Department Manager Product & Process Development US

Interested in a career that matters

Are you ready to lead process optimization work with global impact across cultures and biosolutions In this role you will join the center of excellence for process technology in Process and Product Development (PPD) supporting product and process optimizations for Living Active Bacteria cultures across Dairy Human Health Meat Yeast and Animal Health.

As Manager Process Optimization US you will help connect Product and Process Development Operations manufacturing sites and key cross-functional partners to deliver measurable improvements across the culture value chain.

The role & your impact

As Manager Process Optimization US you will lead a team of 5 to 10 scientists specialists and/or project managers focused on process optimization production support and continued development of LAB culture-related processes.

This is a global role with responsibility for Culture LABs in the US based primarily in the West Allis/Milwaukee office and with close collaboration across Product and Process Development Operations and commercial and quality interfaces.

Your key responsibilities in this role

• Lead develop and support a team of 5-10 scientists specialists and/or project managers creating clarity focus and strong team development.

• Own and drive the optimization portfolio in close collaboration with the team and leadership team ensuring progress and measurable results.

• Drive process optimization initiatives and support production processes across laboratory and production site environments.

• Collaborate with CMO Business Management Product Management Team local Production and Product and Process Development on product portfolio and performance.

• Provide scientific direction and support to site scientists in process optimization-related projects.

• Build strong cross-functional cooperation across Novonesis including interfaces such as Commercial Development Innovation QC IT Global Engineering and Corporate Quality Management.

What youll need to be successful in this role

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Microbiology Biotechnology Bioprocessing or a related field.

• 5 years of experience in LAB culture-related roles.

• Strong knowledge of LAB production processes and optimization techniques.

• Proven ability to lead and manage diverse teams effectively.

• Strong project management skills including planning organization and time management.

• Excellent problem-solving analytical communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional skills & interests we value

• A Ph.D. in Microbiology Biotechnology Bioprocessing or a related field.

• Proficiency in process optimization tools or software.

• Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma principles.

• Experience working across global teams manufacturing sites and cross-functional stakeholder groups.

What we offer you

You will be part of a global function with significant business impact across Product and Process Development and Operations.

You will work in a collaborative environment that connects PPD manufacturing sites Operations and key partners across the culture value chain giving you the opportunity to influence optimization work across multiple LAB culture areas.

You will also have the opportunity to lead and develop a team of scientific experts while contributing to solutions rooted in biology that support Novonesis purpose.

Working conditions

• Role is based in West Allis WI (Hybrid)

• Travel is expected approximately twice per year

Compensation & Benefits

• Expected base salary: $dependent on experience

• 401(k) with up to a 9% company contribution

• Minimum of 3 weeksofvacation plus 12 holidays and 2 weeks of Wellness Time

• Health Dental Vision & Life insurance

• Healthcare savings accountoption

• Employeeassistanceprogram

• Parental leave

• Tuition reimbursement

• All benefits begin on your first day

Application deadline: August 26 2026

Our purpose guides 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. If our purpose resonates with you we encourage you to apply.

Opportunities for everyone

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.

We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds including ethnicity religion gender sexual orientation age disability or veteran status.

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