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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Specialist - Technical Applications Group (TAG) - **Company:** Nestle - **Location:** Eau Claire, WI, United States - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Application Services, Microsoft Outlook, SPSS (Software), Microsoft Office, Minitab, Microsoft PowerPoint, SAP (Applications), Data Management - **Published:** July 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/26E5FDF313B94B7D93F11E7B6F926524/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Science, Food Science or related field * 1+ year of hands-on product development, formulation, and manufacturing experience involving ready- to- drink ( RTD) beverages or related technologies * Knowledge of product development, technical and manufacturing processes, and food science principles * Experience leading medium-complexity technical projects and working effectively within cross-functional teams * Previous manufacturing or factory experience, preferred * Preferred experience with product scale-up, validation, and technology transfer activities * Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications ( Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) * Preferred experience with SAP, SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) and/or Minitab for data management, reporting, statistical analysis, and process improvement initiatives * Ability to be exposed to food allergens and allergen-containing materials * Knowledge of food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements * Willingness to travel approximately 20%, * Analytical and problem-solving skills * Ability to adapt to changing priorities and project needs * Creative thinking and continuous improvement mindset * Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across teams * Ability to share ideas for process enhancements and product improvements * Demonstrates accountability and commitment to quality * Maintains a positive and proactive attitude toward responsibilities and team goals ## Description The Technical Application Group (TAG) Specialist supports product innovation and renovation through a structured, above-market technical framework. This role collaborates cross-functionally to improve existing products, address manufacturing issues, evaluate new technologies and ingredients, identify cost savings, and maintain external partnerships. The Specialist contributes to formulation and process improvements, supports development of nutritional supplements across formats, and ensures effective execution of manufacturing and innovation initiatives within the business., * BOM Creation/Maintenance: Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOM) to ensure accuracy and efficiency in the manufacturing process. * SAP Recipe Maintenance * MES Updates: Support team by handling Manufacturing Execution System (MES) imports, updates and reviews. * Finished Product Shelf Life File Updates: Update and maintain records of finished product shelf life to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards. Highlight any gaps discovered and work with team to fix. Review for potential shelf life extensions. * Industrial Trial, FOC (First Order Confirmation), SOC (Second Order Confirmation) preparation and follow ups * Keeping Quality/Finished Product Assessments * Block Diagram/Process Flow Creation and Maintenance * Operations Support for Investigations/GSTD (Go See Think Do) * Daily factory operation support * NCE/TPM (Nestlé Continuous Excellence) Support for Operations * Support product and process renovation through formulation adjustments, reformulation efforts, and process improvements * Prepare, maintain, and ensure accuracy of manufacturing documentation (e.g., recipes, batch records, specifications, change controls, QMS, EQAs) while adhering to company policies, SOPs, quality standards, and regulatory requirements * Analyze and interpret data to support statistical evaluations, problem-solving, and continuous process improvements * Collaborate cross-functionally (Quality, Procurement, R&D, Marketing, Finance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain) to resolve product, raw material, and supply-related issues * Communicate project updates, risks, and changes to management in a timely manner * Support scale-up, validation, and technology transfer activities to internal and external manufacturing partners * Engage with suppliers, external partners, and training opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices * Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives while building strong cross-functional relationships and enhancing team efficiency ## Related Videos - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Designing How Work Feels: The Science Behind Sanofi’s Workplace Experience](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1848-designing-how-work-feels-the-science-behind-sanofi-s-workplace-experience) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [The Innovation Formula: Fast Prototyping, Data Analysis, and Real User Insights](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1421-the-innovation-formula-fast-prototyping-data-analysis-and-real-user-insights) ## Related Articles - [Software Developer Salary in Switzerland [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/215-software-developer-salary-in-switzerland-2023) - [Welcome to Switzerland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/4-welcome-to-switzerland) - [The Biggest German Tech Companies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/424-the-biggest-german-tech-companies) - [Data Analyst Salary in Switzerland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/276-data-analyst-salary-in-switzerland) - [Software Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/194-software-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [Best Companies to Work For in Berlin: Top 14 Companies in 2023 ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/188-best-companies-to-work-for-in-berlin-top-14-companies-in-2023)