Senior Research & Development Engineering Manager

Nestlé in the United States, part of Nestlé S.A., is committed to enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future – for individuals and families, for our thriving and resilient communities, and for the planet. We are transforming our product portfolio – from pet care, premium water, frozen meals, and infant nutrition – to meet changing consumer needs by focusing on high-growth food, beverage and consumer categories.

Our operations in the U.S. are composed of seven operating companies: Nestlé USA, Nestlé Purina, Nespresso, Gerber, Nestlé Health Science, Nestlé Professional, and Information Technology at Nestlé all focused on our mission of ”Good Food, Good Life.” Our organization offers tremendous potential for professional growth and achievement, opportunities to make an impact on a global scale, and substantial rewards for a job well done.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Position Summary

1. Leading a Team of Category Engineers and Automation Specialists in the field of Chilled & Frozen Meals, Pizza & Snacking as well Plant Based Meal Solutions.
2. Responsible as PBMS Category Engineer
3. Drive standardization and support Manufacturing Excellence
4. Establish and deploy Maintenance Strategies
5. Provide & transfer knowledge, expertise, technologies, and best practices to support projects and deployment of new technologies, maximizing the benefits of Nestlé know-how and technical resources across the frozen/chilled business.
6. Subject Matter Expert for engineering related to PBMS.
7. Lead or support benchmarking, networks, innovation & improvement & activities, develop and improve Equipment and Operations Standards, and provides technical assistance to the markets.
8. Set strategy, coordinate, and interact with key suppliers and internal customers on identifying the right machines and/or lines for the right applications.
9. Lead people competency development in the field of engineering through training, mentoring and/or coaching and establish Factory Engineering network within the culinary category.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

LEAD & SUPPORT TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT & DEPLOYMENT PROJECTS
• Lead & coordinate the effective & efficient deployment of new technologies.
• Lead & coordinate development of new technologies and processes to ensure competitive advantages by technology leadership

SUPPORT FOR CAPITAL PROJECTS IN THE MARKET
• Provide technical expertise in support of market led capital projects to ensure smooth start-ups of new factories and new lines. Assure ‘going to 0’ by design, with proper data collection and analysis, process capability studies, etc.

SUPPORT MANUFACTURING with TROUBLESHOOTING
• Establish best practice guidance & solutions to factories
• Be the focal point within R&D for the operations engineering community

JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, and Knowledge):

• MSc or equivalent degree from a (Technical) University, preferably in Process, Packaging, Mechanics or Automation
• 10 years’ successful experience in factory environment including Factory Engineering Management responsibility in Nestle’ or other leading food companies
• Proven experience in successful execution of major Investment projects is a pre-requisite
• Collaborate with others to make a difference
• Logical thinker that can analyze cause & effect
• Organized, able to manage complex projects and recognize when to ask for support.
• Able to drive multi discipline and multi-location project/working groups.
• Excellent communications skills both written and oral
• Coaching skills put to everyday use
• Able to transfer knowledge (training, coaching, mentoring)
• Able to convince scientific and non-scientific audiences and discuss with clients.

Id

76547060

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Nestlé in the United States, part of Nestlé S.A., is committed to enhancing quality of life and contributing to a healthier future – for individuals and families, for our thriving and resilient communities, and for the planet. We are transforming our product portfolio – from pet care, premium water, frozen meals, and infant nutrition – to meet changing consumer needs by focusing on high-growth food, beverage and consumer categories.

Our operations in the U.S. are composed of seven operating companies: Nestlé USA, Nestlé Purina, Nespresso, Gerber, Nestlé Health Science, Nestlé Professional, and Information Technology at Nestlé all focused on our mission of ”Good Food, Good Life.” Our organization offers tremendous potential for professional growth and achievement, opportunities to make an impact on a global scale, and substantial rewards for a job well done.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Position Summary

1. Leading a Team of Category Engineers and Automation Specialists in the field of Chilled & Frozen Meals, Pizza & Snacking as well Plant Based Meal Solutions.
2. Responsible as PBMS Category Engineer
3. Drive standardization and support Manufacturing Excellence
4. Establish and deploy Maintenance Strategies
5. Provide & transfer knowledge, expertise, technologies, and best practices to support projects and deployment of new technologies, maximizing the benefits of Nestlé know-how and technical resources across the frozen/chilled business.
6. Subject Matter Expert for engineering related to PBMS.
7. Lead or support benchmarking, networks, innovation & improvement & activities, develop and improve Equipment and Operations Standards, and provides technical assistance to the markets.
8. Set strategy, coordinate, and interact with key suppliers and internal customers on identifying the right machines and/or lines for the right applications.
9. Lead people competency development in the field of engineering through training, mentoring and/or coaching and establish Factory Engineering network within the culinary category.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

LEAD & SUPPORT TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT & DEPLOYMENT PROJECTS
• Lead & coordinate the effective & efficient deployment of new technologies.
• Lead & coordinate development of new technologies and processes to ensure competitive advantages by technology leadership

SUPPORT FOR CAPITAL PROJECTS IN THE MARKET
• Provide technical expertise in support of market led capital projects to ensure smooth start-ups of new factories and new lines. Assure ‘going to 0’ by design, with proper data collection and analysis, process capability studies, etc.

SUPPORT MANUFACTURING with TROUBLESHOOTING
• Establish best practice guidance & solutions to factories
• Be the focal point within R&D for the operations engineering community

JOB QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Experience, and Knowledge):

• MSc or equivalent degree from a (Technical) University, preferably in Process, Packaging, Mechanics or Automation
• 10 years’ successful experience in factory environment including Factory Engineering Management responsibility in Nestle’ or other leading food companies
• Proven experience in successful execution of major Investment projects is a pre-requisite
• Collaborate with others to make a difference
• Logical thinker that can analyze cause & effect
• Organized, able to manage complex projects and recognize when to ask for support.
• Able to drive multi discipline and multi-location project/working groups.
• Excellent communications skills both written and oral
• Coaching skills put to everyday use
• Able to transfer knowledge (training, coaching, mentoring)
• Able to convince scientific and non-scientific audiences and discuss with clients.

Id

76547060

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.

The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Solon, OH, US, 44139