Fermentation Production Technician - Evening/Night Shift

Newlight Technologies, Inc.; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Newlight Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Production Technician 1 in Huntington Beach to join a shift team focused on setting up production equipment, preparing batches per established recipes, and monitoring fermentation processes.

The role requires strict adherence to quality standards and cleanliness in the production area. The candidate will operate and troubleshoot equipment, conduct in-process testing, and input data into batch records.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Able to speak, read, and write English.
• Must be able to learn to operate machinery systems safely.

Responsibilities

• Set up production equipment and load media into reactors, tanks, or other equipment.
• Use HMI to monitor performance and adjust parameters to meet goals.
• Replace consumables and calibrate probes and scales to ensure product quality.
• Operate material-handling equipment (mixers, pumps, centrifuges, conveyors, dryers).
• Perform in-process testing to ensure product specifications are met.
• Input data into batch records and logs to document activities and results.
• Follow CIP protocols for equipment cleanliness.
• Handle chemicals and participate in spill/cleanup with PPE.
• Coordinate with operators, supervisors, engineers, and maintenance staff.
• Troubleshoot and escalate issues during plant operations.
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and bucket lifts as needed.
• Perform safety inspections and follow 6S protocols.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

English proficiency

Safe operation of machinery

Tools

HMI system

Batch records software

Job description

Newlight Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Production Technician 1 in Huntington Beach to join a shift team focused on setting up production equipment, preparing batches per established recipes, and monitoring fermentation processes.

The role requires strict adherence to quality standards and cleanliness in the production area. The candidate will operate and troubleshoot equipment, conduct in-process testing, and input data into batch records.