Overview
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As part of the LBDS team, you will work in partnership with on-site EMEA Operations and the Lallemand Biofuels & Distilled Spirits team to deliver key initiatives to improve business performance and ensure quality and excellence in our products. You will help ensure improvements are standardized and sustained through collaboration with Team Leaders across site and the wider business. You will engage with daily operational teams, provide laboratory analysis to advance performance improvement opportunities, and support multidisciplinary teams through troubleshooting and promoting Lean manufacturing principles.
Responsibilities
* Conduct non-routine analysis of in-process materials, raw materials and finished products.
* Interpret, analyze, and communicate results to relevant departments.
* Generate, maintain and update existing standard operating procedures and test methods.
* Maintain accurate and detailed records of all testing performed.
* Facilitate plant and process problem solving.
* Be a functional partner to the shift managers in applying appropriate tools and methodologies (e.g. Loss & Waste analysis, RCPS, DMAIC).
* Maintain and promote the highest standards of Health & Safety.
Technical skills
* Required – Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
* Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Proficient in the use of data analysis software
* Degree in Science, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
* Experience in QA or laboratory environment
* Experience in food or beverage production environment
Assets
* Experience with statistical analysis and quality control charting
* Skills to utilize manufacturing excellence tools and techniques (e.g. 5S, setup time reduction, Lean six sigma, Autonomous and Reliability centered Maintenance)
Personal abilities
* Enthusiasm for biotechnology, fermentation and science
* Results-focused “can do” attitude
* Self-starter with resilience and flexibility
Additional assets
* Demonstrates commitment to the company and site values and behaviours
* Full, clean driving license
General criteria
* Must be able to live and work in the UK
Organization
Lallemand is a privately held Canadian company founded in the late 19th century, which develops, produces, and markets microorganisms for various markets. The administrative offices of the parent company are in Montreal, Canada. Today, Lallemand employs more than 5,000 people working in more than 45 countries on 5 continents. Lallemand Biofuels & Distilled Spirits is a leading fermentation ingredients supplier for both the bioethanol and distilled spirits markets. Our clients depend on Lallemand ingredients for their fermentation processes as well as consulting and training services for those sectors. Supported by an extensive network of warehouses, Lallemand Biofuels & Distilled Spirits\' main office is located in the United States, with satellite branches worldwide. In both the biofuel and spirits industries, the team behind the operation demonstrates an unparalleled sense of innovation, aiming to provide the best possible quality of fermentation.
Accommodations during the hiring process will be provided. Applicants should make their needs known in advance.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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