Product Technologist

Nestlé; Chembong; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestle Malaysia at the Chembong Factory is seeking a Product Technologist to drive I&R strategy for the product category, and to introduce new products and processes across our facilities.

You will optimize current products and processes using local business and supply conditions, and support the AG as the local center of expertise for product mastership. A technical education in food science or chemistry is required.

Qualifications

• Technical education background (preferably University graduate or equivalent in food science, chemistry or related subjects)
• Complemented by a food industry experience within the product category

Responsibilities

• Execution of I&R strategy for the supported product category (ies) in the market.
• Introduction of new products and processes within factory(ies).
• Optimization/improvement of current products, processes within factory(ies) using local business and supply situation.
• Have the competencies required for the job and as a member of AG to enable the AG being the local centre of expertise for product mastership.
• Technical assistance to factory(ies): Assist factory(ies) and provide them with services necessary to ensure product & process mastership while striving for zero defects in manufacturing.

Skills

Project Management

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Food science/chemistry background

University degree

Job description

Job Title: Product Technologist

Position Snapshot

• Location: Chembong Factory, Negeri Sembilan


• Company: Nestle Malaysia


• Full-time

Position Summary

Joining Nestlé means you are joining the largest Food and Beverage Company in the world. At our very core, we are a human environment – passionate people driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. A Nestle career empowers you to make an impact locally and globally, as you are provided with the opportunity to make a mark and stand out, as long as you seek it. With Nestle, you are enabled and encouraged to grow not only as professionals, but also as people.

A day in the life of a Product Technologist

• Execution of I&R strategy for the supported product category (ies) in the market.


• Introduction of new products and processes within factory(ies).


• Optimization/improvement of current products, processes within factory(ies) using local business and supply situation.


• Have the competencies required for the job and as a member of AG to enable the AG being the local centre of expertise for product mastership.


• Technical assistance to factory(ies): Assist factory(ies) and provide them with services necessary to ensure product & process mastership while striving for zero defects in manufacturing.

What Will Make You Successful

Academic Experience

• Technical education background (preferably University graduate or equivalent in food science, chemistry or related subjects)


• Complemented by a food industry experience within the product category

I&R and Operational Experience

• Project Management experience involving a range of projects of varying size


• Factory experience in one or multiple category of products


• Proven track record in delivering results by working with cross-functional teams (with or without direct reports)