Process Technician

RWDC Industries; Georgia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

RWDC Industries in Athens, Georgia is hiring Process Technicians to operate production-scale bioreactors and downstream equipment. This rapidly growing biotechnology company focuses on bio-based polymers and sustainable plastics, supporting fermentation development and production activities.

We seek candidates with an Associate or Bachelor’s degree, strong problem-solving and teamwork, plus proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Solid problem-solving, interpersonal communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Basic maintenance and mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate production-scale bioreactors to support fermentation development and production.
• Assist downstream processing and cleaning procedures for separator equipment.
• Provide accurate verbal and written communications to team and management.
• Help prioritize tasks and maximize efficiency based on production needs.
• Support a safe working environment and adhere to safety protocols.
• Willingness to work day and night shifts on a rotating schedule.

Skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

SOP compliance

Microsoft Office

Mechanical aptitude

Multitasking

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Process Technicians (Immediate Openings)

Process Technician operating production scale bioreactors and downstream processing equipment.

We are a rapidly growing biotechnology company currently expanding research, development and production facilities in Athens, Georgia. We manufacture bio-based polymers with a goal of replacing (yes, replacing) single-use petroleum-based plastics. Our biopolymers are bio-based and made from renewable resources that are biodegradable and compostable.

Specific Duties Include:

• Serve as valuable members of the Bioprocessing and Process Teams, working effectively to meet goals, objectives, and complete tasks to achieve desired results.
• Operate bioreactors to support fermentation process development and production activities, which includes cleaning, sterilizing, addition of media components, reactor sampling, and routine maintenance.
• Support downstream processing by assisting with running separator equipment, chemical additions, and cleaning processes.
• Provide timely and accurate verbal and written communication to team members and management.
• Work with other team members to prioritize tasks/assignments and make recommendations to maximize efficiency/productivity based on production and departmental needs.
• Promote and contribute to a safe working environment.
• Successful candidates must be willing to work day and night shifts on rotational schedules.

Skills Required:

• Must possess solid problem-solving, interpersonal communication, and team-based skills
• Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Must be computer proficient and have good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Basic maintenance skills and good mechanical aptitude
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload
• Must be willing and able to work in a process environment which requires frequent standing, walking up stairs, and lifting moderate weights (up to 50 lbs)
• Strong desire to change the world

Preferred:

• Demonstrated experience/knowledge working in a bioprocessing/biotechnology facility
• Understand basic laboratory protocols/procedures, including basic bioprocessing and fermentation techniques, major unit operations and aseptic technique

Education:

• Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in related field
• Equivalent work experience will be considered

Company Description

We are a growing biotechnology company in Athens, Georgia. We manufacture bio-based polymers with a goal of replacing single-use petroleum-based plastics. Our biopolymers are bio-based and made from renewable resources that are biodegradable and compostable.

Company Description

We are a growing biotechnology company in Athens, Georgia. We manufacture bio-based polymers with a goal of replacing single-use petroleum-based plastics. Our biopolymers are bio-based and made from renewable resources that are biodegradable and compostable.