We are looking for a: R&D TECHNICIAN
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VAARTSTRAAT 220
OELEGEM, 2520
Belgium
Permanent contract
Work in your element
At Oleon, we bring you natural chemistry. Ambitious, with both feet on the ground. That's who we are and that's how we will continue to grow. Our specialty lies in converting natural fats and oils into a wide range of oleochemical products. We offer them in a large variety of markets such as: cosmetics, nutrition, crop protection, industrial ingredients, lubricants, oilfield, coatings, detergents, and many more.
Oleon has over 1,000 employees worldwide in 10 different countries. Enthusiastic people who are completely in their element here at Oleon are more than welcome to join our team.
As a R&D TECHNICIAN, you play a key role intesting, refining, and scaling up new chemical processes, both in thelaboratory and at our pilot plant. In this varied role, you combinetheoretical knowledge with hands-on work, contributing directly to thedevelopment of innovative processes.
Your responsibilities:
1. You prepare, conduct, monitor, and analyse laboratory syntheses and pilot productions to develop new products and processes.
2. You draft experimental protocols and ensure they are meticulously followed.
3. You carry out laboratory and pilot trials, including loading materials, taking samples, and monitoring process parameters.
4. You critically analyse test results and report your findings to the R&D team.
5. You manage stock levels and oversee administrative processes to ensure timely availability of materials and raw ingredients.
6. You contribute to process optimization and troubleshoot issues in the pilot plant by actively seeking improvements and efficiencies.
7. You maintain a proactive approach to safety and cleanliness in your working environment.
8. You hold a bachelor's degree in a chemical field or an A2 diploma with experience in (organic) chemistry or process technology. Knowledge of oleochemistry, heterogeneous catalysis, or biocatalysis is an advantage.
9. You have a strong passion for chemistry and synthesis processes.
You feel comfortable working in a laboratory environment and are willing to perform physical tasks in the pilot plant.
10. You have a hands-on approach and enjoy taking initiative.
11. You have a keen eye for detail when conducting analyses and recording results.
You are willing to work in an early-late shift system for 20% of your time, depending on the pilot planning.
12. You possess strong analytical skills, a critical mindset, and an open attitude.
13. You communicate effectively and have a strong command of Dutch or English, with French as a bonus.
Next to your skills, it is your drive and motivation that will make all the difference!
Your benefits:
Youwill join a company with ambitious goals and a welcoming atmosphere. Both yourpersonal development and work-life balance are equally important to us. You canexpect an attractive salary and leave scheme with up to 40 additional (ADV)leave days, along with numerous benefits such as meal vouchers, CAO90, andoptions for bicycle lease plans. Additionally, we provide a solid insuranceplan that you can rely on.
Oleon is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that embraces all forms of diversity. We ensure equal opportunities in our recruitment and integration processes and ensure that you can be yourself in our professional environment.
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Oleon is a business unit of Avril, the industrial and financial leader in the French vegetable oil and protein sector.
Avril is present in consumer food, animal nutrition and expertise, renewable energy and chemistry, with a recorded revenue of 8 billion euro across 19 countries in 2023. The Group focuses its growth on a unique value-sharing model.
Avril and its 7 300 employees, driven by its purpose, "Serving the Earth", are committed to addressing climate change and population growth challenges.
Joining Avril means choosing to work in a company that harmoniously brings together performance and responsibility, innovation and humbleness, the group and individuals. Avril: there is another way.