Fermentation Operator: Precision Production & GMP Impact

Novonesis; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Healthcare benefits (Medical, Dental,

Life Insurance

HSA option

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Job summary

Novonesis is seeking an Operator in Fermentation to operate, adjust, sanitize, and monitor specialized equipment for producing high-quality microbial products. You will ensure process consistency, GMP compliance, and safe manufacturing, contributing to continuous improvement across shifts.

The role involves handling materials, freezing operations down to -55°C, accurate data entry, and cross-training with teammates to support lean and safe production practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Basic math skills including metric conversions.
• Ability to read and follow production journals, work instructions, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, operate, adjust, clean, and sanitize fermentation and processing equipment.
• Mix raw materials, oversee fermentation runs, and complete downstream separation and bulk packaging.
• Handle materials, including transporting products in and out of -55°C freezers, stacking and labeling products, and verifying lot and batch numbers for traceability.
• Collect and submit samples for Quality Control testing.
• Follow GMP requirements, ISO safety protocols, sanitary standards, and support Kosher and Halal compliance activities.
• Complete accurate production, inventory, and quality documentation and data entry.

Skills

English proficiency

Math skills

Reading/writing procedures

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Novonesis is seeking an Operator in Fermentation to operate, adjust, sanitize, and monitor specialized equipment for producing high-quality microbial products. You will ensure process consistency, GMP compliance, and safe manufacturing, contributing to continuous improvement across shifts.

The role involves handling materials, freezing operations down to -55°C, accurate data entry, and cross-training with teammates to support lean and safe production practices.