Technical Applications Specialist

Nestle

TAG Specialist at Nestlé Health Science supporting product development and manufacturing of nutritional products. Bridging development and manufacturing to optimize processes and improve product quality.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeBoca Raton • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product development and formulation optimization, with a strong focus on solid dose manufacturing processes and compliance with quality standards. Proficient in data analysis and cross-functional collaboration to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.

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Product DevelopmentFormulation OptimizationSolid Dose ManufacturingData AnalysisQuality Compliance

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Hard Skills

Formulation StudiesProcess DevelopmentScale-UpTechnology TransferManufacturing ProcessesStatistical Process ControlQuality by DesignOperational ExcellenceData CollectionTechnical Documentation

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional CollaborationProblem SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeExcel

Industry Keywords

GMPRegulatory ComplianceNutritional ProductsIndustrial TrialsChange Controls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support product development, renovation, and formulation optimization across formats (solid dose, liquid RTD, powders)
Design and execute formulation studies, development trials, and industrial trials
Support scale-up, validation, and production startup activities from pilot to commercial manufacturing
Assist with technology transfer to internal sites and external manufacturers (CMOs), including documentation
Prepare and maintain technical and manufacturing documentation (batch records, specifications, protocols, change controls)
Define and support manufacturing processes, equipment parameters, and operational controls
Troubleshoot manufacturing and process issues and implement corrective actions
Apply scientific principles and material characteristics to formulation and manufacturing processes
Analyze and report data to support process improvements and statistical evaluation
Ensure compliance with SOPs, GMP, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
Collaborate cross-functionally (Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Procurement, Supply Chain, R&D, Marketing, Finance) to resolve product, process, and supply issues
Support continuous improvement efforts to enhance product quality, yield, and efficiency
Provide technical support for investigations, risk assessments, and process improvements
Engage with suppliers and external partners and stay current on industry trends
Communicate project updates, risks, and changes to stakeholders and management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food Science, or related technical field
1+ year of experience in product development, process development, scale-up, or technology transfer
Experience with development and characterization of nutritional or solid dose products
Experience supporting manufacturing or industrial trials
Familiarity with solid dose manufacturing processes (blending, encapsulation, tablet compression, coating preferred)
Knowledge of laboratory activities, Quality by Design, Operational Excellence, and process capability concepts (e.g., statistical process control, process robustness)
Proficiency with MS Office and Excel
Ability to perform data collection, analysis, and reporting
Ability to work in environments with exposure to powders, chemicals, and allergens

Benefits

Comp & perks

dynamic career paths
robust development
opportunities to learn from talented colleagues
benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing