Product Development Specialist; TAG
Job in
Solon, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, 44139, USA
Listing for:
PowerToFly
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-29
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering, Product Engineer
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Quality Engineering, Product Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 100000 USD Yearly
USD
80000.00
100000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Product Development Specialist (TAG)
Overview
Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.
At Nestlé 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 Nestlé 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.
* Relocation assistance is not available for this position
* This is a hybrid role that is onsite Tuesday-Thursday
Responsibilities
Implementation of Innovation & Renovation strategy for the supported product categories in the market. Leverage technical experience to develop, implement, and execute creative product/process development activities (e.g. bench top, pilot plant, and internal/external factory) to achieve project goals and deadlines to delight the consumer.- As the Technical Lead:
Apply leadership, coaching and influencing skills to steer the project in accordance with Key Success Criteria to deliver the project on time, at or below the COGS target, and in a way that delights the consumer. - Formulate the product within our capabilities
- Match the product shown in consumer testing (and don’t allow it to be fielded if you don’t have a path to execution)
- Do a robust complaint reduction exercise and mitigate the key risks
- Ensure the proper controls are in place to match the gold standard every time.
- Act as the key point of contact to the factory to ensure proper implementation of the technical solution
Introduction of new products and processes within factories. Collaborate and influence internal and external project teams to develop, industrialize, and launch Innovation and Renovation projects.- Provide working equipment / product knowledge guidance and support to the Factory / R&D / Engineering resources during the development of new technology and processes
Continuously improve/optimize current products and processes within factories according to local business needs and supply situation and/or implementation of initiatives. Lead technical projects including technical assistance, sourcing, quality improvements, compliance, and productivity cost savings. This includes establishing and managing timelines, uncovering roadblocks, defining critical paths, and identifying resource constraints.Ensure adherence to all products, processes, materials standards. Comply with Nestlé requirements (includes 60/40+), external standards, and local regulatory framework. Identify, influence, and lead the development of the product and process standards within the Nestlé systems.- Act as Quality Lead for various projects as assigned. This includes practical application of HACCP/Food Safety fundamentals, new material onboarding, allergen/claims validation and process capability.
Continuous improvement of technical skills and personal development, while being a proactive affiliate member of a Nestlé Expert Network and/or external networks. Acts as an ambassador for Nestle USA TAG when representing globally or externally.Develop expertise for product and process mastership within TAG. Assist in the development of competencies and training materials required for product/process mastership to enable manufacturing excellence. This includes knowledge and formula expertise in both product and process. Helps to build capability and process mastery within the factory and TAG. Represents TAG in general conversations as a SME on manufacturing finished product.Provide first line support to factories.Especially in the areas of ingredient, recipe and processing to ensure consistent production of high-quality products for the consumer.Qualifications
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