You'll receive a variety of medical, dental and vision package options to choose from based on your lifestyle and health needs. These packages include options for family members and domestic partners. Life insurance, disability and employee assistance are offered at no cost to the associate. Also offered are a variety of cost-saving preventative opportunities through Nestlé's HealthWorks program — our onsite associate health and wellness program.
Employee Assistance Program
You're offered free, confidential access to professional counselors trained to help with a variety of personal or family issues.
Onsite Weight Management Programs
Your health matters to us. We offer various programs, depending on your location, to help you exceed your lifestyle goals.
Family
Parent Support Policy
Recognized as one of the most progressive policies for our industry, Purina is proud to offer up to 14 weeks of paid leave for a designated primary caregiver. Primary caregivers can elect up to 12 more weeks for a potential total of 26 weeks. If you're not the primary caregiver, you are offered one week of paid leave following the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Learn More
Child Adoption Assistance Program
Adopting a child is such a special time in your life, and we're proud to help you cover some of the costs. Please note: there are some variances in program details for specific employee groups.
Infant Formula Program
If you have an infant up to 12 months old, you'll receive 32 store coupons for any type of Nestlé Infant Formula — compliments of being part of the Nestlé family.
Pet Adoption Assistance Program
Every pet deserves a loving home. If you plan to give a dog or cat a new home, whether from a breeder or from a rescue organization, we give you $200 to help offset the cost of bringing a pet into your life. Visit Petfinder to begin the process of growing your family.
Financial Perks
Bonus Plan Eligibility
All full-time associates are eligible for a short-term incentive program based on the company's annual performance.
401K Matching Program
You put money in — and we match it. You'll save on a before-tax basis through convenient payroll deductions. Even at the entry level, it's never too early to start thinking about retirement.
Recognition Programs
Rewarding good work is necessary – and we like to give you more than a pat on the back. Depending on what motivates you, you can take home gifts or receive experiences you may not otherwise have. The best part about it? You get to choose.
Corporate Discounts
Being part of a corporation as large as ours allows you to reap some big rewards, like discounts when purchasing a vehicle, renting a vehicle, buying a new cell phone (or phone plan), starting up a health program or purchasing consumer products.
Education
Training & Development
Regardless of your role or where you perform your everyday job for Purina, our Associate Development Center at our corporate Headquarters in St. Louis is a place we've designed specifically to train and develop you throughout your career. We bring associates and partners in from around the world to learn in this facility – and you're no exception. Aside from in-class learning, there are thousands of online courses and resources to continue honing your skills.
Education Reimbursement
Thinking about going back to school to help grow your career? We offer reimbursement to help cover tuition costs, books and additional fees.
Paid Time Off
We all need some quality "me" time. And occasionally we (or our family members) get sick. You'll accrue earned paid time off each month to take the necessary time you need. Additionally, you'll enjoy several paid holidays and two "floating" days of your choice throughout the year.
*Various other on-site benefits and perks are available depending on your U.S. location.
We're Committed to Our Associates Even After They Retire
We believe in empowering our people. That's why we're committed to our employees even after they retire. We want you to stay in touch – volunteer, keep up with our news and events, benefit updates, and retiree perks. Continue to be an ambassador of Purina through the United Way, Glassdoor or Purina Pack. Share your retirement story or career advice you want to pass on to your successors. Do you have historical information to include in our library? Send us a note at STLHROperations@purina.nestle.com. We would love to hear from you.
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