Compounding Operator

Danimer Scientific; Bainbridge (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Job summary

Danimer Scientific in Bainbridge, GA seeks a Compounding Operation Technician to support hands-on production activities. You will operate compounding equipment, monitor conditions, document batch records, ensure quality and safety, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

We value mechanically inclined individuals who thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing setting and can work with minimal supervision while collaborating with teams.

Qualifications

• Must have problem-solving skills and be able to document production data clearly.
• Strong communication and documentation skills are required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate compounding process equipment and utilities.
• Monitor and adjust process conditions and document batch records accurately.
• Maintain compliance with cGMP, SOPs and safety protocols.
• Identify quality deviations or safety concerns and report them.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues and participate in continuous improvement.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Manufacturing software systems

Job description

Why Danimer?

Mission-driven work (bye, plastic pollution)

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

NOW HIRING: Compounding Operations Technician

Bainbridge, GA | Biodegradable Plastics

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

Employment Type: Non-exempt | Full-time

About the Role

Danimer Scientific is a biotechnology company committed to creating sustainable, biodegradable materials that reduce plastic pollution. We are seeking a Compounding Operation Technician to support hands-on production activities in our Winchester facility.

If you are mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

As a Compounding Operation Technician, you will play a critical role in safely operating and maintaining production processes while ensuring quality and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate compounding process equipment and utilities
• Monitor and adjust process conditions (valves, tanks, piping, sterilization systems)
• Accurately document batch records and production data
• Maintain compliance with cGMP, SOPs, and safety protocols
• Identify and report quality deviations or safety concerns
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues independently
• Review production documentation for accuracy and compliance
• Perform housekeeping and weekly area audits
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Support training of new operators

You will have the authority and responsibility to stop production in the event of a safety or quality concern.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 2 years of manufacturing experience
• Mechanically inclined with strong problem‑solving skills
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a regulated manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• 4–8 years of manufacturing experience
• Experience with plastics or compounding processes
• Familiarity with manufacturing software systems

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs/ladders, and lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Ability to wear required PPE including hearing protection
• Exposure to manufacturing environments with moving equipment, airborne particles, and varying temperatures
• Ability to hear machinery alarms and distinguish sounds on the production floor
• Clear near and distance vision for computer and production tasks

Why Danimer?

Growth opportunity

Great pay + benefits

Team-first culture

Equal Opportunity Employer

Danimer Scientific provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other status protected by law. We comply with all federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in every location where we operate.