Lead Quality Assurance Technician; Overnight shift

Lead Quality Assurance 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.

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SCHEDULE:

This role operates on the 3rd shift, with a schedule of Sunday - Thursday, 11:00PM - 7:30AM. ONBOARDING

SCHEDULE:

To ensure a successful start and seamless integration into the team, this role includes a structured 4–5-day onboarding program, typically scheduled from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. All new employees are expected to complete this onboarding during their first week.

As a Lead Quality Assurance Technician, you'll guide QA activities on the production floor to ensure our products meet the highest standards for safety, consistency, and compliance. You'll support inspections, documentation, and team training while helping resolve issues in real time. Your leadership and attention to detail help us deliver the products people love — with confidence and care.

• Coordinate QA technician activities and lead the department when needed
• Perform in-process testing, AQL inspections, and batch record reviews
• Submit samples for analytical and microbiological testing
• Approve pre-startup checks and release work orders
• Conduct daily audits and floor walks to ensure compliance
• Support training and provide guidance on GMPs, SOPs, and documentation practices
• Communicate with teams to resolve errors and maintain standards
• Follow safety rules, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and company policies
• Perform other duties as assigned

High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing quality assurance Able to lift up to 50 lbs and move throughout your shift Comfortable working around powders, chemicals, and food allergens Flexible to work overtime based on business needs

Comfortable using computers, tablets, and MS Office programs Experience with systems like SAP, Oracle, AS400, PQM, or Captiva preferred Strong attention to detail and organization Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) Excellent communication and teamwork skills Able to adapt to change and look for ways to improve processes

The approximate hourly pay for this position is $30.64. 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.

Nestlé 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 benefit packages may vary depending on the position.

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