Technician Global Research Pilot Brewery

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Jobomschrijving

Perform pilot scale operational activities within the framework of a global strategic and exploratory product and process development project. The aim is to execute fermentation, decanting and filtration trials; to take and analyze samples during the trials; to report the findings of these trials; to CIP tanks; etc.

Scope of the job

• Understand objectives on assigned trial requests, product specifications and process procedures.
• Execute the requested trials according the established ABI procedures, perform the corresponding analyses, record all data and observations made during the trials, and report the findings to the project leader.
• Apply good industrial practices & brewery standards to ensure quality in trial execution and reporting and to guarantee reliability of results.
• Suggest improvements to optimize operations, quality, efficiency, safety, etc. and support implementing these where possible. 
• Verify that the raw materials for trials are available in the right quantities and with the required documentation.
• Ensure that the used equipment is functional and safe in use. Timely flag any equipment defects or malfunctioning.
• Ensure equipment and process standard operating procedures (SOPs) are up to date.
• Identify and address potential risks that may affect the achievement of the project objectives, timeline and quality.
• Help guarding and improving the cleanliness, order, safety and quality in the RPB.
• Contact 3rd parties, e.g. suppliers for maintenance of equipment or required specification sheets of raw materials.

Profiel

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant applied science / engineering or equivalent through experience
• Previous professional experience in a development or research lab or a brewery, in the area of biotechnology, fermentation and/or brewing biochemistry is an asset.
• Competencies (job related)
• Capability to independently plan, organize and execute trials and experiments.
• Result-oriented with respect for quality and timing; attention to detail.
• Hands-on and problem-solving mindset.
• Pro-active attitude.
• Ability to interpret/analyze test results and provide feedback to the requestors.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills and flexibility to adapt to a fast-changing environment.
• Ability to integrate and generate internal/external best practices to improve processes/tools/ services/ways of working. 
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Fluency in English; other language skills are an additional asset.
• Advanced computer skills; knowledge of standard software programs (Word, Excel, ...)