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        □Temp  

□ Part-Time

□ Exempt

■ 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;