Overview
Process Technology Lead role at Kerry Dairy Ireland, Menstrie fermentation facility with hundreds of unit operations and SKUs. Requisition ID: 60095. Position Type: FT Permanent.
You will be a thought-leader in fermentation technology, with core expertise in fermentation engineering and yeast physiology. You will work across cross-functional teams spanning Manufacturing, Process Sciences, Supply Chain, Finance and R&D. A key deliverable is to define and track KPIs and oversee continuous improvement programs to ensure industry-leading fermentation performance. You will lead and participate in new product and process technology projects, coordinate product introductions and commercialization, and participate in innovative interdepartmental and global teams. Lead and/or participate in RCAs as needed.
About Kerry: Kerry is the world\'s leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries. We partner with customers to create healthier, tastier, and more sustainable products. Our safety culture emphasizes that everyone goes home safely every day and that safety protocols are followed.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Develop end to end expertise of all process technology deployed at our Menstrie manufacturing location
* Be a thought leader for fermentation technology to define and shape continuous improvement strategies through deep expertise in fermentation engineering and microbial physiology
* Define KPIs for each onsite fermentation process and lead projects to drive continuous improvement
* Lead a team of Process Technologists to maintain and communicate control charts of fermentation KPIs to identify improvement opportunities
* Lead and support optimisation initiatives to increase yield, reduce cycle time, reduce costs and enhance safety and product quality
* Collect and analyse process data statistically and build models to support decisions
* Provide SME in aseptic design and SIP/CIP systems to reduce contamination and improve bioburden control
* Support downstream operations (centrifugation, filtration, spray drying, evaporation) for reliable, high-performing operations
* Support and execute successful tech transfer to manufacturing partners including SOPs, equipment qualification and training
* Work cross-functionally with R&D A, QA/QC, engineering, production and strain teams; translate requirements into actionable plans
* Mentor and coach junior scientists and technologists
* Maintain rigorous documentation of methods, results and SOPs; contribute to IP capture and patent support
* Demonstrate a strong commitment to lab and process safety and adhere to biosafety, hygienic design and quality standards (BSL-2, GMP, FSMA, HACCP, ISO food-grade)
What You Can Bring To The Role
* Ideally PhD qualified in Biochemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, Fermentation Engineering, or a related technical degree
* Proven industry experience with a strong background in fermentation, biochemical engineering and aseptic design
* Expertise in yeast fermentation highly desired
* Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work with cross-functional teams at multiple levels
* Strong data analysis and statistics background
We welcome candidates who meet most of the requirements and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds.
What We Offer
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, with opportunities for self-growth and career development within one of the world’s leading manufacturers of food and nutrition technology.
Recruitment and Diversity
Kerry is committed to Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes and does not discriminate based on gender, race, or other protected characteristics.
Beware of scams online. Kerry will not solicit candidates via non-Kerry email or video chat for interviews, and will not request payments in the hiring process beyond reimbursable travel expenses.
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