Quality & Assurance Laboratory Specialist

Nestlé SA; Karesi; On-site; TRY 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Quality & Assurance Laboratory Specialist to join its Balıkesir Factory team. This role is critical in ensuring quality standards are met, aligning with safety regulations, and improving processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in food and chemistry, with at least two years of experience in quality assurance. You will lead laboratory activities, conduct analyses, and support the quality assurance department, all while being part of a supportive and respectful work environment. This position offers opportunities for personal and professional growth, along with a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

Exclusive employee discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Sport benefit program

Paid birthday leave

4 weeks paternity leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Quality Assurance.
• Laboratory experience in performing analyses.
• Excellent command of English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality department activities align with local regulations.
• Perform verification analysis of raw materials.
• Conduct performance tests for factory laboratory.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Problem-solving

Analytical Skills

Laboratory Experience

Pest Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Food & Chemistry Engineering

Veterinary

Microbiology

Chemistry

Agriculture

Tools

SAP

NIR

Job description

Quality & Assurance Laboratory Specialist

Nestlé is one of the world’s leading food and beverage company, with 2000 global iconic brands and operating in 188 countries.

At Nestlé we work for unlocking the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come. That is our purpose.

We are the Good food, Good life company. We believe in the power of food to enhance lives. Good food nourishes and delights the senses. It helps children grow healthy, pets thrive, parents age gracefully, and everyone live life to the fullest. Good food brings us together. Good food also respects our planet and protects resources for future generations.

Get to know us better at www.nestle.com

Join Nestlé Team and be a Force For Good!

We are currently looking for a Quality & Assurance Laboratory Specialist to join our Balıkesir Factory team.
Location: Balıkesir
Type of contract: Permanent

As a Quality & Assurance Specialist, you will have the following responsibilities;

• Ensure quality department activities are fully aligned with Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) local regulations and corporate initiatives
• Lead the operators to ensure correct competencies in place to deliver expected results on time
• Responsible to perform the required verification analysis of raw material
• Implement yearly Due Diligence Analytical Plan and crop assessment plan according to Nestle standards
• Follow Quality (Q) performance of suppliers through QP notification and ensure improvement is in place on year basis with internal stakeholders
• Support Quality Assurance department on SAP VAM/AVL Coordination
• Proper implementation and regular update of the laboratory quality system in accordance with the Nestle Laboratory Instructions and Nestle standards
• Application of Nestle Purina daily sensory panel according to Nestle standards
• Responsible for the cost-efficient functioning of the analysis, and availability of equipment (NIR) to carry out analyses
• Validate and establish validation dossiers for new and existing methods according to Nestlé validation standards
• Select, organize and follow up analyses performed by subcontracted labs
• Measure operator performance and accuracy of rapid method equipment used in production area.
• Perform Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) Self-Assessment for factory laboratories
• Conduct performance tests for factory laboratory and responsible for the adequate follow-up on results of proficiency tests with performing root cause analysis in case of poor results and apply corrective action
• Ensure raw and packaging materials analysis conducted in line with Quality Management System (QMS) requirements and monitoring plans
• Responsible of releasing raw and packaging material which received to factory SAP stock
• Ensure raw and packaging material traceability in quality entries
• Supporting external warehouse GMP audits and support integrated pest management (IPM) principles are applied in warehouse

Which profile are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in Food & Chemistry Engineering/Veterinary/Microbiology/Chemistry or Agriculture
• Excellent command of English
• Minimum 2 years of Quality Assurance job experience
• Laboratory experience in performing analyses in the specific area of competence
• Experience in Pest Management, Release, Good Laboratory Practices and Sensory Methods
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Living in Balıkesir or willing to move to Balıkesir
  

What are our employee community values?

Safety, quality, compliance and respect are pillars for our community existence.
Respect is our overarching value in Nestlé. We RESPECT each other, others, environment and all life around.
We work in a supportive, caring, elevating environment. It is crucial for us to preserve our culture of solidarity.

What are our working values at Nestlé?
Multinational experience at one of the world’s leading food and beverage company
International and domestic career opportunities
Development opportunities and trainings
Exclusive employee discounts
Employee Assistance Program, 24/7 expert support
Sport benefit program (benefit from more than 350 sport centers)
A paid birthday leave
4 weeks paternity leave

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Be a force for good.