Tech I Production

About the role

This position is responsible for monitoring and controlling the fermentation/purification process through field work, communication, and lab testing, all while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.

This is a 12-hour rotating shift position with the following schedule:

• WORK Monday, Tuesday; OFF Wednesday, Thursday; WORK Friday, Saturday, Sunday
• Then, OFF Monday, Tuesday; WORK Wednesday, Thursday; OFF Friday, Saturday, Sunday
• Rotating days/nights (7:30 a.m./p.m. – 7:30 p.m./a.m.)

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience in food or feed industry manufacturing setting is preferred

Skills

• Must be self-motivated and show a willingness to learn
• Computer knowledge (Microsoft Office, EMaint., SAP, Velocity, etc.)
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to professionally interact and communicate with others
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Mechanical aptitude and/or a willingness to learn how to troubleshoot mechanical issues
• Use of required personal protective equipment when in the manufacturing environment
• Working around large manufacturing machines and equipment
• Lab analytical and measurement instrumentation
• Other general equipment used at an industrial site (i.e., hoist, pallet jack, freight elevator, etc.)

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced bio-processing manufacturing environment working both in a plant setting
• May perform activities in an environment containing hazardous elements and requiring safety awareness and adherence to all safety policies and guidelines
• Work must be performed in a safe manner for personal protection and for the protection of other team members
• All safety, environmental, and quality procedures (SOPs, JHAs, and ISO standards) in all functional areas must be strictly complied with

Physical Requirements

• Sitting, standing, walking, repetitive use of hands/arms/legs, and eye/hand coordination for 4+ hours a day
• Occasional bending, reaching overhead, crouching, balancing, pushing, or pulling
• Occasional lifting of 50 lbs. or less
• Occasional need to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to operate general manufacturing powered equipment and tools
• Ability to wear respirator according to respiratory protection program

Responsibilities

Safety, Environmental, & Quality Compliance

• Utilize safe work habits and follow all policies and procedures
• Make sound decisions while not compromising safety, environmental, or quality standards
• Assist with audits as required
• Turn in any hazards as they are identified to get them corrected as soon as possible
• Attend regularly scheduled training sessions to stay current on all compliance initiatives
• Ensure compliance with all governmental regulations and policies
• Test product samples in a field lab and log proper documentation of the results
• Maintain a clean lab environment while operating lab equipment and perform necessary calibrations on lab equipment

Production (Fermentation & Purification as applicable)

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and correct any issues when they develop outside of normal operating conditions while at workstation
• Maintain data sheets with necessary test results completed and documented in required fields
• Gain an understanding for the automation of the process, keeping process running within required parameters
• Maintain process consistency and monitor process trends to troubleshoot abnormal conditions
• Communicate process status to production management via daily memos, emails, documentation
• Perform light maintenance duties such as diaphragm replacement, pre and final filter replacement, change out valves or probes, etc.

Continuous Improvement & Collaboration

• Suggest/implement process improvement, cost down, or best practice ideas
• Continually strive for increasing processing efficiencies
• Complete 5S activities to keep the work area clean and organized
• Complete shift notes and exchange information between shifts

Benefits

• Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Opportunity
• 401(k) with Company Contributions
• Medical, Dental, and Vision — Effective Day 1
• Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, and Floating Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Programs and Yearly Wellness Reimbursement
• Work Flexibility
• Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Career Growth and Development within a Global Organization
• Company-Provided Mental Health and Caregiving support