Fermentation Operator I — Growth, PTO & Tuition Support

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Locus Fermentation Solutions in Solon, OH, is seeking a Production Operator I to perform fermentation production operations. The role requires handling reactors, inoculation, and parameter setup in a fast-paced biotech environment.

Responsibilities include operating PLCs, sampling for QC, cleaning and sterilizing equipment, and maintaining cleanliness in the warehouse. Candidates should have a high school diploma and basic fermentation/microbiology knowledge.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge or experience in fermentation, or microbiology preferred.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance preferred.
• Strong communication skills; both verbal and written.
• Ability to identify problems and execute standard procedures.
• Ability to use MS Word, Excel, Outlook efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reactors for fermentation including loading raw materials, setting parameters, testing equipment functionality, and inoculation of culture.
• Operate PLC to gather data and set temperature, pH, and other parameters.
• Prepare scheduled samples for testing and analysis by quality control.
• Clean and sterilize equipment, reactors, and all parts utilized in production.
• Maintain warehouse area and ensure high level of cleanliness and organization of materials.
• Perform routine maintenance on reactors, tanks, pumps, and other production equipment.
• Wear required PPE while carrying out position responsibilities.
• Follow SOP’s and protocols to maintain product quality.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fermentation experience

Microbiology knowledge

Machinery knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Locus Fermentation Solutions in Solon, OH, is seeking a Production Operator I to perform fermentation production operations. The role requires handling reactors, inoculation, and parameter setup in a fast-paced biotech environment.

Responsibilities include operating PLCs, sampling for QC, cleaning and sterilizing equipment, and maintaining cleanliness in the warehouse. Candidates should have a high school diploma and basic fermentation/microbiology knowledge.