Quality Technician

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. 

Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers. 
 

Position Summary:

The Quality Technician supports laboratory operations by performing routine laboratory support functions, basic testing, and housekeeping activities. Working under supervision, this role helps maintain a clean, efficient, and compliant lab environment, enabling timely and accurate quality testing that supports overall product quality and operational continuity.

This role is fully onsite and based at our Leonia, NJ factory location.

Responsibilities:

• Perform qualitative analysis of samples in accordance with established procedures
• Execute routine laboratory support activities, including sample collection, preparation of media, reagents, and standard solutions; stock and distribute supplies; and clean, store, and maintain glassware and equipment
• Accurately document data, perform calculations, analyze and report results, and complete peer review activities as required; communicate status and issues to management
• Prioritize workload to meet scheduled timelines and testing commitments
• Proactively notify the Supervisor of equipment, material, or supply needs to prevent testing delays
• Maintain complete and accurate records in compliance with SOPs, QPs, GMPs, regulatory requirements, and safety standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment; properly handle hazardous materials and waste using approved procedures. Selected qualified associates may support hazardous waste management as assigned by Quality Control Management
• Assist higher‑level technical and scientific staff to develop proficiency with advanced techniques, instrumentation, and QC procedures
• Identify, interpret, and promptly escalate atypical or out‑of‑specification (OOS) results to the Supervisor
• Demonstrate flexibility and collaborate effectively as a member of the laboratory team

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or closely related scientific discipline preferred
• 0–1 year of laboratory or related experience
• Ability to learn and apply basic analytical and laboratory techniques
• Willingness to work overtime and meet tight timelines as business needs require
• Fundamental math skills and basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to organize, evaluate, and interpret laboratory data against established specifications
• Ability to work in an environment with potential exposure to powders, chemicals, and food allergens, including peanuts, tree nuts, milk, dairy, eggs, wheat, gluten, soy, fish, and shellfish
• Experience with FT-IR, NIR, UV-Vis, TLC, and compendial chemistry analyses preferred

Skills:

• Strong time‑management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities
• Basic verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates a positive, accountable attitude toward work and responsibilities

The approximate pay range for this position is $57,000 - $63,000 base. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location.

Nestle offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits.  Incentives and/or benefits packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at:

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Job Requisition: 391924