Beverage Lab Technician - TAG

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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:

The Technical Application Group (TAG) Technician has responsibility for supporting product development activities essential to the Innovation and Renovation portfolio of the Beverage Division. The ideal candidate should have a strong interest in Food Science and previous laboratory/bench top/factory experience. The TAG 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

Product Development Support

• Assist in bench top/pilot plant formulation under TAG Specialist guidance
• Lead shelf-life studies including sample preparation, tasting coordination, reporting, and archiving
• Coordinate sample collection and shipment for marketing requests like photo shoots and food shows
• Help with Technical Acceptance process by preparing samples and documentation, and coordinating shipments
• Prepare samples for Consumer Testing location if required

Receiving/Shipping of Samples

• Coordinate incoming and outgoing shipments promptly with Specialists & NDC staff
• Organize and maintain non-NDC storage areas for samples

Administrative:

• Assist TAG Specialist with material ordering for trials
• Maintain lab cleanliness and stock of raw materials

SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Product Development Support

- Support Innovation and Renovation by coordinating and leading competitor analysis activities - panels, washouts, general data collection, etc...

- Support Innovation and Renovation through collaboration with TAG Specialist on the creation of "IN/OUT" product specifications to be provided to factories, ensuring consistency and quality

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

EXPERIENCE:
- Some laboratory or factory experience, preferably in the food industry.
- Technical training in scientific or food-related field- Food science or technology background will be a plus

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.
- Ability to work independently.

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