Chemical Production Engineer

Job title - Chemical Production Engineer (72730)

Location – La Plaine, Geneva, Switzerland

Job model – On site

We are looking for a highly driven and motivated:

Chemical Production Engineer

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated. 

Key Responsibilities:

Optimize and improve production processes and assets of a production workshop (safety improvements, yield increase, reduction of batch cycle time, improvement of robustness and quality, development of assets for new products, retrofitting, etc.).
Monitor closely the performance of the production processes of the sector, and if needed, lead projects to correct deviations.
Keep up to date Standard Operation Procedures, in close collaboration with the Workshop Leader (feedback from operators) and Chemical Production Scientist.
Drive investment projects, from an accurate definition of requirements to delivery of business value at project completion.
Keep risk analysis of assets up to date and participate in Product Risk Analysis.
Write and update automated recipes.
Maintain and improve technical documents.
Provide training to team on technical matters and process safety.

We bring:

Being part of an interdisciplinary team of industry-leading experts with a state-of-the-art equipped production facility.
A diversity of exciting projects related to foods and fragranced products.
The opportunity to work for a highly socially company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose.
Career development opportunities with great opportunities to learn and grow.
To be part of a company shaping a strong legacy through breakthrough industrial innovations and technology.

You Bring:

Degree in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering. Masters is a plus.

At least five years of experience in fine chemicals industry, preferentially in production (including experience in process transfer).
QHSE leadership and skills.
Strong soft skills: communication and interpersonal skills (situational intelligence), ability to share knowledge, work collectively and inspire others (out-of-the box mindset).
Language: French - spoken and written, English - spoken and written.

The application process:

Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume via our career portal.

Equal Opportunities Commitment:

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate, there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

About dsm-firmenich:

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

www.dsm-firmenich.com

Agency Statement:

Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.