Food Technologist – Solon, OH
Job Number: nest-00023349
Nestle Professional
Product Development
Solon OH
POSITION SUMMARY:
This Custom Frozen Food Technologist will develop new products and improve
existing products, ingredients and processes by applying technical, Food
Science and culinary skills. Capable of working at a rapid pace to respond to
external and internal demands while simultaneously handling multiple project
requirements. Possesses the ability to interact effectively with Customers,
Chefs, the technical community and co-manufacturers to develop relevant and
timely Custom National Account products. Demonstrates exceptional
organizational, communication, problem solving and project management skills
in interactions with immediate team members, cross-functional groups and
external customers. Demonstrates initiative, leadership and able to work both
independently and within a cohesive team environment. Able to thrive in a
fast-paced, dynamic, team environment that encompasses end-to-end development
(concept and exploration through manufacturing scale up, start up and process
optimization).
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The responsibilities include but are not limited to:
' Plan, execute, evaluate and accurately document test work to optimize
product design of assigned projects.
' Coordinate product development and commercialization activities within
immediate work team and within cross-functional groups (planning bench test
work, resource management, communication of key deliverables/outcomes)
' Maintain precise and appropriate documentation to support development and
commercialization of assigned products.
' Utilize computer systems (recipe, nutritional databases, HACCP,
departmental systems)
' Participate in team and departmental activities (taste panels, meetings,
committees, task forces)
' Develop working relationships with key suppliers, Sales, Culinary and
Business Development Manager, Commercialization and Manufacturing Services
contacts
' Assist in training of new hires
' Maintain and improve technical, culinary and professional skills through
completion of appropriate training and activities.
' Generate value analysis/process improvement ideas on an ongoing basis.
' Able to provide clear and concise direction to technicians regarding daily testwork.
Job Accountabilities:
' Champion assigned products through the Nestle Professional systems
' Manage projects to achieve sample accuracy and FTQ
' Maintain knowledge base of assigned key Custom accounts and maintenance
products
REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL:
' Bachelor of Science degree in Food Science or related field.
EXPERIENCE:
1-3 years food industry experience with Master of Food Science or Technology
degree or 3-5 years food industry experience. Food Services and/or Culinary
work experience is a plus.
SKILLS:
Applies technical, Food Science and culinary skills to the development of new
products or improvement of existing ones. Handles multiple project
requirements requiring short time lines. Demonstrates exceptional
organizational, communication, problem solving and project management skills
in interactions with immediate team members, cross-functional groups and
external customers. Demonstrates excellent technical, communication and
critical thinking skills. Utilizes electronic systems effectively.
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