Pilot Production Technician – Formulation & Scale-Up

For one of our international industrial clients, we are currently looking
Pilot Production Technician – Formulation & Scale-Up
For one of our international industrial clients, we are currently looking for a Pilot Production Technician with expertise in formulation and scale-up, for a 12-month temporary assignment based in Münchwilen (AG).
Pilot Production Technician – Formulation & Scale-Up
Your responsibilities
Working across pilot plant and laboratory environments, you will:
Perform formulation development and scale-up activities in a pilot production setting
Manufacture small-scale batches (field trial samples, GLP batches, process optimization studies)
Prepare, set up, operate, and clean pilot production equipment
Carry out first-line maintenance of pilot plant and laboratory equipment
Contribute to the optimization of processes, equipment, and formulation techniques
Accurately record experimental data and ensure full traceability
You will collaborate closely with engineering and technical teams to plan and execute development trials efficiently.
Environment & requirements
Strict adherence to HSE and quality standards
Participation in process risk assessments
Work across both pilot plant and laboratory environments
Close collaboration with engineering and production teams
Your profile
Technical background in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related field
Experience in pilot plant, chemical production, formulation, or process environments
Solid understanding of process equipment and unit operations
Experience with scale-up or process development
Strong awareness of HSE and quality standards in industrial environments
Ability to work independently, accurately, and in a structured manner
German: minimum B1 level required (must-have)
English: professional level required
Why apply?
This is a great opportunity to join a hands-on technical environment, working at the interface of R&D and production, with real impact on process development and product innovation. jidf083b2aafr jit0416afr jpiy26afr