Sr. Lab Technician

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

At Nestle 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 Nestle 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:

Nestle's Coffee & Beverage Division is on a mission to craft cups that uplift our consumers and better our communities. With brands like Starbucks, Coffee-Mate, Nescafe, Nesquik, Natural Bliss, Seattle's Best Coffee and Blue Bottle, our diverse product portfolio is brimming with rich and fulfilling opportunities for motivated individuals. Our offices provide an inspiring and high-energy work environment that fuels our fast-paced growth, and our field-based positions across the country ensure that we are fully immersed and positioned to pioneer the coffee and beverage market. Across our organization, we are creating a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm in order to delight our consumers and shoppers every single day. Together, we will elevate everyday moments with each sip.

The Technical Application Group (TAG) Sr. Lab Technician has responsibility for supporting both lab management and product development activities essential to the Innovation and Renovation portfolio of Coffee. The ideal candidate should have a strong interest in Food Science and previous laboratory experience. The Sr. Lab Technician should be responsible with a high level of integrity, able to follow protocols and instructions and a team player that shares the team's passion for driving Innovation with the highest quality standards. Strong communication skills and ability to organize work are required.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support product development by executing prototyping and formulation work under the TAG Specialist guidance
• Support TAG Specialist by performing analytical testing
• Support TAG Specialist by organizing product tastings for recipe approval
• Support TAG Specialist by leading shelf life studies, responsible for organizing the sample preparation, tasting coordination as well as results reporting and archiving
• Support TAG Specialist throughout the Technical Acceptance process with sample and documentation preparation, as well as sample shipment within and outside of the United States
• Support TAG Specialist with the creation of "IN/OUT" product specifications to be provided to factories
• Support sample preparation at Consumer Testing location if needed
• Support execution of GLPs in the lab and follow safety rules and procedures
• Organizes laboratory records and files
• Supports laboratory activities to ensure that high quality standards of products, services, housekeeping, and hygiene are maintained
• Manage and maintain product samples, according to GLPs for product storage and handling
• Responsible for maintaining inventory of stock materials, flavors and supplies
• Responsible for routine laboratory compliance and maintenance (Calibration, equipment testing, repairs) in adherence to Nestle requirements
• Ensures correct recording of laboratory and quality records in compliance with the factory Quality Monitoring Scheme (QMS), including storage and retrieval of records
• Responsible for samples and documentation preparation for shipment within and outside the United States
• Manage and organize incoming and outgoing shipments in a timely manner
• Organizing and maintaining storage areas to accommodate samples
• Support TAG Specialist with material ordering for trials, recipe entry and Technical Approval process documents

EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of combined educational and work experience
• 1+-year laboratory experience, preferably in food industry
• Technical training in scientific or food-related field
• Food science or technology background will be a plus
• B.S. Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry preferred

SKILLS:

• Must have good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be able to handle multiple assignments successfully
• Must be precise and accurate, well organized worker with excellent time management
• Must be able to perform in a demanding, fast-paced environment
• Good mathematical (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
• Well organized
• Ability to work independently

The approximate pay range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000 base salary. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location. Nestle offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefits packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at:About Us |Nestle Careers (nestlejobs.com)

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 Nestle. 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. Nestle seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestle home.

The Nestle 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 accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

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