Packaging Specialist

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Location: Abidjan, Nestlé Research and Development Center, Côte d’Ivoire

Company: Nestlé Research & Development Center, Abidjan

Type of Employment: Permanent and Full Time

Type of Contract: Local Contract

Level of Education: Bachelor’s degree Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical/scientific discipline.

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 company driven to enhance the quality of life and contribute to a healthier future. 

As a Packaging Specialist at Nestlé R&D in Abidjan, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Powder Filling & Packaging platform and driving packaging development activities within the Early Childhood Nutrition category.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and Support R&D packaging engineering projects for the Nestlé Nutrition category.
• Conduct feasibility trials and work cross-functionally on packaging and technology development projects
• Assist the Powder Filling & Packaging platform with packaging deployment and technical assistance projects in Sub-Saharan Africa.
• Drive packaging development and innovation initiatives for the Nestlé Development Unit focused on healthy cereal solutions

What will make you successful

• Master’s degree in Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical/scientific discipline.
• At least 5- 8 years of field experience (R&D or Operations), demonstrating expertise in your area.
• A proven track record of achieving results through collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Operational experience in food equipment:

• Systematic and rigorous mind
• Problem solving approach
• Project management involving cross-functional teams
• Supplier management

• Open minded and driven by curiosity, always keen to learn new things and explore new opportunities.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in English & French.

How do I apply?

You can apply by clicking on the “Apply now” button.  Follow the steps and attach a copy of your CV.

We will be considering applicants as they apply, so please do not delay in submitting your application.

About Nestlé

We are Nestlé, the largest food and beverage company in the world, with 308,000 employees and an expansive presence with 413 factories in more than 85 countries. Driven by the purpose of unlocking the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone today and for future generations, our values are rooted in respect: respect for ourselves, respect for others, respect for diversity and respect for the environment.

We believe that our people are our most important assets, so we offer a dynamic, inclusive international working environment with many opportunities across different businesses, functions and geographies, with diverse teams and cultures.

Want to learn more? Visit us at www.nestle.com.

“Nestlé is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer, seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, age, religion, nationality, disability or perceived disability, medical condition, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law”.