Manager, Process Chemist

·         Drive our zero-defect culture through rigorous adherence to SOP’s,

maintaining GMP and environmental standards, and aggressively

identifying and implementing appropriate corrective actions within the

plant.

·         Develop a deep understanding of ingredient and product characteristics

and specifications.

·         Taking ownership of manufacturing processes and providing

manufacturing instructions to operations.

·         Monitor control points in the manufacturing process to ensure that

process is in control and capable and troubleshoot issues if necessary.

·         Evaluate a suite of laboratory analysis outputs to determine appropriate

disposition of materials and processes in a timely fashion.

·         Develop and/or validate manufacturing processes/equipment to ensure

capability to meet product specifications reliably and repeatedly.

·         Develop quality standards, specifications and requirements for primary

packaging, processing aids and production consumables in order to

ensure quality and integrity of products.

·         Manage the introduction of new ingredients, products and processes

(including technology transfer) through the commercialisation process

and carry out all qualifications as required.

·         Schedule or attend pre-commercialisation test run to ensure production

capability

·         Identify through in process monitoring, trending, cycle times, etc.,

opportunities for process/productivity improvement

·         Design, develop, conduct and/or review experiments in order to deliver

new products, evaluate ingredients, product or packaging safety, evaluate

OOS/ correct deviations.

·         Sponsor, facilitate and support continuous improvement activities in

manufacturing and BMS programs.

·         Provide technical support for contingency planning, supply point shifts

and new product introductions.

·         Assist in the re-design, development, roll out and championing of the

Quality and Food safety System.

·         Lead key programs within the Business Management System.

·         Participation in external audits of certified systems and perform internal

audits.

·         Work collaboratively with others to accomplish goals 

·         Support the Company Programmes and culture within the Company.

·         Safeguard and protect all Company information and property.

·         Third level degree in a scientific discipline, preferably Chemistry or Applied Chemistry, chemical/process engineering

·         Greater than 4 years’ experience in a regulated process manufacturing

environment, i.e. pharma, food and beverage, flavour, fragrance, food

ingredients or FMCG

·         Comprehensive Knowledge of Organic Chemistry and ability to interpret

analytical results

·         Experience/Knowledge of engineering principles

·         Knowledge of Beverage Technology

·         Experience of Management (developing and sustaining) of Quality

Systems Programs in a GMP environment

·         Experience of developing and supporting GMP, hygiene and food safety

requirements

·         Experience of participating in external audits and leading and

coordinating internal audit

·         Experience of New Product Introduction and Technology Transfer

·         Knowledge of sensory analysis techniques

·         Excellent problem-solving skills, negotiation and influencing skills

·         Proficiency in written and oral communication skills; especially

presentation skills

- Seeking a proactive individual who demonstrates initiative & takes

ownership of their responsibilities

- Good understanding of SAP, Batching Systems, Processing Equipment

and Technical Software

- Good computer literacy skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and

the ability to quickly adapt to new systems

- Effective organisation and time management skills

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We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.