Associate Manager,

Are you ready for a new beginning?

We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.

Our purpose points the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity's biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It's how we've gotten so far. And it's how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.

We're here to better our world with biology.

Join us as our new Associate Manager  

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Associate Manager to join our Spray plant at site Fuglebakken in Copenhagen. In this role, you will lead a team of approximately 10 employees, consisting of highly skilled operators and technicians. Your team is responsible for the spray drying of a wide range of food grade enzymes.

As Associate Manager, your responsibilities will include driving employee development, implementing systematic problem-solving approaches, optimizing processes, and ensuring smooth and efficient production operations.

While our production operates 24/7, this position is a daytime role. You will work closely with the other Associate Managers in the department and collaborate with managers, technicians, operators, and chemists across the site to ensure seamless coordination and performance.

Welcome to Fuglebakken, Copenhagen, part of Regional Enzyme Manufacturing, Europe

Fuglebakken consists of three production departments: Spray, Recovery and Fermentation. On site there is also a dedicated maintenance department and employees from logistics and planning. At Fuglebakken, a wide range of food grade enzymes are produced for a variety of industries. All production is performed in accordance with GMP. The site is known for its relatively small size and the informal tone, across job functions and departments.

In this role you'll make an impact by:

• Maintaining an overview, following up on team performance, and setting a clear direction for the team

• Leading and motivating the team to complete tasks correctly in a complex environment

• Developing employees and ensuring engagement through visible and present leadership

• Ensuring compliance with GMP, company policies and procedures

• Demonstrating proactivity and ensuring a robust and efficient production line

To succeed you must:

• Have a relevant educational background, e.g., a Bachelor's degree in Technology Management and Marine Engineering or a Master's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Pharmacy, or a related field

• Have solid management experience

• Demonstrate strong leadership and interpersonal skills

• Have several years of production experience, preferably in biotechnology production

• Possess knowledge of GMP and LEAN principles

Why Join Us?

We offer a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package. You will have opportunities for career advancement and professional growth, allowing you to develop your skills and progress in your career. Additionally, you will work in a supportive and innovative environment that encourages collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.

Application deadline: 28 December 2025.

Contact details: For further information please contact Senior Department Manager Christian Muff-Westergaard on

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today

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