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Nestle Packaging Associate in Solon, Ohio
Foods people love. Brands people trust. And a career that nourishes your future like no other.
If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, Nestlé is the place for you. Nestlé USA is one of seven operating companies that make up Nestlé’s presence in the United States. We're in 97% of American homes, and as the leading food and beverage company, our goals are to continue to deliver quality food and beverage products, strengthen our local communities, and reduce our environmental and climate impact.
We’re determined to challenge the status quo and be better tomorrow than we are today. As individuals and teams, we embrace our entrepreneurial culture and have created a workplace where collaboration is essential, courage is rewarded, speed is expected, and agility is the norm to delight our consumers every single day. Here, you will find limitless opportunities to learn and advance your career and feel empowered to succeed in the workplace and beyond. Because our focus is not only on nourishing our customers, but also about enriching you.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Position Summary
Opportunity to work hands-on with our Pilot Plants and Manufacturing facilities to deliver on the Innovation & Renovation (I&R) and Technical & Production (T&P) business objectives. Dig into packaging optimization & sustainability, rapid prototyping, and manage vendor interactions. Assist in Building consumer insights and be the face of our packaging in cross-functional settings with commercial teams like Marketing, Sales, Finance.
Our business is focused on speed, agility, courage, and collaboration. We are in the midst of a culture shift where we are consumer obsessed and see our consumers as our True North. Come be part of our team and win in the market.
Experiences you will gain:
Driving Packaging Optimization Strategy. You will roll up your sleeves on packaging improvements and sustainable solutions, travel to factories to manage trials, collaborating with a variety of factory employees to influence without authority (on the leadership team and on factory lines).
Opportunity to flex your creative muscles on the benchtop to bring packaging concepts to life.
You will be responsible for driving cost savings to remove things that do not make valuable contributions to our consumers in our systems, processes, etc.
Being a good corporate citizen protecting our consumers. You will partner with our Quality Assurance and Procurement teams, along with other cross-functionals, to stay current on/apply consumer feedback affecting our company and products. You are the person who brings it all together with Nestlé requirements: Food Packaging Requirement, Sustainability, external standards, and local regulatory framework.
Upskilling your skillset and being part of a highly connected network. We can offer you Nestlé Day of Service, on-demand learning on our iLearn digital learning platform, leadership development (Learning Circles, Lunch ‘N Learn), and physical spaces on our campuses that give you a moment to de-stress.
We offer you an environment that enables you to be your best-self: Huddle Rooms for quick chats, Meditation Rooms, Quiet Rooms, and snacks all day in the building hubs!
Perks… 401(k) with employer matching, Parental Leave (and Infant Nutrition Coupons), Healthy Rewards (personalized nutritional counseling), Tuition Reimbursement, Scholarship Program, Flex and Summer Hours (corporate campuses).
For the shoppers out there, we offer you Perks at Work, company store discounts on our delicious products, and Real Recognition (where you can use points to travel, buy luxury goods, etc.).
Qualifications -
Education & Experience:
- A BS or MS degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Packaging Science,
Packaging Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
0-3 years of product/packaging/process development experience in Consumer Package Goods
Completion Internship Program (preferred)
Required Skills:
Highly motivated, critical thinker, goal oriented and easily adapts to change
Ability to work in a fast paced, high performing, and inclusive environment
Exceptional organizational skills & ability to manage multiple projects and assignments
Strong communication skills: interpersonal, presentation, oral and written
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office applications: Excel, Power Point, Word, Project,
Preferred: SAP & CAPE Palletization Program
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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.
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