R&D Technician (m/f/d)

Ohly is one of the world’s leading suppliers of yeast-based specialty ingredients for the global food, fermentation, feed and health market. It is part of the ABF Ingredients group (ABFI), providing specialty ingredients to a variety of segments including Food, Beverage, Nutrition, Feed and Pharma.

Within the model of devolved autonomy operated by ABF, Ohly develops and implements its own strategy and accounts for its own business success. This empowers our people with great freedom and independence. While enjoying all of the benefits and opportunities that belonging to a global group brings, meaning that individuals and teams can make a real difference within this operating culture.

As part of the innovation team at Ohly, we are looking for an R&D Technician (m/f/d) to conduct experiments and analytical work in the laboratory, as well as flexibly support projects within the innovation department.

Your tasks 

• Conducting experiments and analytical work in the laboratory.
• Flexible support for projects within the entire innovation department.
• Cross-team assistance with projects according to experimental plans.
• Diverse laboratory activities:
  • Providing technical support
  • Conducting laboratory tests in coordination with R&D Technologists / Lead Experts / Global R&D Managers (m/f/d)
  • Sampling, preparation, and examination of samples
  • Internal analyses
  • Coordinating external analyses
  • Assisting with the upscaling of processes in the technical center as instructed or in collaboration with the PED department
  • Structured evaluation, assessment, and detailed documentation of results in the laboratory journal or project folders (Teams/Excel)
  • Taking on laboratory duties as part of general laboratory organization, such as cleaning equipment, laboratory cleaning, monitoring testing equipment, waste disposal
  • Creating order requests
  • Participating in project meetings
  • Additional tasks as part of teamwork or as instructed by the supervisor

Your profile

• Professional knowledge corresponding to the training BTA/CTA or comparable education
• Strong ability for daily written documentation of all activities
• Professional knowledge and/or work experience in biotechnological fields
• Basic knowledge of biotechnological processes, such as enzymatic reactions, fermentation, purification processes
• Advanced knowledge in the evaluation of analysis results and their assessment; documentation of results; creation and input of data in reports
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office programs; English in spoken and written form
• Teamwork and strong communication skills
• Analytical understanding and working method
• Understanding of more complex processes
• Solution-oriented and structured approach
• Strong organizational talent and structuring of daily work

What we offer

• Located in the center of Hamburg (connection to public transport)
• Attractive remuneration
• Subsidy for the HVV ProfiTicket
• Flexible working hours
• Opportunity for further training and individual development
• Mobile work possible at times
• Free fruit, water and coffee

Ohly operates based on our values of doing the right thing for our people, customers, and planet. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes colleagues with varied lifestyles, backgrounds, and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our values while innovating and delighting our customers throughout our global communities.  

Are you interested in supporting our Innovations team? Then we look forward to receiving your application, including your earliest possible start date and your salary expectations!