Site and Operations Director
Aker BioMarine
- Frist Snarest
- Ansettelsesform Fast
Do you want to be the driving force behind our site’s success, overseeing all operational activities?
Aker BioMarine is a leading biotechnology company developing krill-derived products for consumer health and wellness and animal nutrition. The company has a strong position in its industry.
In Aker BioMarine we believe in a world where everyone has access to quality nutrition and good health without compromising the planet.
We are looking for more people like us, who believe they can make a difference in the world.
We are about 450 employees globally, with more than 40 nationalities, spread across all time zones and most continents. Together, we form an international, high performing, diverse and fun work environment.
Working with us means you appreciate diversity, are highly skilled within your field and can cope with unexpected situations. You enjoy a fast pace, tolerate quick decisions and continuously ongoing changes. You are a true team player who “chips in” when the situation requires so.
Lead Our Cutting-Edge Operations as a Site and Operations Director
Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for operational excellence and leadership? As the Site and Operations Director, you will be the driving force behind our site’s success, overseeing all operational activities including production at our launch plant, R&D operations, and quality control. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring safety, food safety, quality, operational efficiency, and financial performance.
What you will do:
Community Ambassador: Represent our site to local and regional authorities, site owner, neighbors, and other stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and a positive community presence.
Safety Leader: Champion a culture of safety, ensuring all site activities comply with regulatory requirements and best practices.
Team Builder: Lead, develop, and inspire a dedicated operational team of 8-15 FTE, alongside shared resources, fostering a high-performance culture.
Integrator: Ensure seamless integration with AKBM headquarters and functions, leveraging resources efficiently and cost-effectively.
Quality Advocate: Develop and enforce compliance with key systems for safety, food safety, and operational excellence.
Operational Planner: Strategically plan and organize staffing, supplies, and services to optimize launch plant operations.
R&D Collaborator: Work closely with the Understory R&D team to define, execute, and evaluate launch plant test and production activities.
Day-to-Day Manager: Oversee daily operations, ensuring smooth and efficient workflows.
Financial Steward: Establish and manage the site budget, driving financial performance.
Performance Enhancer: Develop and implement strategies to continuously improve operational effectiveness.
Reporter: Organize comprehensive reporting on safety, food safety, and operational performance metrics.
To take on this role, we believe you have:
- MSc in Food Technology, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in manufacturing/production management, with a focus on handling, separation, and modification processes in food ingredients, chemicals, personal care, or pharmaceuticals.
- Proven leadership and team-building skills, with a track record of coaching and developing teams.
- Extensive experience with safety, food safety, and quality management systems.
- Preferred: Expertise in separation processes (decanters, centrifuges, membrane filtration, ion exchange).
For more information about the position or process, please contact Hanne Bache (+47 92 28 43 75)
About Aker BioMarine:
Aker BioMarine develops bioactive ingredients for use in the nutraceutical, aquaculture and animal feed market. Its fully traceable value chain stretches from sustainable krill harvesting operations in Antarctica through the logistics hub in Montevideo to its state-of-the-art factory in Houston and all the way to its customers around the world.
SuperbaTM Krill is a pure form of omega-3s that are more easily absorbed by the human body, providing health benefits, including boosting heart, brain, and joint health.
QRILLTM Aqua is a functional feed ingredient for shrimp, marine fish, and salmonids, increasing productivity in aquaculture - through improved growth, health and quality.
QRILLTM Pet is a functional ingredient for pet nutrition with documented health benefits for companion animals. Proven in numerous studies to benefit pet health, the omega-3s help maintain the health of the heart, kidneys, liver, joints, brain, eyes, skin and coat.
UnderstoryTM is a premium marine protein peptide ingredient from Antarctic krill.
FloraMarine is a plant-based, marine source of DHA omega-3 from algae, offering the highest natural concentration of algae DHA on the market today. DHA is widely known to be vital for brain and eye health, as well as early life nutrition.
LYSOVETA TM is a new dietary supplement product from Aker BioMarine, specifically targeting brain health. It contains essential nutrients including LPC-bound EPA and DHA, which are important for long-term brain health and function, across the whole lifespan.
What you can expect from working in Aker BioMarine:
You can expect a lot of challenges in an fast paced environment. In return we promise you will be part of a fun and exciting journey. If you show initiative and desire for more responsibility, we will give it to you and support you along the way. We strongly believe that our team of people want to do their best. All in the spirit of being the leading company in our industry and always striving to raise the bar.
Om arbeidsgiveren
Aker BioMarine develops krill-based bioactive ingredients for use in the nutraceutical, aquaculture and animal feed market. Its fully traceable value chain stretches from sustainable krill harvesting operations in Antarctica through the logistics hub in Montevideo to its state-of-the-art factory in Houston and all the way to its customers around the world.
Founded: 2006
Nationalities: 42
- Sektor: Privat
- Sted: Anolitveien 1-3, 1400 Ski
- Bransje: Fiskeri og oppdrett, Forskning, utdanning og vitenskap, Matvareproduksjon og -industri
- Stillingsfunksjon: Produksjon
- FINN-kode 359071120
- Sist endret