Essential Job Functions
Lead the scale-up, technology transfer and implementation of new products and processes across multiple Arxada manufacturing sites and external manufacturing partners throughout Europe
Serve as the primary coordinator for technical process support across the European manufacturing network, building strong relationships with internal production sites and external manufacturing partners
Drive technical troubleshooting and process optimization, connecting Production and Quality teams with the appropriate expertise from R&D Process Technology, R&D Analytical, R&D Applications, Regulatory and other relevant functions
Lead cross-functional technical projects using effective project management practices, establishing clear objectives, engaging stakeholders, defining project plans and ensuring delivery against committed timelines
Partner closely with regional technical laboratories in Hannover, Germany and Manchester, UK, including performing laboratory work when required
Provide on-site technical support during initial new product manufacturing campaigns, technology transfers and complex process troubleshooting activities
Travel across Europe as required to support multiple manufacturing locations, build strong site relationships and provide effective technical and process support
Qualifications & Experience
Degree in Chemical Engineering or Organic Chemistry.
Relevant professional experience within your technical discipline: Bachelor’s degree: 12+ years of experience. Master’s degree: 8–10+ years of experience. Ph.D.: 4–6+ years of experience
Strong technical background in areas such as process development, scale-up, technology transfer, manufacturing support and/or process optimization
Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems and coordinate expertise across R&D, Production, Quality, Regulatory and other functions
Strong project management capabilities, with the ability to align multiple stakeholders and drive projects through to successful delivery
Strong relationship-building and communication skills with the ability to operate effectively across multiple sites, functions and external partners
Fluency in English and willingness to travel regularly across Europe
Arxada has world class offering in two distinct areas: Microbial Control Solutions (MCS) focuses on threats posed by microorganisms to people and planet through five distinct business lines including Professional Hygiene, Home & Personal Care, Wood Protection, Paints & Coatings and Material Protection. Nutrition, Care & Environmental (NCE), meanwhile, provides materials used to manufacture composites for electronics, aerospace and other markets, as well as vitamins and nutritional ingredients, chemicals and performance intermediates, and raw materials for a wide range of high-performance applications. Arxada is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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