Quality Engineer

Quality Engineer – Nestlé Health Science

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Our product portfolio includes brands such as Garden of Life®, Nature's Bounty®, Vital Proteins®, Orgain®, Nuun®, BOOST®, Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, Peptamen®, Compleat Organic Blends®, and more. We also bring extensive pharmaceutical expertise to develop medicines that prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.

Under the direction of the Quality Manager, the Quality Engineer provides comprehensive quality support for manufacturing, packaging, and quality departments to improve overall product quality. This role leads and participates in quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing defects, rejects, and quality issues while recommending enhancements to production processes. Collaboration across multiple disciplines is critical for successful implementation of corrective actions, and the role interfaces closely with cross‑functional teams such as Manufacturing, Engineering, R&D, and Quality.

• Set and monitor SPC (Statistical Process Control) data to ensure consistent product quality.
• Utilize basic statistical tools to analyze trends and identify issues.
• Develop and analyze statistical data and specifications to establish product and process capabilities (Cp/Cpk).
• Identify, develop, and implement process controls to meet customer and specification requirements.
• Author and execute verification, qualification, and validation protocols (e.g., Validation Plans, IQ/OQ/PQ protocols, validation summary reports).
• Assist and coordinate equipment, cleaning, and process validations.
• Participate in and support the maintenance of the Quality Management System and track Quality Department business metrics.
• Lead and/or support investigations of quality issues (CAPAs, Non‑Conformances, Audit Observations, OOS investigations) ensuring effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Participate in cross‑functional teams on process control, improvement, and optimization projects, as well as other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform assessments of quality systems to determine effectiveness and reliability.
• Ensure all quality specifications are met for products and processes; recommend methods to bring equipment and procedures into compliance with quality standards.
• Provide direct support for project activities and other associated Quality functions.
• Assist in investigations involving vendors or suppliers, including Supplier Development and Procurement Management, for issues related to raw materials and components.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or another science‑related field.
• Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in the food, pharmaceutical, and/or supplement industry.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements impacting dietary supplement and/or pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Experience with SQF Practitioner, FSSC, BRC, ISO standards preferred.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Manager (CQM) preferred.
• Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.
• Proficiency with PC programs, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong problem‑solving and statistical skills using quality tools (Pareto analysis, SPC, DOE, etc.).
• AS400 knowledge desirable.
• Familiarity with regulatory and GXP compliance requirements such as 21 CFR Part 111, HACCP, HARPC preferred.
• Strong analytical skills; ability to interpret data, identify trends, and develop continuous improvement plans.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams to implement improvements.
• Excellent organizational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and work well under pressure.
• Effective communication and influencing skills across all organizational levels.

The approximate pay range for this position is $90,000.00 to $. Pay may vary based on knowledge, skills, and experience as well as geographic location. Nestlé offers performance‑based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401(k) with company match, healthcare coverage, and a broad range of other benefits.

The Nestlé 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, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Job Requisition: 382455