. Joseph, MO, US, 64503


Nearest Major Market: Kansas City

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