Technical Application Group Specialist

At Nestle Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life, Nature's Bounty, Vital Proteins, Orgain, Nuun, BOOST, Carnation Breakfast Essentials, Peptamen, Compleat Organic Blends, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.At Nestle Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing.Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers.RESPONSIBILITIESFormulate nutritional supplement products in various forms in support of manufacturingAssists with creating and approving new raw material specifications, master batch records, change controls, deviations or other required documentation in support of manufacturing existing in-line productsAssists in scale up, validating and transferring technologies/processes to other internal manufacturing sites, or externallyDefines and implements solutions for routine tasks, balancing achievement of milestones with high quality standardsProvides technical support to manufacturing including but not limited to formulation or process improvement, formulation globalization, cost savings initiatives, and trouble shootingInteracts with multi functional teams (including Quality, Procurement, Product Development and Manufacturing) and the Technical Design Council to resolve issues as may arise in the course of new product development or existing product improvementNegotiates timeline commitments among other team members such that agreed objectives and timings for completion of activities are achievedRapidly communicates major changes to project plans to manager/directorSets and refines individual priorities as necessary to remain focused on objectives and project milestones under rapidly changing circumstancesLooks for innovative and better ways of doing things. Actively looks to eliminate non-value added steps of processes and proceduresExplores and shares new scientific information, technologies, products and processes with the Science and Technology communityBuilds awareness of developments outside of the company through attendance/presentations at trade associations or scientific meetingsMaintains external collaborations with suppliers, academia and other professional bodiesPerforms comprehensive, sophisticated and critical evaluation of own dataEnsures that all internal and external work activities are conducted to appropriated standards, in accordance with Company policies, laws, quality standards, SOPs , etc.Prefer 1+ years of experience with hands-on development and characterization of solid dose formulations, including tablet, capsules, liquids, soft gels and gummies or the equivalent experienceExperienced with laboratory activities, technology transfers, Quality by Design, and/or Operational Excellence toolsProficient using scientific principles to develop or optimize formulation and manufacturing processesEDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, LICENSES & REGISTRATION:Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Science or other related disciplineExtensive relevant industry experience will be considered in lieu of an undergraduate degreeSKILLS:Strong laboratory and experimental skills, data analysis and written and verbal reportsPrefer Successful track record in the development of solid dosage productsPrefer Working knowledge of tablet presses, encapsulation, granulation and blending equipmentMust have excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, excellent organizational, and interpersonal skillsAbility to interact well in multi-functional teams, including product development using Stage/Gate methodology, and in fostering a team approach to achieving project goalsAbility to lift approximately 40 poundsAbility to succeed in a changing environment and adjusting effectivelyContinuously looks for ways to do things faster and better, while maintaining high quality standardsCreative and intellectually curious; tries different and novel ways to solve obstaclesPHYSICAL DEMANDS:Ability to lift approximately 40 poundsJob ID:311364It 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 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.The Nestle Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. 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