Lead Technical Project Manager

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

At Nestle USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives.

Joining Nestle means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Position Overview

In this role you will be the single point of contact between Business (NHS and Beverage) and Factory on implementation of I/R and transformational projects. You will be responsible for communicating project status through routine updates to all key partners, assigning factory resources for Leader Manufacturing roles and link all projects, timing and factory resources together to resolve feasibility and risk.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
• Resource constraints for execution of multiple opposing priorities
• Assess risk to TDC for cost savings projects
• Assess overall product risk due to multiple groups implementing projects (product/package impacts)
• Review overall timing of projects to ensure successful execution
• Utilization of Early Management tools to ensure detailed execution of projects
• Communicate project scope, business justification to factory team
• Communicate factory constraints and potential obstacles to business team

Leadership/Direct Reports

• Handles communication to relevant local leadership team for trials
• Main point of contact for all issues that arise for trials and FOC/SOC
• Point of contact for scheduling and managing Technical Packaging and TAG Specialists implementing projects at the factory
• BOM management
• Technical Recipe Management
• Operational Start-Up Lead (project dependent)
• Will ensure project execution timely and in full

Requirements and Minimum Education Level

• BS / BA degree in Food Science / Food Technology or related fields.
• Minimum of 7-10 years in food manufacturing operations.
• Minimum 3 - 5 years of Factory Management experience preferred.

Skills

• Strong demonstrated verbal / written communications, analytical and problem solving skills. Must be detailed and results oriented.
• Knowledgeable in Total Process Management (TPM), Quality Pillar and Coaching (GROW model).
• Understanding of LEAN Concepts & Management.
• ISO 9001 training or FSSC 22000 Food Safety and Quality Systems training and implementation experience is strongly preferred.
• Project leadership skills strongly preferred.
• PC proficiency in Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneNote, etc. (preferred).
• Experience with SAP software preferred.

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 Nestle. 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. Nestle seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestle home.

The Nestle Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected 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.

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