Compounding Operations Technician - Temporary Role

Danimer Scientific; Winchester (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Danimer Scientific in Winchester, Kentucky seeks a Temporary Compounding Operations Technician to support hands-on production activities in a regulated environment. This role is temporary and will be staffed through a third-party agency, with potential conversion to a full-time Danimer position based on performance and business need.

You will operate compounding equipment, monitor conditions, complete batch records, and participate in SOP reviews while maintaining cGMP compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and follow SOPs.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate compounding process equipment, tanks, piping, and utilities.
• Monitor process conditions and adjust parameters as needed.
• Accurately complete batch records, logbooks, and production documentation.
• Add chemicals and additives based on calculations and process requirements.
• Operate forklift and other material-handling equipment safely.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process or equipment issues.
• Maintain cGMP-compliant work areas and perform housekeeping.
• Identify, report, and act on quality or safety deviations.
• Stop production when a critical safety or quality issue is identified.
• Assist with SOP reviews and updates.
• Train new and developing operators as assigned.
• Communicate production metrics and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Documentation accuracy

Independent worker

SOP adherence

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Temporary Compounding Operations Technician (Through Staffing Agency)

Location: Winchester, Kentucky

Schedule: 10 -12-Hour Shifts (Day or Night Availability Required)

Employment Type: Temporary (W2 via Third-Party Staffing Agency)

About The Role

Danimer Scientific is seeking a Temporary Compounding Operations Technician to support hands‑on production activities in a regulated manufacturing environment. This position is a temporary role that will be employed and processed through a third‑party staffing agency selected by Danimer Scientific. This role may have the potential to be converted to a full‑time Danimer Scientific position, dependent upon individual performance, business needs, and production demand. Conversion is not guaranteed.

What You'll Do

• Operate compounding process equipment, tanks, piping, and utilities
• Monitor process conditions and adjust parameters as needed
• Accurately complete batch records, logbooks, and production documentation
• Add chemicals and additives based on calculations and process requirements
• Operate a forklift and other material‑handling equipment in accordance with safety procedures
• Troubleshoot and resolve process or equipment issues
• Maintain cGMP-compliant work areas and perform housekeeping duties
• Identify, report, and act on quality or safety deviations
• Stop production when a critical safety or quality issue is identified
• Assist with SOP reviews and updates
• Train new and developing operators as assigned
• Communicate production metrics and collaborate with cross‑functional teams

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• On‑site presence required for all scheduled shifts
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, climb stairs/ladders, and lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Ability to wear required PPE and hear alarms/machinery
• Frequent exposure to noise, fumes, airborne particles, moving equipment, and hot/cold conditions
• Occasional work in a shared control‑room office environment

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience
• Mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Ability to work independently and follow SOPs
• Basic Microsoft Office skills

Preferred

• Forklift experience or certification
• Experience with plastics materials or compounding processes
• Manufacturing software or production systems experience
• 4-8 years of manufacturing experience

Schedule & Eligibility

• 10 -12-Hour Shifts
• Days or nights, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• No travel required
• No supervisory responsibilities

Important Employment Notice

This position is a temporary assignment employed through a third‑party staffing agency. Pay, benefits, and employment terms are administered by the staffing agency. Any potential transition to a full-time role with Danimer Scientific is dependent on performance and business conditions and is not guaranteed.

EEO Statement

Danimer Scientific provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all teammates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, and any other status protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, Danimer Scientific complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Danimer Scientific expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and any other status protected by law.