We are a diverse, inclusive company with multiple perspectives and innovative ideas, investing in Digital Transformation and valuing innovation—both in our products and in our work methods. A company that values respect and cares about the well-being of our employees. **If it feels good, we do it!** At Nestlé, respect for inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunity is highly important. We strive to strengthen our purpose of building diverse teams and embracing all communities, cultures, and age groups. **Work Location**: Araras/SP **Department**: Quality **Company**: Pura Vida **Reports To**: Quality and Food Safety Supervisor **Has Successor Mapped**: No **Position Summary** Joining Nestlé means becoming part of the world’s largest food and beverage company. At our core lies a human-centered environment—passionate people driven by the purpose of improving quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. You must demonstrate passion for food, unwavering commitment to development and learning, and a strong desire to deliver results and solutions superior to routine ones. **A Day in the Life of a Laboratory Assistant...** SGSA Management: Review policies, processes, procedures, and records to ensure maintenance of the Food Safety Management System. Non-Conformance Control: Prepare reports, propose corrective/preventive actions, and open and monitor Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) with relevant departments. Inspection and Release: Ensure compliance of finished products and raw materials by monitoring processes and quality standards. Quality Programs: Ensure implementation of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP, food safety regulations, and other applicable requirements. Analyses and Testing: Conduct physicochemical and sensory analyses and maintain related records; send samples to external laboratories and customers. Audits and Investigations: Conduct internal audits, monitor blocked/reworked products, and investigate customer service complaints. Traceability and Documentation: Provide records and documents as required. Safety and Sustainability: Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), comply with internal standards, and support sustainability culture and social, environmental, and health policies. Inventory Monitoring: Monitor inventory levels of finished products and raw materials. **What Will Make You Successful?** Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Food Engineering/Technology, Chemistry, or related fields. Technical Knowledge: Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and ease of use with digital tools. Interpersonal Skills: Clear and effective communication, with strong teamwork abilities. Organization and Planning: Ability to structure tasks, prioritize demands, and maintain focus on deadlines. Nestlé has been present in 99% of Brazilian households for 100 years, serving as the global leader in food and beverages across 190 countries—with a purpose to unlock the power of food to enhance the quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come. Did you enjoy learning a bit about Nestlé? Visit our website to explore more about our history, values, and social commitments: https://www.nestle.com