Nestle is a Swiss multinational food and beverage company with a broad portfolio spanning coffee, bottled water, dairy products, infant nutrition, confectionery, frozen foods, and pet care. Its products reach consumers worldwide through retail and foodservice channels, supported by large-scale manufacturing and supply-chain operations. On a job aggregator, Nestle’s profile is relevant to candidates exploring opportunities across food and beverage, manufacturing, and logistics, as well as work connected to nutrition, health, and wellness initiatives.
Research and Development Operations Manager – Fremont, MI
Lead Nestlé’s Fremont pilot plant operations supporting global meals and baby food research and development. Oversee trials, compliance, maintenance, innovation, and team development.
Description
- Lead strategic direction for NDC Fremont’s pilot plant and site operations
- Oversee daily pilot plant activities supporting strategic R&D trials
- Plan and coordinate pilot plant trials
- Direct maintenance and upgrades for pilot plant equipment and local IT infrastructure
- Maintain compliance with Quality and Food Safety, SH&E, Nestlé policies, guidelines, and applicable regulations
- Manage procurement and final disposition to maintain material and finished-product availability
- Coach and develop team members against performance goals and career objectives
- Advance innovation and transfer new technology knowledge for industrialization and factory start-up
- Coordinate small- and medium-scale pilot plant projects
- Control operating expenses while improving operational efficiency, effectiveness, and capacity
- Partner with the Quality Management lead and direct the NMS program
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, or a comparable combination of education and experience
- At least seven years of relevant professional experience
- People-management experience in a technical or operational setting
- Experience leading or supporting capital expenditure project submissions
- Basic project management experience is beneficial
- Working knowledge of ISO 22000, NQMS, HACCP, food safety, NGMP, and EFCA
- Ability to lead, coach, and develop employees
- Collaborative team player with strong communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder-management skills
- Manufacturing experience with digital and AI tools is preferred
- This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Benefits
- Performance-based incentive opportunities
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Healthcare coverage
- Additional benefits across a broad range of offerings
- Inclusive workplace environment
- Reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process