Leuna Chemical Park (with onboarding time in Hamburg and Lisbon)
Our first industrial-scale production plant at Leuna Chemical Park is a cornerstone of this journey — a mid eight-figure investment and a start-up targeted for late 2027.
We are hiring a founding Plant Manager who will first lead the investment project — from engineering and procurement through construction and commissioning — and then transition into running the plant, building the team, systems, and culture that will define MicroHarvest operations for years to come.
This role is for a builder at heart : someone who thrives on switching between strategic leadership and hands-on execution, and who wants to shape a facility that will set new standards in sustainable protein production.
Lead the project : Develop and implement SOPs for new processes, ensuring safety and compliance at all times.
Transition into Plant Manager role to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
Proven track record in investment projects of significant size.
~ A natural leader who can balance structure and efficiency with startup agility.
~ Hands-on, pragmatic, and team-oriented with strong time management.
~ Fluent in English and German.
~ Motivated by sustainability and eager to join a fast-growing biotech startup.
Benefits
Impact : Your work will directly contribute to solving the global challenge of feeding the world sustainably.
Ownership : Lead one of the most important projects in MicroHarvest’s journey — our first industrial site.
Join an ambitious, international, and diverse startup where curiosity and teamwork drive everything.
This is a once-in-a-career opportunity: to build and lead a plant from scratch and leave your mark on the future of food.