Head of Fermentation, Plant Fuglebakken

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We need your talent knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.

Our purpose points the way

In Novonesis we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanitys biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago this has been our guide. Its how weve gotten so far. And its how well impact the future. Now more than ever the world needs change. And with biosolutions the possibilities for transformation are endless.

Were here to better our world with biology.

Join us as our new Manager for our Fermentation

As a Manager in the fermentation you will be responsible for leading the daily operations and driving the development of the fermentation department at Site Fuglebakken. The fermentation process is the first step in production of enzymes for a large portfolio of industries primary at Fuglebakken within Food and Feed.

You alsohave toensuresafeefficientand high-quality production fostering a collaborative culture and setting the direction for continuousimprovement. Youwillmanage adedicatedteam.. You will oversee a team consisting of 5 production teams a day shift team and 5 technicians/supporters all organized under 3 dedicated team leaders who report directly to you.

Welcome to Site Fuglebakken

The Fuglebakken site comprises three main production departments: Fermentation Recovery and Spray addition it includes a dedicated Maintenance Department and a Process & Technology Department that provide essential support for the production operations.

The site employs approximately 150 people.

In this role youll make an impact by:

• Leading and managing the fermentation production department to ensure safe efficient and high-quality operations while meeting production targets

• Living theNovonesisCulture Commitments and keep ensuring a thriving organization with focus on safety work environment and engaged cross functionalteam-work

• Driving continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for process optimization enhancing production efficiency and reducing operational waste

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Recovery Spray Drying Maintenance and Process & Technology to align on goals and deliver seamless production processes

• Ensuring compliance with safety quality and environmental standards and proactively addressing any challenges within the fermentation processes

Main responsibilities will involve setting clear priorities for the fermentation teams empowering employees through effective leadership and contributing to the sites overall strategic objectives. You will play a key role in the local plant leadership team while also engaging with the broader stakeholders within Novonesis.

To succeed you must:

• Hold Bachelors or Masters degree in engineering or related field

• Have 5 years of leadership experience within a similar production area

• Have effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Be fluent in Danish and English

• Be able to coach and support team leaders to ensure alignment with strategic goals andtheir strong leadership abilities with a proven ability to motivate and inspire teams toward achieving shared goals

• Be highly organized and results-driven with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Be able to demonstrate a commitment to safety quality and sustainability ensuring compliance with internal and external standards at all times

• Adapt to change and thrive in a dynamic environment staying proactive and innovative in addressing new challenges or opportunities

• Have experience working in cross-functional teams collaborating effectively with departments such as Maintenance Process & Technology and Quality Assurance.

Application deadline: 25 January 2026.

Contact details: For more information please contact Charlotte Lorentzen on

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