Process Operator

We, Deep Branch Biotechnology Ltd.; Geleen; In loco; EUR 42.000 - 64.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

We, Deep Branch Biotechnology Ltd. on Brightlands Chemelot Campus in Geleen, NL, are hiring two Process Operators to support our pilot plant upgrades and prepare for production campaigns through 2027.

You will help operate, monitor, and improve a first‑of‑a‑kind gas fermentation process alongside a multi-disciplinary team. This on‑site role is 40 hours/week with a hybrid 2‑shift pattern; some periods require a 5‑shift rota for 24/7 coverage.

Competenze

• Minimum VAPRO B (MBO Level 3) or equivalent qualifications.
• 3+ years in highly controlled operations (chemical, pharma, etc.).
• VCA-basic or equivalent safety certification.
• Dutch and English language fluency; EU driving license (NL B).

Mansioni

• Operate, monitor, and maintain the pilot plant facility for safe, efficient operation.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to support process development.
• Support safety, maintenance, scheduling, and logistics activities.
• Conduct experiments and tests to optimise gas fermentation.
• Maintain accurate records of operations and data for analysis.
• Assist design and implementation of new equipment and processes.
• Develop and follow SOPs and safety requirements on site.
• Identify improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Perform sampling and QA/QC related tasks.
• Carry out inspection rounds and minor maintenance on pilot and lab installations.

Conoscenze

Communication

Formazione

VAPRO B (MBO Level 3)

Strumenti

VCA Basic

Driving License B (EU)

Descrizione del lavoro

We are hiring for our operations team at our pilot plant on the Brightlands Chemelot Campus!

The team is currently completing the latest round of pilot plant upgrades, ahead of our next programme of production and development campaigns through 2027, and we are looking to bring onboard two Process Operators to support the next steps of our journey towards commercialising Aerbio’s unique technology.

This is an opportunity for experienced operators looking for more than just running an established process. You will be closely involved in operating, improving, and developing a first-of-a-kind fermentation process, with the opportunity to influence how our plant and operating practices evolve.

Job Title: Process Operator – Pilot Plant

Work Location: Brightlands Chemelot campus, Geleen, Limburg (NL) - on site

Time commitment: 40 hours/wk non-shift and hybrid 2-shift pattern; 33.6 hours/wk on-5-shift

Remuneration: Competitive salary package, dependent on experience, qualifications and applicable operator level

Working hours:

• Operational campaigns (shift):
  • The pilot facility is generally operated in a hybrid 2-shift pattern;
  • For some campaigns, due to the novelty of the process and high-flexibility-nature of the pilot facility, a 5-shift rota with 24/7 coverage is also required periodically.
• Technical support (non-shift):
  • A standard 40-hour work week will be typical for periods when the pilot is not in operation (to be discussed at interview);
  • Conventional working hours will be 08:00-16:30.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Operate, monitor, and maintain the pilot plant facility to ensure safe and efficient operation;
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and other ops team members to support process development and troubleshooting;
• Support plant safety, maintenance, scheduling, and logistics activities;
• Conduct experiments and tests to support the development and optimisation of the gas fermentation process;
• Maintain accurate records of plant operations, experiments, and data for analysis and reporting;
• Assist in the design and implementation of new equipment and processes;
• Develop and follow standard operating procedures and work instructions while ensuring compliance with the safety requirements of the site;
• Continuously identify areas for improvement and propose solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness;
• Sampling, sample preparation and sample analysis for QA/QC and R&D purposes;
• Perform inspection rounds and minor maintenance tasks to guarantee optimal operational functionality of pilot and lab installations.
• Minimum of VAPRO B (MBO Level 3) or equivalent qualifications
• 3+ years experience working in a highly controlled operational environment (e.g. Chemical, Pharma, Feed/Food industries) working with potentially hazardous substances
• VCA-basic or equivalent
• Strong communication skills – Dutch and English language required
• Other: EU Driving License (e.g. NL Licence B), English and Dutch language fluency

Preferred Skills, Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Fermentation experience, especially operation of various types of bioreactors from small to pilot scale;
• Experience with basic microbiology and sample analysis techniques;
• Experience working in a food/feed production environment