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Nestlé's Research & Development Center is our regional powerhouse driving innovation in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical science. Backed by our global Nestlé R&D organization, we lead breakthrough discoveries that are both good for consumers and the planet. Our team of experts range from product developers to engineers, working across our portfolio of food, beverage, infant nutrition, and health science to create leading-edge products and services. As part of our organization, you will use your entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to excellence to unlock the power of food and provide premium value. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. WORK SCHEDULE: This is a Tuesday-Saturday shift, 8:00am - 5:00pm POSITION SUMMARY: The Quality Lab Shipping & Receiving Technician effectively and efficiently provides support to the building by ensuring that samples and/or supplies needed for testing and running the facility are available and delivered in a timely fashion with minimal supervision. Required supervision will come from the Manager Procurement This role primarily performs, and documents routine tasks related to sample processing using written operating procedures requiring the use of applied knowledge and practical skills learned from on-the-job experience This role may support inventory stock, providing oversight and control of stocks, reducing waste and duplication of inventories, and removing supply management from the sample testing flow. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide support to laboratory department by performing and/or coordinating a variety of laboratory processes. 70-80% Receive & process approximately 100 boxes daily containing laboratory samples and/or materials Maintains records of shipment status; this may include import of original sample paperwork, reception of samples/supplies that classify as hazardous, management of daily deliverables (sample tracking, material goods receipt, etc) Works with customer service/laboratories/vendors to resolve sample/material submission anomalies Ensures receiving areas and stock room are maintained for cleanliness, well organized and optimized with materials stocked for FIFO (First In First Out) or LIFO (Last In First Out) as appropriate. Carries out assignments in a timely, diligent, and safe manner and performs work in accordance with NQAC SOPs. Participate in operational reviews both for the department and the departments in scope for material support. Initiate, maintain and report analytics/measures for processes and transformational projects as assigned. Presents ideas effectively, actively listens and works across functional boundaries with the ability to effectively communicate with vendors and co-workers. Attends conference calls or meetings as needed. Assures adherence to safety regulations. Performs other duties as assigned. Provide assurance of quality and support of quality processes for the Laboratory/Center. 15% Identify, participate, and/or lead process improvement projects for the department or cross functionally for the facility. Initiates corrective actions or observations for quality or vendor issues. Updates/ initiates SOP's or Standards Training. 5% Trains other employees as instructed and/or required for any of the functions listed above. Must be able to demonstrate how to perform the job themselves while training. QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: High School Diploma/GED equivalent required. Basic math skills required; degree or coursework in science or logistics/purchasing discipline preferred. Above average decision-making, communication & interpersonal skills Ability to handle multiple situations & tasks simultaneously Demonstrate flexibility to cover early morning, after hour shifts and to allow for PTO coverage. Competence in software literacy, including SAP and Microsoft Office. Comfortable with handling hazardous materials including chemicals and microbiology supplies and working within a microbiology or chemistry laboratory setting. SKILLS: Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Applications: Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) English Language Skills (Basic reading, writing, speaking, etc.) Ability to perform trained tasks and follow lab SOPs. High stress-tolerance and ability to maintain stable performance under pressure or opposition, such as time pressure or job ambiguity. Demonstrates initiative; is a self-starter, gets involved quickly, takes on difficult tasks with enthusiasm. Takes action to achieve goals beyond what is required. Maintains high activity productivity level. Operates with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time. Strong application of organizational skills & attention to detail. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home. 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, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: **************. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at *********************************** Job Requisition: 379034