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 200 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.

Director of Product & Process

As part of the Technology Hub, this role collaborates closely with Manufacturing, Automation, Maintenance, R&D, and Innovation teams to drive data‑enabled optimization and digitalization initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze large‑scale process, equipment, and sensor data using advanced statistical methods, machine learning, and multivariate analysis to identify trends, variability, and root causes.

• Develop data‑driven models to predict process behavior, yield performance, cost drivers, and process capability.

• Establish digital process monitoring systems using tools such as Grafana, JMP, or similar platforms to support real‑time decision‑making.

• Develop and maintain process models and digital representations of production systems based on operational data.

• Apply cybernetic principles of feedback control to improve process stability, robustness, and operational performance.

• Identify opportunities for advanced process control (APC), closed‑loop optimization, and automated decision support.

• Collaborate with automation and control engineers to translate analytical insights into improved control strategies and automation enhancements.

• Support development of predictive monitoring and anomaly detection systems leveraging process data.

• Lead hands‑on investigations and improvement initiatives ensuring analytical findings are turned into sustainable operational improvements.

• Design and execute structured experiments (DoE) to validate hypotheses and quantify process improvements.

• Identify opportunities for yield improvement, cost reduction, enhanced process capability, and improved operational robustness.

• Support new product development, process scale‑up, and technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing.

• Ensure new processes include robust control strategies, monitoring systems, and data‑driven performance models.

• Work closely with Manufacturing, Automation, Maintenance, and Quality teams to ensure successful implementation of improvements.

• Translate complex analytical findings into practical operational solutions and process changes.

• Support digital manufacturing initiatives, including development of process data infrastructure and integration of new sensors.

• Contribute to the development of data platforms and analytical tools to enhance process transparency and operational intelligence.

• Document analyses, models, recommendations, and implemented improvements in accordance with internal standards and regulatory expectations.

• Manage and contribute to cross‑functional projects focused on process optimization, automation, and digital manufacturing.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Process Engineering, Automation, Data Science, Chemical Engineering, or similar (PhD preferred).

• 8+ years’ experience in a process role in a manufacturing environment.

• Very strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actions.

• Comfortable working with large data sets and turning data into clear insight.

• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to drive alignment across functions

The Director of Product & Process will work primarily at our Houston, TX office. We recognize that people have different needs, and trusts employees to deliver results when given flexibility both in terms of working hours and location.

About Aker BioMarine:

Aker BioMarine is a leading innovator in human health, developing krill-derived products for consumer nutrition. The company holds a strong position in its industry and is the world's leading supplier of krill – the natural, potent and health-promoting source of nutrients from the pristine waters of Antarctica.

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.

Revervia™ 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.