For the Rousselot Pilot Plant in Ghent – supporting and improving operational processes across several plants – we are looking for a Pilot Manager who will lead a small team of technicians and combine people and stakeholder management with strong process engineering expertise. As Pilot Manager, you will:

- Take overall responsibility for the Pilot Plant department, working closely with Operations to optimise production processes.
- Lead the day-to-day Pilot Plant operations, coordinate Pilot Plant projects and report on their progress and results.
- Manage and coach the Pilot Plant team, supporting both their professional performance and personal development.
- Strive for technical excellence by providing support to Operations where required and actively contributing to Pilot Plant trials.
- Contribute to technical and economic feasibility assessments for new technologies and processes.
- Work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, HSE and R&D; in the execution of Pilot Plant projects.
- Collaborate with other sites, suppliers, external laboratories and partners.
- Report to the General Pilot Plant Manager

Requirements

- Master degree in (bio)chemical, bio- or food engineering




- Several years of experience in process engineering in the process industry, preferable with scale-up activities & process optimization
- Experience in leading projects and/or managing a technical team.
- You enjoy combining leadership responsibilities with strong technical expertise.
- You enjoy working closely with Operations and stakeholders at different organisational levels.
- Fluent in English; proficiency in Dutch is a strong advantage.

Offer

- The opportunity to join a healthy, growing global organisation where innovation, sustainability and operational excellence are at the heart of the business.
- A culture of ownership, collaboration, safety and continuous improvement within a dynamic working environment.
- A role with a visible impact on manufacturing performance.
- An attractive salary package including a company car.
- Opportunities for training, professional development and career growth

More information? Please contact Véronique Innegraeve at [email protected] or +32 468 337 007. Interested? Click directly on the ‘Apply’ button.

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