Laboratory Technician (Product Development)

At Olenex we supply a broad portfolio of high-quality edible oils and fats to customers worldwide. With thirteen strategically located refineries across Europe we produce a wide range of liquid and tropical oils. Our team of specialists works closely with both food and non-food producers to deliver tailor-made ingredients that meet specific needs.

Beyond production we are active in trading and sourcing raw materials to strengthen our offering in the oil and fats industry. Sustainability and fair trade are at the heart of what we do. Through our #SharedResponsibility initiative we build integral partnerships and work toward a 100% sustainable supply chain.

We also believe in investing in our people. At Olenex youll find opportunities for career development training and contribution within a dynamic and challenging environment where your impact truly matters.

We are currently looking for a experienced & driven

Laboratory Technician (Product Development)

to join our team at the laboratory in the Zaandam location.

As a Laboratory Technician you and the team are responsible for all specific sample requests from our collaboration with our Technical Account Managers we are closely involved in projects for the improvement of new products and processes. We produce these samples in a brand-new product development laboratory by carrying out chemical sensory and instrumental analyses on products oils and fats. We also generate these samples by laboratory scale production processes.

You will be part of a small team together you are responsible for all sample and improvement projects for the customer. Within this role you get to work in a very new laboratory with the newest equipment for processing and analysis.

This role gives you the opportunity to grow into an experienced oil and fats technician.

What the role entails

Perform various production processes on laboratory scale

Accurately perform chemical and instrumental analyses such as GC SFC and various titrations

Accurate mixing and manufacturing of samples in small and larger quantities

Entering analysis data and producing reports/trends in our software system

Carrying out sensory analyses

Label and ship samples professionally and neatly to the customer

Preparing products in our application lab for customer visits

To excel in this role you bring:

You have an MLO or HLO diploma (analytical chemistry food technology or equivalent training)

You have gained work/internship experience within a development or analytical department preferably in a food organization

You work well independently as well as in groups

You have a pragmatic and flexible attitude

Preferably experience with edible oils and fats

You know how to combine different tasks

You have good communication skills in Dutch and English

What we offer you:

Enthusiastic colleagues from all over the world

Multiple training & development options

13th month salary

30 days of paid holidays per year

A fully company-paid pension plan

Discount on health insurance and fitness

Competitive Salary

Sounds like you Apply for the next chapter in your career!