Fermentation Pilot Plant Technician

Manus Bio; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Manus Bio is seeking a motivated Pilot Plant Fermentation Operator for our Augusta, GA facility. You will contribute to fermentation operations and product isolation, interfacing with process development to optimize performance.

You will support both fermentation and downstream work, perform routine sampling, and help maintain equipment and documentation to meet safety and quality requirements in a dynamic startup setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of 3 years downstream or related plant operator experience.
• Ability to follow minimal instructions and support safe work practices.
• Strong teamwork and communication, and collaboration skills.
• Flexible in day-to-day duties and startup environments.
• Familiarity with fermentation and downstream equipment and processes.
• Some rotation flexibility and basic PC skills (Windows).

Responsibilities

• Interface with process development to solve fermentation and product isolation challenges.
• Execute experiments and evaluate results in the pilot plant.
• Operate downstream purification operations (centrifugation, chromatography, filtration).
• Set up, run, and clean process equipment including columns and tanks.
• Collect, label, and process in-process and final product samples.
• Monitor parameters, record data, and complete batch documentation.
• Perform CIP/SIP cleaning and assist in deviations and improvements.
• Coordinate maintenance, troubleshoot equipment, and ensure process quality.

Skills

Team player

Strong communication

Flexibility

Basic Windows PC skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

DeltaV controls

Job description

Manus Bio is seeking a motivated Pilot Plant Fermentation Operator for our Augusta, GA facility. You will contribute to fermentation operations and product isolation, interfacing with process development to optimize performance.

You will support both fermentation and downstream work, perform routine sampling, and help maintain equipment and documentation to meet safety and quality requirements in a dynamic startup setting.