In één oogopslag
- Taken: Ondersteun de dagelijkse operaties van onze pilot plant en help bij productproeven.
- Bedrijf: Een innovatief bedrijf in de voedingsindustrie met een focus op duurzaamheid.
- Voordelen: Leuke werkomgeving, hands-on ervaring en kansen voor persoonlijke groei.
- Overige informatie: Dynamische omgeving met ruimte voor creativiteit en samenwerking.
- Waarom deze baan: Werk aan spannende innovaties in de zuivel- en plantaardige sector.
- Kwalificaties: MBO-niveau in laboratoriumtechnologie of voedseltechnologie, ervaring is een plus.
Het verwachte salaris ligt tussen 28350 - 34650 € per jaar.
About the role
We’re looking fora hands-on and detail-oriented Pilot Plant Assistant to join our Applied Innovation team.
In this role, you’ll play a key part in supporting the daily operations of our pilot plant, helping bring exciting dairy and plant-based dairy innovations to life.
From preparing and supporting product trials to maintaining raw material stocks and ensuring a safe, hygienic, and well-organized working environment, you’ll be an essential contributor to our product development activities.
If you enjoy working in a dynamic food innovation environment and take pride in operational excellence, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Responsibilities
- Support the Pilot Plant Technologist in the day-to-day operation of the pilot plant, including preparation of equipment, materials, and workspace for planned trials.
- Assist in the execution of trials according to pre-defined trial plans or SOPs, including availability and preparation of raw materials, packaging materials, and consumables, as well as equipment operation, analysis support, and cleaning.
- Carry out cleaning and housekeeping of the pilot plant according to implemented standard operating procedures, ensuring the plant is maintained in a clean, organized, and compliant state at all times.
- Support stock management activities for regular raw materials, packaging materials, and consumables, including monitoring stock levels, shelf-life, and correct storage conditions.
- Provide supportive assistance for equipment preventive and corrective maintenance activities, as directed by the Pilot Plant Technologist.
- Contribute to the safe operation of the pilot plant by following all applicable safety procedures and reporting any unsafe conditions or incidents to the Pilot Plant Technologist.
- Support the hygienic operation of the pilot plant, including monitoring and compliance with the PRP program and HACCP plan under the guidance of the Pilot Plant Technologist.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the pilot plant, such as 5S implementation and stock management improvements, as directed. - Perform relevant analyses using standardized and validated methods, and occasionally operate pilot plant equipment independently where competence and authorization have been established.
About you
- MBO level 3–4 in laboratory technology, food technology, process technology, or a related field.
- Practical experience in a laboratory, pilot plant, or production environment is a plus.
- Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene standards, including HACCP and PRP.
- Hands-on, reliable, and detail-oriented; able to follow procedures accurately and consistently.
- Comfortable working in a structured, process-driven environment with a proactive attitude toward maintaining order and cleanliness.
- Flexible and willing to support a variety of operational tasks in a dynamic work environment.
- Good communication skills and a collaborative team-oriented mindset.
- Fluent English, Dutch is highly desired
Contact and information
Please apply through our career portal.
Pilot Plant Assistant in Zaandijk werkgever: AAK
AAK is een toonaangevende werkgever die innovatie, technologie en duurzaamheid hoog in het vaandel heeft staan. Werken in Zaandijk biedt je de kans om deel uit te maken van een internationaal team dat zich richt op continue verbetering en ontwikkeling, met volop mogelijkheden voor persoonlijke groei en professionele opleidingen. In een inclusieve en veilige werkomgeving krijg je de ruimte om je technische vaardigheden verder te ontwikkelen en bij te dragen aan de betrouwbaarheid van onze productieprocessen.
