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As a Process Engineer DSP– Recovery Operations HMO , you will provide technical leadership and process support for downstream recovery operations across HMO manufacturing sites, including both internal production facilities and external Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs). Acting as a key technical interface between Process Development, Product Management, and manufacturing partners, you will drive process excellence, support operational improvements, and ensure reliable, high-quality production while collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders across Europe.
Provide technical support and expertise for downstream recovery processes across internal manufacturing sites and CMOs.
Serve as the primary technical contact for CMOs, ensuring effective collaboration and process alignment.
Act as the interface between Process Development, Product Management, and manufacturing operations to support technology transfer and process optimization.
Support HMO production facilities by troubleshooting technical issues and driving continuous process improvements.
Contribute to cross-functional projects related to process development, manufacturing, and operational excellence.
Provide technical input and support to management on process-related topics and strategic initiatives.
What You’ll Need to Be Successful
Master's degree in Food Technology, Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a comparable technical discipline.
Relevant experience in the food, biochemical, or chemical manufacturing industry.
Understanding of downstream processing or recovery operations.
Knowledge of quality, hygiene, and GMP/food production requirements.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
Experience in project work and process improvement initiatives.
Excellent communication, networking, and stakeholder management skills.
Open-minded, proactive, fast learner, and collaborative team player.
Business-level English is required and German is a plus
Willingness to travel within Europe as required.
Our purpose guides the way
In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.
Opportunities for everyone
We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.
We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.
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