P-Test Coordinator

Position Snapshot

Location: Nestlé Research, Lausanne, Switzerland
Company: Société des Produits Nestlé S.A.

Institute: Nestlé Institute of Food Safety & Analytical Sciences
Act. Rate: Full-Time Act. Rate 100%
Type of contract: Permanent Contract

What we offer at Nestlé

Flexible work policies in terms of core hours and working from home. Please talk to us during the recruitment process about what flexibility could look like for you
Genuine opportunities for career and personal development
Modern "smart office" locations providing agile & collaborative workspaces
Dynamic international working environment
Attractive additional benefits

Position Summary

Nestlé Research is based in Lausanne, Switzerland, employs approximately 1000 people and is comprised of five Nestlé Institutes: Food Sciences, Health Sciences, Food Safety & Analytical Sciences, Packaging Sciences, and Agricultural Sciences. For an overview of our research activities follow this link or read more about Nestlé Research at our website. Please follow us on Nestlé R&D on LinkedIn.

Learn more about the Institute of Food Safety & Analytical Sciences here.

As a P-test microbiology & Quality Coordinator, ‎you will be responsible for the design and coordination of the Microbiology P-Test schemes with internal and external partners and, as quality responsible, you will implement, maintain, and improve the Management System in accordance with ISO 17043 and Nestlé guidelines.

We offer a dynamic, inclusive, and international working environment with many opportunities across different companies, functions, and regions. Don't miss the opportunity to join us and work with different teams in an agile and diverse context.

A Day in the Life of a P-test microbiology & Quality coordinator

• Microbiology scheme: ensure complete coordination from test design to results release in accordance with ISO 17043 requirements within Nestlé or with external P-Test providers
• Define P-test needs for microbiology with business and NR analytical experts
• Evaluate requests for new P-tests, and re-design schemes when appropriate
• Propose significant improvement/adaptation to methodologies
• Maintain updated SOPs and instructions; ensure proper management of documents and records.
• Identify deviations from the Management System or procedures and initiate actions to prevent or minimize them
• Plan, organize and lead internal and external audits
• Communicate with our worldwide network of contact points, our analytical experts at Nestlé Research and the P-test team

What will make you successful

• Diploma in Biology (CFC or Bachelor's degree) with 3-5 years practical experience in microbiological analysis, and a good understanding of methodologies
• Practical experience of quality management (> 3 years) in an accredited laboratory (ISO Experience in auditing would be a plus
• Highly service oriented
• Very well organized, takes initiatives
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Experienced with office365 and knowledge of database tools (PowerBi, etc.)
• Good knowledge of statistics
• Fluent in English

At Nestlé, we want to help shape a better and healthier world, inspire people to live healthier lives and deliver impact at a scale and pace that makes a difference. We do this by fostering a diverse, friendly, supportive, and collaborative environment, that creates positive disruption, embraces innovation, and empowers people and teams to win.
We aim to hire friendly, respectful, inspiring people who care about the people's lives that we touch every single day.
Be a force for good. Join Nestlé and visit us on

Position Snapshot

Location: Nestlé Research, Lausanne, Switzerland
Company: Société des Produits Nestlé S.A.

Institute: Nestlé Institute of Food Safety & Analytical Sciences
Act. Rate: Full-Time Act. Rate 100%
Type of contract: Permanent Contract

What we offer at Nestlé

Flexible work policies in terms of core hours and working from home. Please talk to us during the recruitment process about what flexibility could look like for you
Genuine opportunities for career and personal development
Modern "smart office" locations providing agile & collaborative workspaces
Dynamic international working environment
Attractive additional benefits

Position Summary

Nestlé Research is based in Lausanne, Switzerland, employs approximately 1000 people and is comprised of five Nestlé Institutes: Food Sciences, Health Sciences, Food Safety & Analytical Sciences, Packaging Sciences, and Agricultural Sciences. For an overview of our research activities follow this link or read more about Nestlé Research at our website. Please follow us on Nestlé R&D on LinkedIn.

Learn more about the Institute of Food Safety & Analytical Sciences here.

As a P-test microbiology & Quality Coordinator, ‎you will be responsible for the design and coordination of the Microbiology P-Test schemes with internal and external partners and, as quality responsible, you will implement, maintain, and improve the Management System in accordance with ISO 17043 and Nestlé guidelines.

We offer a dynamic, inclusive, and international working environment with many opportunities across different companies, functions, and regions. Don't miss the opportunity to join us and work with different teams in an agile and diverse context.

A Day in the Life of a P-test microbiology & Quality coordinator

• Microbiology scheme: ensure complete coordination from test design to results release in accordance with ISO 17043 requirements within Nestlé or with external P-Test providers
• Define P-test needs for microbiology with business and NR analytical experts
• Evaluate requests for new P-tests, and re-design schemes when appropriate
• Propose significant improvement/adaptation to methodologies
• Maintain updated SOPs and instructions; ensure proper management of documents and records.
• Identify deviations from the Management System or procedures and initiate actions to prevent or minimize them
• Plan, organize and lead internal and external audits
• Communicate with our worldwide network of contact points, our analytical experts at Nestlé Research and the P-test team

What will make you successful

• Diploma in Biology (CFC or Bachelor's degree) with 3-5 years practical experience in microbiological analysis, and a good understanding of methodologies
• Practical experience of quality management (> 3 years) in an accredited laboratory (ISO Experience in auditing would be a plus
• Highly service oriented
• Very well organized, takes initiatives
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Experienced with office365 and knowledge of database tools (PowerBi, etc.)
• Good knowledge of statistics
• Fluent in English

At Nestlé, we want to help shape a better and healthier world, inspire people to live healthier lives and deliver impact at a scale and pace that makes a difference. We do this by fostering a diverse, friendly, supportive, and collaborative environment, that creates positive disruption, embraces innovation, and empowers people and teams to win.
We aim to hire friendly, respectful, inspiring people who care about the people's lives that we touch every single day.
Be a force for good. Join Nestlé and visit us on

Lausanne, CH

Lausanne, CH