Process Specialist

Business area: Nestle Beverage
Job Title: Process Specialist

Location: Dalston, Cumbria

Salary up to £48,000 depending on experience + potential bonus + generous pension scheme + 12 flexible days on top of 25-day holiday entitlement + 2 paid volunteering days + other fantastic benefits!

Championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our business.

Position Summary

We now have a fantastic opportunity for a talented, driven individual to join our Nestlé business at our Dalston factory as a Process Specialist. The role will report to the Area Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to support the site through change and progress your career.

The focus of your role will be to ensure the elements of manufacturing excellence are delivered with continuous drive for Zero. Also to deliver full compliance with process safety, develop detailed training programmes for the operational team and provide process expertise.

Nestlé Dalston Factory in Cumbria is the European Centre for cappuccino and creamers producing a range of beverage products. These are produced through a highly automated PLC controlled process plant and automated filling and packing lines. It is continually developing and expanding leading brands such as Nescafé, Aero Hot Chocolate and Coffee-mate. The factory is moving forward with continuous improvement principles and actively developing Lean/TPM processes so it's an exciting time to be involved.

A day in the life of a Process Specialist

• Ensure the elements of manufacturing excellence are delivered with a continuous drive for Zero loss.
• Deliver full compliance with process safety, develop detailed training programs for the operational team, and provide process expertise.
• Maintain high health and safety standards and ensure compliance with Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Develop training programs for process master craft, create operational standards what drives results.
• Ensure maximum quality performance targeting a Zero loss mindset and first-time right mindset.
• Lead, coach, and motivate a multi-skilled team to achieve individual and departmental goals.
• Promote continuous improvement in production and improve the quality of Operational Review meetings and Shift Handovers.
• Develop Nestlé problem-solving and troubleshooting tools and skills to ensure that all team members can identify root causes and take fast and effective responses to problems.

What will make you successful?

• Previous experience working in a technical and production environment.
• A background in an engineering capacity or role is desirable.
• A solid foundation of the coffee manufacturing process is desirable but not essential.
• A qualification in an engineering discipline (either mechanical or electrical) would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Experience as a Manufacturing Shift Manager or Manufacturing Asset Manager is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to earn respect.
• Ability to see the bigger picture, prioritize, and challenge the status quo.
• Ability to implement new processes and lead initiatives.

What you need to know

What can we offer in return? Great benefits you'd expect from a business the size of Nestlé - in the shape of a competitive salary and benefits package, bonus scheme, flexible working scheme, 25 days holiday plus statutory holidays plus flex leave, pension scheme and a real focus on personal development and growth.


The closing date for this role is 13/08/2025

We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don't delay in submitting your application.

At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect. When we embrace diversity and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our business. People of all gender identities, ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBT+ community are strongly encouraged to apply. If there is anything we can do to accommodate you to participate fully in the application process, please let us know. We take pride in championing inclusion and diversity, our people make up a number of Colleague Networks who represent different experiences and communities who hold us accountable in creating a sense of belonging for all, and our values create the conditions for us to respect the unique contribution you bring. Find out more about our Colleague Networks here: Diversity, equity and inclusion Nestlé (nestle.co.uk)

We are committed to equal opportunity for all and we may collect relevant data for monitoring purposes during our candidate registration process. Be yourself, everyone else is taken!

Position Snapshot

Business area: Nestle Beverage
Job Title: Process Specialist

Location: Dalston, Cumbria

Salary up to £48,000 depending on experience + potential bonus + generous pension scheme + 12 flexible days on top of 25-day holiday entitlement + 2 paid volunteering days + other fantastic benefits!

Championing diversity and inclusion is so important to us; when we embrace different perspectives and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our business.

Position Summary

We now have a fantastic opportunity for a talented, driven individual to join our Nestlé business at our Dalston factory as a Process Specialist. The role will report to the Area Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to support the site through change and progress your career.

The focus of your role will be to ensure the elements of manufacturing excellence are delivered with continuous drive for Zero. Also to deliver full compliance with process safety, develop detailed training programmes for the operational team and provide process expertise.

Nestlé Dalston Factory in Cumbria is the European Centre for cappuccino and creamers producing a range of beverage products. These are produced through a highly automated PLC controlled process plant and automated filling and packing lines. It is continually developing and expanding leading brands such as Nescafé, Aero Hot Chocolate and Coffee-mate. The factory is moving forward with continuous improvement principles and actively developing Lean/TPM processes so it's an exciting time to be involved.

A day in the life of a Process Specialist

• Ensure the elements of manufacturing excellence are delivered with a continuous drive for Zero loss.
• Deliver full compliance with process safety, develop detailed training programs for the operational team, and provide process expertise.
• Maintain high health and safety standards and ensure compliance with Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Develop training programs for process master craft, create operational standards what drives results.
• Ensure maximum quality performance targeting a Zero loss mindset and first-time right mindset.
• Lead, coach, and motivate a multi-skilled team to achieve individual and departmental goals.
• Promote continuous improvement in production and improve the quality of Operational Review meetings and Shift Handovers.
• Develop Nestlé problem-solving and troubleshooting tools and skills to ensure that all team members can identify root causes and take fast and effective responses to problems.

What will make you successful?

• Previous experience working in a technical and production environment.
• A background in an engineering capacity or role is desirable.
• A solid foundation of the coffee manufacturing process is desirable but not essential.
• A qualification in an engineering discipline (either mechanical or electrical) would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Experience as a Manufacturing Shift Manager or Manufacturing Asset Manager is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to earn respect.
• Ability to see the bigger picture, prioritize, and challenge the status quo.
• Ability to implement new processes and lead initiatives.

What you need to know

What can we offer in return? Great benefits you'd expect from a business the size of Nestlé - in the shape of a competitive salary and benefits package, bonus scheme, flexible working scheme, 25 days holiday plus statutory holidays plus flex leave, pension scheme and a real focus on personal development and growth.


The closing date for this role is 13/08/2025

We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don't delay in submitting your application.

At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect. When we embrace diversity and give everyone the chance to be the best they can be, we can think in new, creative ways that grow and enhance our business. People of all gender identities, ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBT+ community are strongly encouraged to apply. If there is anything we can do to accommodate you to participate fully in the application process, please let us know. We take pride in championing inclusion and diversity . click apply for full job details