Position Snapshot

Location: Wahgunyah (Northeast Victoria – close to regional hubs of Albury/Wodonga and Wangaratta)
Duration: Full time, permanent
5+ years’ experience 

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 environment – passionate people driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future.  

We are looking for an experienced Product Technologist to join our R&D team based in our Wahgunyah Factory, the home of Nestlé Uncle Toby’s Snacks and Cereals. This role will deliver product R&D operational support to the region (Asia, Oceania and Africa) while participating in the global product development community. Partner with NRSA and quality to deliver compliant product solutions that meet the business needs.  

A day in the life…

Reporting to the R&D Senior Manager, key responsibilities include but not limited to: 

• Lead project teams to deliver optimal Product solutions (key product attributes, nutritional requirements, recipe costs etc.) as defined by the cross functional team.
• Simultaneously lead multiple regional new product development projects leveraging internal and external stakeholders. 
• Organize the necessary analysis, trials and assessments. Facilitate factory trials on site and/or virtually as needed.
• Collaborate closely with fellow product development colleagues to ensure rapid knowledge sharing and enable the scale of the global R&D organization.
• Contribute to the global R&D community through sharing results while collaborating across the technical community.
• Uphold all Nestlé Standards and R&D values and safety standards, helps to build positive safety culture within the centre.

What will make you successful

• Joining a collaborative team of specialists, you will be self-motivated, proactive and have a proven capacity to work effectively within a team environment.
• Enjoy working within cross-functional teams in a dynamic work environment.
• Bachelors or Master’s degree in food science, chemical engineering, food technology/engineering or similar.
• 5 years in Product Development, preferably in a food related environment.
• Practising knowledge of ingredients, food science/chemistry, financial impact of formulation and process equipment leveraged by CPW or similar CPGs.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills and a proven capacity to influence and negotiate to drive high standards of performance and quality.
• Passionate about working for Nestlé and sharing its purpose
• Previous experience and familiarity working with SAP preferred.
• A working understanding of Australian Food Regulations is beneficial.
• Understanding of and commitment to Safety, Health, Environment, Food Safety and Quality.

Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including but not limited to health checks, prior to appointment to this role.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights 

Benefits

You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.

In addition, we offer:

• Varied career experiences and personalised development support
• Diversity and Inclusion initiatives and program
• Discounted Nestlé products
• Competitive remuneration package
• Employee Assistance Program

Our Story

• Nestlé enjoys a reputation as one of the world’s largest FMCG companies and a leader in nutrition, health and wellness. Our inclusive and high-performance culture is a testament to the great training, development, rewards and recognition we extend to every member of our 5000-strong Oceania workforce.
• You can realise your full potential at Nestlé, working among the leading teams in nutrition, health and wellness. As part of a global network, you can use your skills to influence others and make a positive impact where you own a piece of the action. 
• At Nestlé, you will work in a supportive environment where your ideas and points of view will be championed by a collaborative team. Together, we will drive the strength of our brands, the quality of our products, and the future of our business. 
• At Nestlé, you can make a difference to millions of lives, every single day. As a large, global company that’s driven by purpose, you and your team can add your piece of legacy of creating a better, healthier future. 
• In return you will have the chance to work with an outstanding team, and build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.
• Nestlé Oceania supports a culture of diversity and inclusion in all that we do. Take a look at Careers at Nestlé Australia | Nestlé Australia (nestle.com.au) to see some of the ways we live and practice this every day in our workplace.
• For more information please visit our website Nestlé Australia Home | Nestlé Australia (nestle.com.au) or Our LinkedIn page http://www.linkedin.com/company/nestle-s-a-

Apply today!