Requisition ID: 60095 Position Type: FT Permanent Workplace Arrangement: About the role We have a fantastic opportunity for a Process Technology Lead to join the team at our unique site in Menstrie, a large fermentation facility with hundreds of unit operations and SKU’s. You will be a thought-leader in the field of fermentation technology, with core expertise in fermentation engineering and yeast physiology. Working across cross-functional teams spanning Manufacturing, Process Sciences, Supply Chain, Finance and R&D, a key deliverable of this role is to define and track key-performance indicators (KPIs) and oversee continuous improvement programs to ensure industry-leading fermentation performance. You will lead and participate in new product & process technology projects, coordinate product introductions & commercialization and lead or 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. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier, and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you with opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment. Our Safety purpose: At Kerry, we work together in a caring culture where everybody goes home safely every day. We are committed to providing a safe working environment and ensuring that all safety protocols are strictly followed. Join us in creating a workplace where safety is everyone's responsibility.
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 that helps define and shape continuous improvement strategies and plans through deep expertise in fermentation engineering and microbial physiology. Define KPIs for each fermentation process on site. Launch and oversee projects to drive continuous improvement of KPIs. Lead a team of Process Technologist to maintain and communicate control charts of fermentation KPIs that can be used to identify opportunities for improvement 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 process decisions and continuous improvement. Provide subject matter expertise in aseptic design and SIP and CIP systems to reduce contamination and improve bioburden control Support downstream operations (centrifugation, filtration, spray drying, evaporation) to ensure reliable and high-performing operations. Support and execute successful tech