Technical Applications Specialist

Nestle

Technical Applications Group Specialist supporting product innovation and renovation through technical framework at Nestlé Health Science. Collaborating cross-functionally to improve products and address manufacturing issues.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeEau Claire • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product development and manufacturing processes, particularly in ready-to-drink beverages, while ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards. Proficient in data analysis and cross-functional collaboration to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

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Product DevelopmentManufacturing Execution System (MES)Statistical Analysis (SPSS, Minitab)Food Safety and Quality StandardsCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Bills of Materials (BOM) DevelopmentFormulation AdjustmentsManufacturing Documentation MaintenanceData AnalysisTechnical Project Leadership

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingEffective CommunicationTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)SAPMinitabSPSS

Industry Keywords

Food ScienceRegulatory ComplianceQuality StandardsReady-to-Drink (RTD) BeveragesTechnology Transfer

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOM) to ensure accuracy and efficiency in the manufacturing process
Support team by handling Manufacturing Execution System (MES) imports, updates and reviews
Update and maintain records of finished product shelf life to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards
Highlight any gaps discovered and work with team to fix
Review for potential shelf life extensions
Prepare and follow up on Industrial Trial, FOC (First Order Confirmation), SOC (Second Order Confirmation)
Keeping Quality/Finished Product Assessments
Creation and Maintenance of Block Diagram/Process Flow
Support product and process renovation through formulation adjustments, reformulation efforts, and process improvements
Prepare, maintain, and ensure accuracy of manufacturing documentation (e.g., recipes, batch records, specifications, change controls, QMS, EQAs) while adhering to company policies, SOPs, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
Analyze and interpret data to support statistical evaluations, problem-solving, and continuous process improvements
Collaborate cross-functionally (Quality, Procurement, R&D, Marketing, Finance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain) to resolve product, raw material, and supply-related issues
Communicate project updates, risks, and changes to management in a timely manner
Support scale-up, validation, and technology transfer activities to internal and external manufacturing partners
Engage with suppliers, external partners, and training opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives while building strong cross-functional relationships and enhancing team efficiency

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Science, Food Science or related field
1+ year of hands-on product development, formulation, and manufacturing experience involving ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages or related technologies
Knowledge of product development, technical and manufacturing processes, and food science principles
Experience leading medium-complexity technical projects and working effectively within cross-functional teams
Previous manufacturing or factory experience, preferred
Preferred experience with product scale-up, validation, and technology transfer activities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Preferred experience with SAP, SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) and/or Minitab for data management, reporting, statistical analysis, and process improvement initiatives
Ability to be exposed to food allergens and allergen-containing materials
Knowledge of food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
Willingness to travel approximately 20%

Benefits

Comp & perks

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