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).

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.

For more information, please feel free to contact Morgane Cayuela at morgane.cayuela@axepta.com