Production Plant Operator

Microcaps is an ETH Zurichspin-off founded in March 2019. Our unique technology allows us to producehighly precise and innovative microcapsules that empower materials to unlocknew capabilities; all tailored to various markets from cosmetics to nutraceuticaland pharma.

Today, Microcaps technology can be found in a cosmeticskin serum, encapsulated Fine Fragrance products and vegan caviar. Our aim is nowto expand our production capacity and introduce a visionary and sustainablewater-based fine fragrance. Subsequently, we plan to incorporate all-in-onenutrition delivery products into our portfolio. Join us on our mission to bring

Swiss precision to the realm of microencapsulation.

Do you fit oneof the following criteria?

• 3–5years of professional experience in GMP-regulated production environment in the food, cosmetics, or pharmaceutical industries.

OR

• Chemical,engineering or other technical background and a keen interest in production.

Microcaps is currently setting up a production site to scale our novel technology. Thisfirst site will encapsulate fine fragrances and other cosmetic products. Weneed smart committed people with a “can-do attitude” to work in our production area.

As an operator for your production plant, you work in a team on a shift schedule (early andlate shifts). Your main focus is operating the production machines, but youalso proactively coordinate with your teammates on a variety of support  all areas, you keep an eye out for potential improvements regarding process parameters, work instructions, as well as machine and infrastructureconditions.

• Salaryof CHF
  54k pa.
• 5weeks of vacation.
• Working with a highly skilled and passionate team.
• The opportunity to participate in building a business that is entirely new. Withnovel products and unique technology. We are opening new markets working withworld-class companies as customers.
• Youwill help solidify and improve our processes.

• Independent operation, monitoring, and cleaning of your production plant
• Coordinating and supporting the supply of necessary raw materials andthe production of intermediates.
• Teamwork with the industrialization team to fine-tune the process parameters
• Precise execution and documentation of work instructions &in-process controls
• Support trouble shooting ofout-of-spec (OOS) productions in collaboration with the Quality & Development Team
• Troubleshooting and execution of minor repairs & maintenance work
• Process and plant optimization including reduction of waste within the framework of LEAN and Shop floor management
• Compliance with our safety,quality, and hygiene standards

• Completed training with a Swiss Federal Certificate of Competence(EFZ), ideally as a polymechanic, production mechanic, plant operator, orin a comparable technical profession.
  Alternatively: training asbaker, chef, or similar profession combined with technical training orwork experience as a plant operator.
• 3–5 years of professional experience in GMP-regulated production environment in the food, cosmetics, or pharmaceutical industries, or in related fields(e.g., dairy/cheese, paints/coatings, engine oils, etc.).
• Strong technical understanding and enjoyment of operating,maintaining, and optimizing state-of-the‑art equipment.
• Willingness to work in shifts (early and late).
• Team-oriented and communicative working style within process teamsand shop floor management.
• Ability and enjoyment of self-organization.
• High awareness of safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
• Enthusiasm for building something new or continuously improvingexisting processes.
• Very good German (B2+) and good English skills (B1+) are a must.
• Category B driving license.
• Proficiency in Office 365 (Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, Word, and Excel).