Remote Technical Applications Specialist, Nutrition

Nestlé Health Science; Bridgewater (MA); Remote; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with company match

Job summary

Nestlé Health Science in the United States seeks a Technical Application Group (TAG) Specialist to support product innovation and renovation within a structured, above‑market technical framework. This remote role collaborates with Quality, R&D, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to drive formulation improvements and new technologies.

The role contributes to documentation, data analysis, and cost savings while supporting manufacturing initiatives and external partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Science or Food Science or related field.
• 1+ year of hands-on product development, formulation, and manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of product development, technical and manufacturing processes.
• Experience leading medium-complexity technical projects and working effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel approximately 20%

Responsibilities

• Support product and process renovation through formulation adjustments, reformulation efforts, and process improvements.
• Assist in the development of nutritional supplements across formats to support manufacturing, innovation, and product enhancements.
• Prepare, maintain, and ensure accuracy of manufacturing documentation (recipes, batch records, specifications, change controls) while adhering to SOPs 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.
• Participate in mentoring, seek guidance, and actively support professional development.
• Operate manufacturing and laboratory equipment and apply problem‑solving and organizational skills to support project execution.
• Participate in Stage/Gate product development processes and support delivery of key milestones

Job description

Nestlé Health Science in the United States seeks a Technical Application Group (TAG) Specialist to support product innovation and renovation within a structured, above‑market technical framework. This remote role collaborates with Quality, R&D, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to drive formulation improvements and new technologies.

The role contributes to documentation, data analysis, and cost savings while supporting manufacturing initiatives and external partnerships.