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Your key responsibilities

• Create a flavor for Beverage and Sweet Goods Application.
• Have knowledge and experience in use of flavor raw materials (Natural and Nature Identical).
• Have knowledge of flavor application.
• Manage the creation and Application projects.
• Ensure proper brief execution. 
• Deployment of BU strategies within the team.
• Ensure the usage and promote of innovation solutions.

We bring

• Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.
• Customer first approach, working with world renowned brands to turn ideas into impactful solutions.
• Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people and the planet by using our technology.
• Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions.

You bring

• Technical background in Food Science / Food Industry / Chemistry (Master) with at least 8 to 15 years of professional experience in a food or flavor industry, preferably having broad knowledge of food industry, with flavor creation skills.    
• A sense of ownership, delivering results that matter and contribute significantly to our success.
• Accountability to decision-making, ensuring alignment with our values and achieving positive outcomes.
• A commitment to teamwork, fostering collaboration and respecting diverse perspectives.    
• A spirit of curiosity, embracing new challenges and pioneering innovative solutions that drive positive change.
• Leading by example, you bring inspiration and open-mindedness, encouraging exploration and new possibilities for growth.
• Fluency in English, any other language would be an asset.

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Job Responsibilites

• Make sure all execution of technical work is carried out in a safe way
• Execute inspection, preventive maintenance and corrective work orders and this register in the maintenance control system.
• Give feedback on all planned and unplanned maintenance activities
• Write equipment breakdown report
• Organize the workplace, documentation and toolboxes according to the 5S standards
• Carry out breakdown analysis and follow up on countermeasures
• Give technical support and training to operators
• Participate in technical improvement teams and propose technical improvements
• Participate fully in equipment breakdown root cause failure analysis
• Execute work orders with the right level of quality and make sure no breakdown time occurs due to maintenance
• Supports the execution of Engineering and Local projects
• Register all activities in ERP system by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations
• Manage daily activities of the warehouse, including quality assurance, inventory control, space management, logistics, floor productivity, shipping, and customer service
• Schedule and oversee warehouse team to meet the demands of the fulfillment center, and manage the flow and quality of work to maximize efficiency and minimize overtime
• Inspect equipment, tools, and machinery regularly, and oversee general maintenance as needed
• Meet regularly with warehouse leads to review, analyze, and develop actionable plans for productivity and loss prevention
• Oversee and manage logistics utilized to transport products to customers and internal facilities, communicating with drivers and air partners to ensure efficient delivery of packages

Job Requirements

• N6 in ElectroMechanical Engineering (Bachelor graduate possible) 
• Trade tested Millwright
• 2 – 3 Maintenance working experience in Food and Beverage Industry
• Intermediate MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, CMMS
• In depth knowledge of PLC, Variable Speed Drives, Motors, Electrical circuits
• In depth knowledge of mechanical drive systems, gearboxes, compressors, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, pumps
• In depth knowledge of Problem-solving tool
• Basic welding skills
• Basic knowledge of HVAC system
• Able to communicate in English
• Technical report writing

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Key responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of developing delivery formats and premix formulations based on customer requirements for assigned countries and multiple segments, considering local or regional regulations as well as initiating ideas and developing new product concepts based on customer projects or business strategy.
• Maintain created formulas and relevant information for production and quality. Perform and support day to day formulation tasks as required and identify and actively pursue ad hoc projects for continuous improvement of formulation.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to proactively innovate new project concepts. Maintain close collaboration with sales & marketing team, their projects, and customers in realizing business opportunities and offering technical support.
• Deliver presentations on formulation and application related topics in various countries within the region.
• Act as coach and trainer for others team members and as driver for knowledge management (share expertise, provide training…).
• Effectively communicate, provide Technical guidance and collaborate with cross functional teams including, Quality, Marketing, Production Regulatory Affairs, relevant External Stakeholders, and customers

We bring:

• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset.
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally.
• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose.
• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome.
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity.
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future.

You bring:

• Minimum BSc level or equivalent in science / technical Discipline: preferably Food Science or Technology
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in a similar position
• Experiences with product solutions for multiple DSM HNC’s business segments (Medical Nutrition, Dietary Supplement, Nutrition Improvement and Early Life Nutrition)
• Knowledge of general GMP and food safety systems
• Willing to travel into Africa, Middle East, and European countries.
• Expanded customer skills and Advanced Project Management skills.
• Soft skills: Good and adaptive communication style (verbal and written English); Solution-oriented and proactive way of working; Self-Driven and Self-Organized (including Self-Management); Strong time-management skills; Able to work in a multicultural and interdisciplinary team.