Product Development Specialist, Technical Applications — Healthy Snacks

Nestlé; Fremont Township (MI); Vor Ort; USD 81.000 - 106.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401k with company match

Healthcare coverage

Other benefits

Zusammenfassung

Nestlé Nutrition seeks a Product Development Specialist in Michigan to lead innovation and renovation from concept through commercialization for Healthy Snacks products. You will guide cross‑functional teams, ensure compliance, and collaborate with Nestlé experts globally to deliver superior products.

The role focuses on cost, quality, and process improvements, supporting local factories and co‑manufacturers while driving technical excellence and consumer‑centric growth.

Qualifikationen

• BS or MS in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in product development within the CPG industry.
• Preferred experience in baking, extrusion, and other low moisture food technologies.
• Strong understanding of project management with the ability to lead project teams.

Aufgaben

• Lead product development activities from concept to commercialization to introduce new products and processes within factories, ensuring safety, stability, and legality.
• Lead technical projects across manufacturing operations, raw material sourcing, quality improvements, cost savings, and compliance.
• Apply problem‑solving skills and scientific knowledge to unlock operational excellence.
• Lead onboarding, evaluation, and qualification of raw materials and suppliers including assessment for allergens and claims.
• Define, develop, and coach competencies and training materials for product/process mastery.

Kenntnisse

SAP

Recipe Management

PLM systems

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Teams

Communication

Ausbildung

BS or MS in Food Science/related field

Jobbeschreibung

Nestlé Nutrition seeks a Product Development Specialist in Michigan to lead innovation and renovation from concept through commercialization for Healthy Snacks products. You will guide cross‑functional teams, ensure compliance, and collaborate with Nestlé experts globally to deliver superior products.

The role focuses on cost, quality, and process improvements, supporting local factories and co‑manufacturers while driving technical excellence and consumer‑centric growth.