Associate Quality Specialist
Nestlé SA, Fremont, CA, United States
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.
JOB SUMMARY
As an Associate Quality – Pilot Plant, you will ensure Quality and Food Safety by Design for our Nestlé Nutrition's Global Baby Food Meals & Drinks Category. Your role will involve providing scientific and technical guidance, maintaining knowledge of quality requirements and technologies, and supporting our R&D pilot plant, culinary kitchen, and laboratory quality management/good laboratory practice systems to assure compliance with internal and external requirements.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Pilot Plant Quality Processes
Develop, implement and maintain Nestlé Quality programs including HACCP, prerequisite programs & food safety plan in the pilot plant and culinary kitchen
Review production records and manage release of test material produced in the pilot plant
Ensure project managers and product developers are trained as needed in the Trial Management System and other quality requirements
Explore and support implementation of digital solutions and processes to enhance Quality systems and efficiencies to the site
Maintain laboratory equipment, provide training for methodology, and test products or ingredients to support innovation
Nestle Management System – Good Laboratory Practices
Coordinate the Nestle Management System (NMS) for the site and manage full implementation of the Food Safety Management System (FSMS) for pilot plant & Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) for the site laboratory
Representing the pilot plant in internal and external audits of the NMS & GLP processes
Participate and provide guidance in audits, gap assessments and technical assistance as requested
Ensure Quality and compliance of all development trials in the pilot plant
Support completion of Quality deliverables for pilot plant projects according to local and Nestlé requirements. Support research analysis as needed to help guide ingredient selection, investigation, or recipe optimization
Other Duties
Responsible to follow up and uphold all Food Safety, Food Quality, Occupational Safety, Health and Environment policies and procedures as pertains to role
JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience and Knowledge)
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Science (preferred microbiology, chemistry or food science) or equivalent work experience.
Quality and Food Safety experience within food manufacturing is preferred.
Proven track record in delivering results by working with cross‑functional teams.
Experience with implementation for external standards, including ISO 9001 and FSSC 22000 preferred.
Knowledge of trial or production systems such as SAP, Labware, etc. preferred.
Better Process Control School (course).
ISO FSSC 22000 Lead auditor training; PCQI certified, HACCP certified preferred.
Knowledge of Organic Certification requirements preferred.
Knowledge of Hygienic Design preferred.
Principles of environmental pathogen monitoring preferred.
Basic Thermal Process knowledge; General laboratory knowledge and technique.
Knowledge of FDA, USDA State of MI regulations.
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 are similar to the skills that will make you successful in this role. We also recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities.
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 accommodations@nestle.com 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 SUMMARY
As an Associate Quality – Pilot Plant, you will ensure Quality and Food Safety by Design for our Nestlé Nutrition's Global Baby Food Meals & Drinks Category. Your role will involve providing scientific and technical guidance, maintaining knowledge of quality requirements and technologies, and supporting our R&D pilot plant, culinary kitchen, and laboratory quality management/good laboratory practice systems to assure compliance with internal and external requirements.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Pilot Plant Quality Processes
Develop, implement and maintain Nestlé Quality programs including HACCP, prerequisite programs & food safety plan in the pilot plant and culinary kitchen
Review production records and manage release of test material produced in the pilot plant
Ensure project managers and product developers are trained as needed in the Trial Management System and other quality requirements
Explore and support implementation of digital solutions and processes to enhance Quality systems and efficiencies to the site
Maintain laboratory equipment, provide training for methodology, and test products or ingredients to support innovation
Nestle Management System – Good Laboratory Practices
Coordinate the Nestle Management System (NMS) for the site and manage full implementation of the Food Safety Management System (FSMS) for pilot plant & Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) for the site laboratory
Representing the pilot plant in internal and external audits of the NMS & GLP processes
Participate and provide guidance in audits, gap assessments and technical assistance as requested
Ensure Quality and compliance of all development trials in the pilot plant
Support completion of Quality deliverables for pilot plant projects according to local and Nestlé requirements. Support research analysis as needed to help guide ingredient selection, investigation, or recipe optimization
Other Duties
Responsible to follow up and uphold all Food Safety, Food Quality, Occupational Safety, Health and Environment policies and procedures as pertains to role
JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience and Knowledge)
Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Science (preferred microbiology, chemistry or food science) or equivalent work experience.
Quality and Food Safety experience within food manufacturing is preferred.
Proven track record in delivering results by working with cross‑functional teams.
Experience with implementation for external standards, including ISO 9001 and FSSC 22000 preferred.
Knowledge of trial or production systems such as SAP, Labware, etc. preferred.
Better Process Control School (course).
ISO FSSC 22000 Lead auditor training; PCQI certified, HACCP certified preferred.
Knowledge of Organic Certification requirements preferred.
Knowledge of Hygienic Design preferred.
Principles of environmental pathogen monitoring preferred.
Basic Thermal Process knowledge; General laboratory knowledge and technique.
Knowledge of FDA, USDA State of MI regulations.
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 are similar to the skills that will make you successful in this role. We also recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities.
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 accommodations@nestle.com 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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