QC Technician

Aker BioMarine is a leading human health and nutrition innovator that develops krill-derived products for consumer health and nutrition. Krill is a natural, powerful, and health-promoting source of nutrients from the pristine waters of Antarctica, and Aker BioMarine has a unique 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 250 employees globally, with more than 25 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.

We're recruiting for a temporary role as QC Technician

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated QC Technician to join our team on a temporary, part-time basis (50%). This role offers practical laboratory work, involvement in a new and exciting project within state-of-the-art facilities, and the potential to contribute to research and development efforts. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring product quality by conducting chemical analyses, supporting production processes, maintaining QC laboratory standards, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

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Key Responsibilities:

Sample Analysis & Reporting:

• Conduct release analyses of finished products and materials used in production, ensuring results comply with specifications and procedures.
• Perform in-process and stability analyses, recording and reporting results according to site standards and documentation systems.

Laboratory Operations:

• Support method verification, validation, and equipment qualification, including maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Maintain QC laboratory housekeeping, follow EHS routines, and manage laboratory supply orders.

Quality Assurance & Compliance:

• Ensure adherence to SOPs, work instructions, methods, protocols, and EHS policies.
• Report deviations, out-of-specification (OOS), and out-of-trend (OOT) results; participate in investigations when relevant.

Support & Development:

• Contribute to R&D, process development, and product development projects.
• Participate in relevant training on analytical methods, equipment use, and documentation systems.

Other Duties:

• Perform other tasks as assigned by management.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field
• Previous experience in a QC laboratory environment preferred
• Experience with analytical chemistry from QC in production, R&D, process development, and/or product development is preferred. However, candidates without relevant work experience may be considered if they have the required education.
• Experience with analytical techniques and equipment such as HPLC, IC, and GC is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of analytical techniques, instrument maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with laboratory safety, GMP, and quality standards
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and reporting skills

Preferred Start Date: 1st of February 2025

Contract Duration: This position will run from February throughout 2025. There is a possibility for continuation beyond this period based on project needs and performance. Additionally, there may be opportunities to increase workload beyond 50% during certain periods depending on operational demands.

Workplace: The QC Technician will work at our plant in Ski, Norway. 

Questions? 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.

Superba™ 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.

QRILL™ Aqua is a functional feed ingredient for shrimp, marine fish, and salmonids, increasing productivity in aquaculture - through improved growth, health and quality.

QRILL™ 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.

Understory™ 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.