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Nestlé · St Joseph, MO

# External Petcare Enrichment - Contract

St. Joseph, MO, US $17.50 per hour 

Listed on Nestlé’s official careers site. Listed as of November 5, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
[Apply on Nestlé’s careers site →](https://jobdetails.nestle.com/job/St_-Joseph-External-Petcare-Enrichment-Contract-MO-64503/1453149633/)

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## Job description

### 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](https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy) Job Requisition: 426161 Pet Enrichment Specialist

### PAY RATE

$17.50 per hour ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Walk and socialize dogs
- Additional duties as assigned
- High School Diploma (or GED)

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](https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy) Job Requisition: 426161

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Not stated
- First seen by OpenNash: Nov 5, 2026
- Last checked: Nov 5, 2026
- Listed for: Under a day
- Location: St. Joseph, MO, US
- Pay: $17.50 per hour[Apply on Nestlé’s careers site →](https://jobdetails.nestle.com/job/St_-Joseph-External-Petcare-Enrichment-Contract-MO-64503/1453149633/)

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