Function:
You optimize all chemical processes of the LIZ-project in order to deliver services according the supply agreement, the customer expectations and the company profit goals.
* You improve technical processes in LIZ production campaigns to optimize cost and to ensure right first time.
* Improve process performance by
o Firm follow up of process parameters: trending, analysis, statistics, reporting.
o Initiating process optimizations to continuously optimize product cost.
* Technical troubleshooting while witnessing the process.
* Follow up of deviations: investigate, coordinate and document root cause analyses, review corresponding documentation and support implementation of corrective and preventive action.
* Carry out feasibility studies, impact assessments and required documentation in case of process changes.
* You support the introduction of new technical processes and equipment.
* Organise the Technology Transfer Process to production.
* Lead the process engineering and participate in the process safety and environmental risk assessments.
* Review of Master Batch records (MBR), process validations & homogeneity studies.
* Accommodating customer process witnessing in production.
* Review and analyse product campaign & review data.
* You become a process expert by keeping up to date with the state-of-the art LIZ installations and developing an in depth knowledge of all LIZ processes. Therefor being present both on our Wetteren and Balen site is crucial.
* You build and maintain strong collaboration with internal stakeholders to create a fluent team interaction and progress of the project.
Profile:
* You have a Master degree in Chemistry, (Bio)engineering or equivalent.
* Strong chemical and process technical competencies.
* Affinity with data collection, interpretation and reporting.
* You have 5 years of experience in a production environment.
* Knowledge of process risk analysis and process validation.
* You are willing to work on both our Wetteren and Balen site.
* Excellent communication skills in Dutch and English.
* Team player able to work with different stakeholders.
* Pursue 'first time right' attitude.
* Pro-active way of working.
* Excellent planning and organising skills, capacity to cope with pressure.
What we Offer
* A technically challenging position at an international and stable company that holds a leading position in the pharmaceutical sector.
* A dynamic and collegial working environment with a strong focus on support, training, and personal development.
* An attractive salary package with extensive fringe benefits.
* Ajinomoto is committed to a safe, inclusive work environment and values the complementarity of diverse teams.