Product Development Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician (Product Development)

OLENEX – SPECIALISTS IN EDIBLE OILS

Olenex supplies an extensive portfolio of high-quality soft oils, tropical oils and specialist solutions. Several refineries, located in strategic locations in Europe, produce a wide range of products. Producers, food and non-food, can count on a team of specialists to find a tailor-made ingredient that exactly meets their requirements. In addition to production, trade and purchasing, Olenex is committed to sustainability and building 100% sustainable supply chain management.

Olenex is an international, dynamic and fast-growing organization. The contribution of every employee within our company is distinctive, where every individual can make a difference. We give our people every opportunity to develop and grow, including recognition for initiators. We support potential training and education opportunities.

As part of the Olenex family you can make a real impact in a challenging but highly rewarding environment.

OLENEX – SPECIALISTS IN EDIBLE OIL Olenex is looking for our new location in Zaandam for a Product Development Laboratory Technician!

Last year we opened a new plant for Olenex in Zaandam, with a Experience Centre, a Product Development Laboratory and Packaging line. Customer focus and Innovation are central in this new Product Development laboratory. A pleasant atmosphere and an open and informal organization are also part of this.

As a Laboratory Technician, you and the team are responsible for all specific sample requests from our customers. In collaboration with our Technical Account Managers, we are closely involved in projects for the improvement of new products and processes. We produce these samples in a brand-new product development laboratory by carrying out chemical, sensory and instrumental analyses on products, oils and fats. We also generate these samples by laboratory scale production processes.

You will be part of a team of 3 team members, together you are responsible for all sample and improvement projects for the customer. Within this role you get to work in a very new laboratory with the newest equipment for process and  analyses equipment.

This role gives you the opportunity to grow into an experienced oils and fats technician. If you're looking for the next challenge, now is the time to join #TeamOlenex .

What are your responsibilities?

·       Perform various production processes on laboratory scale;

·       Accurately perform chemical and instrumental analyses such as GC, SFC and various titrations;

·       Accurate mixing and manufacturing of samples in small and larger quantities;

·       Entering analysis data and producing reports/trends in our software system;

·       Carrying out sensory analyses;

·       Label and ship samples professional and neatly to the customer.

What are our requirements?

For this position we are looking for an enthusiastic candidate with the following background:

·       You have an MLO or HLO diploma (analytical chemistry, food technology or equivalent training);

·       You have gained work/internship experience within a development or analytical department, preferably in a food organization;

·       You work well independently as well as in groups;

·       You have a pragmatic and flexible attitude;

·       Preferably experience with edible oils and fats;

·       You know how to combine different tasks;

·       You have good communication skills in Dutch and English.

We offer you:
An excellent package of primary and secondary employment conditions with a salary depending on age and experience.

·       A job within a completely new Product Development laboratory;

·       A new team where you have the opportunity to put your knowledge into practice not only analytically but also process-wise and where you have the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally;

·       Enthusiastic and international colleagues from all over the world (more than 34 nationalities work within Olenex);

·       A 13th month;

·       Travel allowance;

·       30 paid vacation days;

·       Completely contributory pension;

·       Discount on your health insurance;

·       Discount on your fitness subscription.