Medior Pre-treatment Technician

We are looking for a versatile pre-treatment/processing technician to join our team!

About us

NoPalm Ingredients produces yeast oils & fats, made from agri-food waste streams that are perfect substitutes to palm and other vegetable oils in food, cosmetics, and home care products. Our products offer a two-sided solution that reduces both the use of palm oil and food waste.

Founded in 2021, NoPalm Ingredients is on a mission to challenge companies and product manufacturers to implement our local, circular, and sustainable oils as an alternative to palm oil.

By upcycling agri-food side streams into circular yeast oils, we are making a worldwide environmental impact, contributing to a waste-free world, decarbonizing the entire value chain with 90% less greenhouse gas emissions, and limiting the impact on natural habitats as we reduce land-use by 99%.

About the role

Are you a versatile processing Technician with a solid understanding of substrate pre-treatment, fermentation, and downstream processing? Do you have a knack for both enzymatic and chemical processes and enjoy working in a dynamic environment? If so, this might be the perfect role for you!

The main focus of the role is to:

• Conduct pre-treatment of substrates using enzymatic and chemical methods to maximize unlocking of fermentable sugars
• Develop and optimize solids handling operations such as solids, grinding, grading, for effective pre-treatment.

In addition, the role involves the following activities:

• Perform separation processing, including filtration, separation, and purification
• Utilize HPLC/GC for analysis and quality control of processed materials
• Collaborate with R&D teams to optimize processes and improve efficiency

About you

You are a proactive and self-motivated individual who thrives in collaborative team settings. Your meticulous attention to detail ensures high-quality results in all your work. You have a genuine passion for the foodtech industry and sustainability, driving you to contribute meaningfully to our mission. More specifically, we are looking for someone who has:

• 3-7 years of experience in a similar role within biotechnology or related industry
• Strong understanding (mastery) of pre-treatment methods and technologies
• Knowledge of fermentation and downstream processing technologies
• Familiarity with HPLC/GC techniques and data interpretation
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently as well as in a team
• Fluent in English, solid understanding of Dutch

We value diversity and believe that our team's unique perspectives and experiences make us stronger. While we may have listed specific requirements for this role, we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We are looking for individuals who are passionate, driven, and excited about the opportunity to join us on our mission. Don't let a lack of exact qualifications hold you back from applying - we are excited to learn more about you and what you can bring to the table!

What's in it for you?

• Being part of a fast-growing purpose-driven start-up where you can make an impact from day 1
• Competitive salary
• Participation in our Stock Appreciation Rights (SARs) plan
• 25 days of vacation allowance
• Commuting allowance
• Pension plan
• Flexibility in working from home / working in the office
• Team outings and monthly get-together’s
• Great coffee