Job title – Field Technician
Location – Dalry, United Kingdom (On site)
We have several vacancies for Field Technicians on the site. Depending on requirements these positions could be in Vitamin C or Vitamin B5.
Key Responsibilities
* Following Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) when conducting all work;
* Completion of all paperwork to good documentation standard;
* Execution of safety, food safety and quality controls in adherence with site procedures;
* Cleaning process equipment and plant as required and preparing/charging raw materials for the entire process;
* Monitoring laboratory and other relevant process related results; taking the appropriate action to ensure that products and intermediates meet specification; coordinating the shutdown of plant and equipment based on instruction or observation Conducting specified laboratory tasks, analyzing, recording and interpreting results;
* Sensory process observations in the field (e.g. level interfaces, colours, sounds etc.);
* Inspecting the equipment in the field to ensure that it is working properly according to specified operating parameters (leaks, pressure, temperature, levels etc.) in the context of the production process;
* Checking that equipment, pumps, fittings, safety devices, valves, etc. are in good condition and reporting non-conformities to the control room operator and carrying out repairs and maintenance (e.g. changing gaskets, lubrication, minor maintenance, splitting flanges, changing valves etc.);
* Note: the plant & equipment the operators work with can be located at various heights from floor level to ceiling level therefore there is a requirement to climb ladders and stairs to access mezzanine areas;
* Monitoring, controlling and managing processes from the control room using the DCS system to ensure key operating parameters remain within the defined operating window and where appropriate, taking every opportunity to communicate any improvement suggestions
* Assisting maintenance personnel on maintenance tasks;
* Writing and issuing work permits;
* Solving non-routine problems in the Control room and in the field;
* Preparing and participating in shift handovers including detailed explanations for deviations from key operating parameters; performing the role of data recorder to support the asset utilization work process;
* Driving forklift trucks/electric pallet trucks.
We offer
* A workplace with a strong focus on the work environment and a positive atmosphere.
* A motivating and professional work setting within a highly skilled and successful team.
* A position offering the opportunity to develop your skills and quickly expand your area of responsibility, based on demonstrated performance.
* Many opportunities for learning and development, both in technical and personal areas.
* A full-time position with a salary aligned with your qualifications.
You Bring
* Successful candidates will preferably have a minimum of 2 years' relevant industrial manufacturing experience.
* An NVQ/SVQ Level 2 or equivalent Modern Apprenticeship in a relevant related subject would be desirable for this position.
* Candidates must demonstrate a willingness to work towards Further Education as they will be expected to achieve a level 3 City and Guilds qualification and the relevant SVQ within 2/3 years.
* Other essential behaviors are flexible, good communication and problem-solving skills.
* Candidates are required to be physically fit as the job is of a repetitive manual nature and there is a requirement to be able to lift loads up to 25kg.
About dsm-firmenich
At dsm-firmenich, we don't just meet expectations – we go beyond them.
From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it's fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that's better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.
And while you're making a difference, we'll make sure you're growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They're essential to our future.
Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.
Our application process
Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal ).
Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement
At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.
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