Production Plant Operator, 100 (Shifts)

Microcaps is an ETH Zurich spin-off founded in March 2019. Our unique technology allows us to produce highly precise and innovative microcapsules that empower materials to unlock new capabilities; all tailored to various markets from cosmetics to nutraceutical and pharma.

Today Microcaps technology can be found in a cosmetic skin serum encapsulated FineFragrance products and vegan caviar. Our aim is now to expand our production capacity and introduce a visionary and sustainable water-based fine fragrance. Subsequently we plan to incorporate all-in-one nutrition delivery products into our portfolio. Join us on our mission to bring Swiss precision to the realm of microencapsulation.

To strengthen our team in Worben (BE) we are looking for:

Operator for Production Plants (m/w/d) 100% (Shifts)

Do you fit one of the following criteria

• 35 years of professional experience in GMP-regulated production environment in the food cosmetics or pharmaceutical industries.

OR

• Chemical engineering or other technical background and a keen interest in production.

Microcaps is currently setting up a production site to scale our novel technology. This first site will encapsulate fine fragrances and other cosmetic products. We need smart committed people with a can-do attitude to work in our production area.

As an operator for your production plant you work in a team on a shift schedule (early and late shifts). Your main focus is operating the production machines but you also proactively coordinate with your teammates on a variety of support all areas you keep an eye out for potential improvements regarding process parameters work instructions as well as machine and infrastructure conditions.

• Independent operation monitoring and cleaning of your production plant

• Coordinating and supporting the supply of necessary raw materials and the production of intermediates.

• Teamwork with the industrialization team to fine-tune the process parameters

• Precise execution and documentation of work instructions & in-process controls

• Support trouble shooting of out-of-spec (OOS) productions in collaboration with the Quality & Development Team

• Troubleshooting and execution of minor repairs & maintenance work

• Process and plant optimization including reduction of waste within the framework of LEAN and Shop floor management

• Compliance with our safety quality and hygiene standards

• Completed training with a Swiss Federal Certificate of Competence (EFZ) ideally as a polymechanic production mechanic plant operator or in a comparable technical profession.
  Alternatively: training as baker chef or similar profession combined with technical training or work experience as a plant operator.

• 35 years of professional experience in GMP-regulated production environment in the food cosmetics or pharmaceutical industries or in related fields (e.g. dairy/cheese paints/coatings engine oils etc.).

• Strong technical understanding and enjoyment of operating maintaining and optimizing state-of-the-art equipment.

• Willingness to work in shifts (early and late).

• Team-oriented and communicative working style within process teams and shop floor management.

• Ability and enjoyment of self-organization.

• High awareness of safety hygiene and quality standards.

• Enthusiasm for building something new or continuously improving existing processes.

• Very good English (B2) is a must good German skills (B1) is a plus.

• Category B driving license.

• Proficiency in Office 365 (Teams SharePoint Outlook Word and Excel).

• Forklift license is a plus.

• First aid training is a plus.

What we are offering:

• Salary of CHF54k pa.

• 5 weeks of vacation.

• Working with a highly skilled and passionate team.

• The opportunity to participate in building a business that is entirely new. With novel products and unique technology. We are opening new markets working with world-class companies as customers.

• You will help solidify and improve our processes.

Application: Please apply on our webpages Career Site Microcaps(at)ch -- career