You will have two direct reports (chemists/technologists) and report to the Chief Production Officer (CPO) based in Vojens, Denmark. Your main responsibilities will include: Own the chemistry of our solid propellants – develop, document, and validate all fuel formulations and recipe control standards Define and maintain critical process parameters (temperature, mixing time, vacuum, catalysts, etc.) and ensure robust process windows from lab scale to full-scale production Lead and manage the analytical laboratory: raw material testing, in-process testing, test methodologies, calibration, documentation, and data traceability Drive recipe change control – plan and execute pilot batches, validation, and transfer to production, including updates of SOPs and work instructions Conduct root-cause analysis in collaboration with Process Engineering and Maintenance to address recurring defects, quality deviations and process instability Ensure full batch traceability and strong HSE practices for hazardous materials (classification, storage, transport, and safe handling) Collaborate closely with Quality Control to define sampling plans, acceptance criteria and CAPA activities (Corrective and Preventive Actions) Contribute to supplier qualification and material approval, including definition and verification of technical specifications Continuously improve yield, scrap rate and recipe cost through optimization of formulations and process parameters Maintain and prepare documentation for ISO, AQAP and defense-quality audits related to chemical operations Lead, coach, and develop your team of chemists and technologists and help build a strong safety- and quality-driven culture on site We are looking for an experienced and hands-on chemical leader who thrives in a high-tech, safety-critical production environment and enjoys building something new.
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For example, we offer you comprehensive company health management, parent-child offices (from 2023) and support you in leasing your eBike through our partner Jobrad! We attach great importance to work-life balance.
For example, we offer you comprehensive company health management, parent-child offices (from 2023) and support you in leasing your eBike through our partner Jobrad! We attach great importance to work-life balance.
For example, we offer you comprehensive company health management, parent-child offices (from 2023) and support you in leasing your eBike through our partner Jobrad! We attach great importance to work-life balance.
For example, we offer you comprehensive company health management, parent-child offices (from 2023) and support you in leasing your eBike through our partner Jobrad! We attach great importance to work-life balance.
Qualifications and Experience: Educated to higher level Proactive manager capable of assessing and costing new business opportunities Knowledge of marketing strategies Previous experience in senior management roles Demonstrable experience in business development People management and development Experience in fertility clinics - desirable but not essential Skills, Abilities and Personal Qualities: Contract negotiation skills, capable of negotiating effectively with new business leads Able to interpret financial statements and improve business profitability Able to improve financial reporting systems and analysis Able to work with the senior management team to drive the business forward Excellent leadership, organisation and communication skills Adept at using MS Office, especially Word and Excel Be able to properly manage teams and employees Able to delegate responsibilities Resourceful, inventive and self-confident Flexible and self-motivated Natural team player High level of resilience Salary: Competitive (Depending on experience) Location: TFP Simply Fertility - Chelmsford Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week Pension: Dual contribution pension scheme Holiday Entitlement: 27 Days + Bank holidays (pro rata)