Position Snapshot

• Nestlé, San Sisto Factory (PG) - European Hub of the Confectionery division
• Maternity leave replacement contract
• Nestlé welcomes people with disabilities
• Graduates in scientific disciplines, preferably in Chemistry, Materials Science, or Food Science and Technology
• Fluent in both Italian and English

Position Summary

This role ensures the effective implementation of Nestlé’s Food Safety and Quality Management Systems while driving continuous improvement across the factory. It provides technical expertise to prevent and resolve quality issues, promotes strong GMP and hygiene standards, and supports teams through targeted training. The position manages risk assessments, consumer complaint analysis, and root‑cause investigations to safeguard product integrity. It also oversees quality-related change management to maintain full compliance and food‑safety protection on site.

A day in the life of a Quality Specialist

• Provide technical expertise as quality specialist to resolve internal and external quality defects by leading food safety management programs and facilitating quality improvement initiatives
• Ensure food safety management system documentation is updated and effective. Assess the Nestlé Food Safety Management System is in place, and is obtaining expected results           
• Promote quality awareness across the company by delivering training for their specific areas of expertise e.g. hygiene, foreign bodies, HACCP, pest control, cleaning validation. Promote GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) standards at whole factory as Hygiene Champion
• Implement specific quality procedures, instruction and tools, which are directly related to their area of concern and implement Nestle quality instructions e.g.pathogen monitoring
• Ensure consumer complaints, specifically foreign body complaints, are properly evaluated and acted upon to prevent re-occurrence
• Provide Risk Assessment analysis. Manage issues with non-conforming products to ensure proper control, minimize losses and ensuring consumer expectations. Undertake root cause analyses for Quality and Food Safety stock holds, disposals and consumer complaints. Implementing robust, sustainable corrective actions which will reduce or eliminate reoccurrence
• Coordinate management changes in order to ensure no food safety-related risk introduced to site

What will make you successful?

• Graduates in scientific fields, ideally Chemistry, Materials Science, or Food Science and Technology
• Preferred: at least 6 months to 1 year of experience in a food manufacturing environment
• Fluent in both English and Italian (written and spoken)
• Preferred proficiency with SAP/GLOBE systems
• Ability to interpret complex datasets and leverage insights to drive improvements                
• Prior exposure to Food Safety Management Systems
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies

Who we are, What we Believe in

At Nestlé, we proudly embody the essence of the Good Food, Good Life company. Our commitment to providing quality food and a fulfilling life is not just a slogan; it is a daily promise we strive to fulfill. We recognize that our dedicated team, whom we affectionately refer to as Good People, is instrumental in making a positive impact.

At Nestlé, we firmly believe that embracing recognition, inclusion, and the value of diversity is vital for personal and organizational growth. We foster a work environment, business culture, and leadership model that ensure equal opportunities for all individuals at every level of our organization. We understand that diversity is a key factor in our success, and we actively encourage our team members to share their ideas and collaborate.
Here at Nestlé, we offer the opportunity to be part of our vibrant Emotional Communities. These communities consist of colleagues from diverse functions and seniorities who come together to foster a corporate culture that encourages the free expression of passions and identities. We believe in creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered to be their authentic selves.

Our Emotional Communities encompass a wide range of interests and causes, including LGBT+, Gender Balance, Young Professionals, Disability Inclusion, Volunteering, Environmental Sustainability, and Multiculturalism. By joining these communities, you can actively contribute to and engage with like-minded individuals who share your enthusiasm and commitment to these important areas.
Diversity is a fact, inclusion is a choice and we have chosen to be inclusive.