Intern - Production/ Fermentation

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This position will support the production area of fermentation and work closely with the staff. The staff consists of 3 people (team leader, production specialist and process specialist) that support the operators that control the fermentation of the enzymes. The team usually works on problem solving high priorities of the day that are shared during the LEAN board meeting early every day by the operators and issues are escalated as needed. The team needs to work together well, share responsibilities and prioritize the work.

Main Responsibilities:

• Automate analysis of online data comparing supervisory data versus recipe per product 
• Automate overall equipment efficiency data collection and assessment in the fermentation and mixture area
• Dashboard for viewing area results
• Analysis of final fermentation sample in lab
• Update KPIs related to the fermentation area for LEAN board meetings and automate if possible
• Update documentation of the area under supervision
• Ad hoc activities to support the team

Requirements:

• Graduating courses in Bioprocess and Biotechnology Engineer, Chemical Engineer or Production Engineer
• Native Portuguese and advanced English
• Knowledge or affinity with data programming (VBA and/or Python), data analysis and dashboard construction
• Knowledge of LEAN concept and tools
• Office Package especially Excel, Word and Power Point
• Teamwork, proactive, good analytical skills, affinity with programing and data handling, able to work with minimal supervision, good written and spoken communication skills
   

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In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.

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