Senior Fermentation Operator — 12-Hour Production

DSM Nutritional Products; Kingstree (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total rewards package

Annual incentive pay

Health care coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

DSM Nutritional Products in Kingstree, SC is seeking an experienced Fermentation Operator to run and monitor fermentation processes for algae-based end products. You will handle equipment, utilities, and tank pressures, following SOPs and safety protocols on a 12-hour rotating schedule.

You will measure materials, sterilize tanks and piping, and document safety checks while maintaining clean, compliant work areas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of production experience in a chemical manufacturing plant/environment preferred.
• Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift including days, nights, weekends, and holidays as applicable.
• Identify when manufacturing process is not operating within range and implement troubleshooting techniques.
• High degree of manual dexterity and good mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Ability to lift 55 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor process equipment, utilities, and tank pressures; adjust conditions as needed using Delta V software and pressure gauges.
• Accurately measure, convert, and verify raw material weights and ingredients following established checklists and SOPs.
• Perform sterilization of tanks, piping, and filters; ensure proper psi readings and system integrity.
• Complete required safety documentation including Lock-Out Tag Out tickets and Safe Work Permits.
• Maintain thorough communication through shift notes and emails; follow daily production tasks and company updates.
• Troubleshoot fermentation process issues, perform basic equipment maintenance, and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Process monitoring

Troubleshooting

Safety documentation

Mechanical aptitude

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

DeltaV

Job description

DSM Nutritional Products in Kingstree, SC is seeking an experienced Fermentation Operator to run and monitor fermentation processes for algae-based end products. You will handle equipment, utilities, and tank pressures, following SOPs and safety protocols on a 12-hour rotating schedule.

You will measure materials, sterilize tanks and piping, and document safety checks while maintaining clean, compliant work areas.