Pilot Plant Technician

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Paris Township, OH

About The Position

Nestlé’s Research & Development Center is our regional powerhouse driving innovation in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical science. Backed by our global Nestlé R&D organization, we lead breakthrough discoveries that are both good for consumers and the planet. Our team of experts range from product developers to engineers, working across our portfolio of food, beverage, infant nutrition, and health science to create leading-edge products and services. As part of our organization, you will use your entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence to unlock the power of food and provide premium value. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Position Summary: Technicians play a key role in our innovation process by organizing and executing pilot plant trials and associated support under general supervision. Technicians perform mechanical troubleshooting/repair as required, interact with project teams, and participate in project discussions. Technicians participate in cross-training as needed and learn new required skills due to global technological advances.

Requirements

High School Diploma (or equivalent)
Minimum of 1-3 years of previous operational/manufacturing experience required
Strong critical and analytical skills including problem solving
Ability to lift up to 50lbs, occasionally may lift with assistance over 50lbs

Nice To Haves

Experience working on complex manufacturing systems similar with roasters, evaporators, centrifuges, aroma recovery systems, cell extraction and spray or batch dryers preferred
Experience working on similar equipment used for thermal and aseptic processing preferred
Experience and understanding of working with equipment that uses rupture discs and safety valves preferred
Previous mechanical operation experience or schooling in a maintenance/mechanical/trades program preferred

Responsibilities

Set up, start up, operate, clean, and shut down food processing equipment
Successfully execute equipment change over activities
Perform mechanical repairs, inspection and troubleshooting as required
Apply calculations as illustrated in the training program
Complete all specified training programs, gradually learn the principles of end-to-end soluble coffee global manufacturing processes including roasting, extraction, aroma recovery, evaporation and drying
Maintain equipment in good sanitary and working condition
Document trial data records and prepare summaries of trial results (Log Sheets, etc.)
Analyze data from various sources such as test results, process controls, trending, and monitoring, troubleshoot for deviations
Run sediment, moisture, powder density and other specific quality monitoring
Trace and understand process flows similar with fluidizing lines and operate heaters and coolers
Support Project Leaders, Pilot Plant Team Members and others in pilot plant trial preparation, execution, follow up, review and process improvement
Understand and adhere to all applicable job specific safety and security rules, including LOTO
Review and provide feedback for updates to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
Apply good manufacturing practices, follow SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), maintain a safe, clean, and sanitary work area
Support Sustainability Roadmap for the site
Additional duties as assigned