Technology Product Development Specialist

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA•Paris Township, OH

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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. Lead product development activities that deliver innovative and competitive products/processes/systems in response to business needs in accordance with requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in food science/food technology or related field is required
Minimum 5 years in food & beverage industry.
Previous professional experience across food / beverage formulation & processing.
Solid knowledge in scientific/technology field.
Competent in all areas of the trial management process.
Strong understanding of project management in R&D and basic project management skills.
Understanding of Consumer Insight and Research Methodologies; basic understanding of finance and marketing methodologies.

Nice To Haves

Masters’s degree in Food Science/Food Technology or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop products in a timely manner, using innovative ingredients / processes with ideas generated from consumer and technical insights.
Manage bench and pilot plant trials through factory scale-up. Products align with consumer preference and other corporate guidelines as well as agreed upon timelines.
Work in project teams within R&D, Application Groups, Markets, Factories (Nestle & Co-man) and Business Units.
Participate in training for Application Groups, including presenting in Product Development workshops.
Document all product development activities in accordance with Nestle Idea to Launch (I2L) process, including the use of NesTMS (Trial Management System).
Calculate the carbon impact of projects for sustainability deliverables
Communicate findings effectively with stakeholders and partners.
Ensure intellectual asset management practices are applied
Comply with all Nestlé Integrated Management Systems and all other company policies and procedures.
Continue to expand and share knowledge in scientific field and business aspects of the beverage industry.