Chemical/Fermentation Shift Lead Operator

Manus Bio is a next generation industrial biotechnology company head quarted in Cambridge Massachusetts that produces plant based ingredients We use a variety of patented and proprietary technologies to engineer microbes for the production of specialty chemicals such as food ingredients agricultural chemicals and pharmaceuticals We are seeking a highly motivated Fermentation Plant Operator This person will be expected to play an integral part of Manus Bios manufacturing and process development team located in Augusta GA The ChemicalFermentation Plant Operator is responsible for the continuing efficient operation of the fermentation plant and providing overtime support as needed for production This includes maintenance equipment reliability and operations Creativity and decision making skills are required Must be able to maintain a good working relationship with all personnel Work as a member of the fermentation plant team which includes assisting in the Pilot Plant Controls monitors and measures fermentation processes as instructed Abides by all safely environmental and quality requirements Perform minor maintenance and duties related to product testing including sampling Why work at Manus Bio Opportunity For motivated results oriented team members our growth creates opportunities for personal and professional advancementAccountability You are given the resources you need to succeed and the freedom to make it happen; in return we hold each other accountable for our high expectations Passion We love what we do and enjoy working with others who feel the same way We embrace the challenge and hard work that come with working on the cutting edge Responsibilities Interface with production to provide resources to solve fermentation and product isolation problems Execute and help evaluate fermentation experiments This activity includes Prepare fermentation and downstream equipment in accordance to SOPs this include equipment setup media make up equipment disassembly cleaning etcCollect samples during manufacturing process for analytical analysisPrepare all required batch records reflect constantly changing experimental designs and ensure clear communication to the process development subject matter expert of the targeted design parametersCollect and review all batch records Data reduction includes electronic data conversion into and formatting in Excel for purposes of trending key operational parameters Data is reviewed and checked Off line analytical data is reviewed for accuracy retesting if necessary Final results are organized and distributed to the process development subject matter expertCoordinate day to day Fermentation Plant activities including manufacturing scheduling conflicts coordinating equipment maintenance and installation activities troubleshooting process upsets troubleshooting equipment and instrumentation problems optimizing operations addressing contamination issues addressing downtime or other runtime lossesPrepare SOP for new process or operations as neededAssist and provide hands on support of Fermentation Plant maintenance activities including rebuilding of probes and housings changing out gear boxes on vessels rebuilding valves piping modifications and modifyingfabricating new and existing equipmentMaintain the upkeep of the Fermentation Plant equipment through the process of initiating work notificationswork orders and maintenance scheduling; Use your own tools to correct minor maintenance issues is encouragedAdhere to company EH&S policies and procedure Ensure fermentation plant compliance with safety and environmental regulationsPhysical demand requirements are in excess of sedentary work due to inspection of equipment Must be able to climb stairs and laddersMust be able to wear required protective equipment including respirators if neededWork schedule is considered shift but will vary depending on manufacturing plan and and other extraordinary conditionsEnsure Fermentation plant compliance with safety and environmental regulations Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalentMinimum of 3 years fermentation or related plant operator experienceMust be able to follow minimal instructions and support safe work practicesMust be an excellent team member with strong communication skills and a desire to work collaborativelyMust be flexible with day to day duties and able to thrive in a start up environmentMust hold themselves to the highest professional and ethical standardsFamiliar with the production fermentation and downstream processes and equipment as well as microbiological and analytical laboratory proceduresDemonstrates flexibility in job rotationsvarious assignmentsBasic PC skills which include Windows Microsoft Office Preferred Qualification and Working Style SAP skillsCertified Train the Trainer skillsDelta V controls experience Job Type Regular Full Time Employee Status Permanent