FERMENTATION Research and Development - 30L

Job Title: Operator – 30L

Property of: CJ Bio America

          1946 Harvest Ave.

          Fort Dodge, Iowa  50501

Job #: PROD_FRTC_Operator 30L

REV: 12/9/2021

Department: Fermentation RTC

Reports to: Supervisor of Fermentation RTC 

Career Path: T

Function: Production

■Full-Time           

■ Non-Exempt

Job Summary

Perform experiments in a bench scale fermentation setup to maximize production efficiency and yields. 

Summary of Essential Job Functions

• Monitor and operate a control panel to maintain 30L jars in order to ensure operation is within normal parameter;
• Media Prep, Collect and test strain from fermenter, plating
• Organization of lab;
• Maintain a clean lab;
• Perform inoculations;
• Jar Maintenance, perform sterilization on jars;
• Performs other duties as assigned  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities 

• Ability to participate in a high performance team-based environment that is fast-learning and adaptive; 
• Ability to communicate effectively and participate in a continuous improvement culture, including utilizing problem solving skills; 
• Willing to cross-train into other areas; ensure conformance to standard work by following the process; communicate any issues to the appropriate resources in a timely manner; 
• Work in a safe manner; 
• Computer skills, i.e. Microsoft Office;
• Critical thinking, multi-tasking and troubleshooting skills;
• Attention to detail;
• Analytical ability;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of strain and paperwork associated with the strain;
• Knowledge of general chemistry or science is a plus.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Work Schedule: This position works 12-hour shifts (36 / 48 hours per week alternating, rotating nights & days every 4 weeks), which includes days, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime.
• This position primarily works in a laboratory environment, but will work occasionally in a manufacturing environment, which may include which includes exposures to moving mechanical parts, high noise levels, vibrations, varying atmospheric conditions and temperatures, hazardous chemicals, high pressure steam, and dust
• This position regularly requires the ability to remain in a stationary position up to 90% of shift, standing, walking extended distances, frequently ascending/descending stairs extended distances, close/distance vision. 
• Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds as necessary 
• Must have the ability to work at low laying levels for jar maintenance;

Education:

• High school diploma / GED
• Lab experience is preferred;