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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 DiGiorno, 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.

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POSITION SUMMARY

This position supports the Technical Applications Group with raw material, finished goods and packaging samples for testing submission, shelf-life studies, sensory evaluation, inventory management in the Sample Storage and Sample Processing room, shipping and compliance with established safety standards and Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP's).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sample Processing

+ Performs standard duties involving the operation, sanitation, and set up of equipment in the Sample Storage room for ambient shelf-life studies, refrigerated and frozen sampling, and packaging samples.

+ Main Point of Contact for laboratory samples and processing.

+ Own and manage sample processing tracker for each project and ingredient and packaging test requirements. Build test plans on laboratory websites to accurately perform the correct methods for each matrix. Be able to lead sample deviation requests.

+ Performs Keeping Quality (shelf-life testing) for finished products by family as directed by Quality or TAG.

+ Become the Super User for the shelf-life submission system for stability sample studies

+ Assist multiple coworkers with projects as needed.

Compliance:

+ Follow and uphold all Food Safety, Food Quality, Occupational Safety, Health and Environment policies as pertains to role.

+ Build sample plans into databases for sensory evaluations. Own sensory process, design and set-up for review.

+ Subject Matter Expert for ingredient test results.

+ Lead Trainer for TAG Sensory training. Provide sensory training to all new hires and TAG employees when needed who will participate in sample sensory.

+ Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL:

+ High School Diploma or GED with 3+ years’ experience, or Bachelor’s Degree with 1+ years’ experience in operations, food science/culinary, quality, or other relevant field

+ Must have good verbal and written communication skills.

+ Strong attention to detail, agile

+ Passion for learning

+ Excellent organizational and time management skills.

+ Perform in a demanding, fast-paced environment.

+ Basic statistical skills highly desirable, problem-solving and analytical skills.

+ Computer literate and proficient user of Word Processing/Spreadsheet/Databases applications.

+ Self-starter – possess strong initiative, professional, team player attitude.

+ Precise and conscientious worker.

+ Well-developed interpersonal skills.

+ Sense of responsibility.

+ Ability to work independently

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 [email protected] 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: 361162