Bioprocess Technician
Bioprocess Technician
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Job Description
Would you love to combine your background and motivation to work in a state-of-the-art biotech pilot plant Then join us and tackle development challenges and continuously push beyond what was deemed impossible. Work in an energetic highly ambitious and international startup environment designing the processes and factories of tomorrow. Lets change the world together!
Tasks
- Enroll in our ongoing product and process development & optimization trials.
- Operate and maintain bioprocessing equipment including pilot-scale reactors upstream and downstream equipment and utilities.
- Plan and supervise routine infrastructure maintenance operations: trial setup; equipment preparation; CIP; deep clean.
- Execute internal equipment maintenance troubleshooting and repair tasks by identifying and solving issues with equipment and processes.
- Support in monitoring bioprocesses by performing in-process control (IPC) during fermentation trials and downstream processes including sampling and assisting in lab analytics.
- Adhere to and suggest improvements for existing SOPs and guidelines.
- Ensure full process traceability including maintaining detailed trial records and logs.
Requirements
Educational Background
Minimum EQF Level 4 in one of the following fields:
Biotechnology / Chemistry / Biochemistry
Industrial Production
Mechanical Engineering
Other related technical fields
Higher education is appreciated but not mandatory.
Professional Experience
Hands-on experience in manufacturing environments such as:
Biotechnology chemical or pharmaceutical production
Food/beverage or agri-food industries
Practical experience in equipment mechanics or maintenance is a (big!) plus.
Candidates with mechanics or related backgrounds must demonstrate direct experience in biotech or agri-food manufacturing settings.
Skills & Attributes
- Basic understanding of GMP and Lean principles is a plus.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural team.
- Availability to work in shifts.
- Strong motivation to contribute to sustainability and food system innovation.
- Fluency in English (spoken and written).
Benefits
Hands-on ownership from day one; your ideas will shape how we scale our processes.
Permanent employment contract with compensation aligned with expertise technical skills and added value to the team and the company.
Meal allowance and public transportation pass
Growth and development opportunities within the team and the company.
Supportive learning environment with professional guidance.
An inclusive culture where diverse voices are celebrated.
At MicroHarvest we value diversity and as such we do not discriminate based on race colour religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability veteran status marital status or based on an individuals status in any group or class protected by applicable laws. MicroHarvest respectfully encourages people from all backgrounds and under-represented groups to apply for this position.
Employment Type
Full Time
