Industrialization & Scaling Head/Lead | Climate Tech Startup

Intro

As an experienced leader at tozero, you will drive the transition from prototype to industrial-scale production, focusing on the operational implementation of scalable processes from semi-industrial to commercial plants. Your expertise will be vital in ensuring we effectively scale our technology from pilot to industrial levels, enabling us to meet market demands efficiently.

Tasks

• Lead Industrialization Efforts: Oversee the transition of our recycling technology (hydrometallurgy / chemical processes) from prototype to full-scale production, ensuring seamless implementation and operational efficiency
• Team Leadership: Manage a diverse team of experts in automation, instrumentation and control engineering, process engineering, and prototyping, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve ambitious goals
• Develop Scalable Processes: Design and implement scalable processes that maintain high-quality standards while maximizing production efficiency in our commercial plants
• Collaborate Across Functions: Work closely with R&D, production, and supply chain teams to integrate new technologies and processes into existing workflows, ensuring alignment with our strategic objectives
• Ensure Compliance and Safety: Uphold industry regulations and safety standards throughout the scaling process, promoting a culture of safety and operational excellence

Requirements

• Proven Experience: 7+ years in industrialization or operations within the chemical or manufacturing industries, with a focus on hydrometallurgy preferred
• Scaled Chemical Processes: Experience in scaling chemical processes from prototype to commercial scale and setting up plants before
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of industrial processes, particularly in the context of recycling technologies / chemical processes
• Leadership Skills: Ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively, driving projects to completion while nurturing a collaborative team culture
• Passion for Sustainability: A genuine commitment to advancing sustainable practices within the recycling industry

Benefits

At tozero, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to revolutionizing the recycling industry and making a real impact on the planet. If you’re ready to take on the challenge of leading our industrialization efforts and scaling our operations, we want to hear from you!

• Free Snacks and Drinks in the Office: Stay energized throughout the day with a variety of snacks and beverages
• Jobticket: Conveniently commute to work and all around Germany with our fully subsidized Deutschlandticket
• Fitness Subscription: Prioritize your well-being with a complimentary fitness subscription, promoting a healthy and active lifestyle
• Education Budget: We encourage continuous learning and development. Benefit from an education budget to enhance your skills and knowledge
• Dynamic Startup Environment: Thrive in a highly dynamic startup culture, collaborating with experts in the field and contributing to innovative projects that shape the future

Closing

• After reviewing your documents we will get back to you and schedule an Intro Call where you learn about tozero, our mission and the team. We get to know you and understand your motivation
• Prior to the next session you will receive a case study to work on. This part is important to us to assess your cultural and business fit for the role
• Founder's interview, you will talk to Ksenija (CTO) and Sarah (CEO) and we will evaluate your fit to our company culture (culture, values, working style, etc..)
• If all parties are happy we will make you an offer and you can start right away

We are looking forward to your application!