Nestlé Food Safety Specialist Job – BSc Food Science Apply!
Nestlé Health Science is hiring a Food Safety Specialist (Industrial Hygienist) to lead GMP, sanitation, pest control, and food safety validation programs in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. This role is crucial in ensuring hygienic design and sanitation processes meet both regulatory and Nestlé global standards. If you hold a BSc in Microbiology, Food Science, or a related field, and have at least 2 years of sanitation or food safety experience, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact in one of the world’s most trusted health and nutrition companies.
About Nestlé Health Science
Nestlé Health Science is a global leader in science-driven nutrition and health innovation. Its brands—such as Garden of Life®, BOOST®, Peptamen®, and Orgain®—help people live healthier lives through high-quality nutritional solutions. With a focus on scientific innovation, regulatory excellence, and sustainability, Nestlé Health Science offers a workplace that values growth, diversity, and purpose. Join a team that’s passionate about reimagining the future of health and nutrition worldwide.
Job Details:
Job Posting: Food Safety Specialist
Requisition ID: 340898
Location: Bayport, NY, US
Work Type: Full-time (Flexible hours required)
Job Type: Individual Contributor
Position Summary:
The Industrial Hygienist at Nestlé Health Science is responsible for providing direction and leadership in factory Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), sanitation, pest control, and hygienic design programs. This position plays a key role in ensuring food safety, compliance monitoring, and fostering a quality and compliance mindset across departments.
Hours: Must be willing to work flexible hours to cover hygienic programs for multiple shifts.
Key Responsibilities:
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Implement and validate sanitation programs, SSOPs, and allergen management systems.
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Maintain factory hygiene through robust pest control and master sanitation schedules.
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Lead hygienic design initiatives for process equipment and structural improvements.
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Manage pathogen monitoring and trend data analysis
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Coordinate hygiene training for factory staff and contractors
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Act as liaison for chemical and pest control vendors
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Ensure compliance with Nestlé’s internal policies and regulatory (FDA, FSMA) standards
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Contribute to HACCP and Food Safety Teams for PRP verifications
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Support cleaning validation, allergen clearance, and environmental safety programs
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Promote a behavior-based safety culture within the factory
Experience and Education Requirements:
- B.S. Degree in Microbiology, Food Science/Technology, or related field preferred
- Professional GMP/Sanitation training preferred
- 2+ years of experience in food plant sanitation, quality/supervisory roles
- Knowledge in food safety, HACCP, FSMA, GFSI, 5S, and GMP
- Basic knowledge in hygienic design, quality management, and project management
Keywords: Nestlé, Food Safety Specialist, Health Science, Nutrition, Sanitation, Pest Control, Microbiology Food Safety Roles
