Packaging Specialist (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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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.

POSITION SUMMARY:

You will be the technical packaging lead, in the Technical Applications Group (TAG), on cross-functional project teams to deliver innovation, renovation, cost savings, and ensure supply projects. Collaborate internally and externally to build relationships in order to continuously improve technical skills and personal development.

• Implementation of Innovation & Renovation strategy for the supported product categories in the Market.Implement/execute packaging development activities (e.g. design, prototyping, distribution, and internal/external factory testing) to achieve project goals and deadlines to delight the consumer & customer.
• Introduction of new product, packaging, and processes within the factories and external manufacturers.Collaborate internally and externally (marketing, Technical & Production, raw & pack material suppliers, etc.) in a team environment to develop, industrialize, and launch new products, quality improvements, compliance, and productivity cost savings.
• Continuously improve/optimize current product, packaging, and processes within factories, and external manufacturers according to local business needs and supply situation and/or implementation of initiatives.Develop, approve, maintain, and sustain the product, packaging, and process standards and specifications.
• Ensure adherence to all product/packaging/process standards.Comply with Nestle requirements (includes Nutritional Requirement, Sustainability, Packaging Safety), external standards, and local regulatory framework. Develop and/or assist in the development of market level product/packaging/process standards within the Nestle systems.
• Continuous improvement of technical skillsand personal development, while expanding internal and external networks.
• Develop expertise for product/packaging/process mastership within TAG.Develop the competencies required for product/packaging/process mastership to enable manufacturing excellence. Provide guidance and input to Operations for Standard Operating Procedures.
• Provide first line support to factories.Ensure knowledge transfer related to product/packaging/process mastership to eliminate the root cause of assistance requests

REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL:
* A BS or MS degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Packaging Science, Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
* Position requires approximately 15-30% travel.

EXPERIENCE:
* 3 years of product/packaging/process development experience in CPG or related field of work in factory environment

REQUIRED SKILLS:
* Ability to work in a fast paced and high performing environment
* Exceptional organizational skills & ability to manage multiple projects and assignments
* Strong communication skills: interpersonal, presentation, oral and written
* Highly motivated, critical thinker, goal oriented and easily adapts to change
* Computer Skills: Microsoft Office applications: Excel, Power Point, Word, Project
* Preferred: SAP and CAPE Palletization Program

The approximate pay range for this position is $89,500- $105,000 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)

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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.

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