Job description
* process design
* develops, configures and optimizes production processes from inception through to start up and certification, researches and develops new equipment
* drafts technical project objectives by drafting maintenance of capex or improvement project proposals and plans; determines project specifications in line with operations requirements, and performance standards; completes technical studies and prepares cost estimates
* evaluates and validates design alternatives to create optimum designs.
* certifies the technical accuracy of designs and financial business case associated
* process management and troubleshooting
* keeps an oversight of all production processes and supports the day-to-day optimization of the production lines and processes
* assists production staff in troubleshooting in the event of problems; performs root cause analysis in case of (recurring) malfunctions, problems or other issues; suggests solutions to prevent malfunctions from recurring
* monitors the performance of equipment, including regular testing and ensuring maintenance tasks are carried out
* projects
* participates as a team member in a broad capex assignments, or leads project teams in capex projects
* participates in assigned installation and/or process improvement projects, within the project management guidelines.
* ensures successful completion of the assigned project phases within the budgeted time and cost constraints.
* manages the installation and start-up of new process equipment; provides process documentation and operating instructions
* continuous improvement
* continuously evaluates equipment and processes to ensure both efficiency and quality remain high
* identifies and implements improvements to the production systems, processes and practices in order to improve / optimize effectiveness and efficiency of the processes; develops best practices, routines and innovative solutions to improve production rates and quality of output
* technical leadership
* stays abreast of the latest developments in process management
* acts as a technical consultant on production processes; contributes to the development of nutreco technical standards
* compliance
* assures that all process documentation shows and ensures compliance with both internal and external regulations
* performs risk assessments of the equipment and processes being used, covering all aspects from safety, health, food safety and all other hsse standards
* signals potential hazardous and / or unsafe situations, takes appropriate action is case of imminent unsafe situations